Taiping Hash: August 22

Following July's summer Death March in Huzhou, the hares for August have decided
to bring us back to the familiar, gentle mountains of Lingyan, located to the
south of Suzhou.

The Tourism Brochure says it best:

Lingyan Mountain Scenery Area is located at the foot of the Lingyan Mountain
which is always praised as "its beautiful scenery exceeding the others in the
South of Yangtze River". Lingyan Mountain , presents the stereoscopic history of
the Wu and Yue States of the Spring and the Autumn Period, with simple and
unsophisticated nature landscape. Lingyan Mountain ¡¯s long history
civilization, elegant gardens and well- known legends make it the most valuable
place of interest for the people in modern times, who are eager to enjoy
relaxation and luxury, developing their interests and appreciation.  Let¡¯s
approach Lingyan Mountain, stepping into these private gardens with a history of
hundreds of years and tasting the classical elegance and leisure in our memory.

Even though we are still the Summer Period, and not the Spring and Autumn
Period, Lingyan Mountain still promises a spectacular location for a run.

The hares promise a vertical climb of sufficient challenge, in addition to
scenic rural trails that will expose the runners to tea plantations, secluded
farms, occasional shiggy, inspiring temples, resting areas for the dead, fences
with locked gates, and traditional Lingyan architecture.

FRB's should finish in less than 75 minutes.

This finish is at secluded valley with a lake, which is ideal for refreshing
August swims. Thirsts may be quenched with plenty of ICE COLD BEERS.

The hares allege that the run site is only a 90-minute ride from the Grassy
Knoll.

Photos and more details of Lingyan are here:
www.17u.com/destination/scenery_1366.html

This month's essential details:

Date: Saturday, August 22

Location: Lingyan Mountain, Jiangsu Province

Hares: the return of ¡°Master Wanker¡± and a surprise ¡°Mystery Hare.¡±

Bash: Bashateria serves only authentic Lingyan Mountain village food. No
imitations.

Times for the bus:

10:00 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

10:25 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on Century
Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:30 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet outside by the
Starbucks

10:45 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Cost: RMB 200.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.

In order to enhance the exclusivity of this event, we will take only one bus.

Please confirm if you would like to be part of the first Taiping Hash run in
exotic Huzhou, Zhejiang province.

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Taiping Hash, July 18

Like a thoroughbred sprinting down the final stretch, the Taiping Hash finishes
its own Triple Crown this month.

In May, the hares set a trail through the bamboo in beautiful Dongmingshan,
Hangzhou. June was scenic Dongshan in Suzhou.

The third and final stage of the Taiping Triple Crown is this month with the
first Taiping run ever in Huzhou.

The setting is in the village of Daochang, which is near the country city of
Huzhou and the south bank of Taihu Lake. The local tourist officials describe
the area as follows:

In order to make full use of the unique natural landscape and humanistic
resource in Daochang village, the project will be developed in combination with
historic interests like Ancient Plum Flower Mountain Villa, Wanshou
Temple,Huyuan Tomb, ancient ruins of Xiagu City, and etc. The area will also
character as ¡°having lunch in farmhouse, living in farmhouse, traveling in
countryside,and enjoying farmer¡¯s happiness¡±, composed sightseeing and tour
with
appreciating rural flavor, experiencing farming civilization and enriching
life.Daochang will be built into a cultural tourist area consisting of rural
cultureand landscape culture.

Plus, in what will surely make our German and Dutch hashers feel at
home,Daocheng village boosters claim that ¡°the Rhine River of China flows along
the village¡±.

Camel and Stiffy are able to introduce the virgin trails of Daochen thanks to
the never ending expansion of China¡¯s freeway network. A ribbon of concrete now
extends from the Grassy Knoll on the A-9 far across the countryside to open up
access to the closest mountains to Shanghai. You¡¯ll be on trail in record time,
less than two hours from Hongqiao! (editor¡¯s note: maybe).

The hares promise an exhilarating one hour trail for walkers and a pleasant 80
minute trail for those who want more mountain for their money.

As for last month, hares, Johnny Wad and OJ promised the run of the year. By
most accounts they quite possibly achieved this. Their trail of tears up and
down sacred Dongshan had the pack gasping for breath while taking in stunning
views. All felt exhilarated with the accomplishment of getting up the
mountain,except when being passed by super-human 80 year old women carting 120
kg loads of freshly picked ¡°red fruit.¡± The whole trail was laid with an
environmentally apportioned 500 grams of flour and one stick of chalk stolen
from a five-year old girl who fell off a ladder while gathering fruit. Luckily
the chalk did not break.

Finally the pack was treated to a beautiful lightening storm over Taihu Lake
followed by a thunderous downpour from the heavens. Three members of the pack
decided to stay on the mountain for optimal viewing and a more electrifying
experience.

This month's essential details:

Date: Saturday, July 18

Location: Huzhou, Zhejiang Province

Hares: Camel, Stiffy

Bash: Mystery meat stew infused with local magic mushrooms; big fish with big
fish sauce; green vegetables with green vegetable sauce.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 1:30 p.m. We plan to start the bash by 5
p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 9 p.m. Maybe.

Times for the bus:

10:00 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

10:25 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on Century
Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:30 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet outside by the
Starbucks

10:45 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Cost: RMB 200.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.

Taiping Hash, July 18

Like a thoroughbred sprinting down the final stretch, the Taiping Hash finishes
its own Triple Crown this month.

In May, the hares set a trail through the bamboo in beautiful Dongmingshan,
Hangzhou. June was scenic Dongshan in Suzhou.

The third and final stage of the Taiping Triple Crown is this month with the
first Taiping run ever in Huzhou.

The setting is in the village of Daochang, which is near the country city of
Huzhou and the south bank of Taihu Lake. The local tourist officials describe
the area as follows:

	 In order to make full use of the unique natural landscape and humanistic
resource in Daochang village, the project will be developed in combination with
historic interests like Ancient Plum Flower Mountain Villa, Wanshou Temple,
Huyuan Tomb, ancient ruins of Xiagu City, and etc. The area will also character
as ¡°having lunch in farmhouse, living in farmhouse, traveling in countryside,
and enjoying farmer¡¯s happiness¡±, composed sightseeing and tour with
appreciating rural flavor, experiencing farming civilization and enriching life.
Daochang will be built into a cultural tourist area consisting of rural culture
and landscape culture.
Plus, in what will surely make our German and Dutch hashers feel at home,
Daocheng village boosters claim that ¡°the Rhine River of China flows along the
village¡±.

