VTH3 Trail #076: Warlocktoberfest — Saturday Run/Walk/Hike

When: Saturday, September 20, 2025, 1:00 PM HST
Where: Electric Avenue, Burlington, VT
Hares: Fiendish Video Endoscope and 20 Cauldrons of P*ss
What to bring: $6.9 hash cash; Oktoberfest outfits; Warlock garb; jokes about October, Germans, and/or magic; ritualistic incantations; an Objects of Power (see list below)

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This year, the Almanac is calling for a mild winter so we at Von Tramp are taking action to change that prophecy by calling upon dark forces beyond our comprehension. And with the Autumnal Equinox only days away, now is the perfect time to communicate with extraplanar entities.

Through extensive research that involved countless hours spent in musty library basements, reading the entirety of Obscure Vermont, and a confusing conversation with someone who manages the Burlington Historical Society in Connecticut, your hares have uncovered a slew of paranormal hot spots throughout the South End area. By performing a series of rituals at each of these locations with the help of the pack, we aim to bring about a winter full of snow and ice that hasn’t been seen since the Blizzard of 1888.

To complete the rituals, the pack will need to have at least one of each of these Objects of Power on hand with them from the start of trail:

• A sheet of paper
• A rubber duck
• A lucky coin
• A cut flower
• A sticker
• A hand
• A stick
• A rock

More than one of each item is allowed and you are free to bring as many as you’d like. These items will be sacrificed, so don't bring anything you're not willing to leave behind.

Afterwards, to celebrate our hopefully successful conjuring we will then dance, sing, and yell PRÖST in the traditions of the old country at Vermont’s own Oktoberfest celebration happening near the Barge Canal Market. Or just meet us there. Make sure to get your tickets ahead of time because you never know if they’ll sell out: https://www.oktoberfestvermont.com/

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🏃What is Hashing?
What do you get when you combine running (or walking), a combination scavenger hunt, silly songs, inappropriate jokes, kilts, and beer?
Meet the Hash House Harriers, a non-competitive running social club. Hash runs, called trails, are non-competitive scavenger hunt-style events where you can enjoy a scenic run/walk at your own pace followed by a social gathering with food and drink. The route is marked on the ground with chalk or biodegradable flour. The "hare" is a volunteer who plans the run and marks the trail. The "hounds" are the other runners who follow the trail. Just like a scavenger hunt!

🤔 Do I have to run?
Nope! In hashing, the athletic and competitive aspects of running take a back seat to the social side of things. Hashing caters to all levels of runners, with a few walkers at each hash. Von Tramp hash trails are usually 3-6 miles; most even have a split trail for walkers or runners who wish to do a shorter distance.

🍻 Do I have to drink?
While we do enjoy a nice cold beer, consumption is completely optional. There is always water and non-alcoholic options. There is never any obligation to drink alcohol.

🌲 Who are the Von Tramp Hash House Harriers?
The Von Tramp Hash House Harriers (VTH3) was founded in 2021 by two thirsty hashers who did not want to stop being active during winter in Vermont. We run every other Saturday during winter (November-April). You can see when all of our upcoming trails are happening on our website. You can also join us on Facebook.

👋 Ready to give hashing a try?
Join us for a trail! All you need is some comfortable running gear. If it's a wet or wintry day, a change of clothes (or at least socks) is recommended.
We're a very welcoming and accepting group of lovable idiots. And who knows, you might even enjoy yourself. Plus, your first trail is always free!
BUT....... if you're still wondering if hashing is right for you, check out our blog post that covers everything you need to know about hashing with us here in Vermont.

❗This meet-up is intended to help reach out to new members.
Don't let the low numbers of people who RSVP on this site fool you: there are generally 15 to 20 hashers at every event! They're just all bad at social media.

All attendees must be 21+.