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It looks as though there are a fair few people around this neck of the woods - Andylaser, Lithril, Blankfisherman, possibly Bushwackerscott, myself...
Anyone fancy getting together one evening in a pub? I realise it is indoors and everything, but we could slum it... :-D Doesn't even have to be in Southampton, there are some nice pubs about that don't feel the need to have bouncers on the door.
Sounds good to me, was thinking a similar thing the other day. If Southamptons too busy, we could always go to somewhere like the Red Shoot in the Forest?
Hi.
As Southampton is a mere 30ish miles away. I would be happy to turn up if thats ok.
I was in the New Forest today great time.
I'm occasionally found lurking in W Sussex and Hants too.
bushwacker bob
02-05-2004, 01:04
sounds good to me too! good venue could be the hampshire bowman in Dundridge.Very nice ale :wink: and also to the east of Soton which may make it a bit closer for th sussex lads
East of Southampton a wee bit would suit me better too, TBH. But not Portsmouth.
Got a grid ref for Dundridge? Multimap says it doesn't exist.
bushwacker bob
02-05-2004, 15:21
its about a mile ENE of Bishops Waltham (OS 578185) I think :oops: (not positive about my map reading skills!)
:-D Sounds good to me. Don't know the pub yet, but it isn't that far away for me (so I'm glad you suggested it).
I'll go with 578185 - I don't have the map in front of me, so I'm faffing with Multimap again...
http://www.multimap.com/map/browse.cgi?lat=50.9585&lon=-1.1755&scale=25000
Preferences for evening? A Thursday would suit me best, but I'm relatively flexible.
Hi.
Thursday would suit me fine as long as it is not too early a start. its going to take a while getting from Bognor.
bushwacker bob
03-05-2004, 01:12
I can make it most evenings,so any thursday would be no problem. What about Lithril and Chux?
I work a 3 shift rotating pattern, so Nights (2200-0600) this week, lates (1400-2200) next then earlies (0600-1400). Thursday nights aren't a problem but would be good if they're on an early shift as I won't have to shoot off early. Sorry to be awkward.
Matt
ANDYLASER
03-05-2004, 10:43
This sounds like a jolly good idea. I've not heard of the afore mentioned pub. But that isnt a problem. Most evenings are OK.
bushwacker bob
04-05-2004, 01:32
looks like thursday 20th may is earliest date that would be mutually convenient to all. .........say so if I'm wrong :-D
You're wrong.
:-)
I can't make that one - but the week after is doable...
bushwacker bob
05-05-2004, 00:36
trying to get my head around this. what about this thursday,dependant on who can get there for when.I reason Lithril could make it earlier cos he'd have to leave shortly after 9 as his shift starts at 10. Wayne needs time to get from bognor,so if he could get there by 8 he'd be able to cross paths with Lithril.What about you Espy,Andylaser,chux or anyone else interested?
This week is fine with me. Will try to arrive as early as I can to eet everyone.
Yup I can make this thursday, if the pub is where I think it is, its pretty much on the A32 to Alton anyway so I'll be halfway there.
That would be tomorrow, then?
Can do.
Along the same lines, is anyone else going to the country fair at Broadlands at the end of the month?
I think thats probably the same weekend as the Dartmoor meetup so I won't be going.
Should be able to get there for about 1930
Matt
bushwacker bob
05-05-2004, 22:24
I'll be there barring disasters, not sure what time tho' I'm fairly confident I could find bushcrafters in a pub,we dont know what each other looks like. LOOK FOR THE SHAVED LEFT FOREARMS :lol: :lol:
Blast, I'd better do mine tomorrow... :-D
I *could* make it easier and wear something obvious... LIke a polo shirt with the words "Bond's Back" across the, um, back?
I'm the one that really needs a haircut, got a goatee and should be wearing a Coors Shirt... hoping no management are at work tonight as I'm wearing a Budweiser one, oh well.
I'm the short fat bloke with fleece covered in dog hair and grey before my time. Don't I sell myself well.
Well cheers for tonight, guys good to be able to put a few more faces to names, looking forward to meeting up again at some point. Be good to get away for a weekend locally too if anyones interested.
Yup, thanks everyone.
Pottering about in the woods could be fun...
It was good to meet you guys.
Sometime in the woods would be good.
