VTH3 Trail #082: A Fifth of Hashmas Carols — Saturday Run/Walk/Hike

When: Saturday, December 20, 2025, 3:30 PM HST LATER START!
Where: Maple Street Park and Pool, 75 Maple St, Essex Junction, VT
Hares: Rebel’s Cum, Salty Cumpiss, and Just Steph
What to bring: Unwrapped toys as hash cash, cranium lamps, outdoor singing voices, festive outfits, bah-humbugs, candy, candy canes, candy corn, and syrup

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“The hares were dead, to begin with. There is no doubt whatever about that.”

On a bleak midwinter Saturday night, join Von Tramp as we get visited by three mostly-harmless hasher spirits: the Hare of Hashing Past, the Hare of Hashing Present, and the Hare of Hashing Yet to Come. 👻 Over the past year, it would seem that we’ve all somehow ended up on the naughty list and are in need of some redemption. Since this will be Just Steph’s Virgin Lay, I can only assume the trail will make us scroogey and question our sanity while we wonder if we’d be better off on a trail laid by Muppets.

But fear not! To steer our haunted evening in a more positive direction, we’ll be singing the whole time while we pass by pretty twinkling lights because it’s our annual caroling trail. 🎶 Huzzah! We’ll bring the music, you bring the holiday spirits—just make sure to bring a cranium lamp and wear something festive like a holiday sweater.

If this is your first time joining us for our Hashmas trail we do things a little different. Instead of money for trail, please bring a new, unwrapped toy (or toys) for ages 1-14 which we will be donating to Toys For Kids VT and other local toy drives. 🧸

Note: Trail starts at 3:30pm so that it’s at least kinda dark out when we go to see all the pretty holiday lights.

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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+.