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Torjus (torjusg) has kindly offered to take 4 Bushcraft UK members fishing in Norway. This is a great opportunity for an experience to remember!
Payment will be 2000 NOK or about 170£. The trip lasts 10 days starting 01.07.2006 ending 10.07 Average pysical condition or better is required and Torjus will not take responsibility for your life or health. Fishing license is not included, but is very inexpensive about 17£ for a year.
This is from Torjus…
Netfishing
Linefishing (line with many hooks)
And possibly seine net fishing
You should also have a fishing rod as this is what we will use most of the time. We will do lots of bait-fishing and we'll sleep in a lavoo every night. I guarantee that you catch fish, but I don't guarantee for it's size, although we will be fishing in lakes with trout of 3-4 kilos.
We will fish every single day and live on whatever we catch as well as some moose meat and wild plants. Except from that, food is not covered and everyone should have some money for a backup supply of food.
As a sign of trust, payment will be done on arrival. Application is binding, but if anyone has to cancel, please tell me so I can book another person. Everyone will have to plan how to get to the destination by themselves, but I'll happily offer help. The place to look for is Fyresdal in Telemark county in Southern Norway.
Anyone interested contact Torjus (forum name - torjusg )
Enjoy yourself
Also would like to add that we may to alot of other primitive skills around the campfire. I can teach you knapping, making bows and arrows, cordage making etc.. And I also would appreciate if anyone could teach me how to do a proper fire by friction (having very inconsistent results). :) Got lots of antler to work with, both moose and reindeer.
If you have any questions, please ask away!
Torjus Gaaren
ilovemybed
19-01-2006, 09:55
Hi,
Sounds amazing! What's the nearest/most convenient airport so we might judge cost of flights etc.?
Neil
I would love to come on that, but I wont be able to make it in june :(
Torp airport is probably the cheapest and most convenient alternative.
http://www.torp.no/index.asp?lang=en
There are flights there from:
Glasgow
London
Newcastle
Liverpool etc...
I'll contact the bus-company on the what the bus will cost.
Edit: The bus costs 330 NOK one way. 495 NOK (about 42£) both ways.
Edit: Stuart, that would be July.....
Torjus Gaaren
Edit: Stuart, that would be July.....
sorry I meant july
Dave Barker
19-01-2006, 14:05
Hi,
Sounds amazing! What's the nearest/most convenient airport so we might judge cost of flights etc.?
Neil
go onto www.NORWEGIAN.no from stanstead to trondheim is about 70 quid return if you book early.
go onto www.NORWEGIAN.no from stanstead to trondheim is about 70 quid return if you book early.
To aviod any misunderstandings, the expediton is not to take place where I live, which is Trondheim. But much further south, where I come from. In Telemark county.
Torjus Gaaren
Dave Barker
19-01-2006, 14:18
In which case www.ryanair.com from stansted.
price might even be cheaper.!:)
ilovemybed
19-01-2006, 14:42
In which case www.ryanair.com from stansted.
price might even be cheaper.!:)
It's 49.99 each way at the moment but they might have a sale a bit closer to the time. The current cheap seats only seem to extend to March.
when are deposits or monies required by
when are deposits or monies required by
You pay on arrival.
Torjus Gaaren
just chatted with swimbo, book a place for me please tony & torjusg :You_Rock_
C_Claycomb
20-01-2006, 20:57
If there is still a place, can I come please?
I haven't fished for trout in some years, and always wanted to try doing so in something more interesting than a weekly stocked gravel pit!
Any chance of fly fishing? Not primitive, but can be a lot of fun too.
If there is still a place, can I come please?
I haven't fished for trout in some years, and always wanted to try doing so in something more interesting than a weekly stocked gravel pit!
Any chance of fly fishing? Not primitive, but can be a lot of fun too.
No problem at all. There will be plenty of time for that.
Edit: There are still two places left.
Torjus Gaaren
One thing. The location is pretty remote and buses doesn't go there very often. Because of that you have to add one day in every direction to make sure you will be in time when your plane leaves.
I will of course fix you a place to stay the extra nights you need. It will not cost you anything extra.
Please include me in your travelling plans. As most information on travelling around here is only offered in Norwegian, I think that would be helpful.
And if you wish me to put you in contact with eachother, in case you wish to travel together, again just ask.
Torjus Gaaren
Torjus,
I'd be keen to go (especially if I might be able to wet a fly-line).
My boss is away at present so I can't confirm for a day or two, but I'd be keen on a place if I can book provisionally, to confirm before end of this week.