Camel and Stiffy are able to introduce the virgin trails of Daochen thanks to
the never ending expansion of China¡¯s freeway network. A ribbon of concrete now
extends from the Grassy Knoll on the A-9 far across the countryside to open up
access to the closest mountains to Shanghai. You¡¯ll be on trail in record time,
less than two hours from Hongqiao! (editor¡¯s note: maybe).

The hares promise an exhilarating one hour trail for walkers and a pleasant 80
minute trail for those who want more mountain for their money.

As for last month, hares, Johnny Wad and OJ promised the run of the year. By
most accounts they quite possibly achieved this. Their trail of tears up and
down sacred Dongshan had the pack gasping for breath while taking in stunning
views. All felt exhilarated with the accomplishment of getting up the mountain,
except when being passed by super-human 80 year old women carting 120 kg loads
of freshly picked ¡°red fruit.¡± The whole trail was laid with an
environmentally apportioned 500 grams of flour and one stick of chalk stolen
from a five-year old girl who fell off a ladder while gathering fruit. Luckily
the chalk did not break.

Finally the pack was treated to a beautiful lightening storm over Taihu Lake
followed by a thunderous downpour from the heavens. Three members of the pack
decided to stay on the mountain for optimal viewing and a more electrifying
experience.

This month's essential details:

Date: Saturday, July 18

Location: Huzhou, Zhejiang Province

Hares: Camel, Stiffy

Bash:  Mystery meat stew infused with local magic mushrooms; big fish with big
fish sauce; green vegetables with green vegetable sauce.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 1:30 p.m. We plan to start the bash by 5
p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 9 p.m. Maybe.

Times for the bus:

10:00 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

10:25 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on Century
Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:30 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet outside by the
Starbucks

10:45 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Cost: RMB 200.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.

Dear All Hashers,

I am pleased to invite you to attend the Official China Hash Down Island, 2009

The event will take place between Friday August 21st and Sunday August 23rd.

This will be the Hashing event of the year!!!! Make sure you do not miss this
one!!!!!

The location is Kalibuan- a Bunon Tribe Aboriginal village in Nantou County, in
the shadow of the beautiful Yushan (Jade Mountain). It is a truly stunning
location and this is an event that no self-respecting hasher should miss!!!!

We will leave Taipei on Friday evening by train at 6pm and will arrive back in
Taipei on Sunday at 9.16pm.

So what happens in between?

(1) On arrival in the quaint mountain town of JiJi on Friday night we will hold
the mother of all bashes and get in the spirit of things. The bash is adjacent
to our hotel accomodation so it will be easy to stagger to your room, collapse
and/or vomit!!

(2) On Saturday, after breakfast, we will head out for the first run of the
weekend. Hared by the legendary Mijo Slut (Penniless/ Nick Mayo), this will be
an epic A to B affair that will sweep through a pristine valley in the shadow of
Yushan. Assisted by Taichung's very own Homo-Globin this really will be a GREAT
run. We really do have the best hares working on this event so do not miss
out!!!

(3) After the run of course, we will have a monster down-down session, followed
by another massive bash. All located within Kalibuan, an Aboriginal village set
in a majestic valley with views of Yushan. Great food, great views, and tons of
brew!!! Awesome!!!

(4) We will stay overnight in Kalibuan in cabin style accomodation.


(5) The next day (Sunday) we will do it all again!! After a relaxing breakfast
we will gather ourselves for a run hared by the Yoda of hares: Village Idiot.
Assisted by the Godfather, Carrier, this is another A-B in a fantastic area and
promises to be EPIC. The run will be mercifully short then we will once again
hold Down-Downs and Bash like there's no tomorrow!!!

(6) Finally, we will be transported from the bash to Taichung, where we will
board the train and return to Taipei (where we will have to set about rebuilding
our lives!!!).


To Summarize:

3 Great Bashes

2 Awesome Runs

2 Monster Down-Down Sessions

2 Nights Accomodation

Great locations

Rich cultural expericence

Free commemorative T-shirt

Shedloads of Icy Cold Brews



I want to BOOK NOW!!!! How much is it?



The total cost is NT$ 3900



This includes EVERYTHING (except any beers you may wish to drink on the train
down there Friday night). Runs, bashes, accomodations, breakfasts, T-shirt, and
all transport.



To BOOK: You can book now with our Hash Cash, Flying Nun (Rebecca) every Sunday
on the run (you can pay a NT$2000 deposit).



                  OR- contact the GM, Dick with Ears (Mark) at gm@....



IMPORTANT!!!! The first 70 to book are GUARANTEED accomodation in Kalibuan on
Saturday evening. After that you WILL have accomodation but in another nearby
complex. So BOOK NOW and be with the "It Crowd"



On-On

DWE

China Hash GM

"Save Money. Live Better. Remember Your Wallet."



And let us know if you plan to attend.

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Taiping Hash, June 20

We are all aware of China's five sacred mountains: Hua Shan, Tai Shan, Heng Shan
(Hu Nan), Heng Shang (Shan Xi) and Song Shan.

Now, prepare yourself for an even more sacred experience: Dong Shan.

In what promises to be the best Taiping run ever since last month's epic run
near Hangzhou, the hares take us near Suzhou and Taihu Lake for more than ever
could be described in words.

But we will try.

Shady, conifer lined mountain trails, simultaneous spectacular views of both
mountains and sea, verdant tea plantations, and ancient Ming dynasty village
structures are only some of the spectacular sights available. The lofty peaks,
deep valleys, spectacular waterfalls, enchanting rocks and the centuries-old
pines and cypresses will undoubtedly encourage you to linger with no thought of
leaving.

After sating your spirit with the spectacular sensory experience that is Dong
Shan, you will then be invited to quench your thirst and extinguish your hunger
with what will inevitably go down in hash history as the best circle and bash
since May 2009.

