View Full Version : West Mdlands Meet - Summer'08
Following on from this (http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showpost.php?p=404264&postcount=217) thread
Meet dates (still to be finalised):
June - 27 - 29 (It's possible that the site is fully booked - 11 doesn't get used much though so it'd be worth checking with the site)
July - 18 - 20 (a fortnight prior to the Bushmoot)
or
July 25 - 27 (the weekend before the Moot).
Location (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/) is Rough Close Campsite.
Price (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/attachments/RC%20Price%20List%2008.pdf) is £3.60 per person per night.
Family friendly - so your youngsters are welcome!
Can people please bring a bit of spare change rather than just notes - I have to use public transport to get to work during the week.
Each of the pocket campsites has a designated area for ground fires; to keep the site tidier and easier to use - outside of the designated areas contained fires can be used (raised half drums and trail stoves etc).
I believe that during drought that the site retains the privillege to ban ground/open/open (etc) fires for as long as they deem fit for the safety of both those on site and of the site itself - I really can't see this being a problem at the moment . The site, according to MAGIC, is a mix of Ancient and Semi-Natural and Ancient Replanted woodland – There is a SSSI which shares its borders with the S/E corner of the site - the MAGIC site is being worked on at the moment but I'll enable a link as soon as I can.
Oh, and I'll aim for site 11 again :D
I'm also open to booking archery and/or shooting (.177 airrifles)
List (copy, paste and add yourself ..... yada, yada, yada)
decorum - hammock
Err...don't you need to change the month...?
Are you sure that's May?
Err...don't you need to change the month...?
With the site being slow (multi time-outs) and my scumputer repeatedly trying (and eventually succeeding) to do an auto shut down to activate updates I went for the get it up and then play with it approach - but yes the date needed changing :rolleyes:
Mesquite
28-05-2008, 21:32
decorum - hammock
Mersquite + possible 1 extra Tarp. Any date is good for me
With the site being slow (multi time-outs) ......
34 minutes of trying to post this question :yikes:
Could a Mod put the i in Midlands in the thread title - please.
Thanks in advance.
EDIT: I've finally worked out that I could do that for myself :twak:
EDIT 2: And then I found out that it only looked like I could do it myself :twak: :slap: :twak:
Mesquite
28-05-2008, 22:05
Could a Mod put the i in Midlands in the thread title - please.
Dec, Until you pointed the spelling mistake I never noticed it. I wonder how many other have ;)
Oops - double post.
EDIT: Time outs caused me to miss the first posting and changes made in the second would have led to confusion :o .
Dec, Until you pointed the spelling mistake I never noticed it. I wonder how many other have ;)
I use the search facility to keep info in the Meet threads in line with each other - I know :22: - and spelling mistakes beguile the search facility (and others might use the facility too :lmao: )
maverick moocher
28-05-2008, 22:58
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decorum - hammock
Mersquite + possible 1 extra Tarp. Any date is good for me
maverick--hammock--can't make July18th-20th--Archery and air rifle please.
Bootstrap Bob
29-05-2008, 07:38
decorum - hammock
Mersquite + possible 1 extra Tarp. Any date is good for me
maverick--hammock--can't make July18th-20th--Archery and air rifle please
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi, Archery please - July 18th-20th preferable.
Wallenstein
29-05-2008, 08:45
decorum - hammock
Mersquite + possible 1 extra Tarp. Any date is good for me
maverick--hammock--can't make July18th-20th--Archery and air rifle please
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi, Archery please - July 18th-20th preferable.
Wallenstein - tent - rifles please - either of the July dates, can't make June
Mesquite
29-05-2008, 09:33
decorum - hammock
Mersquite + possible 2 extra Tarp. Any date is good for me. Archery and Air rifle please
maverick--hammock--can't make July18th-20th--Archery and air rifle please
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi, Archery please - July 18th-20th preferable.
Wallenstein - tent - rifles please - either of the July dates, can't make June
decorum - hammock
Mersquite + possible 2 extra Tarp. Any date is good for me. Archery and Air rifle please
maverick--hammock--can't make July18th-20th--Archery and air rifle please
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi, Archery please - July 18th-20th preferable.
Wallenstein - tent - rifles please - either of the July dates, can't make June
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks - any date.
I think that, because of the date spread so far, I'll do a 'pick the date out of the hat' tomorrow -
decorum - hammock
Mesquite + possible 2 extra Tarp. Any date is good for me. Archery and Air rifle please
maverick--hammock--can't make July18th-20th--Archery and air rifle please
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi, Archery please - July 18th-20th preferable.
Wallenstein - tent - rifles please - either of the July dates, can't make June
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks - any date.
We have to get in early because it's the busy season, both for pitches and for booked activities.
Would anyone be up for a replay of the raffle run at the last Meet? I've no problem with sorting something (or things) to raffle off.
EDIT:
I should have mentioned pricing for Air Rifle shooting is £25.00 per hour (Site Instructor Led and max 12 per session) and
Archery is £22.00 per hour (Site Instructor Led and max 12 per session)
Again, I'm inclined to put a limt of 6 - 8 people per session; allowing each person the chance to get a good few rounds down the range(s).
I'll have to put my name down nearer the time :) but I'm up for it as long as I'm not working :)
Matt Weir
29-05-2008, 15:56
I'll have to put my name down nearer the time :) but I'm up for it as long as I'm not working :)
Me too Dec. I'll let you know soon as I can.
woodstock
29-05-2008, 17:08
Im not really fussed about dates any idea what site it will be on Decorum
decorum - hammock
Mesquite + possible 2 extra Tarp. Any date is good for me. Archery and Air rifle please
maverick--hammock--can't make July18th-20th--Archery and air rifle please
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi, Archery please - July 18th-20th preferable.
Wallenstein - tent - rifles please - either of the July dates, can't make June
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks - any date.
Woodstock -hammock
Mesquite
30-05-2008, 19:14
Would anyone be up for a replay of the raffle run at the last Meet? I've no problem with sorting something (or things) to raffle off.
I'm up for doing a raffle but rather than you get the prizes Dec how about this instead?
Everyone brings something to put in the raffle and we make 3 or 4 secret 'goody bags' with them. Then people can buy any number of tickets at perhaps 50p per ticket and winners pick a bag without knowing what's in it. The proceeds go towards either Rough Close for letting us use such a wonderful place for us to stay at or your forestry class equipment.
How does that sound to everyone?
I'll have to put my name down nearer the time :) but I'm up for it as long as I'm not working :)
Me too Dec. I'll let you know soon as I can.
No problem - real life should always come first :D
Im not really fussed about dates any idea what site it will be on ......
Hopefully we'll be on eleven again.
I thought I had posted interest in this thread, maybe on the last page but the site is a little clunky ATM so I won't start digging round! Anyway, date dependant i would love to come along, probably in the tent at the moment due to a lack of sufficiently large tarp!
I'd be interested in popping along, work commitments allowing as I am now on a rota to work one in three Saturdays! :rolleyes:
You did :D
I'm up for doing a raffle but ...... how about this instead?
Everyone brings something ...... we make 3 or 4 secret 'goody bags' ...... people can buy any number of tickets at perhaps 50p per ticket and winners pick a bag without knowing what's in it. The proceeds go towards either Rough Close for letting us use such a wonderful place for us to stay at or your forestry class equipment.
How does that sound to everyone?
A sort of bran tub meets musical chairs then?
decorum - hammock
Mesquite + possible 2 extra Tarp. Any date is good for me. Archery and Air rifle please
maverick--hammock--can't make July18th-20th--Archery and air rifle please
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi, Archery please - July 18th-20th preferable.
Wallenstein - tent - rifles please - either of the July dates, can't make June
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks - any date.
Woodstock -hammock
T1tch - hammock (real life allowing, will confirm once date is set)
decorum - hammock
Mesquite + possible 2 extra Tarp. Any date is good for me. Archery and Air rifle please
maverick--hammock--can't make July18th-20th--Archery and air rifle please
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi, Archery please - July 18th-20th preferable.
Wallenstein - tent - rifles please - either of the July dates, can't make June
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks - any date.
Woodstock -hammock
T1tch - hammock (real life allowing, will confirm once date is set)
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set)
decorum - hammock
Mesquite + possible 2 extra Tarp. Any date is good for me. Archery and Air rifle please
maverick--hammock--can't make July18th-20th--Archery and air rifle please
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi, Archery please - July 18th-20th preferable.
Wallenstein - tent - rifles please - either of the July dates, can't make June
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks - any date.
Woodstock -hammock
T1tch - hammock (real life allowing, will confirm once date is set)
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set)
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again. July 18th-20th preferable. Definitely can't make the last July dates and the June dates are looking really tricky.
Um, guess the title says it all really ...... except that, if all goes to plan, I should be able to confirm that the date and pitch (hopefully 11 will be available again) is booked some time tomorrow.
decorum - hammock
Mesquite + possible 2 extra Tarp. Any date is good for me. Archery and Air rifle please
maverick--hammock--can't make July18th-20th--Archery and air rifle please
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi, Archery please - July 18th-20th preferable.
Wallenstein - tent - rifles please - either of the July dates, can't make June
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks - any date.
Woodstock -hammock
T1tch - hammock (real life allowing, will confirm once date is set)
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set)
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again. July 18th-20th preferable. Definitely can't make the last July dates and the June dates are looking really tricky.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
all depends on dates for me too, weddings and hols and stuff. July does look good for me.
Bodge:)
Bodge, Oliver wants to know if Adam is coming again?
Cheers
Bodge, Oliver wants to know if Adam is coming again?
Cheers
I dont think I could keep him away if i tried, we've just got back from the windermere meet and he has been very sad:( about leaving the meet again.
bodge:)
woodstock
31-05-2008, 22:29
Scrumpy I have a copy of survival greens cd for you can you remind me nearer the time so as I dont forget it
Ps if anyone else would like a copy feel free to ask
Bodge, excellent news, that will make the little feller happy!
Woodstock, I really fancy a look at this, lets hope your memory is better than mine. Would you post me a copy if I paid? or upload it somewhere?
woodstock
31-05-2008, 23:03
Bodge, excellent news, that will make the little feller happy!
Woodstock, I really fancy a look at this, lets hope your memory is better than mine. Would you post me a copy if I paid? or upload it somewhere?
Just pm me your address and I'll stick a copy in the post
date and work dependent
decorum - hammock
Mesquite + possible 2 extra Tarp. Any date is good for me. Archery and Air rifle please
maverick--hammock--can't make July18th-20th--Archery and air rifle please
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi, Archery please - July 18th-20th preferable.
Wallenstein - tent - rifles please - either of the July dates, can't make June
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks - any date.
Woodstock -hammock
T1tch - hammock (real life allowing, will confirm once date is set)
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set)
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again. July 18th-20th preferable. Definitely can't make the last July dates and the June dates are looking really tricky.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr tarp hope so
Mesquite
01-06-2008, 17:31
.............survival greens cd .....................Ps if anyone else would like a copy feel free to ask
I might appear dim here but one never knows unless one asks...... what is survival greens cd?
date and work dependent
decorum - hammock
Mesquite + possible 2 extra Tarp. Any date is good for me. Archery and Air rifle please
maverick--hammock--can't make July18th-20th--Archery and air rifle please
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi, Archery please - July 18th-20th preferable.
Wallenstein - tent - rifles please - either of the July dates, can't make June
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks - any date.
Woodstock -hammock
T1tch - hammock (real life allowing, will confirm once date is set)
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set)
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again. July 18th-20th preferable. Definitely can't make the last July dates and the June dates are looking really tricky.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr tarp hope so
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent
Adam.
...... if all goes to plan ......
All went according to plan ...... for once :D . We're booked onto site eleven for the w/e of 18 - 20 July.
I've talked to the site, but not booked, the air rifles or archery as I'd forgotten to ask Mesquite whether his possible extra two were also possible shooters ...... and to see whether others would like to shoot on either or both ranges.
So far, for shooting, we have:
Mesquite (+ possible 2 extra) - Archery and Air rifle
maverick (can't make July18th-20th) - Archery and air rifle
Bootstrap Bob - Archery.
Wallenstein - rifles.
decorum - both - to make up numbers.
maverick - I've left you in in the hope that you might be able to join us.
Air Rifle shooting is £25.00 per hour (Site Instructor Led and max 12 per session) and
Archery is £22.00 per hour (Site Instructor Led and max 12 per session)
Again, I'm inclined to put a limit of 6 - 8 people per hour session; allowing each participant the chance to get a good few rounds down the range(s).
I've finally found out what the 'woodstore' on eleven is. It's a ...... woodstore! And the logs which had been conveniently cut to seat size are in fact ...... seats - Amazing deductive powers :lmao:
maverick moocher
01-06-2008, 19:16
In anticipation of this happening I've already juggled things around...so yeah...leave me in ;)
Thanks Dec
woodstock
02-06-2008, 02:49
I've finally found out what the 'woodstore' on eleven is. It's a ...... woodstore! And the logs which had been conveniently cut to seat size are in fact ...... seats - Amazing deductive powers :lmao:[/QUOTE]
We put our tripods for the fire in there god knows if anyone tried to sit on them they would have been 7 ft above the fire oh and can we have them back please.....:cop: there's a good lad
woodstock
02-06-2008, 03:01
I might appear dim here but one never knows unless one asks...... what is survival greens cd?
It was a add on to johnny Jumbalaya's book essential Survival Greens unreleased, he sent me a copy to have a look at if you would like to evaluate it I can send you a copy it Identifies loads of edible plants
PJMCBear
02-06-2008, 13:01
I'd love to come again, if only to try and find my steel.
decorum - hammock
Mesquite + possible 2 extra Tarp. Any date is good for me. Archery and Air rifle please
maverick--hammock--can't make July18th-20th--Archery and air rifle please
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi, Archery please - July 18th-20th preferable.