Hope will don't leave too long for another meet up.
bushwacker bob
10-05-2004, 18:28
Enjoyed meeting all, must do it again,Its taken me this long to get back on this site :evil:
Hi guys, just moved from the Welsh posse to the Isle of Wight- seem to be the only Bushcraft representative out this way but I'd be up for a meet sometime! Let me know if you fancy a trip in New Forest or even over here!
Blue Sky, Jim. :pack:
I'll definately be up for one, New Forest is closer but the IOW isn't a problem either.
Unless you take a Land Rover over by ferry, that is.
"Commercial vehicle" my Great Aunt Jemima...
Its about time we all got together for a beer again guys. How about it?
We could always do an over nighter in the forest, can't have fires in most places although I may have somewhere after this weekend, but apart from that would be good.
bushwacker bob
07-07-2004, 09:51
Yea ,I'm up for it, tho' not much beer drinking went on! land lord did a good trade in free water :uu:
D'you like my poofy new avatar? smells better than the polecat
The landlord got to do the washing up.
So when are you lot free?
I can't make the weekend 23 July. I am off on my first course with Woodcraft.
Well, how about just after then and we can all pick your brains? :D
Earlier is fine too - and I have a hardened & tempered blade to return to someone...
bushwacker bob
07-07-2004, 23:46
I'll swap that blade for a couple of nice bits of american walnut!
I can make most dates but my saturdays in july are pre- commitments. :11doh:
bushwacker bob
16-07-2004, 17:05
so guys,any ideas when?
When you've got a date we'll put it up on the events list in the calendar :super:
Can't do a weekender just yet as I really need to spend a bit of time on the house, but if you want an evening pint how about next Friday night?
i can't make next friday on my woodcraft course.
Weekend after i'm free.
ANDYLASER
18-07-2004, 00:56
I can not do weekend after next. (bank holiday one).
Right.... How about tonight, the Prince of Wales in Shirrell Heath, about 2000?
Nothing like short notice :D
Shirrell Heath?
i might be able to make it. will get back to you later. Anyone else?
bushwacker bob
02-08-2004, 00:19
Bu**er ,I missed the post Peter!Did I miss it? If not How about one evening this week? Andylaser should be about,Waynes done his course,Lithril?
Prince of Wales sounds good....I got some Walnut for you, and I could do with that blade :wave:
How about Thursday evening?
I checked at about 1955, decided no-one else would be there and stayed put.
Can't easily do this week, I'm afraid. Next week NP.
Next week is fine as long as its not Friday Sat Sun. I am at an archery shoot with Rob.
ANDYLASER
03-08-2004, 18:16
Next Thursday (12th?) could be a winner with us.
Pretty sure I'm not doing anything next Thursday.
Great, looks like Thursday nights on then. one small thing where is it? Dont forget i live in Bognor so most of the Southampton area is a mystery to me.
Having a bit of a barney with Multimap at this moment, but http://www.multimap.com/map/browse.cgi?lat=50.9235&lon=-1.1875&scale=10000&icon=x is about right. 6 fig grid ref SU572141 or thereabouts.
Going SW->NE on the High St (!), the pub is on the RHS. Approx midway between Twynhams Hill & Hospital Rd.
Thanks for the info. look forward to seeng you all.
bushwacker bob
04-08-2004, 00:42
right then, its 12th august(thursday) at the prince of wales, shirrel heath..... what time? dare i suggest 7.30 ish(thats 19:30 peter! :wink: )
7.30 ish(thats 19:30 peter! :wink: )
Zulu time? :nana:
:o):
bushwacker bob
04-08-2004, 22:51
:rolmao: :rolmao: :rolmao: yea,zulu summer time,and considering the distance you will be travelling I dont expect you to be late!
I take it the POW is Petes local. So we have had Bushwackersbobs.
Your all going to duck out when its my turn :-)
ANDYLASER
05-08-2004, 18:47
Looking good. :-) . I'm the one with much hair that looks like Ozzy Osbourne :super:
bushwacker bob
06-08-2004, 15:41
You'll instantly recognise the rest of us Andy,take my word for it!
:wave:
Andy your see our ulgy mugs on the dartmoor meet up pics. i'm the tall dark handsome one.
