VTH3 Trail #080: Remembering the Edmund Fitzgerald — Run/Walk/Intro to Hashing

When: Saturday, November 15, 2025, 1:00 PM HST
Where: Outside Foam Brewers, 112 Lake St, Burlington, VT
Hares: Flexible Video Endoscope and Rebel’s C*m
What to bring: Your 21+ ID, a interest in lake freighters, a basic understanding of the tune of "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald"

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If you’ve ever been curious about the Hash House Harriers, this trail will make a great introduction to the global phenomenon known as hashing. The route will start from outside Foam Brewers and be a 3.5ish mile loop of mostly pavement featuring various stops along the way to sing, laugh and enjoy a beverage or two. We’ll even provide the shanty lyrics so you can sing along.

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the tragedy of the Edmund Fitzgerald, a freighter that sank in Lake Superior during a storm on November 10, 1975 with all 29 crew members aboard. Inspired by Gordon Lightfoot’s song that immortalized the Fitz, we’ll traverse the shores of Lake Champlain regaling all who will listen with the tale of the time “when the gales of November came early.”

While we’ll keep you safely on shore, that still shouldn’t stop you from donning your finest wool sweaters, tiny beanies and/or yellow foul weather gear. (Fisherman chic and lighthouse core are SO in right now.) Make sure to bring your IDs with you on trail because we’ve planned an afternoon full of sea shanties, cold winds, dive bars, and nautical antics.
So if you enjoy the outdoors, running/walking, and can handle an adult jokes, give it a try and join us. Your first time is always free!

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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+.