Norfolk and Norwich Group [Archive] - Page 7 - BushcraftUK: Community Forum

Greg

27-03-2011, 20:31

You guys are seriously lucky, I've just got back home to Pembrokeshire after spending the w/end in Norwich.
While I was there I spent a few hours wandering around the woods at Horsham. Outstanding is just one word I can think of!
I saw deer, squirrels, a fox and alot of obvious sign of badger! And the wood itself is beautiful. I can put my heart in my hand and say that was the best woodland walk I have ever had!
You Lucky, Lucky Bar Stewards!!!:D

I've got to say a big thanks to Paul Sanderson for the info on the various places to go around Norwich,
Cheers mate it made my w/end...even if the heavens did open on me!

GearGuru

27-03-2011, 21:01

Hi Guys

I'm struggling to find some for a clematis hearthboard - has any of you guys got any?

cheers Chris

coln18

27-03-2011, 21:04

Hey Geary, how you doing mate, there is tons of clematis growing in my local woods, off with a knee operation just now, but if you dont get any in the next 2 weeks give me a shout and i will post some down to you.

Hows the family doing?

Colin....

launditch1

27-03-2011, 22:58

Re:Game fair.ill be going.You'll find me hovering by the knife making supplies or buying some new Jack pyke hankies.

Damascus

29-03-2011, 14:50

Game fair i will be going on the Saturday if all goes well, if anyone wants to meet up

D

Globetrotter.uk

01-04-2011, 21:01

Hi folks just an advance notice. Please try to keep may 21st free in your diary. A meet possible overnighter will be planned for members. More details soon.

Whittler Kev

01-04-2011, 21:14

Wohoo the weekend after Cambridge's

L8starter

01-04-2011, 21:52

love to but that weekend has already gone....ill be away mountain biking and camping in south gloucestershire. hopefully next time.......

Damascus

12-04-2011, 19:56

East Anglia Game and country this weekend, I will be going Saturday to see what Goodies i thought I might need and never realised, the therapist said it will be good for me, but not to take any cash. Next thing is to smuggle them home without swimbo knowing (Tricky) Metal detector and Xray and full body search!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Globetrotter.uk

19-04-2011, 19:52

Hi folks just an advance notice. Please try to keep may 21st free in your diary. A meet possible overnighter will be planned for members. More details soon.

Scrap the above info something else has cropped up. But is anyone free to join junior and me for a day at mousehold Heath instead of watching the royal wedding on the 29th. We will be at zaks at 10.30am and wait for 15mins for anyone to join us. No open fires ok.

Whittler Kev

20-04-2011, 22:00

Scrap the above info something else has cropped up. But is anyone free to join junior and me for a day at mousehold Heath instead of watching the royal wedding on the 29th. We will be at zaks at 10.30am and wait for 15mins for anyone to join us. No open fires ok.
Where is Mousehold Heath Dave:confused: :camping:
By the way thanks for the shiny parcel goodjob:You_Rock_. :headbang: Arrived safe and sound today. (I'm all excited now heheheheheheheh) :35:

Globetrotter.uk

20-04-2011, 22:30

Mousehold is next to Norwich prison, it once was the training area for the barracks. We can put up tarps and hammocks and I get away using hobo stove. It's just a day meet mind you. Glad the parcel arrived.

RAPPLEBY2000

25-04-2011, 23:14

I'd love to go, But I'm being dragged along to a family fancy dress "street party" (kicking and screaming believe me!)
I wanted to go as "Guy Fawkes", or an "anarchist" but they won't let me lol.

Whittler Kev

27-04-2011, 18:36

Sorry. Well busy this end too. "Forge ... she is a calling"
Hope it goes OK

Globetrotter.uk

29-04-2011, 09:57

Last call we are about to escape from the tv and head into mousehold Heath, meeting at zaks on mousehold at 10.30. Tarp and hammock setup skills and a bit of whittling.

Globetrotter.uk

29-04-2011, 20:06

The Great Royal Wedding Escape

Mousehold Health.

Well Junior and I had a great time despite the fact the bikers have moved in where we normally stop. We had to block off their approach and they left us alone.

The day would have been better if I had not hit my finger with the gerber folding saw, the teeth are very sharp. Junior ended up practising First Aid. Hers some pics of the day which ended with a nice ice cream.

Tent peg making

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/100_2301.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/100_2300.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/100_2299.jpg

Spot the tarps

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/100_2294.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/100_2293.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/100_2302.jpg

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Whittler Kev

29-04-2011, 20:39

Nice one Globetrotter.uk and Junior goodjob. See you soon.
Any plans for the next meet Damascus now Globetrotter.uk's plans have changed for next month?

Damascus

30-04-2011, 10:54

Whittler Kev

30-04-2011, 11:05

Always up for a meet, Hethel open as usual unless any betters options, over to the floor this time.:hammock:
I was over there this morning after the deer, no luck with the muntjac but did sit and watch a small herd of red hinds for a 15 minutes with them totally unaware, made the morning even though I came back empty handed. Shame I never had the camera.
Anyone want to organise one and want to use hethel just PM me the dates and I will check they are ok to use the site. The place is looking lovely this time of the year.

regards D:mexwave::mexwave:

I'm off for two weeks 7th to 22nd May :red::bigok:. First week on hols in Yarmouth (anyone about to show me Chlas Olson's? :rolleyes:). BMF is on at Peterborough weekend of 14/15th May http://www.thebmfshow.co.uk/ goodjob:umbrella:
so how about the next Saturday 21st May? Would weekend 28th be better? Unless any of you fancy a weekend of it :camping: although I'm still a little restricted for that :puppy_dog

I'll start with (just remembered Globetrotter.uk is busy 21st):

List for Hethell Saturday 28th May 2011 :

Whittler Kev
Lee (remember him from last meet - see thread for pics)

Whittler Kev

30-04-2011, 11:14

I forgot Globetrotter started thread about 21st and something came up so how about Saturday 28th May 2011?:confused:

List for Hethell Saturday 28th May 2011 :

Whittler Kev
Lee (remember him from last meet - see thread for pics)

Damascus

30-04-2011, 16:49

i can't do 28th still be busy moving the girls putting up things etc.

Whittler Kev

30-04-2011, 17:16

i can't do 28th still be busy moving the girls putting up things etc.
What days best for you and the owner?

Wingbeat

30-04-2011, 18:12

Hi All

Looking to learn basics in Leather working ...... any one local to me give me a few pointers ?
I live in Oulton Broad

Atb Alec

Damascus

01-05-2011, 16:30

I can help, live in Norwich, pop along to our next meet, I'm can feel one coming up in me waters!!!!!!!!!!!!