The hares have noted: ¡°Do not even think about how great this run will be, it
will merely hurt your head.¡±

Warning: In an effort not to disturb the natural beauty of the trail, the hares
did not remove shiggy from the trails. Thus, if you are concerned about the
pristine condition of your legs, you might want to wear long trousers.

The hares claim that the long run will be 70 minutes for frbs. There is a short
split for those more interested in a leisurely walk to take in the stunning
scenery.

The Details:

Date: Saturday, June 20

Location: Dongshan, Jiangsu province

Hares: Johnny Wad, O.J.

Bash: Freshwater delicacies from the lake. Rare mountain vegetables. Wild boar.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 1:30 p.m. We plan to start the bash by 5
p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10 p.m. Maybe.

Times for the bus:

10:00 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

10:25 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on Century
Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:30 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet outside by the
Starbucks

10:45 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Cost: RMB 200.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.

Taiping Hash, June 20

We are all aware of China's five sacred mountains: Hua Shan, Tai Shan, Heng Shan
(Hu Nan), Heng Shang (Shan Xi) and Song Shan.

Now, prepare yourself for an even more sacred experience: Dong Shan.

In what promises to be the best Taiping run ever since last month's epic run
near Hangzhou, the hares take us near Suzhou and Taihu Lake for more than ever
could be described in words.

But we will try.

Shady, conifer lined mountain trails, simultaneous spectacular views of both
mountains and sea, verdant tea plantations, and ancient Ming dynasty village
structures are only some of the spectacular sights available.  The lofty peaks,
deep valleys, spectacular waterfalls, enchanting rocks and the centuries-old
pines and cypresses will undoubtedly encourage you to linger with no thought of
leaving.

After sating your spirit with the spectacular sensory experience that is Dong
Shan, you will then be invited to quench your thirst and extinguish your hunger
with what will inevitably go down in hash history as the best circle and bash
since May 2009.

The hares have noted: ¡°Do not even think about how great this run will be, it
will merely hurt your head.¡±

Warning: In an effort not to disturb the natural beauty of the trail, the hares
did not remove shiggy from the trails. Thus, if you are concerned about the
pristine condition of your legs, you might want to wear long trousers.

The hares claim that the long run will be 70 minutes for frbs. There is a short
split for those more interested in a leisurely walk to take in the stunning
scenery.

The Details:

Date: Saturday, June 20

Location: Dongshan, Jiangsu province

Hares: Johnny Wad, O.J.

Bash: Freshwater delicacies from the lake. Rare mountain vegetables. Wild boar.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 1:30 p.m. We plan to start the bash by 5
p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10 p.m. Maybe.

Times for the bus:

10:00 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

10:25 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on Century
Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:30 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet outside by the
Starbucks

10:45 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Cost: RMB 200.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.

Taiping Hash: Dongming Shan IV: May 23

Several hashers have noticed a trend on the Taiping Hash, and made a request:

¡°Why so many girls sign up?¡±

¡°Give me some motivation by inviting more young men so I will try approaching
and catching them¡±

So, all the athletic young men out there, take this as your invitation to show
up for the ladies.

Kindly respond if you will attend so we can arrange the buses and the bash.

The dinner will feature wild mountain chicken and plenty ice cold beer.

Note that the bus will return to Jinqiao, which may be in time for the SHHH
festivities.

Taiping Hash: Dongming Shan IV: May 23

The Taiping Hash returns yet again to Dongming Shan Forest Park for a pleasant
stroll over some hills and through bamboo forests. Wild strawberries, rippling
creeks, scenic temples, and tea plantations will greet hashers in the park,
which is northwest of Hangzhou.

For somewhat accurate views of the area, take a look here: www.dms-forestpark.
com/

There will be a short run, as well as a longer run.

We strongly encourage everyone to carry water on the run. There is nowhere to
buy water along the trail. We will ensure that there will be enough water on the
bus (and at the finish).

The run has almost no shiggy. It will be a run.

The run site is only 190 KM from The Grassy Knoll. Those driving can meet at the
Liangzhu / Moganshan Road exit off the Hangzhou Ring Road.

The Details:

Date: Saturday, May 23

Location: Dongming Shan, Hangzhou, Zhejiang

Hares: DVD Pirate, No Balls, and Helios

Bash: Northern Zhejiang Comfort Food. Dining outside in a bamboo forest.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 1:30 p.m. We plan to start the bash by 5
p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10 p.m. Maybe.

Times for the bus:

10:00 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

10:25 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on Century
Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:30 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet outside by the
Starbucks

10:45 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Cost: RMB 200.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.

Taiping Hash: Dongming Shan IV: May 23

The Taiping Hash returns yet again to Dongming Shan Forest Park for a pleasant
stroll over some hills and through bamboo forests. Wild strawberries, rippling
creeks, scenic temples, and tea plantations will greet hashers in the park,
which is northwest of Hangzhou.

For somewhat accurate views of the area, take a look here: 
www.dms-forestpark.com/

Past runs at Dongming Shan have elicited glowing reviews, such as this one
received today from an actual hasher:


      "I recall being there in 2005 ... very, very tough long run ... 3 more
mountains ... up and down ... more mountains ... most horrible experience I've
ever had .... "


For those not interested in such a rare, character-building experience, a short
run will be offered. One will not need much time to decide which direction to go
at the split. The choice will be clear.

We strongly encourage everyone to carry water on the run. There is nowhere to
buy water along the trail. We will ensure that there will be enough water on the
bus (and at the finish).

The run has almost no shiggy. It will be a run.

The run site is only 190 KM from The Grassy Knoll. Those driving can meet at the
Liangzhu / Moganshan Road exit off the Hangzhou Ring Road.


The Details:

Date: Saturday, May 23

Location: Dongming Shan, Hangzhou, Zhejiang

Hares: DVD Pirate, No Balls, and Helios

Bash: Northern Zhejiang Comfort Food. Dining outside in a bamboo forest.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 1:30 p.m. We plan to start the bash by 5
p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10 p.m. Maybe.

Times for the bus:

10:00 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

10:25 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on Century
Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:30 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet outside by the
Starbucks

10:45 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Cost: RMB 200.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.

