As you all know our year started off with an above average annual rainfall which left our animals very happy, and some European guests not.In September this year we had a feld fire, due to an electrical short with the Nampower cable. We lost 1400 ha grazing, but were blessed in the sense, that the game camp was not affected.

We said farewell to family Hellmich… and welcomed our new P-Rockers: Marion and Tommy Hall. They are both born and bred in Namibia. Tommy’s sea of Namibian knowledge already proofed to be great entertainment to our guests. Tommy obtained his expert knowledge, during his years in Nature Conservation, doing research on many species such as Elephants, Zebras, Wild horses to name but a few. To top that off he is a big game hunter and we will now be able to offer big game- and concession hunts, to those of you who are interested. (Quotes on request.) Being a board member of Namibian Professional Hunters organization (NAPHA), he can also assist with expert legal advise with regards to hunting.

Not only did we get new people… Chantal (our only ostrich for a long time) got 8 new friends. The funny thing is, that she still does not believe she is that ugly, thus did not join the group yet. Our new Eland and Kudu bulls will add value to our trophy quality as they are all coming from the Northern region, known for the size of their trophies.

Panorama Rock had an African Baptizing on the farm, and little Marleen is now an initiated Namibian. Baptized under a Camelthorn tree, wearing leather clothing, enjoying a Bushman fondue and a Herero – cake, made this one of the more unique experiences at Panorama Rock.

During this year, we were also honored by the visit of Tamme Hanken and his wife, who produced one of his TV episodes with our P-Rock Friesians. We all had a leisurely day eating and drinking with friends and neighbors, whilst Tamme and the film team were busy treating horses. Tamme’s unbelievable knowledge of alternative methods in medicine, was mind boggling! Those of you, who want to read more on this topic view www.tamme-hanken.de.

The Jensen family are all doing very well. Bergran went to school this year, and does his best to enjoy it. After Søren’s fall at an Enduro event in Karabib, he recovered well. The lodge got a new VW bus, to comfortably transport our guests.Our Game camp extension of a 1000 hectar has been completed. Not only an advantage to the hunters, as, horse riding amongst the game is now a reality.Watch the website for photos of our new swimming pool, which will be completed soon.