ANDYLASER
10-08-2004, 22:04
We may be a bit late(ish), probably just after 8.
NP. I'll probably plonk myself indoors, as the benches outside (if they're out) tend to be rattled by passing traffic.
:yikes: did Peter actually turn up? :yikes: :o): :nana:
bushwacker bob
15-08-2004, 17:11
He had no choice. The pubs behind his house! :rolmao: :rolmao:
I'd never get anything done at all :lol:
Hi all.
I was thinking it's about time we all met up for a drink again. I had a chat with Pete and he is busy next week. Therefore does anyone fancy meeting up the following week. I can do any evening except Thursday. It's stock take at work. Sadly my presence is required.
I can do wednesday onwards next week, although if I had a preference it would be Friday as I wouldn't have to work afterwards...
Any ideas on location?
I could be very lazy and suggest the PoW again :D
Any other bids?
PoW would be fine with me as i might be able to find it this time.
bushwacker bob
30-09-2004, 01:30
can someone put a date to this? this friday is a bit sticky for me....I can make it early evening tho'.PoW sounds fine again
i'm a bit confused as well. i thought we were talking next week. i can do any evening next week so im not fussed.
Oh good, so did I.
Any evening w/c 4/10 ;)
bushwacker bob
01-10-2004, 00:09
yep,thats fine by me. anytime next week.
Just been reminded I can't do Wednesday - wine tasting :D
Thursday or Friday?
(We'll get this narrowed down eventually - probably after the meet at this rate :rolleyes: )
bushwacker bob
03-10-2004, 15:34
Thursday or friday then.Wayne? Matt?Andylaser?blankfisher?any one else?
We are such a decisive bunch. Friday would be best for me, payday. However i'm happy to go with the flo.
So who is going to be there?
Hi Guys,
A bit premature, but count me in for the next one. I would love to come to this social gathering but my wife is four days overdue already and I think it would be pushing her tolerance to the limit if I came too:?:
Enjoy
Elliott (waiting with the hot water and towels)
Hi Elliot
It will be good to see you there. Give us a chance to toast your new arrival.
All the best to your wife.
I can make Friday next week, I'll be working till 2200 the rest of the week.
OK, Friday. How many first aiders will we have on hand? Elliot could bring his wife... ;)
(just kidding, good luck with it!)
bushwacker bob
04-10-2004, 13:46
Ok Pow Fri 2000?
:o):
Just a quick check, is everyone still on for the PoW for tonight at 2000?
Blankfisherman
09-10-2004, 08:45
I was under the impression it was 15-10-2004 at 8pm.
:?:
Sorry about that Blankfisherman. It was last night. Don't worry about missing it. We will be meeting up again soon. This time we shall try and be alittle clearer about the date.
Any members from the Sussex/Hampshire area are more than welcome.
Thanks to Espy, Lithril and Bushwacker Bob it was a good evening.
mike the pike
21-10-2004, 16:33
Hi All,i'm based down in Ringwood,Hampshire and would like to get together with other Bushcrafters in the area,i,ve just found this thread so would look forward to meeting up at some point, cheers Mike
Hi Mike.
I'm not sure when we will be having another meetup. They are fairly impromtu afairs open to all who want to turn up. Hopefully somwtime soon we can have an overnighter.
Seems so far I am the sole Sussex bod willing to make the trek.
Motorbike Man
21-10-2004, 20:07
I'm in Bournemouth, I'd be up for a meet as well. :wave:
Not long till Christmas.
Anyone up for a beer before the festive season gets into full swing?
Sounds like a plan. Well, sounds like part of a plan anyway...
So come on then, whens the next meetup, think its about time we made Pete travel for once ;-). If we've not got people coming from Ringwood and Bournemouth, was just wondering if it was worth going somewhere in the New Forest, Romsey or Ower for this one. There are a couple of reasonable places just off the motorway at Ower if travelling is a problem, if its not then the Forest could be good.
Blankfisherman
03-12-2004, 08:31
Im up for it - as long as swmbo and littlen allow me.
Tom
So come on then, whens the next meetup, think its about time we made Pete travel for once ;-).
WHAT?
I'll have you know I walked *all* the way there and twice as far back!!!