Whittler Kev

02-05-2011, 16:07

Name that tune....blast tv mode again. I mean name that date :)
But NOT these dates please

LITTLE ABINGTON - CAMBRIDGE
Next Meet: APRIL: Sat 16th (10:00am) - 17th (4:30pm)
JUNE: Sat 11th - 12th
AUGUST: Sat 20th - 21st
OCTOBER: 8th - 9th

CAMBRIDGE DATES CLICK HERE (http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=30871&p=844450#post844450)

Wingbeat

03-05-2011, 15:47

I can help, live in Norwich, pop along to our next meet, I'm can feel one coming up in me waters!!!!!!!!!!!!

Great ... Any idea when and where???

Atb Alec

Damascus

03-05-2011, 17:13

watch this space for details, location hethel norfolk

D

Damascus

09-05-2011, 17:09

:campfire:Hi one and all,:campfire:

It seems no one is organising an over nighter:hammock:, so how about the weekend 24/25/26 June.
At hethel meet at Thickthorne park n ride as-usual, not sure for the two nights but certainly the Saturday/Sunday.:camping:

To get the ball rolling :yelrotflm

Damascus +1
Whitler Kev+1

Over to you all

Globetrotter.uk

09-05-2011, 21:29

Damascus +1
Whitler Kev+1
Globetrotter.uk
Junior

All being well we can do fri/ sat

Damascus

10-05-2011, 17:40

Hi GT

I think it will only be the 25th Saturday night.

D

Globetrotter.uk

10-05-2011, 20:19

Ok might only be able to stay the day. Busy month but hopefully should be ok. Will confirm nearer

L8starter

10-05-2011, 22:52

would love to but i have a visit to my daughter booked in, im planning to ride Lee quarry up in yorkshire with her husband, if anything happens such that it falls through ill join you

RAPPLEBY2000

14-05-2011, 18:23

Hi Anyone want to meet sooner for a local bimble?
I've not been to Mousehold heath, or Horsford for ages anyone fancy it?

Globetrotter.uk

14-05-2011, 19:55

Mousehold is being used by bikers again, our base camp area has tracks across it, happy to go to Horsford could show you the bit I discovered recently.

L8starter

14-05-2011, 20:10

bank holiday weekend is looking clear for me?

Damascus

18-05-2011, 17:53

Hi All

Seems a bit quiet out there, any one else for the weekend.

D

Damascus

21-05-2011, 10:18

Hi one and all

I plan to do the Fri and Sat nights at Hethel, I know a few new people expressed an interest earlier in the year, the opportunity is there.

all the best

D

Whittler Kev

21-05-2011, 11:29

List for 24th, 25th + early 26th June at Hethell

Damascus +1
Whitler Kev+1
Globetrotter.uk
Junior

Who else?

Damascus

21-05-2011, 16:31

Hi Kev

This is for the June meet, 24/25th Fri and Sat

D

Damascus

23-05-2011, 20:45

Hi Kev and GT

Looks like we are the only ones going.

D

L8starter

23-05-2011, 23:16

well, looks as though i might have an opportunity to persuade my son in law to hold fire on the Lee quarry weekend and join you instead, im working on it

Damascus

24-05-2011, 17:28

Hi L8starter

It will be good if you can make it always nice to see new faces

D

L8starter

24-05-2011, 20:10

thanks D, i have a thing about making cordage from nettles at the moment so if i get the ticket for the weekend off, expect me to be practicing this over and over, i want it to be good and strong and to learn how to roll on my legs rather than just my fingers. it'll come. does anyone know if its possible to gather and prepare the stems and then let them dry out and soak them for use later in the year? they are just in such good plentiful supply at the moment

i have to confess im hoping to learn from you guys, wondered maybe if i can learn something from watching kev, globetrotter tells me you just whittle away... just waht i need... i have lads wanting to carve their names in trees and i need more skill than i have at present to stave them off and get them doing something worthwhile instead. scraping cooking sticks, patterning bark and making pegs i can manage but thats about my limit with a knife at the moment

i wondered about the bushcraft course thats coming up next week but its a heck of a long way and im unsure how basic it will be, i learn pretty quick so figure im as well to learn by watching... heres hoping anyway

Damascus

24-05-2011, 20:46

I Hope we can all oblige
D

L8starter

26-05-2011, 09:53

anyone fomr around here been on the august bushmoot in wales? or plans to go this year?

PaulSanderson

26-05-2011, 21:46

alright lads...lemme check with the shift rota at work as i'd like to come along if thats ok...i'll check in when i know if im available.

cheers...

Damascus

27-05-2011, 18:07

Rodger dodger

Whittler Kev

02-06-2011, 11:07

List for 24th, 25th + early 26th June at Hethell

Damascus +1
Whitler Kev+1
Globetrotter.uk
Junior

Maybe's

L8Starter
PaulSanderson

Is that right?

Damascus

02-06-2011, 19:29

Hi Kev

Looks good Mitch hopes to come work permitting and Ben from work, he was the guy with the dog, last meet.

Communal or self catering for the weekend, don't forget the snorkers n cheese we can't have a weekend without those little babies, got two pans now to cook them in, I will do friday evening and bring some venison fillets for starters.

regards

D

D

L8starter

04-06-2011, 22:48

its looking good this end, unsure how much of the weekend ill do......cant anyone persuade another female along? i hate crashing boys time out

Damascus

15-06-2011, 22:34

Hi All

Just over a week to go to the meet, things have been a bit quiet out there are we still all on to go and any one else interested, don't be shy we don't bite but the MOZZIES do!!!!:mosquitos:

D

L8starter

16-06-2011, 00:04

are there any mossies out there this year?? ive not come across them yet this year....

Globetrotter.uk

16-06-2011, 13:59

we should still be coming along, but only on saturday not sure what time it will be.

Damascus

16-06-2011, 17:39

with this wet we are having at the moment I am sure by the time we get there they will be after my blood (as usual)

Globetrotter.uk

16-06-2011, 17:54

I've got a tin of Nordic summer to try out.

L8starter

16-06-2011, 21:50

avon 'skin so soft' is the way to go, they sell more as mossie repellant thn body cream i understand!! and its not noxious

im still joining you, still sittiing on the fence as regards when and for how long......

......dont know the ropes, dont have a hammock, do have a tent

Whittler Kev

16-06-2011, 22:34

with this wet we are having at the moment I am sure by the time we get there they will be after my blood (as usual)
What with you attracting the mozzie's and the smoke...we'll all have a grand ol' time :lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao: :lmao:

, dont have a hammock, do have a tent
That makes two of us then ;):red:

Globetrotter.uk

17-06-2011, 09:34

What sort of time are you planning for arrival at hethal on Friday, if I can alter things about. Junior is a typical teen now and want to go with friends over the weekend. Im trying to work out when im going to be able to join in. being a carer has its ups and downs.

