Ascension : Hash Trash - No:1145
Submitted by The Islander (Nathan Prince) 22.02.2007 (Article Archived on 08.03.2007)

Well, after last week’s goings on, this week’s hash was quite sedate. We’ve decided that it might have something to do with whether or not there is first aid kit along….. no injuries then, only when it gets left behind!! A lesson learned, we hope.

Hash No: 1145

Hares:  Major & Two Cocks

Hounds:  Yeti, Gumby-Two Scoops, Bloodsucker, Kerb Krawler, Stacey, Walkie Talkie, Fugitive, Drop The Cock, Colonel Spam, Bogs & Drains, Wallace, Whiskey Chaser, Irish Whiskey, John, Maureen, Buford T., Little Crisis, Puff Grannie, Bob The Builder, Builder’s Bum, Bakewell Tart, Sarah, Dave, Eat My Shorts, AC/DC, Easy Rider, Cunning Linguist, Basin Hugger, Pink Man, Thumper, Chief Pimp, Huff’n’Puff, Nick, Diane

Apres Hashers:  Grommitt, Nip’n’Suck, Lanky, Madam Mardy Pants, Little Chuffer, Pimp My Ride, Ollie, Danny, Papa, Chelsea, Amber 

            Well, after last week’s goings on, this week’s hash was quite sedate.  We’ve decided that it might have something to do with whether or not there is first aid kit along….. no injuries then, only when it gets left behind!!  A lesson learned, we hope.

            It was nice and cool, comparatively speaking, up at the NASA site, and everyone looked forward to a nice hash.  We were warned that if we were going to do the runner’s hash, we’d better be prepared to run it.  If anyone attempted to walk this route, they might not get back until Tuesday!  So it was decision time right at the start for those who wobble between the runners and walkers hash.  For the knitting circle crew, it was no contest, of course. 

            Off went the FRBs with Two Cocks in the lead, while the walkers followed the Major.  We headed over the hill, and down to the former seventh tee of the old golf course, or so we were told.  This might account for the numerous golf balls found by the divers around Ascension!!   After a chance to admire the scenery, off we went along a narrow sheep trail, slipping and sliding along, some slipping more than the others.  Luckily a few hung back to help them along. 

            Next stop found us admiring another great view, and on it went.  From there it was down into a gully, and then up onto Bob’s Belly, an outcropping of rocks named for a former hasher, apparently a rather portly fellow who wanted an interesting location named after him when he departed the island!   

            After that it was an easy stroll down through another gully, and up a gentle slope back to the lean-to.  The FRBs were quick to arrive, and the bar was opened.  The Major’s delicious (as always) curry was devoured quickly by the grateful hashers.  One of our injured hashers from last week, Nip’n’Suck, arrived with family, to join in the after hash festivities.  Glad to see you and hope you’re soon walking under your own steam.  Best wishes also go out to Head Mistress, who is off in the UK.  Hope your head has stopped hurting!! 

            The circle of friendship was drawn as it seemed there were a few sorry souls to welcome into the group.  First up was Gemma, whose aptitude with the Arabic language earned her the moniker of Cunning Linguist!!  Next it was Vinnie, who somehow became the Pink Man.  And then it was Ann’s turn.  Seeing as she is married to Mr. Fluffy, what else but Thumper would suffice as her hash name??  Welcome to the Ascension Hash House Harriers, great to have you along, folks. 

            The Cavaliers were soon out in full force, sending Captains to their graves with eager dispatch.  Great hash, Two Cocks and Major!!

Next Week:  Blue Oyster, Northeast Bay

Hares:  Fugitive & Drop The Cock

Please bring something to barbecue.