Weekend 20/21 July 24. 

Photos of our Christmas in July Hashers attached, and the Golfing Guru’s 😊

Prizes of a Mirror for the Beautiful, so they could have a good hard look at themselves.

Another prize of Pearl Earrings and Savoury Biscuits?

Winner’s trophy and Instant Scratch It.  

Not The Best Shot of the Day: Have a chat with Screw…….or Fork!

Gee wish you were there!

On On Matches

 

Date – 15/07/2024
Run -2283
Hare – Prick
Venue – BBQ Area on Gooseponds behind Goosies Sport & Rec Club
Hashers: 17

17 rugged up hashers met at the Gooseponds Park on on a nippy Monday night ready for the night’s run. Prick gave us instructions and off we went along the path towards Glenpark Street Bridge, under the bridge, tuned right, over the bridge and towards the old Evans Av. Road crossing. Heading back over the Gooseponds we made our way home, must have been the shortest run of the year, only 1.7 kilometres, but nobody complained.              

After potato chips for nibbles and a beer the circle was called by the Monkee, Shocker, in the absence of Smut. Prick was charged for setting a Shit Hot run, Blurry for telling his Donald Duck joke to a few hashers on the run, before the circle (Trump’s shooting was a hot topic on the night), Daffodil charged Corgi for putting up with him for 39 years after their Hash Wedding date. Termite got charged for Juices trip which resulted in a cracked rib. Others I can’t recall. Jokes and stories were told by Tarzan, Flaps, Blurry, Uturn and others.

Prick made an exit to pick up the hot pies, homemade tomato relish and sloppy peas which were happily consumed when he returned, followed by Tim Tams. Thanks Prick, another good night was had by all.

On On, Daffodil and Corgi

Next’s week’s run – Park at Ooralea Waters, Go west along Temples Lane, straight through the roundabout, turn left and continue to the park.          

Date – 08/07/2024
Run -2282
Hare – Shocker
Venue – Run: Park Area, Sturt Cres, Settlers Rise. Nosh: 4/23 Sunset Dr, Erakala.
Hashers: 22

Oh what a great night. About 30 flash hashers met at the Park and had a chat before Shocker appeared and gave instructions as to the direction of travel. It was along the main road in the dark with traffic whizzing by; a situation that was stupid at best and lethal at worst.

Finally, it was off the road and along a winding and steep path to the playgrounds where we found the piss stop – a beautiful mix of wine and fruit called Sangria. I personally took the liberty of handing out lollies to the kids playing there with mixed results!  It was then up up up over the hill and back down to the park starting point, into the cars and back up again to Shocker’s place.

Here we were joined by Wheelie, Cisco, Topknot and Maniki Pussy for their last runs as they are all on the move. We were also joined by the Frenchies, Coco and his mate. They are Cordon Bleu chefs who had kindly agreed to do the Hash Nosh.

The circle formed round a great fire, the history lesson was read, charges, down downs for visiting and departing runners and a great array of jokes of varying vulgarity. Then THE NOSH!

And what a Nosh; assorted hor d’ouevres, magnificent quiche lorraine, and then baked chicken and baked potatoes. A massive feast! We have not seen the likes of this since Flaps unleashed his culinary skills some months ago.

Finally, it was time to call it quits; I left the fire and headed for the loving arms/ rolling pin.

On On.  Prick.

Next week’s run:  Prick. BBQ area. Gooseponds.  The tucker is guaranteed to be comparable

to this week. Cheers.

 

 

Date – 01/07/2024
Run -2281
Hare – Golly
Venue – Playground on Willets Road, North Mackay
Hashers: 20

**Event Summary:**

The Mackay Hash House Harriers hosted a legendary run that will go down in the annals of hashing history. The committee, in a stroke of genius, declared the run and dinner absolutely free, causing a surge of excitement that could be felt all the way to the Outback. 

**Culinary Delights:**

– Nikka Licker’s homemade sausage rolls were the talk of the town, with whispers saying they could bring peace to rival hash chapters.

– The homemade tomato chilli dipping sauce had folks breathing fire, but in the best way possible.

– Matches’ caramelised onion dip was so good, it nearly caused a diplomatic incident when the recipe was not disclosed. 

**Circle Antics:**

– Golly, charged with setting the run, led the pack on a wild goose chase, literally.

– Screw, living up to the name, took everyone down a false trail, sparking rumours of a secret vendetta against compasses.

– A virgin runner was charged, initiating them into the fine tradition of hashing misdirection.

– Jokes flew thick and fast, some soaring like eagles, others… well, let’s just say they didn’t quite take off. 

**Culinary Encore:**

As if the homemade treats weren’t enough, the evening concluded with free pizza, because why not? When in doubt, pizza is the answer.

**Next Week’s Teaser:**

The next run is set to take place at Shocker’s Place in Erakala. Expectations are high; will there be French food, or will Shocker shock us all with a sausage on bread?

**On On!**

May the trails be ever in your favour, and may the hash gods bless you with good weather and better company. Onwards to the next adventure!

Date – 24/06/2024
Run – 2280
Hare – Pensioner
Venue – John Breen Park
Hashers: 20

Cool night air about for the adventurous hashers, off we went as directed by Pensioner. Pensioner into recycling, used some of my arrows from Run #2278.  Walking on trail in Grendon St, we passed a group sittin’ in their backyard around an evening fire.  Would you be Hashers? Was the question from this open backyard, from Sunshine Coast Hasher “Horse”.