:o): :nana:
bushwacker bob
03-12-2004, 12:51
bl**dy hell Lithril...Thats the west country,we'd be grockles down there,especially Wayne,he has to come from Bognor!
This could be a long thread as we dont have a venue or date :aargh4:
I dont mind driving to the forest. Just make it an easy place to find, it gets dark in those woods and things go bump in the night.
Might be nice if we can get Elliot and the rest of you Hampshire lads along.
Motorbike Man
03-12-2004, 23:59
I'd be coming from Bournemouth, but the Forest is no probs for me, so long as it's dry. The Big Red Machine is having a few problems with aan electgrical problem in the wet at the mo and I can't track it down :?:
I am set for a beer/meet and have permission - although unable to make 10th, 18th or 19th and would be able to turn up late for 15th, 16th and 23rd depending on distance (coming from Verwood - North of Ringwood and Bournemouth), all else should be maneagable.
Elliott
beachlover
05-12-2004, 18:59
I am sorted for a "beer up" as long as it isnt a couple of days before Xmas.
I will bring the car over from the IoW via either P'mouth or Soton so if anyone wants a lift let me know.
Where are we planning to stay over?
Kev
bushwacker bob
07-12-2004, 15:30
OK guys,I knew this was gonna be a tough one. when are you off to Poland Wayne?We need to work around that and Elliotts dates.May I suggest the Green Dragon at Cadnam for a venue?Its the nearest pub I can think of thats just off junction 1 of the M27.That makes it sort of equidistant fot the Dorset contingent and the Hampshire lot.It also (may be) easy for Wayne to find as its a straight run from sussex :o): We usually just meet in a pub for the evening so I'm afraid there is no stopover for Beachlover(barring carcamping in the forest carparks)Dates......anyone?
The venue can change if it helps,but its probably just as far for you Matt and we need to be moderated or else it becomes a BritishBlades meetup! :rolmao:
lol, I'm not fussed where its held just thought that somewhere like the Green Dragon or else the vine or mortimers at ower is easily accessible for everyone. Sorry Beachlover, probably won't be able to do an overnighter this close to Crimbo, going to leave that one till the New Year. Just out of curiosity, how much notice do people need, would be able to set a date for say, this Friday???
Blankfisherman
07-12-2004, 16:04
Unable to do this Friday (10-12-2004) works do, but can do 9-12-2004
Tom
I'm free for any night in Decemeber not going to Poland till 13th Jan.
I would prefer a Friday night as i leave work early so its less stress travelling that far. However happy to go with the flow.
I'm free for any night in Decemeber not going to Poland till 13th Jan.
I would prefer a Friday night as i leave work early so its less stress travelling that far. However happy to go with the flow.
How about Friday the 17th then - suits me?
Elliott
Shall we agree the 17th then.
Which pub?
Motorbike Man
07-12-2004, 20:03
17th sounds good to me as well.
[QUOTE=bushwacker bob]May I suggest the Green Dragon at Cadnam for a venue?Its the nearest pub I can think of thats just off junction 1 of the M27.That makes it sort of equidistant fot the Dorset contingent and the Hampshire lot.It also (may be) easy for Wayne to find as its a straight run from sussex :o):
QUOTE]
As long as they sell good beer this will do for me - any other suggestions more suitable to others ?
Elliott
Hi all.
Did we agree on the Green Dragon Cadnam for this friday night?
Anyone know where it is?
Yeah I know where it is but I've just found out its a mates bday this Friday and he's a bit depressed at the mo so I need to take him out for a few, won't be able to make this Friday I'm afraid.
Blankfisherman
14-12-2004, 08:29
Im up for Friday night anyone else?
Hi all.
Did we agree on the Green Dragon Cadnam for this friday night?
Anyone know where it is?
Did a search and found this
Green Dragon, Brook, Nr Cadnam, postcode SO43 7HE (on B3078)
02380 813359
Go here
http://www.thenewforest.com
and type "pubs" in the Business search area, when the page opens the details with a map link should be seen half way down the page.
(if this is the correct pub of course)
See you Friday guys, any ideas re time?
