ZH3 Hash # 1743: Shamtell August 1st Hashional Day

On August 1st, Switzerland proudly celebrates another year of neutrality, mountains, cheese, and things running precisely on time. Naturally, your hares have decided to ignore all of that.

Instead, we're gathering at an Irish pub to celebrate Swiss National Day in the least Swiss way imaginable, a glorious Sham Celebration, where Guinness replaces Rivella, shamrocks outnumber edelweiss, and "Sláinte!" drowns out the sound of alphorns.

Your dubious hosts, Slippery Digit and Squatty Potty, have concocted a trail that's about as authentically Swiss as an Irish yodeler. Expect questionable navigation, suspicious checks, unnecessary elevation, and enough opportunities to question your life choices before rewarding yourself with a pint or three.

So don your red and white (or green if you're feeling particularly confused) bring your best yodel, your worst Irish accent, and prepare for a celebration that would leave both William Tell and Saint Patrick thoroughly bewildered.

On On to the biggest Swiss Sham of the year!

Where:
See location. Typically within Zurich Zone 10. Look for English speakers wearing running gear.

When:
We'll meet at 1:45 pm to start at 2:00 pm.
There's a charge of CHF 5 for participating, which covers all you can drink beer/cider (and non-alcoholic alternatives) plus snacks afterwards.

All Welcome:

If you are new, curious, and want to get out of the house, stretch your legs, talk shit, enjoy a drink, and hopefully a laugh, then here's what you need to know:
• We are a social running/walking group, physical fitness is not required, but a sense of humour is useful.
• The aim is to find the 'Beer Stop' at the end of the 'trail' and have fun.
• 'True Trail' is typically 4-7 km. Some will go less (especially those walking or walk/running), and some over-achieving fast runners will go further.
• The 'Hare', which changes each event (along with location), cleverly lays the trail (typically with flour marks) so that everyone reaches the end at the same time.
• There is always a place to deposit your bag and sometimes a place to change.
• After Trail, we group for ~20-40 minutes for drinks, snacks, and some fun. This 'Circle' is typically outside, so leave something warm in your bag in winter (and bring a flashlight when it's dark). If you don't want to stand around drinking afterwards, you can head home. We occasionally all go to a restaurant afterwards.

Why bother leaving your warm & dry sofa?
If you enjoy getting outside, being around people, and doing something a bit different, you will probably enjoy hashing. Exercise is important, and this is probably the least boring way to get it.

'Hashing' and the idea of some physical activity to work up a thirst, have been around for almost 90 years and there are groups (Hashes) in most major cities. Its humor and 'traditions' can be explored on the internet - or you can just come along and find out. See you there.

We are of many nationalities, all ages, full of misfits and idiots (at least there is no one taking themselves seriously!) and always welcome newbies 'Virgin Hashers' and visitors from other groups.

For more about Zürich Hash House Harriers, check out www.zh3.ch ( http://www.zh3.ch/ )