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: One or two members get a head start to lay a trail using flour, chalk, or paper.

Known affectionately as a "drinking club with a running problem," MVH3 is one of the premier "kennels" in the D.C. area, blending non-competitive trail running with social revelry and a deep-seated love for cold beer. What is "Hashing"? mount-vernon-hash-house-harriers

If you have ever spotted a group of people sprinting through a Northern Virginia park wearing mismatched socks, tutus, or perhaps even a red dress, while shouting "On-On!" at the top of their lungs—congratulations, you’ve witnessed the in their natural habitat. : One or two members get a head

: The run ends with a social gathering where "sinners" are called out for infractions (like wearing new shoes), beer is consumed, and "naughty" songs are sung. Why MVH3 Stands Out What is "Hashing"

Founded in December 1985, the Mount Vernon Hash House Harriers have been a staple of the Northern Virginia social scene for nearly 40 years. While some hashes can be a bit rugged, the MVH3 kennel pride themselves on being:

You don't need an invitation to run with MVH3—you just need a sense of humor and a pair of shoes you don't mind getting muddy.