Elliott
i will be there about 8ish
bushwacker bob
14-12-2004, 21:15
I should be ok for about 8ish then
I can do 8ish aswell no problem
Elliott
So how'd it go in the end? I only found out about it about 2315 on the Thursday and was a bit too shattered to make it in the end... Work :rolleyes:
Pete. Its a nice little pub. You missed Elliot and Bushwacker Bob and Val and myself. You also missed coveting my R linger. Next time i wouldn't mind looking at yours :wink:
I'm going to be fairly full on bushcrafting till Feb so why not start trying to arrange a get together now so more people can free their diaries early?
bushwacker bob
13-02-2005, 00:58
Its that time folks! another meetup :wave: We have at sharp pointy things to compare and drool over with a pint.How about Friday 20th Feb at the PoW again? if not ........?
20th is a Sunday... I know this, because I have been invited along to wee bro's Kung Fu club New Year dinner then. I think there may be an ulterior motive - someone thinks I can be talked into making swords :rolleyes:
Did you mean 18/2?
Next weekend is the Dartmoor meetup, as long as we can find a replacement campsite we should be heading down their on Friday.
bushwacker bob
13-02-2005, 11:00
Thursday or saturday?
Bit dense here.
So POW this thurday?
Any chance of making it the week after. its a longish drive for me if i'm going down to devon after work the next day.
Espy i may have a task for you too.
So POW this thurday?
That was the idea, I'm moderately flexible. Apart from that weekend, naturally...
Espy i may have a task for you too.
I haven't completed the last one yet!!!
:D
bushwacker bob
14-02-2005, 23:27
So where are we at with this? Thursday 23rd? :o):
Blankfisherman
15-02-2005, 10:59
I can make it on the 23-02-2005 at the Prince of Wales
Tom
Thats great with me. Less running around like a headless chicken.
So How many people have we got coming?
Wednesday 23/02
Thursday 24/02
:D
bushwacker bob
16-02-2005, 14:54
So How many people have we got coming?
at least the usual suspects,what about some of the other 'locals' ?
Mal,Lou1966,Andylaser?
Just to clarify - we are talking Thursday, aren't we?
bushwacker bob
18-02-2005, 18:26
Yes.
Blankfisherman
19-02-2005, 08:00
Thursday 24-02 at 8pm in the Prince of Wales at Newtown is this correct?
If so see you there.
There's a PoW at Newtown as well? I thought we were talking about the one in Shirrell Heath...
Blankfisherman
19-02-2005, 12:16
I seem to have been confused - Shirrel Heath is where I meant.
Must brush up on my navigational skills.
Tom
bushwacker bob
21-02-2005, 19:05
Right, its thursday then.8 oclock,Prince of Wales.SHIRREL HEATH.......
headcount? :o):
Hi.
Val and i will be there. :wave:
Hi.
Val and i will be there. :wave:
Sorry guys I'm out this thursday for DoE and we're taking a group out on Sunday so can't really miss it.
bushwacker bob
18-06-2005, 21:39
OK its beer time again,
Prince of Wales(again) ? unless anyone knows better.
Date? suggestions. This week or next?
raskusdrotti
20-06-2005, 13:06
Hi BB,
I would be up for a meet if it's open invite! :D
Although i can't (generally) do Tuesdays!
(not even invited but already demanding :eek: )
Don't know the PoW pub though - have you got a link or multimappy thing? :confused:
Neil
Hi BB,
I would be up for a meet if it's open invite! :D
Although i can't (generally) do Tuesdays!
(not even invited but already demanding :eek: )
Don't know the PoW pub though - have you got a link or multimappy thing? :confused:
Neil
Hi all are welcome :D
i shall leave the directions to the locals as i always just lost and i have been there plenty of times.
Anyone from Sussex and Hampshire are welcome
bushwacker bob
20-06-2005, 18:43
What about Thursday 30th of june?
If we find a date that every one can make..........
Raskusdrotti you will be welcome,the Prince of Wales is in Shirrel Heath,near Wickham,where are you coming from?
raskusdrotti
20-06-2005, 19:40
Thanks guys!
I'm coming from Fareham - So it's just up the road - i've never been to Shirrell Heath though!
30th is good for me :D
Neil
30th of June is fine with me.
Who else can make it?
I can't make next week at all as I'm working 1400-2200 all week.
Blankfisherman
21-06-2005, 08:11
30th is good for me.
Tom
bushwacker bob
21-06-2005, 14:13
I can't make next week at all as I'm working 1400-2200 all week.
