22 OCTOBER 2023
NUI DINH, SUỐI ĐÁ (ROCK STREAM)
Hares: Mr. T, Secs, Chippy, Bull Ant
Hash Flashers: Chippy, Chom Chom Ring Master: Chom Chom Report: Uncle
Weather: Mostly sunshine, but jungle shade.
Hash Cash: 1 pm run fees, Mr T & Johnny @ Nắng Vũng Tàu, 5 Lê Ngọc Hân, Ward 1. Total Hashers: 32 Trail: Dismounted Hashmobile at roadside stalls between car park and bridge above swimming pool café approx halfway up Nui Dinh. Down steps, over bridge for Chalk Talk by Secs. Then up stairwell to mountain dwellings and follow red ribbons down rocky mountainside and paved track past the ever-expanding Phat Quang pagoda and monastery. Continue following red ribbons along rocky trail – some uphill but mostly level or down – cross small streams then short climb to lookout rocks to rest legs, pose for photos, and enjoy panoramic views of surrounding jungle and beyond to Long Son, Big and Small mountains (Vung Tau). Descend steep rocky trail and “on on” to rockpools and waterfalls. Follow sign to rockpool #4 (of total 5) then cross narrow footbridge to poolside dining area. Total distance approx 3 km. Highlights: Lookout rocks, rock pools (swimming, net fishing, waterfalls). Down Down: Suối Đá (Rock stream), pool #4. Refreshments: Saigon Green, water, softies, grilled chicken pieces, whole boiled chicken, mixed salad, cucumber, congee, dipping sauces. Circle: Follow red tapes down rocky trail from rock pools to vehicle parking area for group photo and Circle. Trail rated 10/10. Hares Mr T, Secs, Chippy, Bull Ant thanked. Hash Virgin Ms Nha (Vung Tau) introduced and welcomed. Returnees Hot Lips (working: Ireland), Pineapple Bill (checking assets: Australia), Sandals (picking berries: Finland) and Alice (Australia then family wedding: Turkey) all welcomed back. On on on: Mr C’s Speakeasy. Next week: Watch this space and facebook page: @VungTauHHH for more details of next week’s run. PLEASE REMEMBER: We can all help to keep run fees as low as possible by cancelling registration if suddenly unable to attend (the committee can then order a smaller/cheaper bus and fewer meals if necessary). “On On”
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15 OCTOBER 2023
MINH DAM MOUNTAIN - NGỌC XƯƠNG ECO RESORT
Hares: Mr. T, Secs, Chippy, Bull Ant
Hash Flashers: Chippy, Chom Chom Ring Master: Uncle Report: Uncle
Weather: Scattered cloud. Few minutes light rain at end of trail.
Hash Cash: 1 pm run fees, Mr T & Johnny @ Nắng Vũng Tàu, 5 Lê Ngọc Hân, Ward 1. Total Hashers: 24 + 1 Hash dog Trail: Dismounted in Minh Dam mountain car park for Chalk Talk by Secs, then “On on” up a partly paved track to 1st lookout point. Mostly but not all downhill to second lookout point. Fairly flat and across two streams, flat again, then 87 steep rock steps to third lookout point. Long, steep, rocky descent until finally level then through residential area on Long Hai side of the mountain to Ngoc Xuong eco-tourism resort. Total distance approx 5.5km. Highlights: 3 lookout points, shrines and mountain dwellings. Down Down: Khu du lịch sinh thái Ngọc Xương (Ngoc Xuong eco tourism area, aka Eco Resort). Refreshments: Saigon Chill, water, softies, banh mi, water melon, bananas. Circle: Trail rated 50/10(!). Hares Mr T, Bull Ant, Secs, Chippy thanked. Hash Virgins mother Hang, son Minh (Vung Tau City) welcomed and ‘baptised’ by Bishop. Returnee Velcro (Perth) welcomed back. Azura’s Hash hound Poon Hash-named Noob. On on on: Mr C’s Speakeasy. Next week: Watch this space and facebook page: @VungTauHHH for more details of next week’s run. PLEASE REMEMBER: We can all help to keep run fees as low as possible by cancelling registration if suddenly unable to attend (the committee can then order a smaller/cheaper bus and fewer meals if necessary). “On On”
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8 OCTOBER 2023
BIG MOUNTAIN - WELCOME KLANG H4
Hares: Mr. T, Secs, Chippy, Bull Ant
Hash Flashers: Chippy, Chom Chom, Secs Ring Master: Chom Chom Report: Uncle
Weather: Overcast, cool.