Damascus

17-06-2011, 09:44

Plan to meet at Thickthorne around 5.30, 6 o'clock on friday or can meet you over there any time after if are going by bus all the way there.

Damascus

19-06-2011, 17:54

Hi All

Hope all is well for Friday, just need to sort out food, I will do the evening meal, does anyone want to take up the challenge for Saturday evenings meal.

So who is coming so we can plan for food.

Kev will you be the sausage warrior again, they always taste good over the fire.

i will speak to Ben about Saturday lunch and lets not forget the most important PUD, who's bring the Pud.

For those haven't been before, you need to bring your own water, no taps on site.

Looking forward to the weekend and lets hope we don't get this weekends weather.

Any one need directions let us know and will put them in a post.

All the best

D:red::red::red:

Whittler Kev

19-06-2011, 20:20

Kev will you be the sausage warrior again, they always taste good over the fire.

:rolleyes::11doh::yikes::evila ngel:
I think I know what you mean :rofl::lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao: :lmao:. :rofl:
Yep loads of snorkers, rolls, onions and cheese:dancer:

Globetrotter.uk

19-06-2011, 21:17

I will becoming on Saturday, not stopping for evening meal. But I'll bring along some doughnuts

L8starter

19-06-2011, 21:21

thanks globetrotter for the tip on using reedmace for string making. i was out in my kayak friday evening (when i say out, yes i was 'out', twice!) and by midnight had made 10.5m of cordage, i found it much easier than nettle, shame its not as strong, id post a pic if i was a techno wizz

oh heck, this is hard to commit to the weekend, it now looks as though i may be doing a 5k wild swim in the river bure on sunday so guess i should commit to friday night and saturday and if i say ok ill bring pud youd better tell me what youd like or youll get what i bring? hope im allowed to bring something ready prepared cos im not risking my culinary skills on my first outing. im thinking of a selection of flapjack, apple cake that can get eaten whenever, does that sound ok? if not you'd better shout

im doubt ill make 5.30 but will try, so need some instructions please, i see several areas of woodland in the area. 07776432571

i realise its not an organised affair but just need to check...... i assume i bring my own breakfast and lunch food, any drinks i want and my own trowel!!

Damascus

20-06-2011, 19:49

Pud sounds good to me, what time is best for you L8starter, as finding the place the first time can be a little difficult we can hang around, let us know

D

L8starter

20-06-2011, 20:14

Pud sounds good to me, what time is best for you L8starter, as finding the place the first time can be a little difficult we can hang around, let us know

D

i have juggled things around so i have a bit of time in the morning when i can get gear ready so should be with you for 6 but hope to aim for 5.45. which part of the park and ride do you meet in? im a navy citroen c3 with a bike rack on the back

Damascus

21-06-2011, 20:48

We usually meet at Thickthorne Park n Ride, off the A11/A47 round about, the top end of the car park i will have a dark grey Freelander, Kev has a small white van. I will be there from 5.30 0n wards, so its just Kev =1, me, Ben, Mitch and l8starter. GT on Saturday.

Well see you all on Friday, all the best

Dave

Damascus

22-06-2011, 20:02

Hi All

Spoken to Ben he will be doing dinner for Saturday evening, I have seen the weather report WET so bring your waterproofs, he he!!!!!

All the best

D

Whittler Kev

22-06-2011, 20:24

So the count is?

All Weekend

Damascus
Ben
L8Starter
Mitch66
Whittler Kev

Sat only

Globetrotter.uk

I'll bring the snorkers & other hot dog bits;), my new cooker (your in for a surprise - I've gone into a glamping mode:lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao:) and a my backpack of knifes (guess who's got a new GB goodie then?:p)

L8starter

23-06-2011, 19:18

feckin OFSTED... just heard today they are in monday and tuesday. ive just left work at 6.45 tonight and we've all been called 3 line whip to a 4pm meeting tomorrow to discuss every single pupil in detail. theres no way now im going to make 6 or even 7 and likely not even 8. its probably safer for me to liaise with GT and come join you on saturday morning

so sorry, no afters tomorrow unless someone else fetches something but you can make up for it with both lots on saturday!!

Damascus

23-06-2011, 22:41

No worries see you Saturday

D

Globetrotter.uk

25-06-2011, 20:57

Oops guess what someone forgot to leave for breakfast

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/sausages.jpg

Globetrotter.uk

26-06-2011, 08:02

HERES THE PHOTOS OF THE SPOON CARVING WORKSHOP.

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http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/Bushcraft/100_2419.jpg

Whittler Kev

26-06-2011, 12:53

Oops guess what someone forgot to leave for breakfast

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/sausages.jpg

Sorry guys :(
:slap::twak::surrender::naught y:

Can you spot the chair I made from hazel attached to the tree?
The new bigger ecokettle I swapped for some steel work went down well and got some use (on the fire as well)

Did anyone else have trouble with their fires this weekend? Ours took ages to light (even with meths and bbq matches) and then burnt out super fast. Usual wood and firepit etc used:confused:

Damascus

26-06-2011, 17:57

Hi All,
Nice pic's and this morning we started the fire cooked breakfast and had two lots of coffee in under 45 min's. We were jinx'd yesterday, bloody wood pixie's at work.

Nice piccies GT, till next time.

all the best

"The Smoke Magnet"

Damascus

26-06-2011, 20:25

Hi Kev

We had a very nice Mushroom Onion and Cheese, hot and toastie rolls for break fast tok the veggie option and very nice.

Smoke magnet

L8starter

26-06-2011, 23:39

phew.... a pretty full on weekend, thanks guys for the invite and the warm welcome

what did i learn??? where do i start....in no particular order... i learned

To use a fire steel to light cotton wool, birch bark, compressed blocks of something... (what is it GT?)
How to find dry wood when all is wet around you
How to feather a stick
How to whittle a spoon or even a splork!!
that I love sleeping under a tarp, open to the world around me but am distinclty less keen on the slugs that crawl all over my swag.... i mean... what do they want with me?!?!
Tinder fungus can be found on dead ash trees
How to wind rope tidily for efficient use next time
How to make an effective tarp corner with a stone where there is no eyelet
Dmapness in the air can frustrate even the most experienced bushcrafter
To prepack a kelly kettle so its ready for a morning cuppa, didnt try it but damascus, you betcha im going to!!
whilst there is frequently a most efficient way of doing something, a miriad of ways are actually possible, and all are equally valid. accepting the attempts of another, without comment or offering of advice, validates them as a person and encourages their zeal for knowledge. thanks kev
How to make a bushcraft splice
seeing a bushcraft chair being made against a tree trunk...... and not collapsing!
that GT lurks with a camera
that the generosity of my fellow human beings continues to fill me with awe and wonder

oh and since coming home... ive learned
that despite nettles being said to be good for weaving baskets .... and despite being a spinner and a weaver.... ill have to work on that one, further research needed
that hammocks can have a cosy cosy zipped in layer or a winged mat to keep one warm.... hmmmm need to experiment there i reckon.who's got what hammock wise for me to have a look at?
that heroditus reported all sorts of highly dubious information but was neverthelss a mine of information

ok thanks for all of that and more.... apologies for the learning credits I have forgotten to credit....

