Friday, October 13, 2006

Run Guidelines

Run Guidelines (there are no rules)
· Choose a well lit, low traffic area that is accessible by skytrain (BTS) or underground (MRT).
· Send the On Sec, Whoremonger directions to the run at least 10 days before the hash so that he may publicize the run and prepare the coolers.
· Plan to start the run at 18:30 and keep the time to about 1 hour.
· Use heavy clumps of flour, paper and white or yellow chalk liberally so that markings can easily be seen in the dark.
· Place markings approx. 10 m apart. Chances are good that some of your markings will be covered by parked cars, markets, cleaning crews, shadows as the evening progresses. In some places, markings at eye level (i.e. cement posts) may be more visible than on the ground. A night recce is recommended to see what the area looks like after dark.
· Try to place markings on the same side of the street so that a regular pattern can be followed by the hounds.
· Try to keep the pack together with plenty of checks marked with an X. The first marking should be 30-50 metres after the check. This helps the runners stay together and not become scattered in the darkness and noises of the night.
· Avoid setting checks in busy roads or intersections as hounds will not hear the "OnOn" call.
· Consider using public transportation, i.e. skytrain, boats, a water/beer stop or a live hare run to make the evening interesting.
· The Full Moon Hash is a social run. OnOnOns are at the discretion of the Hare. The piss, water and pop is organized by Whoremonger or one of his appointees. A light meal (i.e. sandwiches, pizza, chicken, fruit, potato crisps) at the On In site is usually provided by the Hare. Hash Cash will pay for nibbles up to a reasonable amount. However if a full OnOnOn is planned the costs should be divided among the participants. BFMH3 supports Noriega's Bar at the end of Silom Soi 4 and will set runs from here or return here frequently.