Wallenstein - tent - rifles please - either of the July dates, can't make June
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks - any date.
Woodstock -hammock
T1tch - hammock (real life allowing, will confirm once date is set)
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set)
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again. July 18th-20th preferable. Definitely can't make the last July dates and the June dates are looking really tricky.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr tarp hope so
PJMcBear - Hammock
Mesquite
02-06-2008, 14:40
I'd love to come again, if only to try and find my steel.
PJ, would you like me to bring my metal detector to assist you in your hunt? (providing I can remember where I put it when we moved house)
PJ, would you like me to bring my metal detector to assist you in your hunt? (providing I can remember where I put it when we moved house)
Do they make 'Metal Detector Detectors'
;)
PJMCBear
02-06-2008, 16:51
PJ, would you like me to bring my metal detector to assist you in your hunt? (providing I can remember where I put it when we moved house)
I don't think that'll be necessary. I know exactly where it is. I can't believe I didn't make sure it was secure, I'd only just got it. Which reminds me, Gary, PM me your address so I can get that shirt off to you.
WhichDoctor
02-06-2008, 17:55
At last haven't been able to get on here for ages. the date sounds good, put me down for it!
decorum - hammock
Mesquite + possible 2 extra Tarp. Any date is good for me. Archery and Air rifle please
maverick--hammock--can't make July18th-20th--Archery and air rifle please
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi, Archery please - July 18th-20th preferable.
Wallenstein - tent - rifles please - either of the July dates, can't make June
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks - any date.
Woodstock -hammock
T1tch - hammock (real life allowing, will confirm once date is set)
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set)
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again. July 18th-20th preferable. Definitely can't make the last July dates and the June dates are looking really tricky.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr tarp hope so
PJMcBear - Hammock
WhichDoctor - Tent. Archery and Air rifle please
...... I know exactly where it is ......
Erm, may not be there anymore - unless it became concealed. The site's quite busy at the moment and site eleven is used more regularly than it normally would be. It's been used at least once since the Meet and, I believe, is due to be used again quite soon.
I was there yesterday :oI - but should be on site a few times prior to the Meet, so if you P.M the location to me I'll do my best to get down there and pick it up.
woodstock
02-06-2008, 22:25
I don't think that'll be necessary. I know exactly where it is. I can't believe I didn't make sure it was secure, I'd only just got it. Which reminds me, Gary, PM me your address so I can get that shirt off to you.
Hi I have just seen your name on the group buy for the DD hammock did'nt you have a henessy at the last meet and if you dont get it before the next meet July you can borrow one of mine
PJMCBear
03-06-2008, 10:16
Thanks for the offer Woodstock, but I'm all set already. The group buy one is for my son - or that's what I'm telling the wife.
Decorum - If you remember where I was pitched, it's on a branch of the left hand tree (I think it was Ash), about 6ft up the trunk.
I'm up for doing a raffle but rather than you get the prizes Dec how about this instead?
Everyone brings something to put in the raffle and we make 3 or 4 secret 'goody bags' with them. Then people can buy any number of tickets at perhaps 50p per ticket and winners pick a bag without knowing what's in it. The proceeds go towards either Rough Close for letting us use such a wonderful place for us to stay at or your forestry class equipment.
How does that sound to everyone?
:red: :red: :red: Bumping Mesquite's idea :red: :red: :red:
...... it's on a branch of the left hand tree ...... about 6ft up the trunk.
Ok, no problems - if it's still there I'll, hopefully, be able to find it.
Meet List.
decorum - hammock (probably ground dwelling instead)
Mesquite + possible 2 extra Tarp.
maverick--hammock.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Wallenstein - tent
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
Woodstock -hammock
T1tch - hammock (real life allowing, will confirm once date is set)
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set)
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr - tarp - hope so
PJMcBear - Hammock
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Shooting List:
Mesquite (+ possible 2 extra) - Archery and Air rifle (Mesquite - is this a possible 3 shooting for rifle, for bow or for rifle and bow?)
maverick - Archery and air rifle
Bootstrap Bob - Archery.
Wallenstein - rifles.
WhichDoctor - Archery and Air rifle
decorum - both - if needed to make up numbers.
Anyone else?
IMPORTANT NOTE!:
Whilst I'm remembering - There is a legal requirement for using airrifles. Each participant must declare (and sign a form) stating that there is no legal restriction on them using any form of fire arm. This is the pdf file (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/attachments/Rifle%20Application.pdf) that needs to be filled out - parents need to sign for the children.
If you do not fill out and sign the form(s) you, or your child, will not even be allowed to pick a rifle up. - This note refers solely to using the airrifles and does not apply to archery.
date and work dependent
decorum - hammock
Mesquite + possible 2 extra Tarp. Any date is good for me. Archery and Air rifle please
maverick--hammock--can't make July18th-20th--Archery and air rifle please
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi, Archery please - July 18th-20th preferable.
Wallenstein - tent - rifles please - either of the July dates, can't make June
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks - any date.
Woodstock -hammock
T1tch - hammock (real life allowing, will confirm once date is set)
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set)
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again. July 18th-20th preferable. Definitely can't make the last July dates and the June dates are looking really tricky.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr tarp hope so
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent
Adam.
please let me come! i'll be good honest.;)
Adam.
please let me come! i'll be good honest.;)
Adam.
:lmao: Sorry 'bout that at some point in the thread you Dingone :D
Meet List.
decorum - hammock (probably ground dwelling instead)
Mesquite + possible 2 extra Tarp.
maverick--hammock.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Wallenstein - tent
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
Woodstock -hammock
T1tch - hammock (real life allowing, will confirm once date is set)
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set)
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr - tarp - hope so
PJMcBear - Hammock
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent
could i tag along?
i am SO new to bushcraft but am keen to learn ANYTHING!
decorum - hammock
Mesquite + possible 2 extra Tarp. Any date is good for me. Archery and Air rifle please
maverick--hammock--can't make July18th-20th--Archery and air rifle please
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi, Archery please - July 18th-20th preferable.
Wallenstein - tent - rifles please - either of the July dates, can't make June
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks - any date.
Woodstock -hammock
T1tch - hammock (real life allowing, will confirm once date is set)
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set)
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again. July 18th-20th preferable. Definitely can't make the last July dates and the June dates are looking really tricky.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
EEM in tent June dates preferably but will take anything!!
Now the date's set I'm in - list ammended accordingly:
decorum - hammock (probably ground dwelling instead)
Mesquite + possible 2 extra Tarp.
maverick--hammock.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Wallenstein - tent
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
Woodstock -hammock
T1tch - hammock
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set)
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr - tarp - hope so
PJMcBear - Hammock
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent
just checked. can make one night 18-19th July as am away with work on 20th.
can i be added to the list again?
decorum - hammock (probably ground dwelling instead)
Mesquite + possible 2 extra Tarp.
maverick--hammock.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Wallenstein - tent
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
Woodstock -hammock
T1tch - hammock
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set)
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr - tarp - hope so
PJMcBear - Hammock
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent
EEM tent (one night)
From post #19
...... a raffle ...... The proceeds go towards either Rough Close ...... or your forestry class equipment. ......
The forrestry bit's done now (the saw was given back to swmbo) and we'll be giving a fair chunk of cash to the site through fees - so if a raffle happens, and lack of any feedback isn't making it look like a very popular idea, how about all raffle proceeds going to aid the running of BcUK? At the end of the day we can only go to the Meets because this site exists.
isa coming!
glad to see the sites back up and running
been lost for a day or two out in cyber space, no good out there, cant make a fire!;)
Decorum, Are these air rifles firearm rated as stated in the PDF, what distance are they fired from? Might be interested.
Thunderbeard
06-06-2008, 23:08
Thunderbeard - Hammock and Tarp
Thunderbeard, I aint your mum but I'll update the list for you this time, you owe me a sausage.....
decorum - hammock (probably ground dwelling instead)
Mesquite + possible 2 extra Tarp.
maverick--hammock.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Wallenstein - tent
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
Woodstock -hammock
T1tch - hammock
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set)
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr - tarp - hope so
PJMcBear - Hammock
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent
EEM tent (one night)
Thunderbeard - Hammock and Tarp
...... Are these air rifles firearm rated as stated in the PDF ......
Not sure what you mean Scrumpy - but all air rifles are covered by the firearms act - Scouting only allows air rifles of 12 ft/lbs (the legal limit prior to the requirement of an FAC) or less, which have a calibre of 0.177", to be used on their ranges.
EDIT: The bit that covers 'Been naughty and been caught' definately applies to all potential shooters though.
...... what distance are they fired from? Might be interested.
Distance ????......Hmm ....... More suited to novices and plinking ...... 10 meters max - at a, generous, guess.
shaggystu
07-06-2008, 06:38
is it too late to get in on this? my personal circumstances make it very difficult for me to commit to things in advance but i'm almost certain that i'd be able to get out for at least one night.
stuart
is it too late to get in on this? my personal circumstances make it very difficult for me to commit to things in advance but i'm almost certain that i'd be able to get out for at least one night.
stuart
I've added you to the list.
decorum - hammock (probably ground dwelling instead).
Mesquite + possible 2 extra - Tarp.
maverick - hammock.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Wallenstein - tent.
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks.
Woodstock -hammock.
T1tch - hammock.
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set).
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 - tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr - tarp - hope so.
PJMcBear - Hammock.
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent.
EEM tent (one night) -
Thunderbeard - Hammock.
shaggystu -
woodstock
07-06-2008, 21:22
From post #19
The forrestry bit's done now (the saw was given back to swmbo) and we'll be giving a fair chunk of cash to the site through fees - so if a raffle happens, and lack of any feedback isn't making it look like a very popular idea, how about all raffle proceeds going to aid the running of BcUK? At the end of the day we can only go to the Meets because this site exists.
I would be up for that Decorum im sure I could find something to aid a great site I have also been in contact with Sally to join the moot and become a full member I had a idea to boost subscriptions why don't they print aid memoir a of bushcraft skills, tips and hints in a laminated booklet form we could glean info from past and present posts
woodstock
07-06-2008, 21:31
Just a update to mine
decorum - hammock (probably ground dwelling instead).
Mesquite + possible 2 extra - Tarp.
maverick - hammock.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Wallenstein - tent.
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks.
Woodstock + Mrs Woodstock + tent and -hammock.
T1tch - hammock.
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set).
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 - tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr - tarp - hope so.
PJMcBear - Hammock.
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent.
EEM tent (one night) -
Thunderbeard - Hammock.
shaggystu -
decorum - hammock (probably ground dwelling instead).
Mesquite + possible 2 extra - Tarp.
maverick - hammock.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Wallenstein - tent.
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks.
Woodstock + Mrs Woodstock + tent and -hammock.
T1tch - hammock.
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set).
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 - tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr - tarp - hope so.
PJMcBear - Hammock.
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent.
EEM tent (one night) -
Thunderbeard - Hammock.
shaggystu
Xylaria + tribe (2 adults+2children in all)
I presume the £25 an hour is the group rate for the rifle range, not the individual rate. We would be very interested in both the archery and the rifles. I will sign the pdf for the kids. My son is eight is there is minium age/hieght limit on the rifles?
I think a raffle is a great Idea, I'd participate.. although I haven't really got any spare stuff, I'll have a dig around and see if I can come up with something, I think Woodstock's idea of the proceeds going to BcUK is a good one, he's right, if it wasn't for all the hard work done by Tony and the gang we wouldn't be here and the server switch was probably pretty expensive for a site this size, I know it was when I moved my sites and they are pretty small.
If this goes ahead, then we need to know who to give the stuff to and the money for the draw...
Decorum, you're sorting out site fees, the rifle range and archery, I don't think it's fair to ask you to do this unless you really want to?
Otherwise I think it would be a good idea if someone nominated themselves to be raffle leader :)
I presume the £25 an hour is the group rate for the rifle range, not the individual rate. We would be very interested in both the archery and the rifles. I will sign the pdf for the kids. My son is eight is there is minium age/hieght limit on the rifles?
That's correct - the fee is for the use of the range for an hour (whether it's one or twelve people)
...... although I haven't really got any spare stuff, I'll have a dig around and see if I can come up with something ......
Fire fork???? (or other type thing(s) ) - Have you seen how much Crampballs can fetch on ebay? :Wow:
...... If this goes ahead, then we need to know who to give the stuff to and the money for the draw...
Decorum, you're sorting out site fees, the rifle range and archery, I don't think it's fair to ask you to do this unless you really want to?
All part and parcel of being the organiser :deal: . I've no problem sorting the raffle bits - although, to ensure fairness is seen to be in practice, I think that at least one other person should be involved.
Because of the growth in numbers at our Meets I'm going to have to have a list for this one - just to keep track of payments, change, activities etc - so sticking who's paid for entry (and how many tickets) into the raffle isn't any extra effort.
Meet List.
decorum + poss 1 extra - ground dwelling for this one.
Mesquite + poss 2 extra - Tarp.
maverick - hammock.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Wallenstein - tent.
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks.
Woodstock + Mrs Woodstock + tent and -hammock.
T1tch - hammock.
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set).
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 - tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr - tarp - hope so.
PJMcBear - Hammock.
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent.
EEM tent (one night) -
Thunderbeard - Hammock.
shaggystu
Xylaria + tribe (2 adults+2children in all)
Shooting List:
Note.
I need reasonably accurate numbers for those who want to shoot on the ranges as I need to pre-book the sessions.
Mesquite (+ possible 2 extra) - Archery and Air rifle (Mesquite - is this a possible 3 shooting for rifle, for bow or for rifle and bow?)
maverick - Archery and air rifle.
