Liquor Lots and OPP stepped up to host the hash run. They chose to set trail at Bowmont Park, a fine wilderness area with some challenging trail in the area.
The weather offered some challenges as we have had more rain than you can imagine. A fine recipe for mud and puddles! Liquor Lots and OPP spent a wet day setting trail for us to enjoy.
The trail start was at the Dale Hodges Park NW. We arrived in the rain and thankfully Dastardly had some antifreeze to ward off the chill and the damp.
Just what we need.
The group assembled and dressed in their finest rain repellant clothing.
Insane Bolt ran to the run start from his house, showing a high level of over achievement. Camshaft requested that we form a circle to prepare for the run start.
Mmmmm Lady FingersTwistyHardlyStool StufferKing shitPyroRashy BushCamshaftInsane BoltLiquor Lots and Booty CampMmmmm Ladyfingers photobombing Strap On Crampon and Slow ClapDastardlyPMSSwollen MemberLazy CummerLiquor LotsDaisy DukeOPPLying Sack of Shit
Camshaft ran the circle and we quickly went through the abbreviated formalities. Standing around in the rain was no fun.
The hares were called into the circle to describe the marks they had set for the trail.
It is wet and rainingFlagging looks like thisMarks, if they exist, are like this
The pack was released and headed off to look for marks.
The Trail
Off out of the parking lot, we found marks along the bike path leading to Bowmont Park.
Pick a pathUphillSingle file?Looks like down to me
Thankfully, the uphill slippery path was a false trail. Now we have muddy shoes and would really appreciate a show wash!
Finally some clear waterWet feet achieved!Looks like we are going inSinging in the rainClean shoes!Following trailOn trailSome puddles presentToward the Nautilus PondInsane Bolt finds another false trailStrap On Crampon indicating that she is having tons of funBow River viewWilderness setting
High river!
Paved trailCity artLL ensuring we are on trailRefuge from the rain
Many happy hashers enjoying suitable refreshments
After finishing the tasty beverages, the group headed off to Leopold’s Pub in Bowness for the down downs. Dry clothes were a good thing to bring with you for post run enjoyment.
The pub was packed, but the group managed to squeeze in and find just enough room.
The group settled in to take in the ambience and prepare for the down down’s.
The Down Down’s
Lying Sack of Shit volunteered to be the Religious Advisor. In the absence of Hump the Shark, who volunteered last week, LSOS saved the day! He prepared his material and came up with a program.
LSOS mentally preparing for RA dutiesDown Down’s ready
With the tight quarters, and being in a busy place, we adjusted the delivery of the down down’s to make them work. Self choiring was a feature.
OPP and Liquor Lots set a fine trailStrap On gets a down down!PMSSlow Clap
A group down down….walkers rule!
LSOS recognizes PMSPMS is happy!Some hashers get a down down!Swollen Member and Mmmmm Lady FingersSlow Clap and LL
Through the confusion, and all down down’s handed out, Lying Sack of Shit declared the group to be “on the piss”. A fine RA performance under challenging conditions.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair
Trail Summary
Close to 5 km’s of rain soaked adventure. Views of the high river which may continue to make the trail even wetter. A great run in an interesting area.
Camshaft has a significant birthday and could think of nothing better than to set trail to honour his dwindling days of 69. It has been a good year, but all good things must come to and end.
The phycological trauma of changing your digits to new numbers can be difficult for some. However, it is also a time for celebration! Why not set the trail and host the pack back at your house so that everyone can have fun! Sounds like a good plan.
We are having the wettest July ever here in Calgary. It would be fitting to drive to the run in the brilliant sunshine only to have the clouds roll in and dump rain on our circle. I believe that this was the plan all along, and we were not disappointed.
The pack gathered in the parking lot of the Dalhousie Canadian Tire, close to the pedestrian bridge. A solid turn out with archives and new boots were encouraging to see!
Do you think those dark clouds are heading our way?
The circle assembled as everyone was happy it was not currently raining.
Veggie WankerShakesbeerDastardlyHot PantsHump the SharkHardlySlow ClapLying Sack of ShitStool StufferInsane BoltRashy BushTwistyF4New Boot – Migrating DickKing ShitOPP and Liquor LotsMmmm Lad Fingers and CamshaftKarate Klit and Daisy DukeBlue BallsLazy CummerPyroSlippy ThongMucky DipDirty Dancer and MouthfulSkewbic Hair
Insane Bolt conducted his Hashmaster duties and called the circle to order. A round of announcements and introductions followed.
On cue, the hares were invited into the circle and the rain started simultaneously.
Mmmm Lady Fingers and Camshaft – haresRainThings are getting damp quicklyRaindrops keep falling on my marks
The hares went through the marks for the epic trail they had planned. The pack was released as the rain intensified. Do I really need to get my raincoat? Good question.
Camshaft pointed out a direction and the pack was released.
The Trail
As the rain intensity increased, the hare was helpful in giving us clues as to where the true trail was. With parking lots and traffic lights, the pack got a bit split up. Nevertheless, marks were found and the trail was followed.
This wayConfusionDedicationThe pack is thinkingThis is the best rain ever!Alley strollFinally a playground
A reminder of proper playground etiquette
This park has rulesNice rubber groundToo wet to playOff to the next park
Should we give this a try? Rain sucks….
Having FunThis sucksWet, but not in a good wayChecking the water flows on the pathwaysCheck backThis way looks promisingFalse trailHow deep could this be?Is that brightness on the horizon?We demand a shortcutHare conferenceYes, the rain is relentingIs that sun coming to warm us up?Regroup with sunShoe wash
Looks like a rainbow to us
After taking in the regroup refreshments and noting how quickly the weather had changed, we took in the views of the rainbow then headed back to the parking lot. Down down destination hosted by the birthday boy.
