Hares: Strap On Crampon and Hot Cheeks

Lighthouse Pub

1140 137 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2J 6T6

https://maps.app.goo.gl/fjgZqmDDCwccAdst6

RA:  Skewbic Hair

Attendance: 30

The Beginning

We have been lucky with the weather to this point. Snow has happened in other places, including Toronto, but nothing for Calgary yet. Forecast temperature for our running day was 14 C. We all know what is coming, so be thankful for what we have today.

The run date was on the evening prior to Remembrance Day, so wearing a poppy was encouraged. We were pleased that Strap On Crampon and Hot Cheeks volunteered to set trail in the deep South East, precariously close to Fish Creek Park. Start and finish at the Light House Pub, which is Hash friendly.

The group arrived and waited inside for the signal to go outside to circle up. Insane Bolt made the call as the gathered in the outside parking lot that had a streetlight!

Insane Bolt ran the circle. We had a good turnout of 30 hashers set to enjoy the fine trail set by our hares. The hares were called into the circle to explain the marks for the trail.

The hash was released to find the true trail!

The Trail

Off from the parking lot, the pack spread out to find the marks. The starting point of the run has a significant staircase close by. Do you think we are supposed to climb all those stairs?

Off into the wilds of Parkland SE. Many streets, sidewalks, alleys and pathways to discover.

Thankfully there were playgrounds to play in. Some competitive sliding was observed.

Off to find more trail. The marks were found and the trail revealed itself.

There was a pig themed street that caught our attention. Who knew they had such a thing in this neighbourhood.

Not to be outdone, there was also large animal sculptures to observe!

We found some pathways through the forest down to Deer Run SE.

After much fun and frolic, the regroup vehicle was spotted. A great place to enjoy a refreshment and be thankful for the trail we have just enjoyed.

From the regroup, it was off to the pub to get set up for down down’s.

The Down Down’s

The pack settled into the pub and ordered food and refreshments. With limited staff, patience is in order. All things come to those who have patience.

With beer on the tables, it was time to start the down down’s

The Religious Advisor (RA) for the evening was Skewbic Hair. He diligently prepared his program and selected a choir of Mr. PeeeeNut, Hump the Shark, and an abbreviated appearance from Daisy Duke.

With the ceremony complete, it was time to canvas for next week’s RA and finish off the down down’s.

After much rejoicing, the evening program was complete.

Scribed by Skewbic Hair.

Trail Summary

The trail was close to 6 km’s. Great weather and a fine trail were delivered by Strap On and Hot Cheeks! Thanks for making this happen!