Bootstrap Bob - Archery.
Wallenstein - rifles.
WhichDoctor - Archery and Air rifle.
Xylaria + tribe - Archery and air rifle (As far as I'm aware the only limit is that all shooters can hold and aim in a safe manner - Mini'mrX is certainly tall enough for both ranges).
decorum - both - if needed to make up numbers.
Anyone else?
IMPORTANT NOTE!:
Whilst I'm remembering - There is a legal requirement for using airrifles. Each participant must declare (and sign a form) stating that there is no legal restriction on them using any form of fire arm. This is the pdf file (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/attachments/Rifle%20Application.pdf) that needs to be filled out - parents need to sign for the children.
If you do not fill out and sign the form(s) you, or your child, will not even be allowed to pick a rifle up. - This note refers solely to using the airrifles and does not apply to archery.
woodstock
08-06-2008, 21:42
All part and parcel of being the organiser :deal: . I've no problem sorting the raffle bits - although, to ensure fairness is seen to be in practice, I think that at least one other person should be involved.
I don't mid stepping into the breach to make sure fair play prevails :nono: or if anyone else would prefer to do it feel free
your doing a grand job decorum just let us know what we can do to help you make everything run smoothly
...... I don't mid stepping into the breach to make sure fair play prevails :nono: or if anyone else would prefer to do it feel free ......
Thanks woodstock. That's two - anyone up for being the third and final, bod?
...... just let us know what we can do to help you make everything run smoothly
Thanks for the offer - on the whole sorting stuff out, in the (long) time frame we're working with, is a bit like a 'Texas Pick-Up' mixed with Matrix 'bullet time'.
The nipping around that folks do at the Meets is the really important help - at some point I'll remember to leave my 'scouty head' at home :naughty: .
Andy2112
09-06-2008, 13:46
Hope i'm not too late to join the Midlands Moot ?
Meet List.
decorum + poss 1 extra - ground dwelling for this one.
Mesquite + poss 2 extra - Tarp.
maverick - hammock.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Wallenstein - tent.
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks.
Woodstock + Mrs Woodstock + tent and -hammock.
T1tch - hammock.
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set).
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 - tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr - tarp - hope so.
PJMcBear - Hammock.
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent.
EEM tent (one night) -
Thunderbeard - Hammock.
shaggystu
Xylaria + tribe (2 adults+2children in all)
Andy2112 + 1. tents
Shooting List:
Note.
I need reasonably accurate numbers for those who want to shoot on the ranges as I need to pre-book the sessions.
Andy2112 +1 Archery
Mesquite (+ possible 2 extra) - Archery and Air rifle (Mesquite - is this a possible 3 shooting for rifle, for bow or for rifle and bow?)
maverick - Archery and air rifle.
Bootstrap Bob - Archery.
Wallenstein - rifles.
WhichDoctor - Archery and Air rifle.
Xylaria + tribe - Archery and air rifle (As far as I'm aware the only limit is that all shooters can hold and aim in a safe manner - Mini'mrX is certainly tall enough for both ranges).
decorum - both - if needed to make up numbers.
Hope i'm not too late to join the Midlands Moot ?
Nope, not too late.
At this rate and with a more than a month to go, I'm considering whether I'll need to book P.S. ten too :lmao:
Mesquite
10-06-2008, 22:20
Meet List.
decorum + poss 1 extra - ground dwelling for this one.
Mesquite + 2 extra - Tarp.
maverick - hammock.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Wallenstein - tent.
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks.
Woodstock + Mrs Woodstock + tent and -hammock.
T1tch - hammock.
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set).
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 - tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr - tarp - hope so.
PJMcBear - Hammock.
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent.
EEM tent (one night) -
Thunderbeard - Hammock.
shaggystu
Xylaria + tribe (2 adults+2children in all)
Shooting List:
Note.
I need reasonably accurate numbers for those who want to shoot on the ranges as I need to pre-book the sessions.
Mesquite (+ 2 extra) - Archery and Air rifle (Mesquite - is this a possible 3 shooting for rifle, for bow or for rifle and bow?)
maverick - Archery and air rifle.
Bootstrap Bob - Archery.
Wallenstein - rifles.
WhichDoctor - Archery and Air rifle.
Xylaria + tribe - Archery and air rifle (As far as I'm aware the only limit is that all shooters can hold and aim in a safe manner - Mini'mrX is certainly tall enough for both ranges).
decorum - both - if needed to make up numbers.
______________________________ ______________________________ _
Sorry Dec, what with all the probs last week with logging on and then me going away I wasn't able to confirm things. It's definately 3 for archery and air rifles for myself, my son and his friend. I'll get the forms signed up asap when I actually return home as I'm not in a position to sort hings til beginning of next week.
I'll get the forms signed up asap when I actually return home as I'm not in a position to sort hings til beginning of next week.
There's no rush as the forms need to be handed in on the day of the activity - so I've no need for them for a month and a bit. If the forms are dated more than a day or so prior to the activity the site will (probably) ask for another to be filled in.
shaggystu
12-06-2008, 11:48
swmbo will be joining me on the condition that we can find someone daft enough to look after the hound for the weekend!
decorum + poss 1 extra - ground dwelling for this one.
Mesquite + 2 extra - Tarp.
maverick - hammock.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Wallenstein - tent.
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks.
Woodstock + Mrs Woodstock + tent and -hammock.
T1tch - hammock.
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set).
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 - tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr - tarp - hope so.
PJMcBear - Hammock.
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent.
EEM tent (one night) -
Thunderbeard - Hammock.
shaggystu + 1 - tarp and bivvis
Xylaria + tribe (2 adults+2children in all)
stuart
firecrest
13-06-2008, 18:15
Not sure if Ill be able to come this time, but if anyone finds an O ring for a trianga stove, its mine!
...... if anyone finds an O ring for a trianga stove ......
I should be on site at some time this weekend. I'll take it would have (probably) dropped reasonably close to where you were pitched. I'll have a look for it whilst looking for PJMcB's steel.
EDIT: If you don't/can't get down I'll ask someone who's going to the Moot two weeks later to deliver it.
Mesquite
13-06-2008, 20:04
Thanks woodstock. That's two - anyone up for being the third and final, bod?
Seeing as I suggested everyone to bring something for the raffle I'll put myself forward as the 3 bod :)
At this rate and with a more than a month to go, I'm considering whether I'll need to book P.S. ten too :lmao:
By my rough calculations we're now up to 35 adults and kids so it may well be a good idea to book the extra pitch so we've plenty of room to spread out.
Way this seems to be growing you might end having to book the entire wood for the next summers moot to accomadate everyone :D
Seeing as I suggested everyone to bring something for the raffle I'll put myself forward as the 3 bod :)
Thanks for volunteering.
By my rough calculations we're now up to 35 adults and kids so it may well be a good idea to book the extra pitch so we've plenty of room to spread out.
Well, we started off in mid October last year with 9 people (two did single nights) and we seem to have grown a bit each time (My tally sheet agrees with your rough calculation).
Way this seems to be growing you might end having to book the entire wood for the next summers moot to accomadate everyone :D
Er, yeah ...... :yikes: the whole site can be booked - and every so often that's exactly what the LARPing bods do (No idea what it'd cost though :dunno: :yikes: ). It'll be a good old while before we rival the Moot though :lmao:.
Way this seems to be growing you might end having to book the entire wood for the next summers moot to accomadate everyone :D
Could also be a big'un if we held a meet on the same weekend as the Outdoors show too - which I've already considered offering (the N.E.C is about 10 miles from the site). Can you imagine walking up to stalls and asking for a group buy discounts?
shaggystu
14-06-2008, 11:10
i've just been trying to sort transport out for me and the missus and i've come across a slight hitch, it would appear that there are no trains running from tile hill station to birmingham on the sunday, instead there's a bus service on offer. now, don't get me wrong i'm not the kind of snob that refuses to travel on buses, it's just the fact that a twenty minute train ride becomes an hour and seventeen minutes on the bus!?!? so (cheeky smile primed and at the ready) any chance of a lift to coventry from one of you lovely lovely people? it'll be me, my better half, and numerous large bags full of sticks and mud. sorry for being so cheeky i just don't fancy adding over an hour onto my journey home.
cheers,
stuart
...... If you remember where I was pitched, it's on a branch of the left hand tree ......
I think it's grown legs - if I went to the correct location.
...... if anyone finds an O ring for a trianga stove ......
No luck here either - sorry.
...... it would appear that there are no trains running from tile hill station to birmingham on the sunday ......
Can't help here either. Not doing very well today am I!
EDIT: Added to that is the wood store which contains the log seats is now inaccessible :( . I know that the site was after a spare key from the 'owners' but I'll not hold my breath :deal:
EDIT: Added to that is the wood store which contains the log seats is now inaccessible :( . I know that the site was after a spare key from the 'owners' but I'll not hold my breath :deal:
I'll bring a key if you wont get in trouble for it being open whilst we are there?
Think I'll bring a foldy chair though, logs are fine for a while but get a bit annoying
Thunderbeard
15-06-2008, 02:11
Shooting List:
Note.
I need reasonably accurate numbers for those who want to shoot on the ranges as I need to pre-book the sessions.
Mesquite (+ 2 extra) - Archery and Air rifle (Mesquite - is this a possible 3 shooting for rifle, for bow or for rifle and bow?)
maverick - Archery and air rifle.
Bootstrap Bob - Archery.
Wallenstein - rifles.
WhichDoctor - Archery and Air rifle.
Xylaria + tribe - Archery and air rifle (As far as I'm aware the only limit is that all shooters can hold and aim in a safe manner - Mini'mrX is certainly tall enough for both ranges).
decorum - both - if needed to make up numbers.
Thunderbeard - Archery
I'll bring a key if you wont get in trouble for it being open whilst we are there?
Nice offer - but we (and the site) need to be on the 'up and up'. I know that the site want a spare key and they're looking to get one - the fact that we use the site on a fairly regular basis, show respect and put the logs back without being asked should give the site a bit of help in the matter.
I've tidied the shooting list to take out the extraneous/answered bits.
Shooting List:
Note.
I need reasonably accurate numbers for those who want to shoot on the ranges as I need to pre-book the sessions.
decorum - both - if needed to make up numbers.
Mesquite (+ 2 extra) - Archery and Air rifle
maverick - Archery and air rifle.
Bootstrap Bob - Archery.
Wallenstein - rifles.
WhichDoctor - Archery and Air rifle.
Xylaria + tribe - Archery and air rifle.
Thunderbeard - Archery
I need reasonably accurate numbers for those who want to shoot on the ranges as I need to pre-book the sessions.
Last few days before I book the sessions. After this time you might need someone to drop out if you want to shoot on either range - so get in soon if you want to have a go at 'twangy sticks' or 'shooting sticks'.
Andy2112
20-06-2008, 16:14
decorum - both - if needed to make up numbers.
Mesquite (+ 2 extra) - Archery and Air rifle
maverick - Archery and air rifle.
Bootstrap Bob - Archery.
Wallenstein - rifles.
WhichDoctor - Archery and Air rifle.
Xylaria + tribe - Archery and air rifle.
Thunderbeard - Archery
Andy2112 - Archery
Hi Andy,
I've added you to the Meet list.
Meet list:
decorum + poss 1 extra - ground dwelling for this one.
Mesquite + 2 extra - Tarp.
maverick - hammock.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Wallenstein - tent.
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks.
Woodstock + Mrs Woodstock + tent and -hammock.
T1tch - hammock.
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set).
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 - tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr - tarp - hope so.
PJMcBear - Hammock.
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent.
EEM tent (one night) -
Thunderbeard - Hammock.
shaggystu + 1 - tarp and bivvis
Xylaria + tribe (2 adults+2children in all)
Shooting list:
decorum - both - if needed to make up numbers.
Mesquite (+ 2 extra) - Archery and Air rifle
maverick - Archery and air rifle.
Bootstrap Bob - Archery.
Wallenstein - rifles.
WhichDoctor - Archery and Air rifle.
Xylaria + tribe - Archery and air rifle.
Thunderbeard - Archery
Andy2112 - Archery
Andy2112
20-06-2008, 16:50
Cheers Decorum,
I have already added my name but it appears to have gone astray.
it will be me and one other in tents and a possible third.
Will you be posting more details nearer the date as to when the gates are open/ parking etc ?
thanks
Andy
Will you be posting more details nearer the date as to when the gates are open/ parking etc ?
The car park is by the Archery Range in the bottom left corner of the site pic.
http://www.roughclose.org.uk/img/lg_RCMap2.jpg
You've put yourself down for the archery - is this for just you or your +1 (poss2) as well?
Arrival time??? Nominally about 5 pm-ish. If anyone wants or needs to arrive earlier I need to know so I can make sure that someone's available to unlock the lower gates. Added to this is the day visit fee (up to 3 Hours - £1.10 & up to 6 Hours - £2.20) which is on top of the £3.60 per person per night.
Mesquite
20-06-2008, 19:05
Arrival time??? Nominally about 5 pm-ish. If anyone wants or needs to arrive earlier I need to know so I can make sure that someone's available to unlock the lower gates. Added to this is the day visit fee (up to 3 Hours - £1.10 & up to 6 Hours - £2.20) which is on top of the £3.60 per person per night.
I was hoping to get there around 3-3:30pm if that's ok Decorum. Also, will we be able to drive down to the Wheatley field as before to drop our gear off before parking up in the main carpark?
I was hoping to get there around 3-3:30pm ......
Shouldn't be a problem - but I'll check & let you know. You might incur the 3 hour (per person) rate though.
...... will we be able to drive down to the Wheatley field as before to drop our gear off before parking up in the main carpark?