Looks like you may have to pull a 'sickie' Matt :D
Peter hasn't replied yet.Does anyone know if he's in the Maldives yet?
raskusdrotti
22-06-2005, 10:03
Hi,
I found the Prince of Wales! :D
Mulitimappy thingy: (http://www.multimap.com/map/browse.cgi?pc=SO322JN&cat=pub)
So close i can't believe i didn't know it was there! :rolleyes:
Neil
bushwacker bob
22-06-2005, 19:15
Thats the easy bit Neil, trying to arrange a date that suits all..........gets a bit harder!
raskusdrotti
27-06-2005, 08:12
Stupid question.....
....did we decide on a date and time???
Neil :confused:
I should be able to get along if its still on for the 30th .
What time is everyone meeting up ?
See you there .
Pumbaa
Hi,
I'm from Whiteley (nr fareham) but can't make that date, will hopefully come to the next one though when it's arranged! (if thats ok with you lot)! Would like to meet you all!
Dan
Hi Daniel, I'm not able to make this week either due to work commitments, you're actually not from me (Chandlers Ford). Some of us are going to Dartmoor this weekend if you fancy camping for a couple of nights
bushwacker bob
27-06-2005, 22:46
There are several usual suspects that are having a problem getting to this one.Would you guys like to suspend it for another couple of weeks,until Lithril (resident moderator,prevents bad language and porn links) and Espy(BB moderator with a scientific explanation for everything you don't understand)
Or
Are there enough of us that it wont notice if I dont buy a round?
Please reply.........
raskusdrotti
28-06-2005, 07:48
Fine by me BB. :)
Blankfisherman
28-06-2005, 09:26
I don't mind waiting for the others.
Tom
bushwacker bob
28-06-2005, 19:48
Well,3 in agreement is concensus IMO
I shall ressurect the thread in a couple of weeks.
Hi All.
Just got back from wilderness first aid course. thursday was a bit hectic for me too. So happy to wait for the rest.
Could i suggest Thursday 21st. im free that night.
bushwacker bob
29-06-2005, 22:36
Sounds fine by me Wayne
What about the others?
raskusdrotti
30-06-2005, 22:23
Thats ok by me :D
Neil
Blankfisherman
01-07-2005, 08:32
I cant make the 21 July but I can make the 20 Jul.
Tom
bushwacker bob
06-07-2005, 15:52
is the 20th ok for everyone else?
raskusdrotti
07-07-2005, 11:52
I can make the 20th too!!
Neil :D
Yup I'm on 6-2 that week so 20th is good for me.
So is that still the PoW then?
Bit of a trek for me... Again :D
bushwacker bob
15-07-2005, 22:11
wouldn't want you to over exert yourself.
PoW is fine by me and even Wayne can find it now.
And a bump just to remind people that because today is the 19th, convention dictates that tomorrow is the 20th...
raskusdrotti
19-07-2005, 17:09
What time are we meeting up??
raskusdrotti
19-07-2005, 18:41
Good stuff!
bushwacker bob
19-07-2005, 22:59
20 00h or 8 o'clock then,which ever comes first. :D
Hi all.
I have a shed load of work to do tonight. Hopefully if i get the bulk of it done i will make it for a pint. If not have a great time and i will make the next one. :D
bushwacker bob
14-09-2005, 20:27
About time we had an evening at the Prince of Wales.
What do you say?
Sounds good to me and i promise to make this one. :)
I am away next week so how about the week after.
bushwacker bob
15-09-2005, 18:37
I wont be about for the last week of September.Howabout 1st week October.
Peter,Wayne,Matt,niel...anyone else?
I would like to pop along if i may . Problem is directions !! So could someone please advise me how to get there ?
Cheers
Pumbaa
Yup, I make 1st week of October no probs, thats about the 6th isn't it?
bushwacker bob
15-09-2005, 20:26
http://www.multimap.com/map/browse.cgi?client=public&X=450000.057511388&Y=125000.735271967&width=700&height=400&gride=457067.057511388&gridn=113695.735271967&srec=0&coordsys=gb&db=freegaz&addr1=&addr2=&addr3=&pc=&advanced=&local=&localinfosel=&kw=&inmap=&table=&ovtype=&zm=1&scale=200000
About there Pumbaa.