Please let us know by Thursday, April 16 if you want to go.



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Taiping Hash: April 18


This month, the Taiping Hash stays a bit closer to home with a run in Nanbeihu,
Zhejiang. The run site is located along the coast between Shanghai and Hangzhou.

Nanbeihu is a AAAA national tourist scenic area. Check out the photos on the
website: www.nbh.com.cn/

The hares have promised a gentle run over rolling hills with tea plantations,
villages, lakes, and bamboo forests.

The run will be 75 minutes plus with long and short splits.


The Details:

Date: Saturday, April 18

Location: Nanbeihu, Zhejiang

Hares: TBA & Weed Whacker

Bash: Lakeside view. See your dinner caught and filleted.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 1:30 p.m. We plan to start the bash by 5
p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10 p.m. Of course, actual
results will vary.

Times for the bus:

10:00 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

10:25 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on Century
Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:30 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet outside by the
Starbucks

10:45 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Cost: RMB 200.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.

Taiping Hash: April 18


This month, the Taiping Hash stays a bit closer to home with a run in Nanbeihu,
Zhejiang. The run site is located along the coast between Shanghai and Hangzhou.

Nanbeihu is a AAAA national tourist scenic area. Check out the photos on the
website: www.nbh.com.cn/

The hares have promised a gentle run over rolling hills with tea plantations,
villages, lakes, and bamboo forests.

The run will be 75 minutes plus with long and short splits.


The Details:

Date: Saturday, April 18

Location: Nanbeihu, Zhejiang

Hares: TBA & Weed Whacker

Bash: Lakeside view. See your dinner caught and filleted.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 1:30 p.m. We plan to start the bash by 5
p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10 p.m. Of course, actual
results will vary.

Times for the bus:

10:00 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

10:25 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on Century
Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:30 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet outside by the
Starbucks

10:45 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Cost: RMB 200.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.

We added a second bus.

The hares have promised fantastic weather and wonderful viewing of plum and pear
blossums.



Taiping Hash: March 21

This month, we head back across the Hangzhou Bay Bridge for a run in the Ningbo
area.

The run will start from Jinxian Temple in Minghe, Zhejiang. The trail will head
off to the Wulei mountains (400 m) and the Duhu and Baiyanghu lakes. Duhu Lake
is about three times the size of Hangzhou's West Lake.

The trail will cross orchards, bamboo forests, duck farms, brick kilns, a dam
... amazing scenery and panoramas guaranteed!

To take in all the spectacular scenery, the hares are planning a rather long run
of about 2 hours for FRBs. The short run for walkers is estimated to take around
2 1/2 hours. Walkers are recommended to take the short run.

The run also has plenty of cultural sites. Minghe has a history of more than
1,200 years and the temple was built in Ciwu reign of the Three Kingdoms
Dynasty.

The Details:

Date: Saturday, March 21

Location: Minghe, Zhejiang

Hares: Amiti?franco-allemande / Deutsch-Französische Freundschaft with Nicholas
and Dennis

Bash: Ningbo food with local fresh vegetables, poultry.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 1:30 p.m. We plan to start the bash by 5
p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10 p.m. Of course, actual
results will vary.

Times for the bus:

9:30 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

9:55 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on Century
Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:00 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet outside by the
Starbucks

10:15 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Cost: RMB 200.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.

Taiping Hash: March 21

This month, we head back across the Hangzhou Bay Bridge for a run in the Ningbo
area.

The run will start from Jinxian Temple in Minghe, Zhejiang. The trail will head
off to the Wulei mountains (400 m) and the Duhu and Baiyanghu lakes. Duhu Lake
is about three times the size of Hangzhou's West Lake.

The trail will cross orchards, bamboo forests, duck farms, brick kilns, a dam
... amazing scenery and panoramas guaranteed!

To take in all the spectacular scenery, the hares are planning a rather long run
of about 2 hours for FRBs. The short run for walkers is estimated to take around
2 1/2 hours. Walkers are recommended to take the short run.

The run also has plenty of cultural sites. Minghe has a history of more than
1,200 years and the temple was built in Ciwu reign of the Three Kingdoms
Dynasty.

The Details:

Date: Saturday, March 21

Location: Minghe, Zhejiang

Hares: Amitié franco-allemande / Deutsch-Französische Freundschaft with Nicholas
and Dennis

Bash: Ningbo food with local fresh vegetables, poultry.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 1:30 p.m. We plan to start the bash by 5
p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10  p.m. Of course, actual
results will vary.

Times for the bus:

9:30 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

9:55 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on Century
Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:00 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet outside by the
Starbucks

10:15 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Cost: RMB 200.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.

The next Taiping run is March 21 on a mysterious and enchanted mountain
near Ningbo.

The twin engines of Dennis and Nicholas are the hares.

More details later.

The April run is April 18.

Taiping Hash, February 21

Massive cost cutting hits the Taiping Hash this month as we slash
bus expenses with a run in nearby Waigaoqiao, which is in northern
Pudong at the confluence of the Huangpu and Yangtze rivers and the
ocean.

We have found virgin trails within beautifully kept countryside,
farmland and a nature reserve. There is a massive green belt of
replanted second generation forest and abundant opportunities for
bird watching. Friendly local villagers will cheer you on.

Classic Taiping Hash run start and finish. Without a doubt, the best
February run ever.

A-B run; 60-75 minutes with long and short splits.

A stimulus package will include large quantities of ice cold beer.

Head count reductions means that we can afford only two hares:
Pusseye and Wooly Bush. Johnny Wad has been reduced to unpaid
intern.

We will take only one bus. Please respond to this email if you want
to go.

The Details:

Date: Saturday, February 21

Location: A mystery forest area somewhere near Waigaoqiao.

Time: We estimate the run will start at 2 p.m. We plan to start the
bash by 5 p.m., maybe earlier.

Times for the bus and regroup:

11:45 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet
outside by the Starbucks

12:15 p.m. Lujiazui, the first bus stop on Century Avenue after the
Yan'an tunnel.

12:30 p.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour
Hares: Pusseye and Wooly Bush

Cost: RMB 200, probably cheaper, but not necessarily. But possibly.