Hash Cash: 1 pm run fees Mr T, Johnny @ Nắng Vũng Tàu, 5 Lê Ngọc Hân, Ward 1. Total Hashers: 89 (36 VTH3/SH3, 53 KH4) Trail: Chalk talk by Secs welcomed KH4 (Klang, Malaysia) and SH3 (Saigon), described the trail and markers, then it was “On On” via Hem 105 and up moss-covered slippery slope to Vi Ba, then Hem 36 and the red, yellow and blue pagoda staircase into the jungle. Follow red eco-tapes across and above ‘the big house’ then up, around and over many boulders to ‘painted rocks rest area’ next to Ho May Park wall at top of telegraph poles to enjoy panoramic city views and take photos. Down rocky ‘telegraph poles trail’ to Golden Buddha (more photos), then down again to Vi Ba and back to start. Total distance approx 5 km. Highlights: Socialising and cultural exchanges VTH3, KH4 (Klang, Malaysia) and SH3’s Cement Trader, Non-Stop Clock, For Rent, Lubricant and One-minute GM (organizer), fully justifying KH4 Grand Master Left Ball’s quote: “The Hash is borderless”! Views of Vung Tau City and Small Mountain from rest area at Ho May Park wall. Photos at Golden Buddha during descent. Special interest: Learning that the crow on Klang H4’s logo symbolises the birds’ prevalence in the city. On-trail directions via Wild Boar’s (KH4) Hash Horn. Circle frivolity courtesy KH4 and friends! Down Down: Ốc Nóng Thảo (@Nắng Vũng Tàu). Smiling staff tirelessly served hordes of hungry Hashers! Refreshments: Saigon Chill, water, softies, seafood salad & rice buffet, water melon. Circle: Hares Mr T, Secs, Chippy, Bull Ant thanked. “Tough trail” rated 9/10. Two Hash Virgins introduced. Klang Hash (KH4) and SH3 visitors welcomed. KH4 invited to continue the Circle. Much frivolity followed with singing, dancing, karaoke, never-ending conga line and a ‘flaming’ birthday cake! On on on: Mr C’s Speakeasy. Next week: Watch this space and facebook page: @VungTauHHH for more details of next week’s run. PLEASE REMEMBER: We can all help to keep run fees as low as possible by cancelling registration if suddenly unable to attend (the committee can then order a smaller/cheaper bus and fewer meals if necessary). “On On”
RUN 1081 GALLERY
1 OCTOBER 2023
SMALL MOUNTAIN - HẢI ĐĂNG LOOP
Hares: Mr. T, Secs, Chippy
Hash Flashers: Chippy, Chom Chom Ring Master: Uncle Report: Uncle
Weather: Heavy rain at start, clearing later.
Hash Cash: 1 pm run fees, Mr T @ Nắng Vũng Tàu, 5 Lê Ngọc Hân, Ward 1. Total Hashers: 15 hardy souls and 1 dog who didn’t let the rain spoil their fun! Trail: Eco-carts to start point at Hai Van pagoda on Ha Long (road) for Chalk Talk by Secs. Sheltered inside pagoda until heavy rain eased then climbed 240 steps at the back and effectively followed a figure 8 pattern on and off Hải Đăng (Lighthouse Street), with at least one café and some jungle along the way. Total distance approx 6.5km including return to kennel across Front Beach.Highlights: Watching the fishing boats and lightning in Vung Tau Bay while sheltering from rain in Hai Van pagoda. Admiring religious artefacts inside the gates of Quang Minh pagoda. Special interest: Twin horses shrine at top of jungle short-cut to Hai Dang. Model car racing on Tran Phu, Front Beach near end of trail. Down Down: Nắng Vũng Tàu (VTH3 Kennel). Refreshments: Saigon Chill, water, softies, banh mi, water melon. Circle: Trail rated 10/10. Hares Secs, Chippy and Mr T thanked. Hash Virgin Kat (“or Pinky”) introduced and welcomed. No Returnees, Sinners or New Names. On on on: Mr C’s Speakeasy. Next week: See “Other business” below and watch this space and facebook page: @VungTauHHH for more details of next week’s run. Other business: Secs announced a visit next week from a large group of Malaysian Hashers, so we’ll have a local run on Big Mountain to allow time for fully catered Down Down at Nắng Vũng Tàu. Please register early to help with catering, etc orders. But please also cancel your registration if you find you’re not able to attend. “On On”
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