Shimwansa

I have been hashing a long time, probably longer than most currently active hashers. One club I have heard about for many years, and have always wanted to get to was the Lusaka H3 in Zambia. Today was the day. Our merry band of prelubers (for PAN AFRICA HASH) from all over the world, rode a bus up from Zimbabwe yesterday, and prepared to take on this opportunity.

I was all prepared to set a trail in the city near the hotel, but my last minute plea to the Lusaka hash resulted in a most generous offer to host us . . . they sent a bus to pick us up, set the trail an hour outside the city, prepared a whole buffet dinner on site, and treated us to an awesome circle and evening of fun. Right from the start when we offloaded from the bus, we could tell this was going to be a good day. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming, and made us feel right at home.

Once all 30 hashers had assembled, it was on out for trail, which was 5 kms of good old single track dirt trails through the countryside. The trail was most excellent, on rolling hills and through scrub brush, and eventually wound its way back to home base. Beer was immediately flowing from the makeshift bar, and smiles were on every face. After numerous beers had been consumed, we circled up for the usual entertainment, and we enjoyed all the fun. Then, when the Swing Low had faded off into the darkness, the food line opened up and our bellies were filled with BBQ beef, chicken, and sausages, along with an assortment of salads and rolls.

Once completely sated, we stood around and chatted for another hour and laughed . . . but then it was time to say goodbye. Many thanks to the Lusaka H3 for hosting us on this special Tuesday trail, we all had a great time.Read more