If not, so be it.
PM sent on similar lines.
Regards,
Jim.
C_Claycomb
29-01-2006, 17:44
Thought I would post and bring this to the top again.
How are we doing for people? Who is coming :D
Torjus mailed me a map and proposed itinerary but there is a limit on what can be talked about until the number is made up. It looks like it could be a fantastic trip.
Hi Chris looks like just you and I from the uk :D
If someone is sitting on the fence and is uncertain, just ask whatever you like. Either here, by private messaging or by mail.
I can send you the maps if you want to see the route for yourself.
Torjus Gaaren
capacious
11-02-2006, 20:31
I would genuinely love to come on that trip, more than I could say. Unfortunately, I am a student and have £0.00 to spend on anything at the moment, which is a great shame because I reeeeeaalllly want to go. :(
Labrador
14-02-2006, 17:23
Hi,
fishing in the Telemark country, FANTASTIC!!!!!!!!
Unfortunately can't make it this year, other plans. If anyone is planning a trip in future years, you may have a booking from me!
I am sorry you can't come. It seems like I'll have to arrange something similar next year. :)
Torjus Gaaren
outdoorgirl
14-02-2006, 21:16
Please do! We are moving house this year so can't make plans for holidays, otherwise you'd have had two more booking! :sad6:
ODG
C_Claycomb
02-03-2006, 22:59
Ok, who has signed up?
I know we have Me, Elma, Angus Og, and........JimH?
Is that it?
I have been talking a little with Torjus and Angus ;) and reckon we could do with having an all-ways email or further discussion on here about travel, transport in-country, and stuff. Time is marching in a rather frightening manner and even someone as slow off the mark as me is thinking its time to start getting organised :lmao:
with you there Chris pm sent :D
Ok, who has signed up?
I know we have Me, Elma, Angus Og, and........JimH?
Is that it?
I have been talking a little with Torjus and Angus ;) and reckon we could do with having an all-ways email or further discussion on here about travel, transport in-country, and stuff. Time is marching in a rather frightening manner and even someone as slow off the mark as me is thinking its time to start getting organised :lmao:
JimH couldn't go and Angus Og hasn't yet confirmed that he is coming. But I agree that we should start do some more serious planning. Should I organise a chatroom and that we meet there?
This trip is not for profit and I will arrange it even if only the two of you are coming.
But may I ask for permission to try to fill up the remaining places with Norwegians if we aren't fully booked from bushcraft-uk by 15th March?
Torjus Gaaren
Angus Og
03-03-2006, 11:03
Count me in. :D
Very good, Iain! :)
Now we have got one from England, Wales and Scotland. :lmao: All we need is one from Northern Ireland............... :p
Torjus Gaaren
since I was the person who originally contacted torjusg and expressed an intrest in doing a fishing trip it have been increadably frustrating to know that I may be unable to make those dates :banghead:
however there is also a possiblity that I might be able to make it, the problem is that i may not know if i can make it or not untill the begining of june.
if somone does drop out though, or if there is still a place open in may/june when i know whats happening, I will endeavour to fill that place.
since I was the person who originally contacted torjusg and expressed an intrest in doing a fishing trip it have been increadably frustrating to know that I may be unable to make those dates :banghead:
however there is also a possiblity that I might be able to make it, the problem is that i may not know if i can make it or not untill the begining of june.
if somone does drop out though, or if there is still a place open in may/june when i know whats happening, I will endeavour to fill that place.
I'll see what i can do.
Torjus Gaaren
ilovemybed
03-03-2006, 12:44
Hi,
Is there still a place left? :sadwavey: It looks like I can make it if so! (If you'll have me! :p)
Cheers!
Neil
Hi,
Is there still a place left? :sadwavey: It looks like I can make it if so! (If you'll have me! :p)
Cheers!
Neil
Good, Neil!
Now all places are booked! :D
Torjus Gaaren
Angus Og
03-03-2006, 13:48
For those going on this trip you might want to think about getting one of these (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=5209834069&ssPageName=STRK:MEWN:IT) $6.90 posted to the UK. ;)
I just got one for fishing in the highlands very fine mesh it'll keep out the scottish midge.
ilovemybed
03-03-2006, 15:12
Here are the details of the flights I've just booked, which came in at the grand total of £40.25 from Ryanair. If you haven't booked yet, there are plenty of really cheap fares. Fly out on the preceding thursday (29th June) and you'll only pay 19p plus tax!