Happy walkers
We convoyed the short distance to get ready for the down down’s inside.
The Down Down’s
Mmmm Lady Fingers and Camshaft hosted the down down’s from their nearby address. It was a logistical challenge to get the people and the gear into the cozy basement location. Mission accomplished as most folks shed their wet shoes and socks to go for the barefoot look.
Cooler coming throughMingling with bare feet
There were many good things happening with food, drink and birthday cake, acknowledging Camshaft who is opening up the book on a new decade.
This will all be eaten soon!
Hardly was the Religious Advisor (RA) for the evening. He prepared his program with the challenge of how many hash shit’s can we get to the birthday boy?
Hardly read to goCamshaft have a seat!
Choir was selected and the festivities commenced.
Choir – can we sing a song to us?And we did!
First in the procession of hash shit’s was one that Skewbic Hair diligently dragged around the wet trail. A fine addition to his costume.
I hand this over with prideBest hash shit everBlue BallsTwisty and BBStool StufferShakesbeer offloads the Hat ShitImmigrating Dick – new to the groupHump the SharkMucky and ScoobieBlue Balls againDirty Dancer and Mouthful – archivesInsane Bolt – Onesie of shame ready for a new person King Shit with his new onesieMore hash shit for CamshaftMilestone runLSOS for somethingThanks for hostingYes we had fun!Are you happy with all of this?Slippy Thong supporting the structure of the houseThis post is not moving!Forgot the hares – Great Trail!
Here’s to the hares!
After a significant effort, Hardly declared the group “on the piss” so we could continue of mirth and celebration of Camshaft’s birthday.
On the piss!
A fine celebration for the birthday boy as well.
You can have your cake and eat it too!
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A fine trail of 6 km or so, with a much appreciated minor shortcut to improve our trail enjoyment. Lots of new territory in the wilds of Dalhousie to explore.
RA: Daisy Duke and Beer in the Rear Attendance: 18
The Beginning
It was a confusing posting for the run. Nautical theme? What the heck is that. Not only nautical, but naughtycal! Wear something that is either naughty or nautical. Quite a range. Suggestions for swimming, fishing, floating garb, with a clarification that all would be explained …..later.
Of course, PMS and Strap On Crampon had the look dialed in, courtesy of their hash trip to New York in the recent past. An opportunity to show off their fancy nautical outfits…..
For the rest of us, swimming suit? Water wings? Other water themed clothing? So much stress to find the right outfit for the run. As it turns out, the hares had planned a torrential downpour to coincide with the run, raincoats were in fashion suddenly!
Dudley’s Lounge is associated with the Carriage House Hotel on Macleod Trail SW. They have more than one pub in the hotel, with the Peanuts Pub competing for interest. The pub was found and the group formed inside.
Nautical Strap On Not the pub we were at
It was time to circle up outside and acquaint ourselves with the moisture preparing to fall from the sky.
Group getting sortedNavy Rum – part of the nautical themeRaining yet?Twisty and Slippy Thong. Note the water wingsLSOS looking for rain. Beer in the Rear concentratingSnow Blower and Hardly. Rain hat and water wingsBlue Balls and King Shit. Rain coat vs swim suitHump the Shark and Insane BoltKC shows us her swimwearDastardly and PMSDaisy Duke and Lazy CummerStrap On sports here new hat
PMS takes control and gets the hares in the circle to explain the marks. Huge blue chalk meant clear remarking of washed out chalk marks.
Let me test my phone caseReady for actionThe hares!Here are the marksNo, the marks are not rain proof
The Trail
The pack was released as the rain began to fall. Off we went in all directions until the true trail was found and followed. Apparently, there was a choice between Upper Deck and Lower Deck. An Eagle/Turkey split was available on trail. Into the streets and alleys of Acadia and Haysboro, the trail meandered as the rain increased in volume and strength.
SidewalksAlleywaysTrail is somewhereNot this wayOn OnFollowing trailPlayground montiorFirst slider gets wetOff to the next parkArt Shot of the pack waiting to cross safely
The pack made choices on Upper Deck vs Lower Deck. Upper deck was configured for the more leisurely runners. A bit of a shorter cut to differentiate the route for the true runners on the trail. Scenic views of the C-Train infrastructure around Heritage Station were part of the trail experience.
Hardly makes it to the bridgeWe will cross hereMarks likely washed away from hereNo hashers were injured with the rail crossing….
The upper deckers stumbled across a pack of walkers, as we consolidated looking for the regroup.
Regroup
The regroup was spotted in a parking lot close to the end of the trail. Dastardly has a fine selection of refreshments available. The group lingered in the rain until it was decided that down down’s would be “inside” at the pub. Hashers were pleased to drink in a warm place.
Regroup vehicleStrap On tells Booty Camp how big it wasHigh stepping runnersSnow Blower focused on the regroupBlue Balls finishes the run in styleDaisy showing off
Off into the warmth of Dudley’s Lounge for the closing ceremonies.
Down Downs
Hump the Shark volunteered Daisy Duke and Beer in the Rear to tag team as Religious Advisors. They put together a fine program and delivered to the group. Choir of Snow Blower and Booty Camp. Hump the Shark stood in as Beer wench to prepare the beer for the down downs.
Getting beerRA conferenceHump the Shark pours beer well
A series of crimes and punishments were acknowledged and down downs provided.
ChoirHaresBasher Hot CheeksHump did somethingDastardly called outWalkers get a songLazy CummerKC nice outfitLSOS and Slippy were missing for a whileInsane Bolt accepts the Hash Shit from Scoobie
Eventually, we ran out of beer and material and were “on the piss”.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
Trail was close to 6 km in length, Lower deck did more because they were extra keen.
A Drinking Club with a Running Problem — The Calgary Hash House Harriers