On home to John Breen Park, for drinks, nibbles, history lesson, jokes, greetings & charges to Bush Basher and Bush Basher#2 (Nunny).  Steaming hot meat patties, with still fresh breadrolls from U Turn’s 60^th birthday party for Nosh. And a lovely homemade dessert of Chocolate Slice, thank you Mango and Pensioner.

On On to Gladstone this weekend for some of our local Hashers.

Matches.

Date – 17/06/2024
Run – 2279
Hare – Snot
Venue – 19 Tern Street, Slade Point
Hashers: 17

A total of 17 brave hashers braved the bitter cold at Snot’s little blue house overlooking the wild North Atlantic Ocean, as the waves crashed over the seawall, blasting all the way direct from the Artic Circle, scattering Polar Bears and Seals in its wake….. well, actually, it was the calm Pacific with not a bear in sight, but it was still bloody cold.

At 6.05 Snot called the troops to attention and sent them off left right and centre into the cold dusk, and soon enough they all returned in dribs and drabs, muttering about the non-existent trail and bemoaning the piss stop, which no one could find.

Here’s an interesting fact…. As we age, we forget. You know, little things like “what did I come in here for”, and “what am I looking in the fridge for”, and “why did some of those LEtterS come out in capitALS?”and “what happened at HASH LAST MONDay??

Fact is…. I don’t remember. Yep, there was down downs for hares and other incalcitrants, Jokes and stories were told and as the night got colder the mob got closer to the fire. I do remember after the circle disintegrated into oblivion Snot and Insex produced a yummy brew of mince stew with spuds and garlic bread…. Very nice.

It appeared that not many were in a drinking mood, probably cause the cans were too bloody cold to hold. And then we all went home.

Next week it’s the old John Breen Park, where it’ll be “bring your own fire” on account of the local council won’t let us burn the playground down.

See yez there!                        

Date – 10/06/2024
Run – 2278
Hare – Matches
Venue – 35 Graves Street, North Mackay
Hashers: 21

Set by Matches from Graves Street, 20 something hashers stood by an empty fire vessel waiting for instructions.

Eventually the necessary information was received and off we went. The trail was well marked although I took a wrong turn and ended up on the home trail.

In my opinion the run was about 1km, no piss stops. Good run!

Back home the fire was lit, we gathered around drank and talked until the circle was convened.

No visiting runners, no returning runners, our customary history lesson already just a memory. Jokes were unremarkable, fines were fictitious. Song sung.

Meal well cooked, corned beef and sides. Super fresh buns.   

The fire was dying down so I picked up my bat n ball and went home.

On on to 19 Tern Street, Slade point.

Snot n Insex

Date – 03/06/2024
Run – 2277
Hare – Zorro
Venue – 70 Satellite Crescent, Mackay Harbour
Hashers: 20

Dozens of hashers arrived at Mackay Fencing for the evening’s run.

Off we went in the wrong direction, no problem, we would meet up on the loop out of Satellite Crescent. A couple of dawdling hashers, missed the chalk arrows, made their own interpretation of Zorro’s run, and returned long after the pack had gathered back at MF for biscuits and dip, and drawing warmth from Zorro’s fire.

The circle convened, charges laid, mostly for Zorro, our visiting hashers MD and Kennel were welcomed, and a naming for a young female hasher, Cripple Nipple.

The Nosh was devoured, plates were picked clean. An excellent choice of Curried Sausages for cool night.

On On

Matches.

 

Naming of Cripple Nipple 3rd June 24 

Date – 27/05/2024
Run – 2276
Hare – Tonto
Venue – 23 St Bees Avenue, Bucasia
Hashers: 25

Very sad to hear of the passing of long time hasher “ Bargoose “

Good run from Lassie and Tonto abode with good nosh and plenty of it.

Couple funnies below

Zorro 

Date – 20/05/2024
Run – 2275
Hare – Flaps
Venue – 206 Phillip St, Carlyle Gardens, Over the Bridge, Green Assembly Area
Hashers: 26

Too many to count, turned up to Flaps abode for an enjoyable night of hashing.

Arriving to find everyone trying to light Flaps’ fire, which Shocker accomplished with a blow torch.  Moving back out the front, more eager runners were found patiently awaiting for the run instructions.  Only a short run was confirmed taking 20 minutes to set (on the scooter). Through the streets of Caryle Gardens over the hill and far away, was told Aldi sold alcohol and could have had a piss stop (I had no money Tarboy). Back at base, the trip down memory lane started with old hash books to flick through and the start of the 3course restaurant style menu started and also the fire alarm followed by the fire brigade and then the ambulance. (Don’t let the truth get in the road of a good report). Shocker to the rescue again, going in and pressing a button. Corgi could have been to blame as she was in helping Flaps with his Master Chef dishes. The Monk finally remembered to call the circle and was not impressed with the slow response, so repeated his request in a raised grumpy voice getting a much better response.

The Hare was charged with a thumbs up run and a down down. Charges were called for and Flaps was charged but had disappeared back into the kitchen. Snot was charged for trying to run the circle ⭕️ Flaps returned for his charge, cannot remember the charge. Piccolo was charged, once again can’t remember what for (going to have to take notes next time). Returning runners Titanic, Hard Drive, Rarebits and son, also the Monk Smut were given drinks. Jokes were told with the hash books helping remember and U Turn had a true story to tell about her sister’s experience at work, very funny.

Circle was closed with more delicious food served and the fire much appreciated.

More stories and drinks drunk and just when we thought it couldn’t get better dessert was served, yummo.

With some more yapping I dragged myself away from the fire and on home. Excellent job Flaps, as always.

ON ON Lassie