Going Out - All times are local
From London Stansted (STN) to Oslo Torp Sandefjord (TRF)
Friday, 30 Jun 06 Flight 34
Depart London Stansted (STN) 06:30
Arrive Oslo Torp Sandefjord (TRF) 09:25
Coming Back - All times are local
From Oslo Torp Sandefjord (TRF) to London Stansted (STN) Web fare
Tuesday, 11 Jul 06 Flight 39
Depart Oslo Torp Sandefjord (TRF) 22:10
Arrive London Stansted (STN) 23:05
Beware that Ryanair will try to charge you £35 exces baggage if your fishing rod is too "bulky". Not sure what defines "bulky" though...
Here are the details of the flights I've just booked, which came in at the grand total of £40.25 from Ryanair. If you haven't booked yet, there are plenty of really cheap fares. Fly out on the preceding thursday (29th June) and you'll only pay 19p plus tax!
Going Out - All times are local
From London Stansted (STN) to Oslo Torp Sandefjord (TRF)
Friday, 30 Jun 06 Flight 34
Depart London Stansted (STN) 06:30
Arrive Oslo Torp Sandefjord (TRF) 09:25
Coming Back - All times are local
From Oslo Torp Sandefjord (TRF) to London Stansted (STN) Web fare
Tuesday, 11 Jul 06 Flight 39
Depart Oslo Torp Sandefjord (TRF) 22:10
Arrive London Stansted (STN) 23:05
Beware that Ryanair will try to charge you £35 exces baggage if your fishing rod is too "bulky". Not sure what defines "bulky" though...
How are you planning to get to the airport, parking charges are very expensive.
do anyone know of cheap parking around stanstead
cheers
Ian
C_Claycomb
03-03-2006, 22:13
Well, I am not exactly close, Stansted is about 47 miles away, but I do have somewhere pretty safe to leave a car, and a spare room that while not the Ritz, will do for a night if anyone wants to break their journey in Hemel.
I was thinking that Ian might consider joining forces and for us to go in one car then split the costs?
That early departure is pretty brutal. I don't know how long the bus ride is after we get to Torp. Torjus made it sound like it was l...o...n...g, but the map makes it look like only 350-400km? I was wondering if it might be possible to catch the slightly later flight from Stansted at 10:50, arriving Torp 13:45?
Well, I am not exactly close, Stansted is about 47 miles away, but I do have somewhere pretty safe to leave a car, and a spare room that while not the Ritz, will do for a night if anyone wants to break their journey in Hemel.
I was thinking that Ian might consider joining forces and for us to go in one car then split the costs?
That early departure is pretty brutal. I don't know how long the bus ride is after we get to Torp. Torjus made it sound like it was l...o...n...g, but the map makes it look like only 350-400km? I was wondering if it might be possible to catch the slightly later flight from Stansted at 10:50, arriving Torp 13:45?
It is not THAT long, but there is a lot of waiting involved when changing buses.
Torjus Gaaren
I was thinking that Ian might consider joining forces and for us to go in one car then split the costs?
You not got any Mates that can drop you off? A few quid to one of them would be a lot cheaper...
Angus Og
04-03-2006, 11:36
The only thing about using Ryanair is there baggage allowance.
http://www.ryanair.com/site/EN/faqs.php?sect=bag&quest=baggageallowance
Looks like I can get a flight from Prestwick for £13.00. My biggest problem will be getting back on the 11 July. As Ryanair only fly to Prestwick on Mondays and Thursday it seems.
My msn email address is in my personal profile.
Well, I am not exactly close, Stansted is about 47 miles away, but I do have somewhere pretty safe to leave a car, and a spare room that while not the Ritz, will do for a night if anyone wants to break their journey in Hemel.
I was thinking that Ian might consider joining forces and for us to go in one car then split the costs?
That early departure is pretty brutal. I don't know how long the bus ride is after we get to Torp. Torjus made it sound like it was l...o...n...g, but the map makes it look like only 350-400km? I was wondering if it might be possible to catch the slightly later flight from Stansted at 10:50, arriving Torp 13:45?
no problem there Chris we will have to coordinate flights etc, also what kind of fishing do we intend doing as weight is a problem for both the flight and we have to carry it when we get there it is pointless doubling up on kit :rolleyes:
Ian. :D
You not got any Mates that can drop you off? A few quid to one of them would be a lot cheaper...