This is another 'I'll have to check .... '. There are two tracks down to the pitch - and one is usually a tad .... boggy - I don't think there will be a problem though (No promises :deal: ).
I'm sure i had my name down for this meet! What were the dates again?
18th july to 20th july.
it is the weekend the schools break up around here.
woodstock
20-06-2008, 22:50
I was hoping to get there around 3-3:30pm if that's ok Decorum. Also, will we be able to drive down to the Wheatley field as before to drop our gear off before parking up in the main carpark?
I was hoping to get there about the same time in order to get setup and start the fire going for those who have to travel much greater distances just let us know if we owe anything extra
I thought I had posted interest in this thread
(from post #21 of this thread) You posted interest in this Meet in the last Meets' thread :D
I'm sure i had my name down for this meet!
Post# 21 of this thread - the date hadn't been agreed at the time and you weren't sure you could make it.
What were the dates again?
I've had a bad day and that's just given me a chuckle - look a bit more closely at some of my posts (Hint: closely observe the title lines :lmao: )
Oh yeah!
:o
Erm... I was being distracted by one of the kids, or something...! Honest!
:D
I was hoping to get there about the same time .....
Not a problem. I'll get it arranged on the basis of 'We have people travelling long distances and, if the traffic's good they'll be here early' :cool: .
Erm... I was being distracted
It gave me a much needed chuckle - thanks :D
woodstock
21-06-2008, 00:50
Not a problem. I'll get it arranged on the basis of 'We have people travelling long distances and, if the traffic's good they'll be here early' :cool: .
Nice one, Brew will be on for when bods start arriving
Andy2112
23-06-2008, 08:57
The car park is by the Archery Range in the bottom left corner of the site pic.
http://www.roughclose.org.uk/img/lg_RCMap2.jpg
You've put yourself down for the archery - is this for just you or your +1 (poss2) as well?
Arrival time??? Nominally about 5 pm-ish. If anyone wants or needs to arrive earlier I need to know so I can make sure that someone's available to unlock the lower gates. Added to this is the day visit fee (up to 3 Hours - £1.10 & up to 6 Hours - £2.20) which is on top of the £3.60 per person per night.
Decorum,
Thanks, it's me and one other, 2 tents and 2 for the archery and air rifles please.
May sound a silly question but i've never done archery before and i was wandering if the bows are left or right handed ? I would have to use the bow with a left handed stance.
Andy
Mesquite
23-06-2008, 09:08
May sound a silly question but i've never done archery before and i was wandering if the bows are left or right handed ? I would have to use the bow with a left handed stance.
They cater for both right and left handers on the archery. I was watching the safety briefing for one group and the instructor asks that question of everyone.
Andy2112
23-06-2008, 10:25
cheers Mesquite.
Andy
Davey569
23-06-2008, 19:11
ill try and be there but it depends on work.
woodstock
24-06-2008, 01:35
ill try and be there but it depends on work.
Work is only a figment of our imagination or our programming take your pick
i was wandering if the bows are left or right handed ?
Mesquites' answer's spot on - the site caters for left and right hand shooters. Although I've not seen them in a while, they used to have ambidextrous bows too.
ill try and be there but it depends on work.
Even if you can't be there the whole time you could always pop in for a couple of hours - whatever suits you.
Gwhtbushcraft
24-06-2008, 22:09
Hi Meet list:
decorum + poss 1 extra - ground dwelling for this one.
Mesquite + 2 extra - Tarp.
maverick - hammock.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Wallenstein - tent.
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks.
Woodstock + Mrs Woodstock + tent and -hammock.
T1tch - hammock.
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set).
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 - tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr - tarp - hope so.
PJMcBear - Hammock.
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent.
EEM tent (one night) -
Thunderbeard - Hammock.
shaggystu + 1 - tarp and bivvis
Xylaria + tribe (2 adults+2children in all)
Gwhtbushcraft + dad (hammocks)
Shooting list:
decorum - both - if needed to make up numbers.
Mesquite (+ 2 extra) - Archery and Air rifle
maverick - Archery and air rifle.
Bootstrap Bob - Archery.
Wallenstein - rifles.
WhichDoctor - Archery and Air rifle.
Xylaria + tribe - Archery and air rifle.
Thunderbeard - Archery
Andy2112 - Archery
Gwhtbushcraft + dad - archery and air rifle (if possible)
Gwhtbushcraft + dad - archery and air rifle (if possible)
Hi,
Good to have you coming back,
You're now on my tally sheet for the activities.
As chance would have it Gwhtbushcraft's taken us to a total of 16 asking to do archery and/or rifles. The max number per session is 12 and as mentioned before, I believe the 'Go's - value - cost' ratio works best at 6 to 8. I'm camping on site this weekend and I'll book the sessions then (two 1 hour sessions of both) - If anyone else wants to use the ranges you need to say so before Friday - I'll stick a 'reserves' shootinng list onto the postings for anyone expressing an interest from friday onwards.
Andy2112
25-06-2008, 09:11
Hi,
As chance would have it Gwhtbushcraft's taken us to a total of 16 asking to do archery and/or rifles. The max number per session is 12 and as mentioned before, I believe the 'Go's - value - cost' ratio works best at 6 to 8. I'm camping on site this weekend and I'll book the sessions then (two 1 hour sessions of both) - If anyone else wants to use the ranges you need to say so before Friday - I'll stick a 'reserves' shootinng list onto the postings for anyone expressing an interest from friday onwards.
decorum,
can i change the range list to include myself +1 to include the air rifles please ?
cheers
Andy
can i change the range list to include myself +1 to include the air rifles please ?
Done! :D
Meet List:
Andy2112 +1
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 - tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set).
corr - tarp - hope so.
decorum + poss 1 extra - ground dwelling for this one.
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent.
EEM tent (one night) -
Gwhtbushcraft + dad (hammocks)
maverick - hammock.
Mesquite + 2 extra - Tarp.
PJMcBear - Hammock.
Wallenstein - tent.
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks.
shaggystu + 1 - tarp and bivvis
T1tch - hammock.
Thunderbeard - Hammock.
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Woodstock + Mrs Woodstock + tent and -hammock.
Xylaria + tribe (2 adults+2children in all)
Shooting list:
Andy2112 +1 - Archery & air rifle.
Bootstrap Bob - Archery.
decorum - both - if needed to make up numbers.
Gwhtbushcraft + dad - archery and air rifle.
maverick - Archery and air rifle.
Mesquite (+ 2 extra) - Archery and Air rifle.
Thunderbeard - Archery.
Wallenstein - rifles.
WhichDoctor - Archery and Air rifle.
Xylaria + tribe - Archery and air rifle.
:o Well I'm not sure how I managed to forget this tiny snippet of information, but it's my Dad's 65th birthday on the 19th July and there is a bit of a family bash occuring so I am not going to be able to attend this meet now (I was realy looking forward to it to :( )
Its damned inconsiderate of him having it that weekend, but I suppose its been on the same day for the last 64 years so I can't realy blame him :p
Sorry if this mucks you about Decorum
List amended accordingly:
Meet List:
Andy2112 +1
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 - tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set).
corr - tarp - hope so.
decorum + poss 1 extra - ground dwelling for this one.
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent.
EEM tent (one night) -
Gwhtbushcraft + dad (hammocks)
maverick - hammock.
Mesquite + 2 extra - Tarp.
PJMcBear - Hammock.
Wallenstein - tent.
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks.
shaggystu + 1 - tarp and bivvis
Thunderbeard - Hammock.
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Woodstock + Mrs Woodstock + tent and -hammock.
Xylaria + tribe (2 adults+2children in all)
Those of you attending the Bush Moot I'll see you there, those not well there's always the next meet... (got any dates in mind Decorum :lmao:)
Hi T1tch,
Strangely, your post doesn't show in new posts nor did it show as the last post .... er ... posted :dunno:
Sorry if this mucks you about
Don't worry about it - it means we've all got that little bit of extra space :p .
well there's always the next meet... got any dates in mind
Yes .... But I'm not telling - YET :D
Wish your dad the Dad the best from all of us
Meet List:
Andy2112 +1
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 - tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set).
corr - tarp - hope so.
decorum + poss 1 extra - ground dwelling for this one.
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent.
EEM tent (one night) -
Gwhtbushcraft + dad (hammocks)
maverick - hammock.
Mesquite + 2 extra - Tarp.
PJMcBear - Hammock.
Wallenstein - tent.
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks.
shaggystu + 1 - tarp and bivvis
Thunderbeard - Hammock.
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Woodstock + Mrs Woodstock + tent and -hammock.
Xylaria + tribe (2 adults+2children in all)
Shooting list:
List is now full.
I may be able to book further sessions - but I make no promises! You can, however, still add your name to the reserve list - first reserve will replace the first to drop out and so on (everyone else will take precedence to myself).
Andy2112 +1 - Archery & air rifle.
Bootstrap Bob - Archery.
Gwhtbushcraft + dad - archery and air rifle.
maverick - Archery and air rifle.
Mesquite (+ 2 extra) - Archery and Air rifle.
Thunderbeard - Archery.
Wallenstein - rifles.
WhichDoctor - Archery and Air rifle.
Xylaria + tribe - Archery and air rifle.
Reserve list for shooting:
decorum - both - if needed to make up numbers.
woodstock
26-06-2008, 22:06
Don't worry about it - it means we've all got that little bit of extra space :p .
About 6ft 7in of space:D sorry you cant make it we will all be thinking about you sitting through another family get together while we're in the woods eh,,sitting round a camp fire :beerchug:
woodstock
26-06-2008, 23:48
- Mrs Woodstock she has some students to help catchup + some end of term paper work
Strangely, your post doesn't show in new posts nor did it show as the last post .... er ... posted :dunno:
Yeah I noticed that as well - most strange (wonder if this one will...)
Don't worry about it - it means we've all got that little bit of extra space :p
Are you saying I'm Fat :cussing: ('cos you're not wrong :D)
Wish your dad the best from all of us
Thank you - I will
Sorry you cant make it we will all be thinking about you sitting through another family get together while we're in the woods eh,,sitting round a camp fire :beerchug:
Yes... thanks for rubbing it in Woodstock :)
There is a silver lining though; While you are all gathered round the fire supping Stags Breath and devouring bunnies etc I will be gathered round a pub table supping and nice pint (or three) of Broadside (for the uninitiated the beer of the gods - imho) and devouring an unfeasably large lump of beef, or pig, or fish... Aww now I've gone and made myself hungry.
Andy2112
27-06-2008, 12:01
talking of ale, Broadside is good but i like Hobgoblin as well.
Yeah I noticed that as well - most strange (wonder if this one will...)
It did :cool: .
Are you saying I'm Fat :cussing:
Nope - I was saying that there aren't many people who have to duck when the International Space Station passes over head :p
There is a silver lining though; While you are all gathered round the fire supping Stags Breath and devouring bunnies etc I will be gathered round a pub table supping and nice pint (or three) of Broadside (for the uninitiated the beer of the gods - imho) and devouring an unfeasably large lump of beef, or pig, or fish... Aww now I've gone and made myself hungry.
:p So ... you'll be stuck inside while we'll be surrounded by bushes, trees and wildlife, wearing comfy clothes, enjoying our freedom, sharp things, a fire, a wide choice of drinks with no struggle to the bar ..... Oh, and a shorter walk to bed - shall I go on? :p ...... So far I'm failing to see your silver lining :lmao: .
I've just had a last minute wedding inquiry for the Saturday which if it goes ahead then I'm going to have to miss this one as well :(
Nope - I was saying that there aren't many people who have to duck when the International Space Station passes over head :p
:lmao:Read that about five minutes ago - and I'm still chuckling! Nice one
:p So ... you'll be stuck inside while we'll be surrounded by bushes, trees and wildlife, wearing comfy clothes, enjoying our freedom, sharp things, a fire, a wide choice of drinks with no struggle to the bar ..... Oh, and a shorter walk to bed - shall I go on? :p ...... So far I'm failing to see your silver lining :lmao: .
OOOH Now you've done it,:swordfigh I was trying to make out you were getting the best of the deal, but you you had to go and rub some salt did't you...
Yes in the evening you will have the upper hand, but during the day? Well I'll have this! (http://www.pigmentprints.co.uk/Suffolk:Coastal:other/) Oh and I almost forgot Westleton heath (http://woodbridgesuffolk.info/waw/WestletonHeath.html) is within spitting distance as well - last time I went for a bimble I was almost squished by a brace of red deer (something had spooked them and they didn't see me until the last moment) and stalked a muntjack to within 30 feet.
Then there's the old mans' collection of 30+ single malts to browse through - by which time I will not be anyware near as think as you drunk I will be (the old ones are the best)
Being serious for a moment though, I'm going to miss you bunch :puppy_dog
talking of ale, Broadside is good but i like Hobgoblin as well.Agreed - Hobgoblin is nice, but Broadside (IMO) does not tavel that well, so unless you are drinking it within 10 miles or so of the brewery (and I will be) you aren't getting it's full potential, so I'll stick to my guns on that one.
OOOH Now you've done it,:swordfigh
:lmao:
I was trying to make out you were getting the best of the deal, but you you had to go and rub some salt did't you...
Yes in the evening you will have the upper hand, but during the day? Well I'll have this! (http://www.pigmentprints.co.uk/Suffolk:Coastal:other/) Oh and I almost forgot Westleton heath (http://woodbridgesuffolk.info/waw/WestletonHeath.html) is within spitting distance as well
Hmmm??? .... Couldn't see a single mention of open fires :nana:
last time I went for a bimble I was almost squished by a brace of red deer (something had spooked them and they didn't see me until the last moment) and stalked a muntjack to within 30 feet.