roll on the next one and the canoe trail camp out.....

oh and newbies, if you aint been out yet with these guys.... get braved and turn up, they are a ramshaclkle bunch of good intentions who love to share what they know

L8starter

27-06-2011, 00:04

oh.... and re breakfast.......i just went for the rest of ben's rocky road .... and my mango

Whittler Kev

04-07-2011, 13:52

Just had a PM.
Someones heading back our way.
Did you decide a date for the next one (bearing in mind the Cambridge dates)?

The next two planned [Cambridge] meets are:
August: Sat 20th (10:00am) - 21st (4:30pm)
October: Sat 8th (10:00am) - 9th (4:30pm)

New faces are always welcome

Globetrotter.uk

04-07-2011, 14:55

Is this an early warning?
Is someone returning from USA?
I think we decided August was too busy, I'm not free until end August.

Whittler Kev

10-07-2011, 09:40

Is this an early warning?
Is someone returning from USA?
I think we decided August was too busy, I'm not free until end August.
Could be.....
Yo GB I PM'ed you as I need to post you a gift

Globetrotter.uk

10-07-2011, 12:28

I sent you a pm earlier but will resend it.

Globetrotter.uk

13-07-2011, 12:16

Kev you have just made my day cheers mate it's should be great for the tough meat.

Globetrotter.uk

13-07-2011, 12:21

Norfolk wildlife trust are advertising for an officer for Thorpe marshes see their website £75 a day

Whittler Kev

13-07-2011, 20:03

Kev you have just made my day cheers mate it's should be great for the tough meat.
Has posty bought you something then?
Share your piccies ;)

Globetrotter.uk

13-07-2011, 22:25

I picked up a ships rope knife at a car boot a while ago, a bit heavy and large, anyhow I showed it to a few guys at Hethal once and I think Dave suggested to cut it down a bit. So and used my cutting tool to reshape it and when i finished it looked like a spatula. So at the last meet I gave it to Kev and look what he's done to it.

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/Bushcraft/100_2429.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/Bushcraft/100_2427.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/Bushcraft/100_2424.jpg

I've now got a blade with some weight to use for split wood and removing bark etc. A great bit of work

Thanks Kev

Whittler Kev

16-07-2011, 12:15

Pleased to help ;)

Globetrotter.uk

27-08-2011, 14:52

Someone in Norwich is offering for free 15 Lime trunks, anyone interested?

Whittler Kev

27-08-2011, 15:00

Brill for carving. Too far and no room (gnash...gnash)

Globetrotter.uk

27-08-2011, 15:05

i want some but cant fit anymore in shed

Globetrotter.uk

27-08-2011, 15:06

I'm off to pack my bags, the in laws are visiting for 2 weeks

Whittler Kev

27-08-2011, 20:30

Yo Dave. Any news on a meet date yet?
When you available dude? ;)

Crowe me make you summat taday innit
http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy280/kpurse/FroeforCrowe.jpg

Crowe

27-08-2011, 20:50

That looks good Kev, can't wait to play. Shingle roofed shelters here we come !!!
Crowe

Globetrotter.uk

27-08-2011, 21:50

Not sure on any overnights due to wives health. But if someone plans one I'll try to get along.

Damascus

28-08-2011, 16:45

get back to work tues need to check some dates. I will know then as i work some weekends

Whittler Kev

04-09-2011, 10:56

Cambs meet weekend of Oct 8th & 9th

Damascus

05-09-2011, 18:33

What about the weekend after then Kev

Whittler Kev

05-09-2011, 19:15

Sounds good as yet

L8starter

06-09-2011, 22:56

yeah i wanna come please.... checks diary... hmm.. it says bike camp for the whole weekend, no idea what that is, also norfolk rough stuff on sunday, shame to miss, and a bridge weekend going on too oh heck, if it happens, i may turn up, thats about all i can say at this point

Globetrotter.uk

08-09-2011, 18:34

Dave & Dave went down into the woods. They were greeted by a roe who ran off before the camera was ready, so the new toys were brought out of the bag. Dave aka Smoke magnet (Damascus) brought some blue flags to play with,Ok chairs and they are really comfortable.

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/Bushcraft/100_2792.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/Bushcraft/100_2793.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/Bushcraft/100_2789.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/Bushcraft/100_2791.jpg

We didnt really want to get out of them, but the new Hobo stove made by Me Globetrotter was begging to be tested. We had a really good day chatting and testing our new toys. And eating Snorkers.

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/Bushcraft/100_2800.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/Bushcraft/100_2799.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/Bushcraft/100_2795.jpg

Globetrotter.uk

08-09-2011, 18:36

Sorry Stanley forgot to give you a mention. Stanley was well behaved and enjoyed some snorkers too.

L8starter

08-09-2011, 19:09

ha, love the chairs, have to say they look a bit posh tho.....

im making variations on these with spent sacks from breweries at 50p a time, then just the triangle of wood which we lean against a tree rather than trusting our lashings to provide a back support!! it also means they are flat and easily transportable from one week to the next as we only have 2hr sessions.

if i were IT literate you might get a pic but..... youll just hafta use yer imagination!!

Globetrotter.uk

08-09-2011, 19:41

WATCH THIS

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMPAZHsx1cY

L8starter

08-09-2011, 19:59

lots of smoke and flame then!! i camped with a guy who was cooking on a homemade woodgas burner at the moot but dont recognise this cooking stove??

Whittler Kev

08-09-2011, 20:00

:swordfigh:nono: Thats it:slap::buttkick::cussing::so apbox::cussing:!!!!
Me jobs been taken!!!!!!:banghead:
I supply the snorkers!!!!!!!!:twak:
I fell right left out I does!!!!!!
YOU WAIT:soapbox:!!!!!
YOU WAIT:soapbox:!!!!!
SPITTING FEATHERS!!!!!:censored::tongue-ti

:lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao: :lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao:Only joking. Looks like you had a good time. Glad the chairs work ok Smoky Dave

Damascus

08-09-2011, 20:29

Dem snorkers were dam fine along with fried noodles, and for once stan was calm (he was drugged, ha ha) he posed for the photo, mind you that was at 11 this morning and we had been out since 7 Hunting Squirrels:AR15firin:AR15firin: AR15firin!!!!!!!!!