Tony may be right, if you know of someone who could drop us off and pick us up I'd gladly compensate them for their time and fuel
aaaaarrrrrgh :banghead: :banghead: too late, hope you guys have a great time!
torgus if you do organise another on next year could i baggsies a place please
fishing in norway has always been a dream of mine,to say i'm gutted to have mist this one would be an understatment :sadwavey:
cheers,halo
(paul)
aaaaarrrrrgh :banghead: :banghead: too late, hope you guys have a great time!
torgus if you do organise another on next year could i baggsies a place please
fishing in norway has always been a dream of mine,to say i'm gutted to have mist this one would be an understatment :sadwavey:
cheers,halo
(paul)
Sorry about that Paul. If I have the time I will organise another trip next year.
Torjus Gaaren
Sorry about that Paul. If I have the time I will organise another trip next year.
Torjus Gaaren
torjus,there's no need to appolagise i should log on more often,and maybe i would'nt missout. :rolleyes:
as for the guys going wondering about what tackle to take,my choice would be
a #7 fly rod and a small spining outfit these would see you right for most situations.imho
anyway guys have fun and be safe
halo
ilovemybed
06-03-2006, 10:06
Well, I am not exactly close, Stansted is about 47 miles away, but I do have somewhere pretty safe to leave a car, and a spare room that while not the Ritz, will do for a night if anyone wants to break their journey in Hemel.
I was thinking that Ian might consider joining forces and for us to go in one car then split the costs?
That early departure is pretty brutal. I don't know how long the bus ride is after we get to Torp. Torjus made it sound like it was l...o...n...g, but the map makes it look like only 350-400km? I was wondering if it might be possible to catch the slightly later flight from Stansted at 10:50, arriving Torp 13:45?
Hi Guys,
I wasn't sure about timings but like Torjus said it was a long bus journey and I thought some extra time in Norway and increased chance of catching the bus was worth more than extra time in bed. I know that might be considered heresy, esp. considering my username, but me and the bed have spent enough quality time together.... Also, it doesn't feel like a holiday if you can just crawl out the pit and saunter to the airport - it has to involve panicking and early morning taxi rides to make it feel genuine. I live 20 miles from Stansted so it's not too difficult to get there for that time.
I do know somewhere you can park near Stansted long term for free - it will involve a taxi ride of about £7 to the terminal. It's not 100% guaranteed but PM me if you're interested and I'll give you details.
Fishing kit wise I've got a #7-8 fly rod and was going to scrounge a telescopic spinner from somewhere. I was thinking about how to carry such a gawky item as a fishing rod on the hike- perhaps find a hollow pole which could store the rod and double as a walking stick - any ideas?
Also, I was asking Torjus about taking sharps (eg. axe/knife) over on the flight. He was fairly sure that it wouldn't be a problem. Anyone got any experience doing that from before? Do we need to register that kind of thing? (Bet Ryanair would find a way of charging for it...) If it's a problem I figure we could just each throw some money into a pot and get a communal axe and any other bits and pieces once we're over there. What do you all think?
Hi Guys,
I wasn't sure about timings but like Torjus said it was a long bus journey and I thought some extra time in Norway and increased chance of catching the bus was worth more than extra time in bed. I know that might be considered heresy, esp. considering my username, but me and the bed have spent enough quality time together.... Also, it doesn't feel like a holiday if you can just crawl out the pit and saunter to the airport - it has to involve panicking and early morning taxi rides to make it feel genuine. I live 20 miles from Stansted so it's not too difficult to get there for that time.
I do know somewhere you can park near Stansted long term for free - it will involve a taxi ride of about £7 to the terminal. It's not 100% guaranteed but PM me if you're interested and I'll give you details.
Fishing kit wise I've got a #7-8 fly rod and was going to scrounge a telescopic spinner from somewhere. I was thinking about how to carry such a gawky item as a fishing rod on the hike- perhaps find a hollow pole which could store the rod and double as a walking stick - any ideas?
Also, I was asking Torjus about taking sharps (eg. axe/knife) over on the flight. He was fairly sure that it wouldn't be a problem. Anyone got any experience doing that from before? Do we need to register that kind of thing? (Bet Ryanair would find a way of charging for it...) If it's a problem I figure we could just each throw some money into a pot and get a communal axe and any other bits and pieces once we're over there. What do you all think?
I was thinking, maybe I should see if my father can spare an axe. I am pretty sure he has one extra we could bring along.
About summer tables, I have checked. There is no change. Give me your time of arrival at Torp and I'll check bustimes, correspondance and time of travelling.
