RSS Feed for this siteHashing is a tradition born in 1938 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and it thrives today all over the world. The group takes its name from a roadside stall called the Hash House (its culinary specialty) where the run ended.
The run is set by a "hare" using flour to mark a 4-6 mile trail. It can go anywhere; city streets, hotels, public buildings, Metro, swamps, fields, streams, mountains, woods, etc. Periodically, the trail ends and the runners or "hounds" try to find where it begins again. The only rule in Hashing is that there are none...but fast runners often run very fast in the wrong direction while the slower runners or walkers catch up. During the run the pack communicates by yelling "On On" when they see flour. Experienced runners mark the trail for those who are behind, so that all make it to the finish. After the run, the group convenes for food, drink and socializing.
The starting place for the DC Hash House Harriettes and Harriers (DCH4) changes weekly, but is usually within reach of the Beltway. We run Saturday afternoons, with rare exceptions.
Our members are a varied group from all walks of life with a common interest in exercise and fun. Founded in 1978 and have alumni running all over the world.
For the location of the next run: 202-PUDJAM-0 (thats zero) then
press, #4
Ask questions:
Carol Patch 703-206-7155
e-mail: patchc@mindspring.com, or
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