Crowe

08-09-2011, 20:42

Gutted, wish you'd have PM'd me. Glad the idea of the seats worked. If you go again, dont forget me please. In the meantime, got a date sorted for Oct ?
Crowe.

Globetrotter.uk

09-09-2011, 12:05

Video has been edited

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMPAZHsx1cY

Damascus

09-09-2011, 15:42

So much better with the music, should we be calling you David Putman now!!!!!!!!!

Damascus

13-09-2011, 20:45

15th Oct weekend, normal meet up at thickthorne, just need the numbers

Smoke magnet.

Globetrotter.uk

13-09-2011, 22:04

Should be ok as long as swmbo is ok

Damascus

14-09-2011, 19:51

Hi Gt

Have you mod'd the cooker yet, if how does it run now

D

Globetrotter.uk

14-09-2011, 19:56

It don't run ain't got legs. Will be doing it this week and then making another video.

Whittler Kev

14-09-2011, 21:13

15th Oct weekend, normal meet up at thickthorne, just need the numbers

Smoke Magnet Dave
Steven Spielberg Dave
Forgot about last time so didn't bring the snozzers Whittler Kev
Back from sailing the 7 seas Crowe

and........................... .....................

Crowe

15-09-2011, 09:44

Hi Dave , thanks for organizing. Looking forward to 15. Kev, please add me to the list
Cheers
Crowe

SI-Den

19-09-2011, 09:10

Bugger, I'd love to come along on the 15th but am off to Beckingham transit camp for an ACF course that weekend.

Hey ho, maybe next time!

Den

Damascus

23-09-2011, 13:50

Whittler Kev

23-09-2011, 14:48

Been over to the site today, had a bit of a tidy.

Made a rocket stove to use when we meet up just needs to be installed so to speak, so it's permanent fixture there.:campfire::campfire:

See you all on the 15th

Permanent fixture? I'll soon want a portaloo there :lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao:

15th Oct weekend, normal meet up at thickthorne, just need the numbers

Smoke Magnet Dave
Steven Spielberg Dave
Forgot about last time so didn't bring the snozzers Whittler Kev
Back from sailing the 7 seas Crowe

and........................... .....................

Globetrotter.uk

23-09-2011, 16:01

Mountain Warehouse coming to Norwich next to Jarrolds on London street. Great place for clothes.

15th Oct weekend, normal meet up at thickthorne, just need the numbers

Smoke Magnet Dave
Steven Spielberg Dave
Forgot about last time so didn't bring the snozzers Whittler Kev
Back from sailing the 7 seas Crowe

and........................... .....................

norfolkjohn

25-09-2011, 16:11

Just checked my duty rota am working AGAIN ! ! law of averages say's i must get to one sooner or later.
Have a great one maybe see you on the next meeting ?
I now have most of what i need and it would great if i could exchange ideas and get any tips or advice.

Globetrotter.uk

02-10-2011, 08:10

I went over to rapps place in cambs on Thursday we chatted for a long time and it was nearly midnight before we headed to the so called woodland to set up camp. It's an orchard mate I said but I'm tired so here's the adventure. Finding at 12am in the dark a place suitable to ridge up tarp and hammock. Among tall nettles too. Well the brow of the trees were the only option. And soon we had our camp set including an open fire. Mind you with the apples keep falling and in the back of my mind of the panther sighting reports, I laid awake all night and managed to miss the hammock after nipping to loo. Ouch those nettles. Apart from that we had a good day afterwards rigging his new shed in the heatwave.

http://s255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/?action=view&current=100_2805.jpg&evt=user_media_share

Crowe

02-10-2011, 15:53

Hope to be there and looking forward to t
Crowe

Whittler Kev

02-10-2011, 17:37

Hope to be there and looking forward to t
Crowe
Is that High T or a cup of T?

Damascus

04-10-2011, 20:39

Well only two weeks to go, looks like we are the only ones going,

Communal cooking as usual, I have some chunks of bacon, thought of trying one of those mountain man breakfasts in the dutch oven.

Any ideas for dinner

the smoke magnet

RAPPLEBY2000

05-10-2011, 22:00

Hi guys not been around for a while, not even in Norfolk anyomre Boo hoo!

I should say the photo

What Globetrotter didn't say is I was trying an idea, as he says there were few hanging points so in the dark I piled up a few fallen branches and used them as a attachment point which was risky but I thought I'd give it a go, main problem, too much angle so whilst sleeping I slipped down the hammock and bum sat on floor. otherwise sucsessful, by the way I did see a big cat a few days ago, an escaped "Bengal cat".
http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/100_2805.jpg

Damascus

07-10-2011, 14:43

Hi

Had a tidy up and dug fire pit and built a nice little rocket stove to cook on, took pic's but can't seem to get them on to the site.

I works a dream too.

Smoke magnet

Damascus

08-10-2011, 11:29

A few pic's of the rocket stove

http://i415.photobucket.com/albums/pp235/elbarty/PA070334.jpg
http://i415.photobucket.com/albums/pp235/elbarty/PA070336.jpg
http://i415.photobucket.com/albums/pp235/elbarty/PA070337.jpg
http://i415.photobucket.com/albums/pp235/elbarty/PA070340.jpg
http://i415.photobucket.com/albums/pp235/elbarty/PA070343.jpg

I have taken a few more in various stages of construction

Smoke magnet

Globetrotter.uk

09-10-2011, 04:56

Wow that looks great, hope I can still make the weekend. I'm laid up at home and feeling pretty rough. Will confirm by text Dave if I can't make it.

Whittler Kev

09-10-2011, 10:14

Not well? Drag yourself there Saturday Mr. Spielberg (I'm bringing prezzies and other goodies ;)). Seriously GWS Dave

Damascus

09-10-2011, 14:17

Hi

GT sorry to hear you not feeling too good there is a bug going round at the moment laying loads off work.

A Santa Kev is it, can't wait............

So who is coming, meet at Thickthorne as usual about 9-30 to go, Kev are you going straight there and GT do you need picking up or shall we see you there too.

I will do a mountain man breakfast on Sunday morning, who is doing dinner Saturday evening and Kev are you Snorker man again.

kind regards

Smoke magnet.

Globetrotter.uk

12-10-2011, 09:03

I'm feeling better but very drained. I will be coming Saturday and meet at thickthorn not staying overnight, I'll bring some cakes.

Damascus

14-10-2011, 15:40

See you all at Thickthorne, tomorrow.