And the buses stop 10kms from where we will spend the first night so you will have to walk a little................. :)
Just kidding, we will pick you up as you arrive, even if it isn't at the same time.
Torjus Gaaren
hi guys,ilovemybed how many sections does your fly rod have and how long is it?
might have a solution for you!
halo
ilovemybed
06-03-2006, 14:15
Hi Halo,
It's 2 section rod, 4 or 5 feet long each. (can't remember if it's a 9.5 or 10 footer)
What do you have in mind?
I was thinking it might be a good excuse to buy a 5 or 6 section poacher's rod but I've never used one before so don't know if I'd have to really fork out for a good one. Also, the rod I've got doesn't get used enough so buying another seems a bit excessive!
hia mate i was going to suggest one of these:http://www.bushcraftuk.com/community/attachment.php?attachmentid=59 6&stc=1,i have one it's 40" and only cost £8.99 from www.troutfishing.co.uk i also bought a 3pce 9'6" #7/8 leeda mayfly fly rod too
there on offer at the moment for £22.99,hope these are some use to you oh and i can get 2 or 3 rods in the tub depending what they are.
i'm still jellous :) :)
halo
About the axe. I asked my father, he can lend us an extra one. So unless any of you are planning on doing a lot of chopping, two axes should be enough for our every day purposes. Better to share than for everyone to carry everything around.
When it comes to knives, I have this idea that I'll try not use any metal knives during this trip. Only carry it with me just in case. I am playing with the thought of only using my currently unfinished antler axe. :cool:
By the way, you shouldn't have any extra of that fine English flint laying around do you? :naughty:
Torjus Gaaren
C_Claycomb
06-03-2006, 19:53
Soooo...If we have any spare baggage weight left, you want us to bring you some rocks? :rolleyes: :D :lmao:
Great link Halo! :You_Rock_ Very tempted by some of that gear.
Angus Og
06-03-2006, 22:29
The saw pictures I spoke about in the email.
http://img460.imageshack.us/img460/4918/img00334as.th.jpg (http://img460.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img00334as.jpg)ht tp://img447.imageshack.us/img447/6408/img00246vj.th.jpg (http://img447.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img00246vj.jpg)
Click on them to enlarge.
Since someone has cancelled there is still a place open if anyone is interested. :)
Torjus Gaaren
As our trip is drawing closer, I would remind you all that there still is a place open. :)
Torjus Gaaren
I realise that my post is of no use to you now but I would be very interested if you plan a similar trip next year...
I was at a place called Herrefoss last year in Bø i Telemark and it was superb. Those people going are in for a good time, that's for sure. The scenery and fishing possibilities there are excellent, mix in some bushcraft and it sounds perfect!
This year I'm off for a bit of sea fishing in Bergen so that's my fishing holiday for this year.
So, hope to hear from you next year...
Skitt fiske!
Hei Gravo
I have something in mind for next year as well. It will be very different and much longer (about a month in the autumn). This year, we will mainly do fishing and be a little more comfy. I am thinking of a hunting/trapping/fishing/foraging expedition next year with more participants.
It will be a primitive living expedition, with selfreliance as the main idea. Of course, because of legalities involved, we will use guns for hunting.
That will be a far more ambitious project, but I think I will pull it together. It is not guaranteed at this point though.
If this sounds interesting, I can tell you right now that any participants this year will have priority next year. :naughty:
Torjus Gaaren
I am probably pushing it marketing wise here, but this is a good one. :D
A bear has been seen in an area we will be passing through on our trip. I will of course neither guarantee nor do I believe that we will see it. Still, I bet not too many of you have been in an area where there is a (slim) chance of seeing a bear.
For all of those interested in predators, did I mention that lynxes are also quite common. Not commonly seen though.
Torjus Gaaren
Hi torjusg
That sounds very interesting I've never seen bear or lynx in the wild.
could you give an update on who's going?
regards
Ian
Hi Ian
The ones booked are:
You
Neil (ilovemybed)
Chris (Chris_Claycomb)
So if you happen to know anyone that may be interested there is still a place open. ;)
Torjus Gaaren
Hows everyone getting on prepping forr the trip not long to go now
ilovemybed
19-05-2006, 08:39
Pretty excited! Been trying to get as much casting in as possible to blow away four years of cobwebs, and off to the Woodsmoke Woodlander course this weekend to learn a little more about our favourite hobby of rubbing sticks together and the like!
Did you guys get your flight sorted? Which one did you get in the end?
