Things You'll Need:
- Old sneakers
- Long pants/jogging pants
- Dry pair of socks
- Water
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Step 1
Avoid drinking too many beers at the start. Most hashers will pound down several beers before even running. Don't make that mistake, it will come back to haunt you.
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Step 2
Stay in the middle of the pack to start, even if you are a really fast runner. Most hares lay the worst parts of their trails near the starting spot. By staying in the middle, you can avoid running too far on false trails or on countbacks.
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Step 3
Think at intersections. Most hashers will simply follow the pack down a bad trail. Look around you and think about spots that the hares might have gone through that aren't as bad looking. Chances are you will find a true or better trail that way.
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Step 4
Keep the pack in visual sight. There is nothing worse than getting separated from the pack because you were looking for a back way to the beer. That can lead you to running a lot more than you planned.
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Step 5
Limit yourself to one beer at the stops. This can be tough because your body will be dehydrated.
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Step 6
Watch for law enforcement. Cops have been known to chase down hashers. The trick is to outrun them by always looking for escape routes.
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Step 7
Avoid common circle mistakes. Circle is when everyone lines up at the end to sing and finish the beers. Don't wear a hat or say something too silly.