Smoke magnet

Crowe

14-10-2011, 17:01

Been away for a couple of days. see you at thickthorne tmorrow.
crowe

Whittler Kev

14-10-2011, 17:52

Been to Blackpool to see the lights (SWMBO treat :240:)
I'll see you all at the wood.:)
Is the drive nice and hard?:drive:
Are you taking your big stew DO pots Dave? :confused:
If you are, I can bring some food for Sat evening and the Snozzies etc :bigok:. My treat for all this weekend:grouphug::campfire:
Going out with SWMBO Sunday as it was her 50th earlier in the week and our 30th anniversary on Monday :surrender:so can't stop over unfortunately. :(

Damascus

14-10-2011, 18:00

Track is ok to drive on and yes to the pot, see you at the site Kev and the rest at thickthorne

Globetrotter.uk

14-10-2011, 18:49

bags packed and im leaving early morning before anything else stops me getting out, Wife managed to cut her head in a fit last night seems ok now but needs monitoring etc, so junior is looking after her, im coming for most of the day.

Crowe

15-10-2011, 08:17

Sorry guys, can't make it till pm. See you at Hethel later - Hope this reaches you in time

Crowe

Globetrotter.uk

15-10-2011, 20:02

Today was off to a great start with two of us getting small cuts to our hands but it didnt stop us having a great day.

A few photo's from today.

Dave with his Rocket stove
http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/100_2815.jpg
top marks mate.

Kev in fish-nets

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/100_2818.jpg

Hey kev nice to see you relaxed.

relaxing around the rocket stove

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/100_2822.jpg

a great day despite not able to stay over, looking forward to the next one.

Whittler Kev

15-10-2011, 20:20

That bit of liberated netting is the dogs doodas - thanks again Crowe. Cheers all for a good Saturday

WolfCrafter

17-10-2011, 22:00

Good to see you got your tripod chair built Crowe! Any close up pics on how you fashioned it together? ..nice rocket stove Dave!

Globetrotter.uk

25-10-2011, 19:30

Hi guys/girls
I wished I had my hobo right now, on stuck in London waiting to get a coach home. Been to RAF museum with junior. 3 hr trip home to look forward to.

Damascus

27-10-2011, 18:21

Hi All
Just to let you know the surgery went well yesterday and nothing else was found, just very sore and having to wait for the biopsy results which could take up to 2 weeks

all the best
Smoke magnet

Globetrotter.uk

27-10-2011, 19:43

Glad to hear it, praying the result is good news.

Whittler Kev

27-10-2011, 20:18

goodjobgoodjobgoodjobgoodjob

Crowe

29-10-2011, 11:56

Thats good news Dave, glad to hear that. Expect your eating lots of ice cream
Crowe

SI-Den

30-10-2011, 10:11

The pic's look great, shame I couldn't come along :-(

I'll deffinatly be interested in the next get together - even just for the day!

Den

Damascus

01-11-2011, 13:57

Hi Guys

Had the results back today, I'm free I'm free (camp voice)

The biopsy was clear i wasn't cancer now lets move on..................tomorrow is a new day

Damascus

01-11-2011, 14:03

Hi guys

With Xmas looming:christmas2: how's about a xmas meet up, Sat or Sun and have a few choice nibbles.:campfire:

Over to you

Smoke magnet

Globetrotter.uk

01-11-2011, 17:04

Brilliant news Dave, I'm away from 20th Dec. Should be up for a day meet.

Damascus

02-11-2011, 16:32

The 10th Dec for the Ho Ho Ho down at Hethel then......................

Whittler Kev

04-11-2011, 14:00

The 10th Dec for the Ho Ho Ho down at Hethel then......................
Good news Dave.

Count me in for the 10th

Damascus

04-11-2011, 17:36

Can you think of any xmas fodder,

got me new toy today, 243 all shiney stainless steel, coooo cooooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Whittler Kev

04-11-2011, 18:03

Can you think of any xmas fodder,

got me new toy today, 243 all shiney stainless steel, coooo cooooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Nothing wrong with cheese snorkers :bigok: Could put some holly on them or sprinkle some stuffing on them :rofl:

Damascus

05-11-2011, 10:21

I'll bring some Blitzen burgers along, well bambi fillet anyways.

Ho Ho Ho

Globetrotter.uk

05-11-2011, 12:52

I'll supply the bread baps and onions also how about a Christmas pudding? Can we steam it?

Whittler Kev

05-11-2011, 13:07

I'll supply the bread baps and onions also how about a Christmas pudding? Can we steam it?
:christmas2:Have you got a two part steamer? or could we bake it in Dave's DO:camping:?
Do we need snorkers then or not?:confused:
:christmas1:

Damascus

05-11-2011, 15:04

Always snorkers and sauce.

This is for those who have expressed interest and here is an opportunity to come and see, let us know and come along don;t be shy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Smoke magnet

Damascus

08-11-2011, 21:06

Hi All

Ben is coming too, so that's four any one else?????????

Kev I have anice watch strap buckle for you, real sturdy chrome one if you still need one.

smoke magnet

Whittler Kev

08-11-2011, 23:34

OOOh . Yes please

Damascus

09-11-2011, 19:37

I'll bring it to the meet or do you want me to post it if so send PM your address please I appear to have mislaid it, I don't mind either way

Smoke'''''''''''''''''''

Whittler Kev

09-11-2011, 19:57

The meet will do. Cheers dude

Globetrotter.uk

11-11-2011, 19:49

My BCUK tee shirt arrived today, now I feel like a member.

Whittler Kev

11-11-2011, 21:04

My BCUK tee shirt arrived today, now I feel like a member.
C'mon Anthea,,,,give us a twirl:lmao:

Globetrotter.uk

14-11-2011, 16:39

Advance notice:

East Anglian game & country fair

April 28/29 2012

Book online now save money in advance.

How about a planned meet up?

Damascus

14-11-2011, 19:40

I go most years a meet up sounds good to me

norfolkjohn

17-11-2011, 21:12

I would be up for a meet at the game and country fair,it would good to finally meet some of you !

Globetrotter.uk

18-11-2011, 19:09

Which day is best for you guys?

Damascus

18-11-2011, 20:08

Saturday is best for me

norfolkjohn

19-11-2011, 19:45

I will book the time off as leave, the dates are 28TH & 29TH of April, unless of those dates happen to be my days off.
And as as live north of the city i can get there OK.
Either day works for me.
will keep in touch.

Globetrotter.uk

20-11-2011, 08:09

Let's make it the Saturday, book in advance get £4 off entry. Nearer the time we can arrange arrange the time to meet up.