I'll have to work out how to download the pics from my phone - showing a female muntjack who walked past me without realising I was there - she was so close to me that she could've almost sat on my knee :p :nana: :lmao: .
Hope you'll be able to make the next one.
I'll have to work out how to download the pics from my phone - showing a female muntjack who walked past me without realising I was there - she was so close to me that she could've almost sat on my knee :p :nana: :lmao: .
Hope you'll be able to make the next one.
Alright, you win. As for the next one - so long as it isn't 29th-31st Aug, 5th-7th Sep or the19th-21st Sep I'll be there.
Sorry Cobweb - our larking about appears to have overshadowed your having to back out. But look at the bright side; at least you won't be missing my scintillating company :lmao:
Hope you can catch us at the next one
I've just had a last minute wedding inquiry for the Saturday which if it goes ahead then I'm going to have to miss this one as well :(
Hope you can make the next one.
Alright, you win.
Nah, I'm gonna miss having that extra bit of sanity around!
As for the next one - so long as it isn't 29th-31st Aug, 5th-7th Sep or the19th-21st Sep I'll be there.
I'll do my best :notworthy .
I've booked the ranges and times.
They will be on the Saturday - 11.00 and run until 12.00 and 14.00 - 15.00.
Group1.
Archery :- 11.00 - 12.00
Air rifles :- 14.00 - 15.00
Group 2.
Air rifles :- 11.00 - 12.00
Archery :- 14.00 - 15.00
Either:
Mesquite.
Andy2112
Please say if you have a preference for doing one or the other activity first - by posting in this thread only. The cost of the each session will be split equally between the number of people using the range (With eight people this works out as £3.13 per person on the rifle range, £2.75 per person on the archery range and £5.88 per person for those who uses both ranges). For obvious reasons I'm going to group family units together.
Mesquite
29-06-2008, 20:08
No real preference for doing either first. Thanks for organising it all Dec. :You_Rock_
Nah, I'm gonna miss having that extra bit of sanity around!
Dam you make me chuckle dude - I'm about as sane as a bag of badgers!
...Thanks for organising it all Dec. :You_Rock_I second that - might not be attending this time but I still appreciate you organising them. You the MAN!
I'm about as sane as a bag of badgers!
Maybe - but this past weekend I persuaded a youngster that 'Once upon a time' and ' Long, long ago' Santa offended me - and now I sleep on Rudolphs' hide! :D
Andy2112
30-06-2008, 11:27
No preference either.
Again, i second Mesquite in thanking you for organizing it all, respect.:You_Rock_
Andy
Bootstrap Bob
30-06-2008, 12:12
Please say if you have a preference for doing one or the other activity first.
No preference for me. I'll fit in which ever slot is available. Thanks :)
Bushcraft Bailey
30-06-2008, 18:10
Hi Phil, At the minute i have got no plans for this weekend, so i'm hoping to be able to join you........but with my slightly hectic lifestyle.......i wont be able to confirm to nearer the time.
I've added my name to the list.
Meet list:
decorum + poss 1 extra - ground dwelling for this one.
Mesquite + 2 extra - Tarp.
maverick - hammock.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Wallenstein - tent.
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks.
Woodstock + Mrs Woodstock + tent and -hammock.
T1tch - hammock.
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - confirm once date is set).
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 - tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
corr - tarp - hope so.
PJMcBear - Hammock.
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent.
EEM tent (one night) -
Thunderbeard - Hammock.
shaggystu + 1 - tarp and bivvis
Xylaria + tribe (2 adults+2children in all)
Bushcraft Bailey - Hammock
Shooting list:
decorum - both - if needed to make up numbers.
Mesquite (+ 2 extra) - Archery and Air rifle
maverick - Archery and air rifle.
Bootstrap Bob - Archery.
Wallenstein - rifles.
WhichDoctor - Archery and Air rifle.
Xylaria + tribe - Archery and air rifle.
Thunderbeard - Archery
Andy2112 - Archery
Hi Phil, At the minute i have got no plans for this weekend, so i'm hoping to be able to join you........but with my slightly hectic lifestyle.......i wont be able to confirm to nearer the time.
No worries - real life takes prority :D
Meet List:
Andy2112 +1
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 - tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Bushcraft Bailey - Hammock (Will confirm closer to date)
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - pending possible work).
corr - tarp - hope so.
decorum - ground dwelling for this one (+ poss 1 extra).
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent.
EEM tent (one night) -
Gwhtbushcraft + dad (hammocks)
maverick - hammock.
Mesquite + 2 extra - Tarp.
PJMcBear - Hammock.
Wallenstein - tent.
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks.
shaggystu + 1 - tarp and bivvis
Thunderbeard - Hammock.
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Woodstock + Mrs Woodstock + tent and -hammock.
Xylaria + tribe (2 adults+2children in all)
Shooting list:
The two sessions are now full - I may be able to book further sessions - but I make no promises!
You can, however, still add your name to the reserve list - first reserve will replace the first to drop out and so on (everyone else will take precedence to myself) or, if there is enough interest I'll ask the site whether we can have one or more extra sessions.
Andy2112 +1 - Archery & air rifle - Either session.
Bootstrap Bob - Archery - Either session.
Gwhtbushcraft + dad - archery and air rifle.
maverick - Archery and air rifle - Either session.
Mesquite (+ 2 extra) - Archery and Air rifle - Either session.
Thunderbeard - Archery.
Wallenstein - rifles. - Gp. 2.
WhichDoctor - Archery and Air rifle.
Xylaria + tribe - Archery and air rifle.
Reserve list for shooting:
decorum - both - if needed to make up numbers.
I've booked the ranges and times.
They will be on the Saturday - 11.00 and run until 12.00 and 14.00 - 15.00.
Group1.
Archery :- 11.00 - 12.00
Air rifles :- 14.00 - 15.00
Group 2.
Air rifles :- 11.00 - 12.00
Archery :- 14.00 - 15.00
PJMCBear
01-07-2008, 17:36
Maybe - but this past weekend I persuaded a youngster that 'Once upon a time' and ' Long, long ago' Santa offended me - and now I sleep on Rudolphs' hide! :D
:eek: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:
:eek: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:
I forgot to mention that I was being lectured at by a vegetarian*.
The last vegetarian who tried to lecture me used the most simple of organisms, the single celled aomeba as an example of a peaceful way of co-existance - he wound up not even being able to prove that he wasn't a colony of aomeba!
* I have no problems with anyone being, or becoming, a vegetarian. I do however have a problem with those who try to enforce their own beliefs and doctrines on others - whatever those beliefs may be and whatever method they use.
woodstock - I have some easily transported fuel that you may wish to try in your bush buddy - pelleted pine powder :D . Let me know if you're interested and I'll bring some along.
xylaria - I haven't forgotten about the hexy stoves I mentioned at the Meet before last. Hopefully, having remembered this long I won't forget to bring them to the Meet :bluThinki .
And .....
:neo2: EDITED PRIOR TO POSTING :neo2: I was going to ask if anyone has a problem with being photographed? (This would include anyone who comes to the Meet) but I think that this would be something to cover on the weekend of the Meet.
In case anyone's forgotten - I have a bit of a problem with being photographed :o
Been having a bit of a natter behind the scenes and we've come to the conclusion that the Meet raffle should be mentioned again.
It's purely voluntary and all proceeds will be going to BcUK to help fund the running of this site.
We don't want anyone to give away expensive kit nor do we want you to give away kit that you routinely use or need - unless you're horrendously rich :naughty: .
If you'd like to take part but are a bit short on kit and/or inspiration, then have a look through the articles section of this site or do a search on 'Bran Tub' and see if there's anything you fancy having a go at making.
Don't go out and buy kit specifically for the raffle - that isn't what this is about and it could completely wipe out what we're trying to do.
Please remember:
Once the raffle is done and dusted there's no going back.
Anyone else up for donating?
Bernie Garland
01-07-2008, 21:51
If the proceeds are going to Bcuk i will donate one of my bushcrafter knives to the raffle,the winner can chose the scales and pin colours,and it will be made and delivered to them 2 weeks after there choice,hope it helps
Bernie
Been having a bit of a natter behind the scenes and we've come to the conclusion that the Meet raffle should be mentioned again.
It's purely voluntary and all proceeds will be going to BcUK to help fund the running of this site.
We don't want anyone to give away expensive kit nor do we want you to give away kit that you routinely use or need - unless you're horrendously rich :naughty: .
If you'd like to take part but are a bit short on kit and/or inspiration, then have a look through the articles section of this site or do a search on 'Bran Tub' and see if there's anything you fancy having a go at making.
Don't go out and buy kit specifically for the raffle - that isn't what this is about and it could completely wipe out what we're trying to do.
Please remember:
Once the raffle is done and dusted there's no going back.
Anyone else up for donating?
I may find a little something to throw in the prize pot. I'll start having a dig around.
While I'm on should I bring anymore of the eco gel tins I had last time?
http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e274/bodgeb/bcuk/gel.jpg
I will need some for the meet for myself and could bring some spares along if anyone wanted any.
If they are the same price as last time they cost me/you 85p with the vat.
Let me know via pm if you do want some brought to the meet so this thread doesn't get clogged up.
if everyone wants some I could start a midlands meet group buy type thing.
Bodge:)
Mesquite
01-07-2008, 22:15
If the proceeds are going to Bcuk i will donate one of my bushcrafter knives to the raffle,the winner can chose the scales and pin colours,and it will be made and delivered to them 2 weeks after there choice,hope it helps
Bernie
Bernie all I have to say to that generous offer is.......... :wow1: :You_Rock_
If the proceeds are going to Bcuk i will donate one of my bushcrafter knives to the raffle,the winner can chose the scales and pin colours,and it will be made and delivered to them 2 weeks after there choice,hope it helps
Bernie
I'll echo Mesquites' comments. A very generous offer indeed and one which is sure to sell quite a few extra tickets. Many thanks - virtual rep sent :notworthy .
While I'm on should I bring anymore of the eco gel tins I had last time?
For those who don't haven't come across these before they're tins of sugar cane alcohol. They ignite and extinguish quite easily. Although the tin is a little bit bigger than a trangia burner the container cools more rapidly.
Andy2112
02-07-2008, 13:08
Hi all,
I'm up for the raffle so i'll bring some stuff for it, nothing expensive though as funds are tight at the moment.
Also,
I will be bringing some birch bark ( can't remember how much though) and some interesting eucalyptus bark from my tree in the garden (got my 4yr old collecting it yesterday), it burns well and gives off a lovely aroma. We'll see if anyone has a use for it ??
Very, very generous Bernie with the knife, respect mate.:wow1:
I'm up for the raffle so i'll bring some stuff for it, nothing expensive though as funds are tight at the moment.
There's no need to overstretch yourself - there can be a great difference between expense and value.
I'll give an example:
Two people meet,
One has spare flint,
The other has spare tinder fungus,
When they part, they can both start a fire.
eucalyptus bark from my tree in the garden ...... . We'll see if anyone has a use for it ??
Oh, definately :D
Bernie suggested that the winner of his donated knife might prefer to receive it on the day. To this end he has made one up already and will send it down to yours truly (who solemnly swears to resist the temptation to 'trial' it before the Meet :( )
http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r247/berax_uk_photo/DSC00972.jpg
http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r247/berax_uk_photo/DSC00973.jpg
http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r247/berax_uk_photo/DSC00974.jpg
Looks good dun'it!
woodstock
02-07-2008, 21:24
I will be donating some bits, a stainless steel eating gadget....oh its a KFS not really.. its a bit to posh for my eating habits plus if anyone seen the pair of kevlar gloves I was using to lift very hot things off the fire well I have a new pair of these to go aswell + I have some really useful give aways so everyone gets something as I hate the term winners and losers
But I would love to win one of bernie's knives:D
...... everyone gets something
Yup, I've a few bits and pieces which, while I don't use, might be of use to others too.
I may also have found a way of getting shot of 15kg of flint :lmao: .
But I would love to win one of bernie's knives:D
Amen :cool: - I'm not too worried about the extra tickets this will sell :tongue-ti
Bernie Garland
02-07-2008, 22:01
Just like to add, the back of the knife will be engraved with BCUk midland meet 20/8/2008 to make it a little bit more special.
Bernie
Mesquite
02-07-2008, 22:21
.......... But I would love to win one of bernie's knives:D
You're not the only one Woodstock...... Like Decorum says... I think that prize on it's own will help generate a lot of extra ticket sales All the more for our favourite forum :)
I will be donating some bits, a stainless steel eating gadget..........
I'll be donating something stainless steel as well. Seeing as I've got spare SS pots and a drainer I thought I'd make up a hobo stove set as a prize.
woodstock
02-07-2008, 22:46
Just like to add, the back of the knife will be engraved with BCUk midland meet 20/8/2008 to make it a little bit more special.
Bernie
Your a star Sir
woodstock
02-07-2008, 22:54
Just like to add, the back of the knife will be engraved with BCUk midland meet 20/8/2008 to make it a little bit more special.
Bernie
It will be in July Bernie, or if you make it the 30th of Aug. ITS MY BIRTHDAY YEA!!!!!!! and I will be feeling Lucky :D
Wallenstein
03-07-2008, 16:38
Please could I go for the first rifles session?
...... first rifles session?
Of course you can - I've edited the shooting list in post# 131 to show who's requested what/when (So far that's Bob (either) , Andy (either) and Wallenstein (Gp. 2) - please correct me if I'm wrong) and also added the info to my Meet Tally Sheet.
Mesquite
03-07-2008, 18:08
I've edited the shooting list in post# 131 to show who's requested what/when (So far that's Bob (either) , Andy (either)..........
