This week's run
On On to one of the best Hash Chapters in the world: Hanoi Hash House Harriers.
Who
The Hanoi Hash is a run / walk where old and young, quick and slow can do some exercise and sightseeing and have fun on a Saturday afternoon. Participants call themselves the Hanoi Hash House Harriers. There is no membership, just show up on a Saturday.
What
The runs are set with dots of flour and are generally around 2 hours. A beer stop and hash-holds are normally part of the run.
Where
Most runs are set within one and a half hour drive from Hanoi. It is a great opportunity to see something of the country side and daily life in small Vietnamese villages.
A bus leaves from the corner of Hai Ba Trung and Ngo Quyen close to the American club. Check the run directions for exceptions.
When
Every Saturday, rain or shine. Run starts normally at 15:00. The bus leaves from our departure point (see above) at 13:30 sharp in those cases. Check the run direction for exceptions.
After
Runs are followed by an On On, an informal and sweaty dinner somewhere in Hanoi.
How much
150,000 VND. First-timers on our Hash, add 50,000 VND but present included.
Children less than 5 years: free
First kid (12 and below) 50,000 VND. The rest 150,000 each, per family or group
Hashers who come with their own vehicles and their passengers: 100,000 VND