The Prince of Wales,
the High Street.
Shirrel Heath.
Its the only pub in the village
Cheers , will be there !!
Pumbaa
Goodness me where has the time gone, its my youngest`s first birthday on the 6th. I have been given a night pass so the date is no problem for me.
Might be a good idea if Pumbaa and Motorbike Man link up with me and we travel up together - give me a shout guys if this is an idea you are interested in.
Elliott
Sounds cool to me mate .
Where abouts in Dorset you from ?
Pumbaa
The 6th should be fine for me.
It will be good to catch up with you all.
Motorbike Man
16-09-2005, 08:46
Sounds good to me, Pumbaa's going to pick me up so it'll be good to put a few more names to faces at last :D
I`ve PMd Pumbaa and plan to meet in Ringwood and go from there.
Looking forward to it
Elliott
raskusdrotti
16-09-2005, 22:12
Hi All!
6th is fine by me! :D
Neil
Blankfisherman
17-09-2005, 07:14
6th is fine by me, see you all there.
Tom
Looks like we are going for the 6th , any idea on times ?
Pumbaa
Hi
8pm is the normal meet up if thats OK with everyone.
Argh... I can't do the 6th!
Boggrit.
bushwacker bob
19-09-2005, 21:37
flippin heck.
Is it mutually convenient to change it to the 5th?
everyone will have to sound off again.
(Its fine by me, but I live nearby)
Motorbike Man
19-09-2005, 22:53
s'ok by me, but I'm not driving :D
5th sounds cool to me , the mother in laws down from london for the day . so it works out to be rather convienient.
Pumbaa
raskusdrotti
20-09-2005, 08:05
Haha!
She may be a member - watch what you say!!LOL
5th is ok by me too.
Blankfisherman
20-09-2005, 09:41
5th is good for me.
Tom
The 5th is no problem for me - on leave all week anyhow.
Elliott
bushwacker bob
21-09-2005, 12:50
Peter?........................ ..........................
The 5th should be fine with me.
yup 5th is good for me too
bushwacker bob
22-09-2005, 18:02
Right then. :rolleyes:
WEDNESDAY 5th OCTOBER
8pm(ish)
Prince of Wales,high street.Shirrel Heath.
See you there :)
bushwacker bob
03-10-2005, 09:09
Right then. :rolleyes:
WEDNESDAY 5th OCTOBER
8pm(ish)
Prince of Wales,high street.Shirrel Heath.
See you there :)
Just a little reminder :rolleyes:
Hi Guys,
I have been living in the area for 3 months now ( I can't say that I've just moved anymore..)
May come and sit by your fire?
Cheers
Steve
Blankfisherman
03-10-2005, 10:37
Unfortunately I might not be able to make it, but if I can I will probably be late.
Tom
bushwacker bob
03-10-2005, 21:56
Hope you make it Tom.
Yes Steve,anyone who can get there is welcome.
........you may regret it later :D
Regret it, ummmm
see you there then.
Motorbike Man
05-10-2005, 16:25
Looking forward to tonight, do people normally bring toys to show with them?
Espy and Bushwacker Bob normally bring toys to tempt me with. Bad people.;)
Motorbike Man
05-10-2005, 16:38
Sharp and pointy or would that be frowned upon in the pub? :D
It's a fairly quiet pub and as long as your not being too overt with your chopper you should be fine.
Bugger, wish i could be there, instead im stuck at an Aero Engine Conference in London, got to go entertaining with one of my principals this evening :( :( :( :( :( :( , i know where i would rather be.............
Motorbike Man
05-10-2005, 17:20
It's a fairly quiet pub and as long as your not being too overt with your chopper you should be fine.
My chopper will be well out of the way, it's the knife I'm worried about :D
Just got back from the meet and its 1.15 !
Thanks for a good evening guys and girls . Hope too do it again soon.
Pumbaa
Just got back from the meet and its 1.15 !
Thanks for a good evening guys and girls . Hope too do it again soon.
Pumbaa
Go on then, rub it in, you get to go and talk bushcraft, i get to go talk aeroplane engines until god knows what time this morning with one of the manufacturers :( :( :( :( , i still know where i would have liked to have been.