Decorum, not sure if it's an oversight or you missed my earlier post but you've forgotten to mark myself + 2 others down for either group
No real preference for doing either first. Thanks for organising it all Dec. :You_Rock_
not sure if it's an oversight or you missed my earlier post
It was an oversight :o .
I'd got you in on the original list in post# 124 but, for some reason, didn't transfer you to #131 :dunno: :o . Because you'd drawn my eye to the error I checked my tally sheet. I'd put you on it but didn't see it when I edited the details for Wallenstein - which is strange because I'd purposely checked to make sure that the thread & sheet tallied :o ). Thanks for the correction.
EDIT: I've edited post# 131 to include Mesquite (+2) (- Either)
maverick moocher
03-07-2008, 18:49
Of course you can - I've edited the shooting list in post# 131 to show who's requested what/when (So far that's Bob (either) , Andy (either) and Wallenstein (Gp. 2) - please correct me if I'm wrong) and also added the info to my Meet Tally Sheet.
Hi Decorum
re the shooting list, I don't have a preference so either for me also.
:) :thanks:
maverick
headrox_inc
03-07-2008, 19:32
Awww I wish I could make it but I'm away down Western, poo. How often do you hold the West Mid's meet up??
Laters
The Survivalist
How often do you hold the West Mid's meet up??
I believe that this one will be the fifth in nine months :eek:
I've just been to 'check dates' and it seems we'll have gone 'full term' - 19, 20, 21 Oct 2007 to 18, 19, 20 July 2008 is 39 weeks or 274 days (including Feb 29 Leap Day) :yikes: :grouphug: :yikes: :beerchug:
headrox_inc
03-07-2008, 20:03
So where do you normaly host the event and what do you lot get upto when your all alone in the woods hahaha
The Survivalist
Mesquite
03-07-2008, 20:06
.........what do you lot get upto when your all alone in the woods
Ohhhh now that would be telling ;) You'll just have to come along and find that out for yourself if you dare :D
headrox_inc
03-07-2008, 20:08
I would but you didnt tell me were you are hiding, do you have any events coming up after this one in July?
"Bloody badger ate my hamster"
Mesquite
03-07-2008, 20:14
I would but you didnt tell me were you are hiding.........
But that's half the fun.... trying to find us :D There is a clue though on the very first post on the first page of this thread by Decorum
.......do you have any events coming up after this one in July?
Decorum has hinted he's got another one planned but he's teasing us at the moment by not telling us when it will be :)
headrox_inc
03-07-2008, 20:19
looks like a nice place to set up camp, not to far to travel to by the looks of it. What have you got up2 in the past?
"Badgers are evil, I tell you"
...... what do you lot get upto when your all alone in the woods hahaha
The Survivalist
Ohhhh now that would be telling ;) You'll just have to come along and find that out for yourself if you dare :D
I'm quite glad thad Jed and his missus (congrats) weren't with us on the first one - we're not to blame!
I would but you didnt tell me were you are hiding
As this should be the 160th post since the 28 of May I think that it's more likely to be your observational skills than our ability to hide that has prevented you from spotting us earlier :lmao:
EDIT: I'm glad I said SHOULD :burnout:
do you have any events coming up after this one in July?
We haven't even started to think about the next one yet - well ..... not really :D.
I am, however, concidering offering to put a Meet together for weekend of next years outdoors show - the site we use is about 10 miles from the NEC.
headrox_inc
03-07-2008, 20:29
You see i would have spotted this post but i vary rarly venture to the bottom section on the forum main page, but shame on me, Well i will deffo make time to come out for the next event you guys put on, beacuse it sounds like one hell of a good time, but for now have fun on your next one and keep it clean.
"Evil badgers II: The set of doom"
Mesquite
03-07-2008, 20:48
.........What have you got up2 in the past?
All the usual big kids things that you can do in woods. Make camps, Build fires, chop up fallen trees :naughty: sit round at night time throwing logs on the fire occasionally and drinking alcohol whilst telling stories and jokes :beerchug: hunt pignuts.... pesky little varmints they are but delicious when you catch one :D and best of all we got to eat game stew prepared by a Viking in mufti :D :D :D
Have I missed anything out folks?
You see i would have spotted this post but i vary rarly venture to the bottom section on the forum main page, but shame on me........
Little hint to help you sneak up on us for next time. When you sign onto the forum click on the 'new posts' on the forum toolbar. That brings up everything that's been listed recently. That way you can keep abreast of things as they are listed without having to hunt through each category
Have I missed anything out folks?
Whittling logs into kindling ..... erm, I mean carving utensils and 'effigies' :D
[QUOTE=Mesquite;414827]
Have I missed anything out folks?
QUOTE]
Teaching kids that water makes fire burn faster.
Almost loosing axes in lumps of wood - wish we'd got a photo of that log when we had the three axes stuck in it :D
You know since the last one I have spent hours stalking pig nuts and not one has fallen to my digging stick. They are either more inteligent over here and see me coming, or they have all been eated...
(sorry can't resist it) by some greedy pig
I'll get my coat
Mesquite
04-07-2008, 14:57
Almost loosing axes in lumps of wood - wish we'd got a photo of that log when we had the three axes stuck in it :D
This log you mean? :)
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk151/mesquite_uk/axelog.jpg
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk151/mesquite_uk/axelog2.jpg
You know since the last one I have spent hours stalking pig nuts and not one has fallen to my digging stick. They are either more inteligent over here and see me coming, or they have all been eated...
(sorry can't resist it) by some greedy pig
I know what you mean, since then I have only been able to find 2 lonely little pig nuts and I didn't have the heart to pounce on them with my digging stick so I left them in peace hoping they shall multiply and next year there shall be a more bountiful crop of them.
headrox_inc
04-07-2008, 17:22
Well it sounds like a really really good time none the less, as soon as the dates are posted for the one after July then I will defo be there as it beats doing bushcraft alone and should be able to pick up new tips and advice from you guys.
Laters and dont let the badger bite
(I really dont know whats wrong with me, I've got a strange facination for basgers :S)
Mesquite
04-07-2008, 17:38
..........and best of all we got to eat game stew prepared by a Viking in mufti :D :D :D
That reminds me.
Are we going to do something special for the Saturday evening meal? If so, any suggestions as to what?
woodstock
07-07-2008, 00:28
That reminds me.
Are we going to do something special for the Saturday evening meal? If so, any suggestions as to what? what about a put in the pot we used to do it at protests veg or anything you had was thrown in the pot at the end of the day it was food it was edible and it always tasted great this is a bit of a tribute to my mum who has been diagnosed with cancer of the lung which is non-operative and a was a great campaigner for human rights and spent years at protest's up and down the country
Are we going to do something special for the Saturday evening meal? If so, any suggestions as to what?
what about a put in the pot we used to do it at protests veg or anything you had was thrown in the pot at the end of the day it was food it was edible and it always tasted great
It's a good idea. However I'm loathe to rely on people bringing unspecified stuff on speculation - at some point we'd be bound to get 40kg of baking spuds with little to go with them :lmao: added to this is is the 'I've brought all this and he/she only brought along ...... ' senario; It's happened before - the lack of 'stuff' was down to lack of confidence and they confided to thinking 'I've only brought this and .....' . With a 'possible' 30 - 40 coming we won't know what we have until we're there and so don't know what we'll need pot wise.
this is a bit of a tribute to my mum who has been diagnosed with cancer of the lung which is non-operative and a was a great campaigner for human rights and spent years at protest's up and down the country
I lost my Mum similarly a few years ago. Our thoughts go out to her and your entire family.
I don't mind sorting the meat out again although I realise I got way too much last time so I should budget on a lower price?
I have looked back in the post and it looks like there will be around 35 attending?
At £1 per head I can get a reasonable variety of game and vermin + whatever I can catch the night before, probably, weather depending a fair haul !
All bought meat is from http://www.gamedealers.net/ he is a nice guy who buys and sells locally caught meat, so fresh it still wriggles!
I'll be bringing a dutch oven, think it's 6 liter, as I want to have a go at a bush curry, this will be on top of the food quota.
Is Wayland bringing his cauldron, it will be a struggle with out it? Also a fair sized pot to cook some rice in would be a genius idea.
Does anyone grow any veggies they can bring along, and does my meat suggestion sound ok?
woodstock
08-07-2008, 00:05
[QUOTE=Scrumpy;415939]I don't mind sorting the meat out again although I realise I got way too much last time so I should budget on a lower price?
I have looked back in the post and it looks like there will be around 35 attending?
At £1 per head I can get a reasonable variety of game and vermin + whatever I can catch the night before, probably, weather depending a fair haul !
All bought meat is from http://www.gamedealers.net/ he is a nice guy who buys and sells locally caught meat, so fresh it still wriggles!
I'll be bringing a dutch oven, think it's 6 liter, as I want to have a go at a bush curry, this will be on top of the food quota.
Is Wayland bringing his cauldron, it will be a struggle with out it? Also a fair sized pot to cook some rice in would be a genius idea.
I have a pot big enought for the amount of people expected to do rice or curry and it will hang over a fire I will try to bring some rabbits this time
Ps do you want some masala for the curry Kashmiri
woodstock
08-07-2008, 00:06
[QUOTE=Scrumpy;415939]I don't mind sorting the meat out again although I realise I got way too much last time so I should budget on a lower price?
I have looked back in the post and it looks like there will be around 35 attending?
At £1 per head I can get a reasonable variety of game and vermin + whatever I can catch the night before, probably, weather depending a fair haul !
All bought meat is from http://www.gamedealers.net/ he is a nice guy who buys and sells locally caught meat, so fresh it still wriggles!
I'll be bringing a dutch oven, think it's 6 liter, as I want to have a go at a bush curry, this will be on top of the food quota.
Is Wayland bringing his cauldron, it will be a struggle with out it? Also a fair sized pot to cook some rice in would be a genius idea.
I have a pot big enought for the amount of people expected to do rice or curry and it will hang over a fire I will try to bring some rabbits this time
Ps do you want some masala for the curry Kashmiri
Andy2112
08-07-2008, 13:43
Is it worth starting a list of things we need for the cook-out ? ie veg, rice etc ? and maybe someone putting thier name buy the item they will bring ?
I'm drooling already as i have never had game before !! and it sounds real goooooood.
I'm counting the days till the 18th.:D
It's here :D
Before I go on.
These are my true and honest impressions - although Bernie has been kind enough to make and donate this knife he has asked for absolutely nothing in return.
First impressions?
Is it enough to say that even if I don't win there's now a really big temptation to save up and buy one anyway?
Or to go even further and say that I'd possibly go for a custom jobbie or even consider a commission?
And this is without even using it!
I've not done any kind of testing - at all!
I've only held it and it oozes quality - by the gallon.
http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r247/berax_uk_photo/DSC01007.jpg
http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r247/berax_uk_photo/DSC00972.jpg
http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r247/berax_uk_photo/DSC00973.jpg
http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r247/berax_uk_photo/DSC00974.jpg
This is one serious (and seriously nice) knife folks - Good as Bernies' pics are they don't do his work the justice that I feel they deserve!
This knife looks even better in real life and feels great in the hand :Wow: :notworthy.
And most importantly - it FEELS like a real user!
Once again I'd like to extend my thanks to Bernie :notworthy
It's here :D
Before I go on.
These are my true and honest impressions - although Bernie has been kind enough to make and donate this knife he has asked for absolutely nothing in return.
First impressions?
Is it enough to say that even if I don't win there's now a really big temptation to save up and buy one anyway?
Or to go even further and say that I'd possibly go for a custom jobbie or even consider a commission?
And this is without even using it!
I've not done any kind of testing - at all!
I've only held it and it oozes quality - by the gallon.
http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r247/berax_uk_photo/DSC01007.jpg
http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r247/berax_uk_photo/DSC00972.jpg
http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r247/berax_uk_photo/DSC00973.jpg
http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r247/berax_uk_photo/DSC00974.jpg
This is one serious (and seriously nice) knife folks - Good as Bernies' pics are they don't do his work the justice that I feel they deserve!
This knife looks even better in real life and feels great in the hand :Wow: :notworthy.
And most importantly - it FEELS like a real user!
Once again I'd like to extend my thanks to Bernie :notworthy
Lovely.
you wont be getting any ideas of cancelling the meet now will you Decorum?:D :lmao: :D
I think the raffle will go down a storm mate. It will be worth attending just for the chance to win this knife:)
Kudos to you Bernie for all your hard work and true BCUK spirit.:You_Rock_
Bodge:)
I am amazed at the generosity of people some times, there is obviously a lot of love gone in to making such a beautiful knife and a lot of time, lets hope it goes to someone who really appreciates it. Good man Berni, good karma to you!
you wont be getting any ideas of cancelling the meet now will you Decorum?:D :lmao: :D
:lmao: Nope. Bernie has my address now :lmao:
I think the raffle will go down a storm mate. It will be worth attending just for the chance to win this knife:)
And for Oat cakes :approve: and Waylands armour plating scouring pads :yikes:
Kudos to you Bernie for all your hard work and true BCUK spirit.:You_Rock_
I am amazed at the generosity of people some times, there is obviously a lot of love gone in to making such a beautiful knife and a lot of time
Too true!
lets hope it goes to someone who really appreciates it. Good man Berni, good karma to you!
According to the most recent edition the word goes has under gone a slight transformation. Goes is now pronounced 'keeps' :D .
Bootstrap Bob
09-07-2008, 07:46
Is it worth starting a list of things we need for the cook-out ? ie veg, rice etc ? and maybe someone putting thier name buy the item they will bring ?
I'm drooling already as i have never had game before !! and it sounds real goooooood.
I'm counting the days till the 18th.:D
This sounds like a plan to me and although I don't have any large cooking utensils I have no problem bringing along something for the pot. Any suggestions?