The next Taiping Hash will be on Saturday, February 21 in scenic
Waigaoqiao, which is just a short bus or subway ride away.

The run will be set by W. Bush and PussEye.

More details later.

Please RSVP if you plan on going. We will take only one bus.

The weather should be sunny and relatively warm.

______________


Taiping Hash: January 17


The Taiping Hash returns to the tranquil and picturesque valley of
the Eastern Mudu Taoism Temple and Spiritual Retreat, otherwise known
as the Taoist Temple of Mount Chenghuang.

For more information and views of the area, check out this link:
http://sztaoism.com/ (which has to be the most active website for the
most non-active of religions).

The run will include a variety of landscapes, including traditional
Jiangsu farming communities, 200 meter high tea plantations, exotic
pagodas, and rustic local footpaths ideal for winter running.

The run is a comfortable 10K, but the hares have included a couple of
aggressive mountain climbs that will challenge Shanghai's best
athletes.

Note for the Italians: Verificare l'autobus volte. Non essere in
ritardo.

Note for the Spaniards: Voy a seguir siendo mas rapido que ustedes.


The Details:

Date: Saturday, January 17

Location:, Suzhou in Jiangsu province.

Hares: Stiffy and Camel

Bash: Traditional Suzhou restaurant, with plenty of Ice Cold Harbin
Pijiu.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 1:00 p.m. We plan to start
the bash by 5 p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10
p.m. Of course, actual results will vary.

Times for the bus:

9:30 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

9:45 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on
Century Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:00 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet
outside by the Starbucks

10:15 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Cost: RMB 200.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.
We will take one bus.

Future Runs:

February 21: Puss Eye and Wooly Bush
March: Hand Slider
April: TBA
May: No Balls
June: Johnny Wad
July: BEC
August: MPB

Taiping Hash: January 17


The Taiping Hash returns to the tranquil and picturesque valley of
the Eastern Mudu Taoism Temple and Spiritual Retreat, otherwise known
as the Taoist Temple of Mount Chenghuang.

For more information and views of the area, check out this link:
http://sztaoism.com/ (which has to be the most active website for the
most non-active of religions).

The run will include a variety of landscapes, including traditional
Jiangsu farming communities, 200 meter high tea plantations, exotic
pagodas, and rustic local footpaths ideal for winter running.

The run is a comfortable 10K, but the hares have included a couple of
aggressive mountain climbs that will challenge Shanghai's best
athletes.

Note for the Italians: Verificare l'autobus volte. Non essere in
ritardo.

Note for the Spaniards: Voy a seguir siendo mas rapido que ustedes.


The Details:

Date: Saturday, January 17

Location:, Suzhou in Jiangsu province.

Hares: Stiffy and Camel

Bash: Traditional Suzhou restaurant, with plenty of Ice Cold Harbin
Pijiu.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 1:00 p.m. We plan to start
the bash by 5 p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10
p.m. Of course, actual results will vary.

Times for the bus:

9:30 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

9:45 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on
Century Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:00 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet
outside by the Starbucks

10:15 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Cost: RMB 200.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.
We will take one bus.

Future Runs:

February 21: Puss Eye and Wooly Bush
March: Hand Slider
April: TBA
May: No Balls
June: Johnny Wad
July: BEC
August: MPB

Taiping Hash / Full Moon Hash--December 5


Now hash away! Hash away! Hash away all!

Twas the 20th night before Christmas, and again, the Taiping Hash
and the Full Moon Hash are stirring in Puxi.

Three not-so-wise men will be in charge of setting this joint run.
They have promised to rely only on the stars to set the trail and
lead the pack safely home.

The post-run meal will be a traditional Irish Christmas feast of
Sichuan fare.

The run will be A-A, so if you are too big to fit down the chimney,
you can just get an early start on a few holiday drinks.

As we have done in the past, we will be collecting clothes at the
run for donation to the River of Hearts charity. Here is their
website: http://riverofhearts.org/cms/

The essential details:

When: Friday, December 5. 7:30 p.m. hares set off; 7:45 p.m., pack
follows.

Where: A restaurant called Ba Guo Bu Yi (°Í¹ú²¼ÒÂ) 1018 Ding Xi Lu
just north of Yanan Lu Tel: 5239-7779 www.baguobuyi.com

How to get there. Metro take Line 3 or 4 to Yanan Lu station. Walk
east on Yanan Lu until you get to Ding Xi Lu. Turn left heading
north on Ding Xi Lu and the restaurant is about 150 m up the street
on the right with an ornate wooden doorway. If you plan to take a
taxi ask the driver to take you to Yanan Lu & Ding Xi Lu and then
north on Ding Xi Lu to the restaurant.

Hares: Math Factor, B. Cracker, Duchess

Standard Disclaimer: As always on the Taiping Hash / Full Moon Hash,
this will be a live run of adequate distance.

Taiping Hash: November 15, More Details

The Taiping Hash returns to the Taihu Lake Scenic Mountain area for
our 100th run.

The hares report:

¡§Starting on the tranquil shores of Taihu Lake, a spectacular run
through rolling hills of orange groves. Oranges, one of Taihu's
indigenous products, have been cultivated here for nearly 5,000
years.

The tourist brochures reads "Autumn is the orange harvest season, as
the fruits radiate delightful color, are easily peeled with intense
flavor, juicy and fragrant."

The scenery will gradually change as hashers ascend into the park.
Following rocky dirt farm paths into dense natural beauty, one will
only see flowers, trees and courtyards, briefly losing sight of
Taihu Lake. As the run progresses, the hares plan to challenge the
pack with cleaver checks in the world famous Longlin Tea
plantations. The trail will twist and roll through pine forests and
high stone rock formations, with Taihu Lake suddenly jumping into
sight. The run will end in a secluded spot surrounded by natural
scenery, supplemented with gardens and pagodas.

To quote one local on hiking in the area "Leisurely wandering around
the area, you are fresh-minded, more elegant, somewhat unearthly,
healthy and youthful as well. A walk in the mountains will surely
bring you great joy."

The run site is allegedly only 90 minutes from the Grassy Knoll.

Note: The bus times have been moved up 30 minutes earlier from the
past few runs.

The Details:

Date: Saturday, November 15

Location: Dongshan, Taihu, Lake, near Suzhou in Jiangsu province.