C_Claycomb
19-05-2006, 22:23
Got the flights sorted:
From London Stansted(STN) to Torp Oslo(TRF)
Fri, 30Jun06 Flight FR036 Depart STN at 10:50 and arrive TRF at 13:45
From Torp Oslo(TRF) to London Stansted(STN)
Tue, 11Jul06 Flight FR037 Depart TRF at 14:10 and arrive STN at 15:05
I am slowly working my way through what stuff I have, and what odd bits I need to get before departure. I have my maps on order, eventually.
Hehe, I haven't cast in a long while, and don't really have anywhere to practice, so that is going to have to take care of itself!
What are you guys planning to do for food? While we are going on a fishing trip, every single source I have consulted, human, printed, or electronic, reckons that you are asking for trouble if you count on catching stuff as part of your food plan.
Labrador
17-06-2006, 10:51
Wish I could come!
Unfortunately could'nt make this year although I'd be interested in future trips.
Anyone who still needs a fly rod may like to look at the one linked below,
http://fish.shimano-eu.com/catalog/fish/products/group_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Ef older_id=2534374302036959&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474 395181399&bmUID=1150537472927
I bought one last year for a trip to Canada & I found it to be great. An8.5ft #6 river rod + a 9.5ft #7 stillwater rod what more could you ask for, & it casts really well!
Tight lines & have a great time,
:beerchug:
ilovemybed
20-06-2006, 15:13
Well boys, it seems that it's only a couple of weeks until we head off!
So, I beginning to focus on what to bring…
I reckon it's worthwhile to put up a kit list here for scrutiny and peer review. So, here is my planned list in all its glory. Please feel free to suggest improvements.
I thought I'd break it down into the main requirements:
Shelter/sleeping:
Sleeping Bag
Thermarest
(Does the Lavvu have a ground sheet or should I think about something to protect me and my sleeping bag from the crud on the ground like a bivvy bag?)
Wooly night cap
Fire:
Lighters and Matches
Fire steel
Water
2x water bottles
Eating:
Steel cup and bowl
Cutlery
Swedish trangia pans (coz I haven't got a zebra billy)
Powdered sauces
Home made camp bread mix
Cured meats
Rice, pulses
Pasta
Dried fruit
Tea Bags
Powdered milk.
Porridge
Pan scourer
Clothing:
Shorts
Waterproof trousers
Merino wool sweater
T shirts
Socks and Undies
Spare lightweight shoes
Waterproof jacket
Fishing:
Telescopic spinner rod and reel
Fly rod, reel, floating & sinking lines, tippet
Lures for both
Blank hooks, split shot and floats for bait fishing
Tools:
Folding saw
Swiss army Knife (for the bottle opener ;))
Fixed blade knife
Sharpening stone
On me:
Sturdy trousers
Hiking boots
Lightweight shirt
Wicking t-shirt
Hat
Other
Spare plastic bags for rubbish etc.
Wash kit & towel
Sun cream
Loo Roll (just in case…)
Cord
Goodies from Duty Free (we're allowed up to 2 litres of spirits, aren't we?)
PASSPORT!!!!
I offered to bring a large rectangular cooking pot with a lid that can be used as a frying pan. Do we need it?
What other "Group Kit" might we find useful?
C_Claycomb
20-06-2006, 16:54
You pretty much beat me to this. I have been wondering about this kind of thing for the last couple of days!
Since we are down to four, I think that we could probably manage with one small pot each, and not worry about your big rectangular job. It would undoubtedly still be efficient, but with an even number the smaller pots will work. A 12cm Zebra holds enough of whatever for two.
Other group kit that comes to mind would be axe and saw. I think that Torjus said he has an axe, Elma has his GB Hunters axe, and I have a GB SFA. The latter two probably work out as weighing about 1kg (my SFA comes in at 2.25lb). I am pretty comfortable using the SFA, have had it for a few years now and reckon it’s a better wood tool than the Hunter Axe, from the handle design. If the SFA is a lighter option than the axe Torjus had in mind, I will bring it, that is, as long as Elma doesn’t desperately want to try his out ;) Certainly if Elma takes his I won’t take mine, there is no need for more than two axes, and no need at all for them both to get flown in :D
A folding bow saw would be good, but failing that, I have my little Bahco Laplander. I think a couple of saws would be good, but I am not worried if it is mine, or someone elses.