Damascus

20-11-2011, 12:28

That's a roger dodger!!!!!!!!!!!!!

norfolkjohn

20-11-2011, 18:33

That's fine by me the Saturday it is then, booking in advance a good idea.

Whittler Kev

20-11-2011, 19:28

So the 10th December :campfire:
Who do we have?

Damascus
GlobetrotterUK
Ben
Whittler Kev (and little Alfie who you haven't met yet :approve: )

and......:dunno:......

:welcome1: all you rest...get your names added

Globetrotter.uk

20-11-2011, 19:42

A VIP guess maybe coming?

Damascus

21-11-2011, 20:24

Would that be the "Chimney Sweep"???????

Globetrotter.uk

21-11-2011, 20:47

He might come but he's not the VIP

Whittler Kev

25-11-2011, 18:28

He's a coming to get you.

Globetrotter.uk

03-12-2011, 20:32

Wake up guys why is it so quiet, who's ready for next sat? I've got some individual puddings I need a large pan to simmer them in or eat cold. I'm bring onions and bread rolls too.

Whittler Kev

03-12-2011, 21:07

Told my daughter she's got to wait until sat to move as I'm "whittling". Little Alfies ready too

Damascus

04-12-2011, 12:45

Looking forward to the day out, I'll being some venison and skillets and the kettle, there is only so much room by the time we have had the snorkers I will pop.

So a yo ho ho and see you there, what about some of you quiet one in Norfolk and abouts please don't be shy we don't bite.

What about meet up, I will pick up GT from Park n ride if you need a lift, Kev meet there or at the farm.

regards

Smoke Magnet

Whittler Kev

04-12-2011, 13:11

I'll meet you there with the snorkers and cheese. You taking all the cooking stuff Dave?

Globetrotter.uk

04-12-2011, 16:39

I'll make my own way there cheers dave, so do you guys want the Christmas puds and ifso do we want custard or cream? I can either bring individual puds or one big one which would be easier to heat.

Whittler Kev

04-12-2011, 17:26

I reckon one big 'un would be easier to prep etc especially if Dave brings the big pot :approve:
Saw a tip for a chopping/prep board. It was just a plastic bottle with the ends cut off and the split top to bottom so it rolls up in your bag ;). Neat or what?
goodjob

Globetrotter.uk

05-12-2011, 06:42

Is it a 10am meet at site?

Damascus

05-12-2011, 20:48

!0 am at the farm, I will bring me old dutchie if needed,

Any one else out there !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!

Globetrotter.uk

07-12-2011, 10:44

So who's coming on the 10th December?

Damascus
GlobetrotterUK
Ben
Whittler Kev (and little Alfie who you haven't met yet
Hopefully Rapps (VIP)

all you rest...get your names added

Whittler Kev

07-12-2011, 10:58

So who's coming on the 10th December?

Damascus
GlobetrotterUK
Ben
Whittler Kev (and little Alfie who you haven't met yet
Hopefully Rapps (VIP)

all you rest...get your names added
BTW I prefer a lovely thick cream on xmas pud....I also like custard mind :rofl:

norfolkjohn

07-12-2011, 22:59

I can make the 10TH just tell me how to get there as i will have to make it under my own steam, there and back to Norwich.

Globetrotter.uk

08-12-2011, 06:43

I can make the 10TH just tell me how to get there as i will have to make it under my own steam, there and back to Norwich.

Pm sent re travel

Damascus

08-12-2011, 17:32

Norfolk john do you need picking up at Thickthorne or are you meeting up with GT and making your own way to the farm, let me know, pick up 9 30, otherwise I will go straight to the farm

Do you need a big pot for boiling for the puds GT or you bring your own.
D

Globetrotter.uk

08-12-2011, 21:18

Norfolk John and I are meeting up and getting the bus. As for pot please can you bring yours.

Whittler Kev

08-12-2011, 21:28

It will be nice to meet someone new

So who's coming on the 10th December?

Damascus
GlobetrotterUK
Ben
Whittler Kev (and little Alfie who you haven't met yet)
Norfolk John
Hopefully Rapps (VIP)

all you rest...get your names added

RAPPLEBY2000

08-12-2011, 23:26

Hi guy's been so busy building and working i've not had time for a social life, boo hoo.
I should be ok for 10th I'll try to get there hopefully around the same time, to show you my various DIY related injuries, ;)

Whittler Kev

09-12-2011, 18:40

Keep away from the fans chaps. I think something is about to hit....oops, too late:rolleyes:.
Bah Humbug.:tongue-ti
Went to work this morning and my alternator light came on. No overheating and the belt was OK so kept going:drive:.
Started all right to come home :approve: - no alternator light. Went to the PO and re-posted my crafty Santa gifts (I'll explain later).
Car started and no alternator light. Stalled the car in Huntingdon....dead flat battery:11doh:.
AA came, put new battery on and followed me home. No alternator light after the car had started.
Got home OK - no alternator light :approve:. Put my battery on. Booster started me. Tester on and the battery AND alternator are both US.:aargh4:
Took it to the garage with the AA following me. New alternator and battery ordered to be delivered this afternoon.:bigok::empty:
Rang up at 4:45 to be told that both alternators that had been sent were wrong (apparently there are 4 different ones for 2 litre HDi engines) and the next wouldn't be delivered until 11 am Saturday morning:soapbox:. Hopefully may still be able to get there by alternative methods. If not :sadwavey::rant::tapedshut

Damascus

09-12-2011, 18:43

Hard luck Kev, fingers crossed

Whittler Kev

10-12-2011, 08:15

Struggling today but may arrive late just for an hour if the car gets done. (I have pressies boo hoo :()

Globetrotter.uk

10-12-2011, 18:58

It twas the fortnight before Christmas and all the good boys went out to play

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/100_2892.jpg

but one went out to view the sky again!

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/100_2888.jpg

There was a good feast for all to have

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/100_2887.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/100_2884.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/100_2886.jpg

and a nice warm fire too

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh155/beadsnbuckles/100_2882.jpg

The Christmas pudding went down a treat,but most of all it was the company of friends olde and new.

Happy Christmas to you all

Whittler Kev

10-12-2011, 20:07

Nice to see two new faces and see us old hands there again. Roll on Jan (or Feb) meeting.
Next time DON'T EAT ALL THE VENISON AND RIBS & BELLY PORK BEFORE I GET THERE
:( :sadwavey: :sigh:

:deal: :beerchug: :drive:

:twak: :slap: :nutkick: :surrender: :sulkoff:

:naughty: :red: :D
:rofl::rofl::rofl::lmao::lmao: :lmao::lmao::lmao:

BTW

:christmas1:
:christmas2:

Damascus

10-12-2011, 20:52

:christmas2:
Yo ho ho, great day plenty of food, (oops sorry Kev) roll on the New Year and some new ideas. Nice to see you all
and hope to see some more new faces in the new year.:christmas2:

RAPPLEBY2000

10-12-2011, 20:59

nice day, wishing it was an overnighter now I have some seriously warm kit!:)

norfolkjohn

11-12-2011, 21:10

HI guys, well all in all not a bad day out ! ! somewhat disheartened at small turn out.
There must be more Norfolk Members out there (6) at this meet and i was the newbie making the 6th.
but you were all good company nonetheless.
See you at the next one hopefully with more than 6.