Hares: Shagga, Ban the Cock

Trail Consultants: Camel, Puss Eye (the consultants, who played
vital roles in finding the trail, have requested that they shall not
be counted as hares, and thus not be required to drink with the
hares in the circle.)

Hare Chauffeur: Double Dutch Mountain

Bash: Seafood Bash with plenty of ICE COLD BEER

Time: We estimate the run will start by 1:00 p.m. We plan to start
the bash by 5 p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10
p.m. Of course, actual results will vary.

Times for the bus:

9:30 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

9:45 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on
Century Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:00 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet
outside by the Starbucks

10:15 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Cost: RMB 200.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your
name. We have a limit of two buses.

Next up:

December 5. Holiday run win BEC in Puxi.

Taiping Hash: November 15¡X100th Run

After carefully counting the number of runs since the birth of the
Taiping Hash seven, eight or nine years ago, the Taiping Hash has
reached the magical mark of the 100th run.

The 100th run will held be at beautiful mountain somewhere in Jiangsu
or Zhejiang provinces. Virgin trails, entertaining circle, cold beer,
and the type of food one always expects from a Taiping bash.

The 100th Run Committee is furiously sorting out the logistics of the
run, so the details can't be fully disclosed at this point. The cost
will still be the cheap RMB 200 though.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.
We will limit the run to two buses.

Taiping Hash: October 11

Italian hares, Italian fashion, Italian taste. October brings
something completely different.

With at least 5 Italian hares setting this run, most of hashers are
likely to find their way back to the finish in the mountains near
Cixi, Zhejiang province. The run site is close to Ningbo and is in
the same area that the Taiping Hash visited in July.

It is another chance to appreciate the endless mud flats as we cross
the 36-kilometer long Hangzhou Bay Bridge to get to the run.

The hares report that the trail includes views of lakes and verdant
hills with bamboo forests and waterfalls. The long run is about 90
for front runners. There will be a short run.

More importantly, the restaurant review: "It's a nice place in the
forest. The building is wood and the food is great! (We tested the
menu!) ? The place reminds us of Palladio, but food is local
Zhejiang and it is somewhat cheaper. The interior is brighter
though."

The Details:

Date: Saturday, October 11

Location: Cixi, Zhejiang, the birthplace of Chinese porcelain.

Hares: For the long run, Daniele Fox & Fabrizio Ferrari. For the
short run, Matteo Gasparetto, Sabina, and a German who pretends to be
Italian.

Bash: The best the Italians could arrange.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 1:30 p.m. We plan to start
the bash by 5 p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10
p.m. Of course, actual results will vary.

Times for the bus:

10:00 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

10:25 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on
Century Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:30 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet
outside by the Starbucks and downstairs from Palladio

10:45 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Cost: RMB 200.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.
And please tell us if you are not going so we don't end up booking an
extra bus, as we have done the past couple of runs.

Upcoming runs:

November 15. The Taiping celebrates 100 runs by invading lands north
of the Yangtze.

December 5. Holiday run win BEC in Puxi.

Hey guys:

Kindly remind...

please respond by Thursday if you wanna go, Thanks!

Taiping Hash: October 11

Italian hares, Italian fashion, Italian taste. October brings
something completely different.

With at least 5 Italian hares setting this run, most of hashers are
likely to find their way back to the finish in the mountains near
Cixi, Zhejiang province. The run site is close to Ningbo and is in
the same area that the Taiping Hash visited in July.

It is another chance to appreciate the endless mud flats as we cross
the 36-kilometer long Hangzhou Bay Bridge to get to the run.

The hares report that the trail includes views of lakes and verdant
hills with bamboo forests and waterfalls. The long run is about 90
for front runners. There will be a short run.

More importantly, the restaurant review: "It's a nice place in the
forest. The building is wood and the food is great! (We tested the
menu!) . The place reminds us of Palladio, but food is local
Zhejiang and it is somewhat cheaper. The interior is brighter
though."

The Details:

Date: Saturday, October 11

Location: Cixi, Zhejiang, the birthplace of Chinese porcelain.

Hares: For the long run, Daniele Fox & Fabrizio Ferrari. For the
short run, Matteo Gasparetto, Sabina, and a German who pretends to be
Italian.

Bash: The best the Italians could arrange.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 1:30 p.m. We plan to start
the bash by 5 p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10
p.m. Of course, actual results will vary.

Times for the bus:

10:00 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

10:25 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on
Century Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:30 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet
outside by the Starbucks and downstairs from Palladio

10:45 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Cost: RMB 200.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.
And please tell us if you are not going so we don't end up booking an
extra bus, as we have done the past couple of runs.

Upcoming runs:

November 15. The Taiping celebrates 100 runs by invading lands north
of the Yangtze.

December 5. Holiday run win BEC in Puxi.

Taiping Hash: October 11

Italian hares, Italian fashion, Italian taste. October brings
something completely different.

With at least 5 Italian hares setting this run, most of hashers are
likely to find their way back to the finish in the mountains near
Cixi, Zhejiang province. The run site is close to Ningbo and is in
the same area that the Taiping Hash visited in July.

It is another chance to appreciate the endless mud flats as we cross
the 36-kilometer long Hangzhou Bay Bridge to get to the run.

The hares report that the trail includes views of lakes and verdant
hills with bamboo forests and waterfalls. The long run is about 90
for front runners. There will be a short run.

More importantly, the restaurant review: "It's a nice place in the
forest. The building is wood and the food is great! (We tested the
menu!) …. The place reminds us of Palladio, but food is local
Zhejiang and it is somewhat cheaper. The interior is brighter
though."



The Details:

Date: Saturday, October 11

Location: Cixi, Zhejiang, the birthplace of Chinese porcelain.

Hares: For the long run, Daniele Fox & Fabrizio Ferrari. For the
short run, Matteo Gasparetto, Sabina, and a German who pretends to be
Italian.

Bash: The best the Italians could arrange.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 1:30 p.m. We plan to start
the bash by 5 p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10
p.m. Of course, actual results will vary.