Here is my list. I have nearly everything weighed, which is as much for my own information as it is for keeping weight down on this trip. I still have a few bits to sort out, like I haven’t got a rod tube yet, and am not 100% sure of the food I am bringing. I am going shopping tonight, so should have some things sorted by tomorrow.
Sabre 60-100
Pockets and yoke - day sack/carry on
Sleeping bag Softie 6
Stuff sack
Hammock,
Tent pegs 4, steel
Hex Fly
Under quilt - something to try
Ridgerest
Plastic ground sheet (black polythene)
Plastic bags
Bag liners 3 off
Paramo coat
Kiwi trousers
Other kiwi trousers (travel pair)
Rain trousers
Paramo Pull-on
Paramo Shirt
Merrino blend shirt
T-shirts- Merrino
T-shirts- Peter Storm coolmax
Boots
Socks Bridgedale
Socks HZ
Socks liners x 3 pair
Belt
Guide hat - wide brim
Fleece Hat
Silk longs
Underwear 3 pairs - not sure yet…
Midge head net
Saw - laplander??
RSKMk1
SAK
Belt knife
SFA - ??
Paracord + string
Fire kit
Compass - small
Maps
Head lamp - tikka XP
spare batteries
Note book+pencil
Sharpening kit
Packs of tissue 10 off - don't trust moss.
First aid kit
DEET
Pyrethrum - been asked to try this stuff :rolleyes:
Sun block
Sun glasses
Shamag
Wash kit pouch
Wash kit
Camera Mu2
Gloves???
Billy can
Large steel bowl
Steel spoon,
Stainless mug
Drom-lite - 2ltre
Aquapure filter bottle
Fishing reel
Fishing lures
Fishing rod
rod tube
Food
Oat cereal
cous cous
instant tea
seasonings
dry meat
powdered soup
stock cubes
Well boys, it seems that it's only a couple of weeks until we head off!
So, I beginning to focus on what to bring…
I reckon it's worthwhile to put up a kit list here for scrutiny and peer review. So, here is my planned list in all its glory. Please feel free to suggest improvements.
I thought I'd break it down into the main requirements:
Shelter/sleeping:
Sleeping Bag
Thermarest
(Does the Lavvu have a ground sheet or should I think about something to protect me and my sleeping bag from the crud on the ground like a bivvy bag?)
Wooly night cap
Fire:
Lighters and Matches
Fire steel
Water
2x water bottles
Eating:
Steel cup and bowl
Cutlery
Swedish trangia pans (coz I haven't got a zebra billy)
Powdered sauces
Home made camp bread mix
Cured meats
Rice, pulses
Pasta
Dried fruit
Tea Bags
Powdered milk.
Porridge
Pan scourer
Clothing:
Shorts
Waterproof trousers
Merino wool sweater
T shirts
Socks and Undies
Spare lightweight shoes
Waterproof jacket
Fishing:
Telescopic spinner rod and reel
Fly rod, reel, floating & sinking lines, tippet
Lures for both
Blank hooks, split shot and floats for bait fishing
Tools:
Folding saw
Swiss army Knife (for the bottle opener ;))
Fixed blade knife
Sharpening stone
On me:
Sturdy trousers
Hiking boots
Lightweight shirt
Wicking t-shirt
Hat
Other
Spare plastic bags for rubbish etc.
Wash kit & towel
Sun cream
Loo Roll (just in case…)
Cord
Goodies from Duty Free (we're allowed up to 2 litres of spirits, aren't we?)
PASSPORT!!!!
I offered to bring a large rectangular cooking pot with a lid that can be used as a frying pan. Do we need it?
What other "Group Kit" might we find useful?
Seems good, but I have done a few adjustments:
- The lavvo doesn't have a ground sheet, but I will only use branches. The choice is yours :)
- I would make that water bottle number 1 as safe water is found everywhere.
- I am not sure about the spirits, but I think the new regulations say 2 litres yes (the old one said 1).
You pretty much beat me to this. I have been wondering about this kind of thing for the last couple of days!
Since we are down to four, I think that we could probably manage with one small pot each, and not worry about your big rectangular job. It would undoubtedly still be efficient, but with an even number the smaller pots will work. A 12cm Zebra holds enough of whatever for two.