Come on you guys, GET OUT there with us.

Damascus

13-12-2011, 17:33

Hi Guys

Just to let you know I have bought a bottle of Chianti (Hannibal's favourite) and a box of Thorntons choc's for John and Denise, what I am asking is who shall I say are they from, "The Campsite Cowboys",

You're suggestions please!!!!!

norfolkjohn

13-12-2011, 18:49

Hell Yeah, sounds good to me, from now on call me Big slim ! ! !

Whittler Kev

13-12-2011, 19:32

Works for me ;)

Globetrotter.uk

14-12-2011, 11:38

Go for it Dave,

Globetrotter.uk

20-12-2011, 18:00

Happy Christmas to all and see you all in New year.

norfolkjohn

21-12-2011, 18:22

And from me to you all a very merry Christmas and happy New year ! !

Damascus

22-12-2011, 18:47

:christmas2:Merry Xmas one and all:christmas2:

Look forward to a new year and new things

Kind regards

Smoke Magnet

Whittler Kev

23-12-2011, 19:20

:christmas1::christmas1::chris tmas1::240:Its Xmas eve eve :240::christmas1::christmas1:: christmas1:
See you all in the new year
'ave a gud un

Whittler Kev

24-12-2011, 09:47

IT'S XMAS EVE

:christmas2:

Globetrotter.uk

31-12-2011, 21:17

It's new year eve, just home after 10 hour rail trip. Brought 4 new sharps while away, see you folks when I'm next free.

Damascus

01-01-2012, 17:56

Happy new year to you all

Whittler Kev

01-01-2012, 18:15

Happy 2012 one and all

rabbitrex

01-01-2012, 22:11

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Damascus

17-01-2012, 12:02

Whittler Kev

18-01-2012, 19:40

Not the first weekend though please as it the British Blade BBQ

Globetrotter.uk

18-01-2012, 20:54

Not the first weekend for me too, swmbo and I are away for some reason. Something to do with anniversary, whatever that is?

Whittler Kev

19-01-2012, 19:33

Anytime now as the BB BBQ is now the first Sunday in March (4th)

munkiboi182

29-01-2012, 13:20

hi, a newbie to the forum here. looking for a meet in the north norfolk/norwich area. heading out on my own is all well an good but its limiting what i can learn and really wanna exand my repetoir.

Globetrotter.uk

29-01-2012, 13:25

Welcome Munkiboi182 hope we will have a date soon for a meet next month. Always glad to have new faces about.

Whittler Kev

29-01-2012, 13:51

Always glad to have new faces about.
Especially another geocacher Dave?
:rofl: :rofl:
BTW where is Buxton, Norfolk?

Globetrotter.uk

29-01-2012, 14:21

Especially another geocacher Dave?
:rofl: :rofl:
BTW where is Buxton, Norfolk?

Buxton is on the bure valley. Between wroxham and aylesham

Damascus

29-01-2012, 14:33

Hi Monkiboi

As soon as get sorted wit shifts to suit the majority will sort a weekend (Sat) so stay posted

Smoke magnet

munkiboi182

29-01-2012, 15:58

great, thanks. looking foward to it

munkiboi182

30-01-2012, 01:25

Incase anyone is interested, ill be going for a wander/forage on sat morning. I'll be the main carpark at 10am for 15 mins. The more the merrier....................... .......bump

munkiboi182

04-02-2012, 07:55

Incase any one is planning to join me, I may be a little late. Swmbo is 26 weeks preggers and takes priority over bc when she is in pain. So when we get back from the mid wife I will be goin out to play. I think she does it on purpose cos its only ever when I make plans, lol

munkiboi182

05-02-2012, 14:04

i failed to get out yesterday in the end but manage to go for a short walk in the woods today. I'm gonna take a trip to mousehold heath tomorrow as i havent been there before. and i have the whole day to explore. is any one any closer to getting out for a night? im getting twitchy.

Whittler Kev

05-02-2012, 14:22

Hi one and all

Got talking with Norfolk John how's about a meet up in Feb, Saturday date to be confirmed, checking shifts etc etc, so watch this space and

Hello any newbies Don't be Shy

Smoke magnet

Any dates thought of yet Dave? It is Feb you know. Glad it wasn't this weekend :rofl:

munkiboi182

05-02-2012, 14:33

Glad it wasn't this weekend :rofl: i would love to have been out this weekend, couldnt think of a better time. i'm free any time through feb. would be good to meet the locals. feel i may have bumped into one or two at the car park to bacton woods rescuing a woman and her car from the snow

Globetrotter.uk

05-02-2012, 15:26

I'm going to the Heath tomorrow, you might see me on your walk. I will have a green maxpedition bag with me.

Damascus

05-02-2012, 20:16

Hi all

Things are quiet, no date for feb methinks how about March and maybes an early overnighter to boot,

Monkiboi, any connection to the canoeman by chance???

smokemagnet

munkiboi182

05-02-2012, 21:56

yeah im the companny monkey!!!

Damascus

06-02-2012, 17:52

are you Darcy's little helper on board ship

munkiboi182

06-02-2012, 20:43

ha ha. somedays i have to chase darcy around with a pooper scoop but its uisce that rocks the boat when out paddling. what r ur links to TCM?

munkiboi182

06-02-2012, 21:00

I'm going to the Heath tomorrow, you might see me on your walk. I will have a green maxpedition bag with me.

pleasure to meet you today GT. thanks for showing me the way around mousehold. had a good day of it and after we parted ways i headed down the other way as far as i could, found a nice pile of logs for a dry seat and cooked up some lunch. also found a fairly secluded spot i might consider for bunking out one nite soon,

Damascus

06-02-2012, 21:38

munkiboi182

06-02-2012, 23:20

I know Jaz and Rachel quite well mainly through Eagle Canoe club, I am friends with Rachels brother Ian.

Do you paddle much, plan to take Norfolk John out when things warm up your'e more than welcome to tag along

Ah. Would you know Emma and L.A Luke too then.? Paddling would be great. I can take a boat from work any time I like so long as its not needed for business. Where are you planning to paddle? I'm well clued up on the bure, though it does help having a view of it from my window.