I usually have some bannock mix ready to go if anyone fancies some.:)
Andy2112
09-07-2008, 09:00
This sounds like a plan to me and although I don't have any large cooking utensils I have no problem bringing along something for the pot. Any suggestions?
I usually have some bannock mix ready to go if anyone fancies some.:)
I've no large cookings pots either but i'm willing to get some veg, carrots or whatever ! Really whatever Aldi has in at the time, (Aldi is just round the corner from me so it's easy to get to).
Never had any bannock being a newbie an all so thats a nice offer, thanks BB.
Does anybody fancy some german sausage kebabs ? we could make some up with tomatoes, mushrooms etc. (Lidl for this one, again, just round the corner).
your thoughts ?
Ive added myself to the list if thats ok. Got a late pass out from the mrs, but cant escape Derby till Sat about 1pm. So just the 1 night and most of Sun. Cheers. Got a clipper for the raffle, a bit dull I know after Bernies lovelly offer.
Meet List:
Andy2112 +1
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 - tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Bushcraft Bailey - Hammock (Will confirm closer to date)
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - pending possible work).
corr - tarp - hope so.
decorum - ground dwelling for this one (+ poss 1 extra).
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent.
EEM tent (one night) -
Gwhtbushcraft + dad (hammocks)
maverick - hammock.
Mesquite + 2 extra - Tarp.
PJMcBear - Hammock.
Wallenstein - tent.
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks.
shaggystu + 1 - tarp and bivvis
Thunderbeard - Hammock.
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Woodstock + Mrs Woodstock + tent and -hammock.
Xylaria + tribe (2 adults+2children in all)
Addo - Hammock & tarp
Ive added myself to the list if thats ok. Got a late pass out from the mrs, but cant escape Derby till Sat about 1pm. So just the 1 night and most of Sun. Cheers.
Not a problem :D
Got a clipper for the raffle, a bit dull I know after Bernies lovelly offer.
Ooh - close one! If I'd been able to get on the net this morning you'd be kicking yourself :lmao: .
I've forgot to mention something important!
So that people can use their new items (or receive instructions in their safe use) the raffle will take place shortly after breakfast on the Saturday Morning and the 'sharps' raffle tickets will be just ONE GREAT BRITISH POUND EACH - the non - sharps raffle tickets will be 50 pence each.
So that there can be no signs of impropriety (legality issues with supplying knive etc) tickets for the 'sharps' raffle will only be sold to those who have already an 18th Birthday.
Because it is my error and because he posted first addo WILL be allowed to both donate and enter the raffle - most situations and problems are solvable.
addo - unfortunately this puts you in a difficult position :o . That of deciding how many tickets you wants prior to the Meet - if you wish to dip in can you group P.M myself, Mesquite and woodstock the number (please don't post the number in this thread!) - feel free to ask questions.
just ONE GREAT BRITISH POUND EACH.
I've just had a bit of a paranoid moment (:bluThinki quoi moi? :D ) - the ticket price is purposely low. We've gone this way so as to not exclude any who might be genuinely strapped for cash and may never hope to purchase a knife like this whilst gently trying to persuade a couple of extra squid out of the pockets of the richer folk.
headrox_inc
09-07-2008, 17:58
Damit I wish I was going!
Until next time though...
Not a problem :D
Ooh - close one! If I'd been able to get on the net this morning you'd be kicking yourself :lmao: .
I've forgot to mention something important!
So that people can use their new items (or receive instructions in their safe use) the raffle will take place shortly after breakfast on the Saturday Morning and the 'sharps' raffle tickets will be just ONE GREAT BRITISH POUND EACH - the non - sharps raffle tickets will be 50 pence each.
So that there can be no signs of impropriety (legality issues with supplying knive etc) tickets for the 'sharps' raffle will only be sold to those who have already an 18th Birthday.
Because it is my error and because he posted first addo WILL be allowed to both donate and enter the raffle - most situations and problems are solvable.
addo - unfortunately this puts you in a difficult position :o . That of deciding how many tickets you wants prior to the Meet - if you wish to dip in can you group P.M myself, Mesquite and woodstock the number (please don't post the number in this thread!) - feel free to ask questions.
I plan to come friday after noon but there is a chance I wont make it till saturday morning.
What do you class as saturday morning decorum? 11 (ish)? I would hate to miss the raffle for any of the items:D
Bodge
I plan to come friday after noon but there is a chance I wont make it till saturday morning.
What do you class as saturday morning decorum?
Erm ... open to movement to lunch?
I would hate to miss the raffle for any of the items
Even if we'd set the raffle time for the Friday evening I'd be more than happy for you to pledge to buy 'x' tickets and hand over the money whether you won or anything or not.
We've a couple of bods who are staying for one night and it's a balancing act :D - some Friday and some Saturday.
Those who can't turn up until after the raffle can (providing they've pledged, paid and got a 'winning' ticket) take their prize(s) home with them; but conversely, if we put the raffle off for too long then it could be a case of chasing people up for their for addresses or possibly up the drive :D . I'd rather trust people to honour a pledge to buy tickets than to try to get hold of someones address and send it on - i.e. the possibility of ongoing work on the site causing access problems or that people who win are intermittent users of the site. We've looked at the possibility of a sudden influx of interest of attending the Meet. This isn't something that we'd be against, but I'd not be a happy bunny if someone, who hadn't already posted their interest, posted 'Can't be there until Midday Sunday - looking forward to the raffle' :( :tapedshut :bandit:.
Reminder time :D
The site requires that all those who shoot on the rifle range fill in and hand over this (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/attachments/Rifle%20Application.pdf) form prior to being allowed to even pick up an air rifle - N.B. each form covers just one person.
Because of the nature of the form and the reasons for having to fill one in, the fact that you've filled it out for this Meet won't cover you for any future Meets.
The good news is that there are absolutely no forms to fill out for the archery.
Keep the forms some where safe - please don't hand them to me as I probably won't be at the sessions to give them to the range officer.
Remember to take the forms to the range - No form - No shoot - No exceptions.
Each form must be legible - if your hand writing looks like the death throes of an arthrytic spider please fill it out on the computer, print it off and sign it.
The forms need to be handed over to those running the sessions when you get there; for legal reasons they can't rely on trust, word of mouth, lists or memory for who is ok to shoot.
Wallenstein
10-07-2008, 21:58
Can I just check we're in the same place as we were last time (No. 11)?
:)
Can I just check we're in the same place as we were last time (No. 11)?
:)
A happy confirmation - we're to be on 11 :D .
Mesquite
10-07-2008, 22:31
A happy confirmation - we're to be on 11 :D .
Do you think we'll all fit on to pitch 11 Dec, or will we be able to spread out a little onto 10??
Do you think we'll all fit on to pitch 11 Dec, or will we be able to spread out a little onto 10??
Oh, I think we'll be ok :D
woodstock
10-07-2008, 23:01
Just a little reminder as I have posted do we still need a Xlarge cooking pot because I have to carry it a distance and dont wont to unless it is going to be used it iim sure its big enough to feed all
Bushcraft Bailey
11-07-2008, 07:52
Thats me confirmed.....free diary and a domestic pass out! :approve:
Meet List:
Andy2112 +1
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 - tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Bushcraft Bailey - Hammock (Poss +1)
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - pending possible work).
corr - tarp - hope so.
decorum - ground dwelling for this one (+ poss 1 extra).
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent.
EEM tent (one night) -
Gwhtbushcraft + dad (hammocks)
maverick - hammock.
Mesquite + 2 extra - Tarp.
PJMcBear - Hammock.
Wallenstein - tent.
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks.
shaggystu + 1 - tarp and bivvis
Thunderbeard - Hammock.
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Woodstock + Mrs Woodstock + tent and -hammock.
Xylaria + tribe (2 adults+2children in all)
Addo - Hammock & tarp
Thats me confirmed.....
Good job you confirmed - somehow you'd been knocked off the list and I'd missed it :o .
Bit of a long post :o . With a week to go I though I'd collate the info; this post contains the Meet and shooting lists, the location and prices. If I've missed anything(s) please point it/them out :D .
Meet List:
Addo - Hammock & tarp (one night).
Andy2112 +1
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 - tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Bushcraft Bailey - Hammock (Poss +1).
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - pending possible work).
corr - tarp - hope so.
decorum - ground dwelling for this one (+ poss 1 extra).
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent.
EEM tent (one night) -
Gwhtbushcraft + dad (hammocks)
maverick - hammock.
Mesquite + 2 extra - Tarp.
PJMcBear - Hammock.
Wallenstein - tent.
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks.
shaggystu + 1 - tarp and bivvis
Thunderbeard - Hammock.
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
WhichDoctor - Tent.
Woodstock + Mrs Woodstock + tent and -hammock.
Xylaria + tribe (2 adults+2children in all)
Shooting list:
The two sessions are now full - I may be able to book further sessions - but I make no promises!
You can, however, still add your name to the reserve list - first reserve will replace the first to drop out and so on (everyone else will take precedence to myself) or, if there is enough interest I'll ask the site whether we can have one or more extra sessions.
Andy2112 +1 - Archery & air rifle - Either session.
Bootstrap Bob - Archery - Either session.
Gwhtbushcraft + dad - archery and air rifle.
maverick - Archery and air rifle - Either session.
Mesquite (+ 2 extra) - Archery and Air rifle - Either session.
Thunderbeard - Archery.
Wallenstein - rifles. - Gp. 2.
WhichDoctor - Archery and Air rifle.
Xylaria + tribe - Archery and air rifle.
As long as all of the places are taken the costs for the archery and air rifle session will be £2.75 per person and £3.13 per person respectively (or $5.88 per person for those doing both).
Reserve list for shooting:
decorum - both - if needed to make up numbers.
I've booked the ranges and times.
They will be on the Saturday - 11.00 and run until 12.00 and 14.00 - 15.00.
Group1.
Archery :- 11.00 - 12.00 (£2.75 per person)
Air rifles :- 14.00 - 15.00 (£3.13 per person)
Group 2.
Air rifles :- 11.00 - 12.00 (£3.13 per person)
Archery :- 14.00 - 15.00 (£2.75 per person)
Location (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/) is Rough Close Campsite.
Price (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/attachments/RC%20Price%20List%2008.pdf) is £3.60 per person per night.
Family friendly - so your youngsters are welcome!
Can people please bring a bit of spare change rather than just notes - I have to use public transport to get to work during the week.
Each of the pocket campsites has a designated area for ground fires; to keep the site tidier and easier to use - outside of the designated areas contained fires can be used (raised half drums and trail stoves etc).
I believe that during drought that the site retains the privillege to ban ground/semi-open/open (etc) fires for as long as they deem fit for the safety of both those on site and of the site itself - BUT I really can't see this being a problem at the moment.
The site, according to MAGIC (http://www.magic.gov.uk/), is a mix of Ancient and Semi-Natural and Ancient Replanted woodland – There is a SSSI which shares its borders with the S/E corner of the site.
Wallenstein
11-07-2008, 13:03
I believe that during drought that the site retains the privillege to ban ground/semi-open/open (etc) fires for as long as they deem fit for the safety of both those on site and of the site itself - BUT I really can't see this being a problem at the moment.
Heh, no kidding!
On a serious note, has the recent rainfall turned the site into a swamp, or is it still reasonably firm underfoot?
shaggystu
11-07-2008, 13:34
SWMBO has decided against it, she's off to a folk festival instead so just myself now.
cheers,
stuart
On a serious note, has the recent rainfall turned the site into a swamp, or is it still reasonably firm underfoot?
No idea - yet!
It shouldn't be too bad though as the bit we'll be using is mulch/mud over clay and is a bit raised. It's the lower and/or clay topped areas which take the time to dry out. It'd be a good idea to take gaiters though - or, failing that, wellies - as many of the tracks which surround the pitch, do get swamped and can take weeks to drain/dry out properly.
Andy2112
11-07-2008, 13:42
No idea - yet!
It shouldn't be too bad though as the bit we'll be using is mulch/mud over clay and is a bit raised. It's the lower and/or clay topped areas which take the time to dry out. It'd be a good idea to take gaiters though - or, failing that, wellies - as many of the tracks which surround the pitch, do get swamped and can take weeks to drain/dry out properly.
Might be a good idea to bring some canoes as well if it carries on raining. LOL :D
Did everyone see my post on the cook out ? The one about doing a list for the veggies etc ? What does anyone think about it ? good idea or no ?
Andy2112
11-07-2008, 16:43
Decorum,
will there be a problem for me as with Addo with the raffle as i am thinking of donating a few prizes ?
Andy
Just a little reminder as I have posted do we still need a Xlarge cooking pot because I have to carry it a distance and dont wont to unless it is going to be used it iim sure its big enough to feed all
:dunno: I've no idea, I think that it may well be worth humping it up and down though.
Did everyone see my post on the cook out ? The one about doing a list for the veggies etc ? What does anyone think about it ? good idea or no ?
I've purposely left the 'Saturday Special' alone to see whether it developed - it seems to be spluttering :lmao: . Unless we have a complete foodie(s) with us Ithink that it can be a bit unfair to 'tie' a small number of folk to the fire area for one third of the day (based on 8hours asleep and 5 hours sorting the roast and veg).
will there be a problem for me as with Addo with the raffle as i am thinking of donating a few prizes ?
Andy
:dunno: Can I take it that you'll be arriving during Saturday?? :dunno:
Although I want to give folk the chance to get the chance to use their 'winnings' if they wish, I have nothing against holding a mini-raffle a bit later on. If you're in the position where you'd need to pre-order tickets and would like some - just multi-P.M the quantity to myself, Mesquite and woodstock (please don't post quantity in this thread!) - Prices: Non-sharps raffle - 50p per ticket & sharps raffle is £1 per ticket
SWMBO has decided against it, she's off to a folk festival instead so just myself now.
cheers,
stuart
Ok, not a problem.