Times for the bus:

10:00 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

10:25 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on
Century Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:30 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet
outside by the Starbucks and downstairs from Palladio

10:45 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road



Cost: RMB 200.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.
And please tell us if you are not going so we don't end up booking an
extra bus, as we have done the past couple of runs.


Upcoming runs:

November 15. The Taiping celebrates 100 runs by invading lands north
of the Yangtze.

December 5. Holiday run win BEC in Puxi.

A kindly reminder to let us know if you want to go on the run.

We plan to take only one bus.


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Taiping Hash: September 13

September in Shanghai brings us the return of expat families, cooler
weather, and naturally, another Taiping Hash in Taihu (near Suzhou).

This month's hares have selected the exotic location of Yangwan, an
area of rolling hills, traditional Chinese fishing villages, bamboo
forests, and the rarely seen lotus cricket. While the scenery is
truly spectacular, hashers are advised to bring cameras at their own
risk.

The run will allegedly be 90 minutes for front runners. There should
be a short split.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.


The Details:

Date: Saturday, September 13

Location: A beautiful hill near Suzhou overlooking Taihu.

Bash: Traditional Taihu Chinese cuisine along with some
unpleasant Finnish surprises.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 2 p.m. We plan to start the
bash by 5 p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10 p.m.

Of course, actual results may vary.

Times for the bus:

10:00 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

10:25 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on
Century Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:30 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet
outside by the Starbucks

10:45 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

The car regroup will be at 1 p.m. at the Taihu rest stop off the
Suzhou ring road.

Hares: King Piss and Weiss Wurst¡ªtwo of the finest marathon runners
and triathletes to be found north of Italy.

Cost: RMB 200.

And, a very rough guide for the runs for the remainder of 2008.

October 11. A scenic mountain location in the Zhejiang, Jiangsu or
Anhui selected by our Italian friends.

November 15. Somewhere north the Yangtze, presented by Shagga and Ban
Kok.

December 5. Holiday run win BEC in Puxi.

Taiping Hash: September 13

September in Shanghai brings us the return of expat families, cooler
weather, and naturally, another Taiping Hash in Taihu (near Suzhou).

This month's hares have selected the exotic location of Yangwan, an
area of rolling hills, traditional Chinese fishing villages, bamboo
forests, and the rarely seen lotus cricket. While the scenery is
truly spectacular, hashers are advised to bring cameras at their own
risk.

The run will allegedly be 90 minutes for front runners. There should
be a short split.

Please respond if you wish to go ...... and please include your name.


The Details:

Date: Saturday, September 13

Location: A beautiful hill near Suzhou overlooking Taihu.

Bash: Traditional Taihu Chinese cuisine along with some
unpleasant Finnish surprises.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 2 p.m. We plan to start the
bash by 5 p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10 p.m.

Of course, actual results may vary.

Times for the bus:

10:00 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

10:25 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on
Century Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:30 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet
outside by the Starbucks

10:45 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

The car regroup will be at 1 p.m. at the Taihu rest stop off the
Suzhou ring road.

Hares: King Piss and Weiss Wurst¡ªtwo of the finest marathon runners
and triathletes to be found north of Italy.

Cost: RMB 200.

And, a very rough guide for the runs for the remainder of 2008.

October 11. A scenic mountain location in the Zhejiang, Jiangsu or
Anhui selected by our Italian friends.

November 15. Somewhere north the Yangtze, presented by Shagga and Ban
Kok.

December 5. Holiday run win BEC in Puxi.

Taiping Hash, August 23

The Taiping Hash ventures this month to a scenic mountain somewhere
near Suzhou.

There will be magnificent views of Tai Hu lake, with shrimp farm nets
blowing wistfully in the cool breeze and the masts of myriads of
concrete river boats glistening in the August sunshine, await those
who venture the short trip to Guang Fu. There'll be monastic havens
of idyllic quiet, hill top houses with lakeside vista, large ancient
pots filled with poo and some dense shiggy you could shave you legs
with all along the way.

The hares promise a short and long split; a choice of beautiful
trails with a maximum length of 11-12k on the long run. Circle up
lakeside to enjoy the shore breeze, some Guang Fu fighting (a bit
like Kong Fu fighting but with words) and then soak a camera or two
as we take a dip in the lake. The bash is in a palatial restaurant,
the top dining experience in Guang Fu, that will be serving huge
mounds of succulent local delicacies and copious quantities of ICE
COLD Snow beer.

Please respond if you wish to go.

And please include your name.

The Details:

Date: Saturday, August 23

Location: Guangfu, Suzhou, Jiangsu province.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 2 p.m. We plan to start the
bash by 5 p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10 p.m.

Of course, actual results may vary.

Times for the bus:

10:00 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

10:25 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on
Century Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:30 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet
outside by the Starbucks

10:45 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Hares: B. Cracker and a mystery hare.

Cost: Somewhere between RMB160 and RMB 200. Still cheap.

The next Taiping Hash is Saturday, August 23 on an enchanted mountain
somewhere in Jiangsu province. More details later.

The September is possibly Saturday, September 13, and may be hared by
the Italians, featuring Stefano Baldini. More details later.

____________________

And, the sporting event in Qingdao this year that overshadows the
Olympic sailing ............

Taiping Hash ¨C Qingdao, China - Beer Fest-a-Palooza
Dates: 19-21 September 2008

Come one, come all to the Taiping Hash away trip for 2008!!!

Break out your lederhosen and grab your bratwurst because Friday
evening, 19 September until Sunday evening, 21 September, Camel and
Small Bone will be haring a weekend away event to that fabled Chinese
haven of cheese, weenies and BEER: Qingdao! We will be joined by
hashers from Hong Kong, Qingdao, Shekou and Beijing.

Here's the basic itinerary:

Friday, travel to Qingdao. Friday night will be a warm-up bash to get
familiar with the nightlife and set the tone for the weekend.

Saturday, we will have a beautiful run in the hills near Lao Shan
Mountain, live-hared by Camel & Small Bone, circle and bash, followed
by transportation to the world-famous beerfest to party the night
away!

Sunday, a gentle hangover run through the spectacular, well-preserved
German quarter. Circle and bash, then taxis to the airport for the
return flight.

What you need to know:

Space is limited, so sign up early to avoid disappointment.

