2395 STINKY and FRIENDS Who needs ’em .

2395 STINKY with very little guidance from his Friends

A craftily planned 10 minute search for trail just 100m into the run allowed the eager bunch to digress from the upcoming yule tide festivities and reflect on the historic surroundings of Inglewood (Hmeans Mt Lawley ed.). Inglewood was first established during the gold rush period in the latter part of the 19th century and was rumoured to have been named after Norwegian ship – perhaps the reason that the early parts of the run seemed to have been designed to be as confusing as the Scandinavian languages. At this particular point in the run it was established that we at least had a map – but that the map may have been an outline of Timbuktu in the 1940s rather than of the run set in Inglewood.

Now last week there was a train derailment on the key east west transport link, which may have been the reason for the shortage of chalk in Perth this week, but no matter our trusty hare made sure that his single available stick was enough to mark out the entire run. This was successfully achieved by ensuring that there were arrows only every 400m or so, and that false trails and checks were cleverly minimised. The extra-long stretches on the run were most appreciated given it was the first really warm run of summer. And so the pack went up and down the modest hills amongst the well-trimmed federation style homes, and through the back alleys to highlight the darker side of this suburb of professionals. For the second time this year Boner was accosted for playing with his horn in the street – will he ever learn!!

Then just as the weary and overheated pack were swearing about not having a drink stop, we found ourselves back at the bucket after just 35 minutes. Onto the circle, once again Seagull showed us how bring a rowdy audience into line, issuing down downs to our welcome visitors Chris, Angel and his Son and Phranger from West Coast Hash. We then again had to listen to Triple J rant on about something or other (apparently he want’s subs increased by 20% next year??). Then it was time for Christmas – no the circle didn’t go for that long – I’m referring to our esteemed member who somehow worked out that his “talent” was balancing a cup of splash on his unusually flat head. None the less this is certainly a talent which received acclaim amongst the pack scoring a well-deserved 54.

 

Highlight the darker side of this suburb of professionals. For the second time this year Boner was accosted for playing with his horn in the street – will he ever learn!!

Then just as the weary and overheated pack were swearing about not having a drink stop, we found ourselves back at the bucket after just 35 minutes. Onto the circle, once again Seagull showed us how bring a rowdy audience into line, issuing down downs to our welcome visitors Chris, Angel and his Son and Phranger from West Coast Hash. We then again had to listen to Triple J rant on about something or other (apparently he want’s subs increased by 20% next year??). Then it was time for Christmas – no the circle didn’t go for that long – I’m referring to our esteemed member who somehow worked out that his “talent” was balancing a cup of splash on his unusually flat head. None the less this is certainly a talent which received acclaim amongst the pack scoring a well-deserved 54.

Nanny then stepped up to delicately critic the run – accordingly it was the experienced hash men in Ernie Dingo, Phantom and Christmas on whom the shame and scorn was accorded for not adequately assisting the well intentioned, but somewhat inexperienced hare. I can’t remember the score but to be fair I’m not sure it’s going to threaten the leaders for run of the year – regardless it’s always appreciated when an effort is made to entertain the finicky bunch.

The night was ended with steaming bowls of tasty pumpkin soup (perfect for a 40 degree night), followed by what, in the dim lights of the sports club, looked suspiciously like Bondi cigars, but which were tasty enough to warrant seconds. Good effort Stinky Alice.