Other group kit that comes to mind would be axe and saw. I think that Torjus said he has an axe, Elma has his GB Hunters axe, and I have a GB SFA. The latter two probably work out as weighing about 1kg (my SFA comes in at 2.25lb). I am pretty comfortable using the SFA, have had it for a few years now and reckon it’s a better wood tool than the Hunter Axe, from the handle design. If the SFA is a lighter option than the axe Torjus had in mind, I will bring it, that is, as long as Elma doesn’t desperately want to try his out ;) Certainly if Elma takes his I won’t take mine, there is no need for more than two axes, and no need at all for them both to get flown in :D
A folding bow saw would be good, but failing that, I have my little Bahco Laplander. I think a couple of saws would be good, but I am not worried if it is mine, or someone elses.
Here is my list. I have nearly everything weighed, which is as much for my own information as it is for keeping weight down on this trip. I still have a few bits to sort out, like I haven’t got a rod tube yet, and am not 100% sure of the food I am bringing. I am going shopping tonight, so should have some things sorted by tomorrow.
Sabre 60-100
Pockets and yoke - day sack/carry on
Sleeping bag Softie 6
Stuff sack
Hammock,
Tent pegs 4, steel
Hex Fly
Under quilt - something to try
Ridgerest
Plastic ground sheet (black polythene)
Plastic bags
Bag liners 3 off
Paramo coat
Kiwi trousers
Other kiwi trousers (travel pair)
Rain trousers
Paramo Pull-on
Paramo Shirt
Merrino blend shirt
T-shirts- Merrino
T-shirts- Peter Storm coolmax
Boots
Socks Bridgedale
Socks HZ
Socks liners x 3 pair
Belt
Guide hat - wide brim
Fleece Hat
Silk longs
Underwear 3 pairs - not sure yet…
Midge head net
Saw - laplander??
RSKMk1
SAK
Belt knife
SFA - ??
Paracord + string
Fire kit
Compass - small
Maps
Head lamp - tikka XP
spare batteries
Note book+pencil
Sharpening kit
Packs of tissue 10 off - don't trust moss.
First aid kit
DEET
Pyrethrum - been asked to try this stuff :rolleyes:
Sun block
Sun glasses
Shamag
Wash kit pouch
Wash kit
Camera Mu2
Gloves???
Billy can
Large steel bowl
Steel spoon,
Stainless mug
Drom-lite - 2ltre
Aquapure filter bottle
Fishing reel
Fishing lures
Fishing rod
rod tube
Food
Oat cereal
cous cous
instant tea
seasonings
dry meat
powdered soup
stock cubes
Your kit seems a little bit on the large side and there is a number of things there I would have removed. But otherwise ok.
I was planning that we take a sauna at least one day (make one quickly with the lavvo tarp) to get a little dirt off. In regards to that I will at least be taking with me one towel for drying after the plunge in the lake. :D
Torjus Gaaren
ilovemybed
21-06-2006, 09:51
Hey, Torjus, Do you think you could give us an idea of what you think the weather will be like?
What are the normal extremes for this time of year?
Cheers,
Neil
C_Claycomb
21-06-2006, 10:19
There are undboutedly things on there that I will remove when I actually see it all in a pile! :lmao:
Hey, Torjus, Do you think you could give us an idea of what you think the weather will be like?
What are the normal extremes for this time of year?
Cheers,
Neil
Hmmm.... It can snow and quite often do around 1st of July (on the peaks that is). It can be frost over 1000m altitude, but it is not every day. In the terrain we will spend most time in I will assume a low of 3C and a likely high of let's say 22C.
The weather has been very good for quite a while now, so it wouldn' surprise me if it starts raining when we are going. :rolleyes:
Torjus Gaaren
[QUOTE=torjusg]Hmmm.... It can snow and quite often do around 1st of July (on the peaks that is). It can be frost over 1000m altitude, but it is not every day. In the terrain we will spend most time in I will assume a low of 3C and a likely high of let's say 22C.
Snow in july
:rolleyes: a picture of me on roycroft snow shoes in july now thats something to show the boys in work :D
Ian
hardyferret
02-12-2006, 20:43
Iam very interested please let me know if a place still open and full cost and deposit etc
Regards Jerry
hardyferret
02-12-2006, 20:47
So I now get crowned king of the muppets....
thought the date said 2007....
sorry hope you all had a good time any stories etc
DEAD JEALOUS
Jerry :(
Iam very interested please let me know if a place still open and full cost and deposit etc
Regards Jerry
Sorry, but the trip was this summer. :lmao:
I have written a little about the trip we had on my blog if anyone is interested. I used many of your photos Chris and Ian, but I hope that is ok.
Fishing Expedition 2006 (http://torjusgaaren.blogspot.com/2006/12/fishing-expedition-2006.html)