Rooms will be shared-twin. 2 people per room.

Expected Tour Cost is wildly estimated at RMB 1,500 for the Qingdao
package only, which includes  2 nights hotel, 3 bashes, 2 runs,
transport to/from the runs, entry to the beerfest and commemorative t-
shirt.

This cost estimate does not include flights, or the taxis to and from
Qingdao airport to the city.

If you want to reserve a spot, please email meriel at:
meriel.woodward@...

Contact for further information:
martin.lutzen@...

On-On!

Due to popular demand, we added a second bus.

Please confirm if you want to go.

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Taiping Hash, July 12

Excellent trails, stunning views, exotic boat excursions, and a
chance to experience the birthplace of Chinese porcelain in lovely
Shanglin Lake, Zhejiang province.

That is what the July Taiping Hash offers with a run starting near
the town of Cixi, which is near the town of Ningbo, which is across
the across Hangzhou Bay from Shanghai.

After arriving by first class coach, the group will sail by private
junk to the remote run start, located near protective kiln remains
that date back to the Tang (618-907) and Song (960-1279) dynasties.
The run site was just nominated as a Unesco World Heritage Site. Look
here: whc.unesco.org/en/tentativelists/5331/

Naturally an A to B run, the hares will take us along virgin trails
through the Kaolao Mountains, where the hillsides are now ripe with
the infamous Waxberry fruit of Cixi. Bring along wicker baskets and
pick juicy Waxberry's for the pre-circle party.

Easy access to this remote location was not possible until the recent
opening of the Hangzhou Bay Bridge, the 36-kilometer long sea bridge,
which is the world's longest. The run start is now only 2 hours from
busy Shanghai.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the Taiping Hash's first
run in Cixi, Zhejiang province.

The bash place will serve traditional Cixi food and plenty of ICE
COLD BEER.

Please respond if you wish to go. And please include your name.

The Details:

Date: Saturday, July 12

Location: Shanglin Lake, Zhejiang province.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 2 p.m. We plan to start the
bash by 5 p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10 p.m.

Of course, actual results may vary.

Times for the bus:

10:00 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

10:25 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on
Century Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:30 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet
outside by the Starbucks

10:45 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Hares: Camel and Lucia

Cost: now a cheap RMB160

We will take only one bus, and there are still a few spots left.
Please confirm if you want to go.

For those going, you might want to bring along some mosquito spray.
There are bugs in the shiggy.

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Taiping Hash, July 12

Excellent trails, stunning views, exotic boat excursions, and a
chance to experience the birthplace of Chinese porcelain in lovely
Shanglin Lake, Zhejiang province.

That is what the July Taiping Hash offers with a run starting near
the town of Cixi, which is near the town of Ningbo, which is across
the across Hangzhou Bay from Shanghai.

After arriving by first class coach, the group will sail by private
junk to the remote run start, located near protective kiln remains
that date back to the Tang (618-907) and Song (960-1279) dynasties.
The run site was just nominated as a Unesco World Heritage Site. Look
here: whc.unesco.org/en/tentativelists/5331/

Naturally an A to B run, the hares will take us along virgin trails
through the Kaolao Mountains, where the hillsides are now ripe with
the infamous Waxberry fruit of Cixi. Bring along wicker baskets and
pick juicy Waxberry's for the pre-circle party.

Easy access to this remote location was not possible until the recent
opening of the Hangzhou Bay Bridge, the 36-kilometer long sea bridge,
which is the world's longest. The run start is now only 2 hours from
busy Shanghai.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the Taiping Hash's first
run in Cixi, Zhejiang province.

The bash place will serve traditional Cixi food and plenty of ICE
COLD BEER.

Please respond if you wish to go. And please include your name.

The Details:

Date: Saturday, July 12

Location: Shanglin Lake, Zhejiang province.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 2 p.m. We plan to start the
bash by 5 p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10 p.m.

Of course, actual results may vary.

Times for the bus:

10:00 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

10:25 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on
Century Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:30 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet
outside by the Starbucks

10:45 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Hares: Camel and Lucia

Cost: now a cheap RMB160

Taiping Hash, July 12

Excellent trails, stunning views, exotic boat excursions, and a
chance to experience the birthplace of Chinese porcelain in lovely
Shanglin Lake, Zhejiang province.

That is what the July Taiping Hash offers with a run starting near
the town of Cixi, which is near the town of Ningbo, which is across
the across Hangzhou Bay from Shanghai.

After arriving by first class coach, the group will sail by private
junk to the remote run start, located near protective kiln remains
that date back to the Tang (618-907) and Song (960-1279) dynasties.
The run site was just nominated as a Unesco World Heritage Site. Look
here: whc.unesco.org/en/tentativelists/5331/

Naturally an A to B run, the hares will take us along virgin trails
through the Kaolao Mountains, where the hillsides are now ripe with
the infamous Waxberry fruit of Cixi. Bring along wicker baskets and
pick juicy Waxberry's for the pre-circle party.

Easy access to this remote location was not possible until the recent
opening of the Hangzhou Bay Bridge, the 36-kilometer long sea bridge,
which is the world's longest.  The run start is now only 2 hours from
busy Shanghai.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the Taiping Hash's first
run in Cixi, Zhejiang province.

The bash place will serve traditional Cixi food and plenty of ICE
COLD BEER.

Please respond if you wish to go. And please include your name.

The Details:

Date: Saturday, July 12

Location: Shanglin Lake, Zhejiang province.

Time: We estimate the run will start by 2 p.m. We plan to start the
bash by 5 p.m., leave by 7 p.m., and be back in Shanghai by 10 p.m.

Of course, actual results may vary.

Times for the bus:

10:00 a.m. Pudong, Jinqiao Starbucks, 633 Biyun Road, by Carrefour

10:25 a.m. Pudong, Lujiazui, Information Tower, the last bus stop on
Century Avenue before the Yan'an tunnel

10:30 a.m. Puxi, Portman Ritz Carlton, 1376 Nanjing Xi Road, meet
outside by the Starbucks

10:45 a.m. Hongqiao, The Grassy Knoll, Yan'an Road by Hongxu Road

Hares: Camel and Lucia

Cost: now a cheap RMB160