ON ON BARCODE

2394 MK1 and NIGHT of DOGS

Xmas’s Run Write Up entitled A Dog’s Night Out.
Started the run at the farm, run through a vegie patch then around the lake. What do you have on a farm?  DOGS!
I decided to try something different  (running).  Made it around the lake until we caught the Walkers.    At least I kept up with Elbows and Scummy.  After joining the walkers at the usual brisk pace, with a choice of conversations i.e. Mining, Shares, Real Estate, Bullshit and Rumours, you also get to see more of the country side  for instance a beautiful Jack Russell, (a dog that is, not JR) accompanied by a slightly overweight lady.  Great to see our canine friends helping the obesity problems in our city.
With our intrepid leader Phantom returning us safely back to the Circle.  That’s what he does, not like the runners. 
At the circle we heard Skid tripped over a dog.  He was probably perving on the fat Sheila  with the Jack Russell.  “and Sir Nob” getting in rather late to the Circle.  Rumour has it, catching up with his old constitutes.  Probably someone out walking their dog.  Anyway the Circle with Seagull with usual Hash Dribble, the highlights being the Hash Jokes which always evokes a lot of conversations.  Half the mob telling the other half what it was all about!
Then we got Hash Talent,  Grandad who proceeded to enlighten  us on Dog Poo, Forty Foot Tape Worms, and Egg Laying Dogs.
We were curious why he had a plate hanging off his neck, contrary to his explanation, last week he missed out on a plate, so he used the dog’s dish.
THis was followed by MUMBLES version ??? of the Haka    (scored 2 points)
Which brings me to the Hash Feed.  When Seagull called out the Hares for the obligatory comments for the Run and the Tucker, they were nowhere to be seen.Apparently the Circle was too long for them and was past heir bedtime!!!!  Rumour has it the hungry pack may have mistaken those huge  beans for Dogs Eggs! 
Once again a top night.
By the way, my next Run will be from the Shenton Park Dog’s Home.  You can bring your own dog or they can lend you one.
On On Xmas,  AKA “Dogless”
P.S. I will however have a dog with me on next weeks Run.  Horse is down from Carnarvon on his Xmas Break. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2393 RELUCTANT

 

Run No.2393 Lake Claremont

Hares: Reluctant assisted by Phantom   (who claims all care and no resposibility)

About 40 Hashmen  including  20 walkers assembled in the carpark adjacent to Claremont golf club. A good location.

At the nominated hour -1800- the runners set off for what turned out to be about a 50minute jog. I have no idea what the run was like (I was –am still- a walker. The walk was fine, interdispersed  with some pleasant cuts through bush. Amazingly the walkers arrived back at the bucket before the runners. Obviously training for the aged pays off.

Some said the FT's on the run were a bit short and the run allowed some short cutting but all seemed to enjoy

The obligatory (not oblong) circle was formed and the announcements presented by Hon. Sec. We were then subjected to a 37 minute (yes it was timed) rant  about ??? well actually nothing except the naming of a new young NON drinking member SCB , named due to his SCB efforts on the night

. A good lamb stew followed which was well received by the hungry pack. Well done Hares.

 

Mk1

2392 RAMROD and Scottish friends do ST ANDREW

RAMROD and Co,   St Andrews Run

 

Run started with Phantom reminding me about being organized for my run. West Coast dirty dozen joined us for this Commemoration of our friend SCOTTIE

The run weaved thru parks , schools (some for the retarded which would suit some of our members), bush, lanes and streets .Well set with lots of FT’s  and many trails quite close to each other . Great use of territory lots of hills for the old blokes to go up and down. Heard many knees making funny noises! Several hashman reminded me to be organized for my run as Phantom would give me shit.

The pack was stretched at times but most came in 45- 50 mins. Reminded again to be organized for my run.

The circle suited BIRDMAN  -it was short and sweet with no penalty downs and the BELL was NOT awarded. Nanny was confused !

BAREFOOT piped in the Haggis and CRIPPLE J UNdressed it with a little help from the resident HAGGIS .  

SCOTTIE , if he is UP THERE would have approved.

The Haggis food was avoided by a few wimps and it was followed by a Chilli Bean salad

and large boiled Potato. Reminded by a few people to be organised for my run as Phantom was watching.

Top night and great effort from RAMROD , SIR TOMARSE and SCUMMY

ON ON  RELUCTANT (who is not organized)

RAMROD and Co,   St Andrews Run