Hammocks

African Reading Hammock

Hammocks are 4.5 feet wide and 12 feet long. We have found this size to be the most ideal and comfortable.

The symbol on the wooden stretcher is the sleeping Tortoise a revered animal in Karamoja Culture.

We are in the proccess of training some of the Karamoja from the Ghettos in Kampala.

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A cool place to relax

African Reading Hammock

In our hot African climate the Hammock is the perfect place to be. Safely off the ground away from those bugs and in the cool refreshing air.

Ideal for: reading, listening to music or the radio, for a general feeling of well being and for gaining inspiration.

The African Reading Hammock is made from natural materials found here in Uganda. The rope is woven from the very strong fibres of the Sisal plant which grows abundantly in East Africa. In Karamojaland Sisal is also used for such crafts as; delicate wig making, rope for cattle and twine for roof construction.

Making the Sisel Rope

A Karamoja man cuts Sisel from near his Village in Lokopo, he then washes, twists and begins to plat the fibres to make rope.

History of the Hammock

The idea of the Hammock spread from the Americas roughly 500 years ago with the first international traders. It was quickly adopted and modified by different nations around the world, each one creating their own design and decoration. In East Africa the early Hammocks were often reserved just for the Chiefs and important people.

Tying up your Hammock

Find 2 strong trees or posts. Remembering they will have to hold your weight. Tie Hammock so it is taught and not too saggy, this will create a firmer place to lie.

Relaxing into your Hammock

Looking after your Hammock