Now i have to go and spend all day on our Expo stand, still the weekend is fast approaching :) :) :) :)
Motorbike Man
06-10-2005, 09:01
It was a good night, always good to put faces to names, just sorry I'm useless at names and will probably never recognise most people again :rolleyes: :D
It was indeed a good night (although I wasn't there for very long, these early starts a harder now its dark)
Great to put faces to names
Steve
Hi all.
It was a good night.
It was great to see the group growing.
Val and I enjoyed seeing the old faces and meeting new friends. Bushcraft is full of warm genuine people. :)
It was a good night.
It was great to see the group growing.
Wasn't it! That's the most we've managed to date!
We really *ought* to hold it in different venues too, convenient though it is for me... :D
Just a thought , but would it be possible to arrange a saturday night camp ?
It would be good to do the same round a fire where we could actualy have a play with some of these toys (I know Motorbike man wants to try a henny) .
Pumbaa
Cheers all for a good evening (and Pumbaa for driving). I counted twelve of us in total and what a great collection of toys being passed around for coverting.
Elliott
bushwacker bob
08-10-2005, 10:27
Just a thought , but would it be possible to arrange a saturday night camp ?
It would be good to do the same round a fire where we could actualy have a play with some of these toys (I know Motorbike man wants to try a henny) .
Pumbaa
Now theres an Idea.
all we need is a place to do it. Wayne? :lmao:
Blankfisherman
26-11-2005, 08:18
About time we had another social gathering.
What do you say?
Do we want to do the Prince of Wales or another venue?
Tom
raskusdrotti
28-11-2005, 21:11
Hi Tom,
How goes it?
I'm up for a meet, anywhere is fine by me.
Hi Guys.
I just caught the thread.
I would be happy to host a Southampton meet in the woods. Although i am not in Southampton.
I may have some suitable land near Portsdown hill. i need to make sure. it maybe better less travel for you guys otheriwse once a date is sorted pm me for directions.
Although i need some wood clearance done.:)
Sounds good Wayne, I'm up for it.
raskusdrotti
02-12-2005, 09:52
Me too! (axe and saw at the ready)
Any ideas on dates yet ? I am up for it too , but need to book it in with SWMBO .
Pumbaa
Hi Wayne,
Always up for some fun :D
and of course setting things alight that im supposed to. An idea if the dates/times will be weekends only? as i work shifts and have far too much free time but normally only weekdays let us know :You_Rock_
Sounds like agreat idea!
I'd be up for that!
Cheers
Steve
I'm keen to meet some fellow forum members and happy to do any wood clearing work that's needed. What's envisaged: just daytime or an overnight stay?
Platypus
03-12-2005, 14:46
Great idea, count me in :cool:
Hi all.
I am lucky enough to have access to 10 acres for camping and a further 250 acres for wandering.
The wood is mostly derelict coppice and is the largest ancient woodland south of the A27. there is a very nice pub 15 minutes south of the wood.
The area for camping is quite wild at the minute i am looking to clear some of the Herb layer to improve the access.
If people are interested in a weekender in the woods that would be great. :)
Motorbike Man
05-12-2005, 12:32
Hi all.
I am lucky enough to have access to 10 acres for camping and a further 250 acres for wandering.
The wood is mostly derelict coppice and is the largest ancient woodland south of the A27. there is a very nice pub 15 minutes south of the wood.
The area for camping is quite wild at the minute i am looking to clear some of the Herb layer to improve the access.
If people are interested in a weekender in the woods that would be great. :)
Depending on dates and transport, I'd be up for it
I am up for it depending on dates .
MBM depending on dates , your transports sorted !
Pumbaa
Blankfisherman
05-12-2005, 16:01
Dates depending I am up for it.
Tom
Motorbike Man
05-12-2005, 18:51
I am up for it depending on dates .
MBM depending on dates , your transports sorted !
Pumbaa
Cheers :D
bushwacker bob
07-12-2005, 22:03
Well done Wayne. :You_Rock_ now you'd better set a date!
Ok all I have got that calender out and sorted a date.
Friday 6th - 8th January.
Parking is limited at the minute i will speak to the landowner to see if i can sort something better.
Can everyone who is likely to come let me know so i have some idea of numbers?
It should be a good chance to work off some of those christmas excess.
I have started a new thread can you post any question on that one. Cheers.