Andy2112
14-07-2008, 08:54
:dunno: Can I take it that you'll be arriving during Saturday?? :dunno:
Decorum,
I'll be there Friday night so i suppose there will be no problem for me after all. Doh !!
Heh, no kidding!
On a serious note, has the recent rainfall turned the site into a swamp, or is it still reasonably firm underfoot?
Middlemud is worse!!!!
Generally in past the communal eating that goes on tends to be various people bring good/wild/wierd/local foods to give other people tastes, a fat stew pot is useally a nice thing. You put anything(except cheep burgers) in a stew pot. Once numbers go above 10 mouths catering training and catering size cooking pots become more or less required to get a dish right unless its stew. And i agree with decorum that is lot pressure on one person either to bring the untensils or do the cooking. I have cooked for 22 people over a campfire it is not that easy. I useally bring some wild food (veggies and fruits) but I can't relibily provide a single dish for a large number people. Well maybe nettles and sowthistle. I just think the food should be kept informal.
If you have issues carrying the pot woodstock i might be able to ask the hubby to pick it up in car if the pot is in coventry.
Mesquite
14-07-2008, 13:44
GRAND SAUSAGE COOK OFF
Wayland and I were going to have a sausage cook off between us on the Friday night of the meet but we thought it would be a bit more fun if others joined in as well.
Rules are very simple and are as follows:
1) 6 sausages to be cooked of your favourite variety
2) Sausages may be cooked any way the entrant wishes to,
3) No sauces or other 'flavour enhancers' to be used other than what is in the sausage.
4) Entrants can enter more than one variety but there must be 6 cooked in each entry.
5) £1 per entry, funds to go into the BcUK raffle fund.
6) Judging to be done by I don't know who or how (other than eating them) :D
No need to say you'll enter it or anything, just turn up with your sausages on the Friday night.
GRAND SAUSAGE COOK OFF
Wayland and I were going to have a sausage cook off between us on the Friday night of the meet but we thought it would be a bit more fun if others joined in as well.
Rules are very simple and are as follows:
1) 6 sausages to be cooked of your favourite variety
2) Sausages may be cooked any way the entrant wishes to,
3) No sauces or other 'flavour enhancers' to be used other than what is in the sausage.
4) Entrants can enter more than one variety but there must be 6 cooked in each entry.
5) £1 per entry, funds to go into the BcUK raffle fund.
6) Judging to be done by I don't know who or how (other than eating them) :D
No need to say you'll enter it or anything, just turn up with your sausages on the Friday night.
I'll be there running around the campfire squeezing and shaking my sausage in excitement:lmao:
Bodge:)
OK starting to think about packing now.
Is there anything anyone wants me to bring?
Mesquite
14-07-2008, 14:58
1) 6 sausages to be cooked of your favourite variety
I'll be there running around the campfire squeezing and shaking my sausage in excitement:lmao:
Bodge:)
Read the rules Bodge, you have to be running round the campfire squeezing and shaking 6 sausages in excitement no matter how fine a specimen your single sausage might be ;)
I'm having a few login problems at the moment (I think it's at my end) so I may be slow giving answers or updates.
At the moment it's looking like it'll be wet towards the end of the week; but it's too soon to say for certain whether there's the possibility of a wet Meet.
GRAND SAUSAGE COOK OFF
Good idea :approve:.
At the moment it looks like I'll be keeping away from all communal cooking/food as I've a rather serious bout of man flu - you could glue leather together with the mucus that's coming out of me at the moment :yuck: - I, and Bernies' knife, will still be there though!
i know this could possibly be me being lazy, but this thread is humungus and i havent the will to search!
could someone either post or send me some directions from the end of the M69 please;) , thank you in advance.
Adam.
i know this could possibly be me being lazy, but this thread is humungus and i havent the will to search!
could someone either post or send me some directions from the end of the M69 please;) , thank you in advance.
Adam.
No need to search - just check out the original (first) post :lmao: .
Or being a bit nicer:
Off M69 and onto A 46,
Follow A 46 to its juntion with the A 45,
Follow A 45 to Tile Hill - It's quite a large junction and has a Sainsbury supermarket on it.
Turn left on to Tile Hill Lane and follow the road for 'a couple of miles'.
At the lights at theTexaco petrol station (The junction looks like a cross-roads - it isn't!) go straight on up onto Tanners Lane.
About a mile and a half up Tanners Lane there is a phone box on the right - the entrance to the site is just meters before it.
Hello folks
does anyone have a spare tarp I could maybe use at midlands meet please.
I use a dpm issue tarp but I may need one for my lad. I have a poncho but after a soak testing it appears to be slightly teabagish:)
I aim to get one eventually but cant decide which size. I feel a large 4m x 3m maybe better so we can both get under it but I havn't made my mind up yet and dont want to rush in and end up buying another one when I change my mind.:D
If someone would be kind enough to take a spare for me that would be great.
It would need to be big enough for a small dude in a hammock and waterproof, I guess 2mx 2.85m.
Thanks in advance
Bodge:D
does anyone have a spare tarp I could maybe use at midlands meet please.......If someone would be kind enough to take a spare for me that would be great.
It would need to be big enough for a small dude in a hammock and waterproof, I guess 2mx 2.85m.
Would the BIG grey thing I used at the last Meet do you?
Has there been a decision made about the meat? I am happy to get some but will need to get it ordered very soon, like tomorrow or is everyone happy to just bring what you like and go from there?
I am hoping woodstock can bring a couple of bunnies and maybe a tree rat or two, I will try for the same and I have some muntjack in the freezer already, if we budgeted on 50p -£1 per head I could buy enough to make a pretty large cauldrons worth?
If the bunnies do happen I am quite happy to show anyone interested how to skin and gut them, it's not as messy or smelly as it sounds.
Wallenstein
15-07-2008, 08:18
I'd love to see how a bunny is prepared for the pot - happy to contribute a couple of quid as well.
Andy2112
15-07-2008, 08:52
I'd love to see how a bunny is prepared for the pot - happy to contribute a couple of quid as well.
I echo Wall'n, i've never seen it done and never tried those pesky wabbits !! Not really tried any game meat so to speak apart from duck.
WhichDoctor
15-07-2008, 10:24
I'm afraid I'm not going to be able to make it to the meat. I've not been very well for a while but was really hoping to recover in time, alas it don't look like it now :( .
Really sorry to miss it, I hope you all have a good time and the weather is kind.
All the best WD
Andy2112
15-07-2008, 10:29
Get well soon mate, there's always next time.
I'm afraid I'm not going to be able to make it to the meat.
I'm sorry to hear that you're so unwell, as Andy said there'll be more :D and I hope you'll be up to joining us.
A 'just in case' note:
If, by miracle, you're feeling better by the weekend then feel free to come down - no need to post/P.M to ask!
For some reason I can't edit post# 195; so I've copied, pasted and edited :o.
Bit of a long post :o . With a week (now a few days) to go I though I'd collate the info; this post contains the Meet and shooting lists, the location and prices. If I've missed anything(s) please point it/them out :D .
Meet List:
Addo - Hammock & tarp (one night).
Andy2112 +1
Bodge + 2 or 3 or 4 - tents hammocks and tarps and kitchen sinks.
Bootstrap Bob - tarp and bivvi,
Bushcraft Bailey - Hammock (Poss +1).
Cobweb+Bramble+2 (if possible/real life allowing - pending possible work).
corr - tarp - hope so.
decorum - ground dwelling for this one (+ poss 1 extra).
Dingo + 2 hammock & tent.
EEM tent (one night) -
Gwhtbushcraft + dad (hammocks)
maverick - hammock.
Mesquite + 2 extra - Tarp.
PJMcBear - Hammock.
Wallenstein - tent.
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks.
shaggystu + 1 - tarp and bivvis
Thunderbeard - Hammock.
Wayland - Hammock + Mega tarp again.
WhichDoctor - Tent - may not be there - reserve list for shooting may now apply.
Woodstock - tent/hammock?
Xylaria + tribe (2 adults+2children in all)
Shooting list:
The two sessions are now full (one space may now be available - please ask on Saturday if you are interested in taking it) - I may be able to book further sessions - but I make no promises!
You can, however, still add your name to the reserve list - first reserve will replace the first to drop out and so on (everyone else will take precedence to myself) or, if there is enough interest I'll ask the site whether we can have one or more extra sessions.
Andy2112 +1 - Archery & air rifle - Either session.
Bootstrap Bob - Archery - Either session.
Gwhtbushcraft + dad - archery and air rifle.
maverick - Archery and air rifle - Either session.
Mesquite (+ 2 extra) - Archery and Air rifle - Either session.
Thunderbeard - Archery.
Wallenstein - rifles. - Gp. 2.
WhichDoctor - Archery and Air rifle - may not be there - reserve list for shooting may now apply.
Xylaria + tribe - Archery and air rifle.
As long as all of the places are taken the costs for the archery and air rifle session will be £2.75 per person and £3.13 per person respectively (or £5.88 per person for those doing both).
Reserve list for shooting:
decorum - if needed to make up numbers.
I've booked the ranges and times.
They will be on the Saturday - 11.00 and run until 12.00 and 14.00 - 15.00.
Group1.
Archery :- 11.00 - 12.00 (£2.75 per person)
Air rifles :- 14.00 - 15.00 (£3.13 per person)
Group 2.
Air rifles :- 11.00 - 12.00 (£3.13 per person)
Archery :- 14.00 - 15.00 (£2.75 per person)
Location (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/) is Rough Close Campsite.
Price (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/attachments/RC%20Price%20List%2008.pdf) is £3.60 per person per night.
Family friendly - so your youngsters are welcome!
Can people please bring a bit of spare change rather than just notes - I have to use public transport to get to work during the week.
Each of the pocket campsites has a designated area for ground fires; to keep the site tidier and easier to use - outside of the designated areas contained fires can be used (raised half drums and trail stoves etc).
I believe that during drought that the site retains the privillege to ban ground/semi-open/open (etc) fires for as long as they deem fit for the safety of both those on site and of the site itself - BUT I really can't see this being a problem at the moment.
The site, according to MAGIC (http://www.magic.gov.uk/), is a mix of Ancient and Semi-Natural and Ancient Replanted woodland – There is a SSSI which shares its borders with the S/E corner of the site.
Hmm, It seems that if I try to edit that I get thrown out of the system and the post is duplicated rater than edited
:banghead: :banghead: :banghead: :banghead: :cussing: :red: :red: :red: .
Hmm, It seems that if I try to edit that I get thrown out of the system and the post is duplicated rater than edited
:banghead: :banghead: :banghead: :banghead: :cussing: :red: :red: :red: .
:lmao: Oh, this system soooooo does not like me! It looks like posting chucks me out too! :lmao:
EDIT: Just checking to see whether the system was having a brain burp.
EDIT 2: Yup - can't go advanced though :lmao:.
ARRRGGHH!!!
Flaming Login Issues!
How on earth can I not be logged in when I try to view the most recent posts in this thread - but logged in when I click to view the oldest :confused: :confused: :confused:
P.s.
It's not just this thread :( .
woodstock
15-07-2008, 21:38
[I am hoping woodstock can bring a couple of bunnies and maybe a tree rat or two, I will try for the same and I have some muntjack in the freezer already, if we budgeted on 50p -£1 per head I could buy enough to make a pretty large cauldrons worth?
If the bunnies do happen I am quite happy to show anyone interested how to skin and gut them, it's not as messy or smelly as it sounds.[/QUOTE]
I dont have any frozen but would be happy to get a couple for Friday or as many as I shoot between now and then the squirrels are a bit thin on the ground round here buggers to skin but tasty Likewise I don't mind showing how to prepare for the pot
woodstock
15-07-2008, 21:47
[QUOTE=decorum;418383]ARRRGGHH!!!
Flaming Login Issues!
How on earth can I not be logged in when I try to view the most recent posts in this thread - but logged in when I click to view the oldest :confused: :confused: :confused:
Do you hear or see this
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NzlG28B-R8Y
:umbrella:
looks like i wont make it until saturday morning.:(
Would the BIG grey thing I used at the last Meet do you?
If it's not too much trouble Decorum
Thanks
Bodge:)
ARRRGGHH!!!
Flaming Login Issues!
How on earth can I not be logged in when I try to view the most recent posts in this thread - but logged in when I click to view the oldest :confused: :confused: :confused:
Well, fingers crossed, I had a hint of inspiration and I 'think' (touch wood) I've sorted the problem :werd: .
Do you hear or see this
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NzlG28B-R8Y
Of course - it's a bit like the sound track to my life :o
looks like i wont make it until saturday morning.:(
O.K, not a problem. We'll see you when you get there. P.M replied to.
If it's not too much trouble
No trouble at all - because ot its size we'd better ear mark a spot for you :D .
EDIT:
I'm having a few login problems at the moment (I think it's at my end) so I may be slow giving answers or updates
I sooo got that right :lmao: .
Thanks Decorum. I may not need it yet if I get the same pitch as last time where the 2 hammocks were quite close and my tarp covered both. saying that though the extra room may be nice.
Thanks
Bodge
woodstock
16-07-2008, 00:17
No trouble at all - because ot its size we'd better ear mark a spot for you :D .
That'll be Bodge on ste 11 then :lol:
Andy2112
16-07-2008, 10:11
talking of size, hmmhuh,
I am thinking of doing a live 'test' of an argos tipi i bought a while back, it's 3m x 3m, would the size be a problem to pitch? considering trees etc ??
If it does i think i'll just bring a small tent and tarp to go over it.
Strange question but are the rifles scoped or iron sighted ? Used to using scope you see.
Bit of fun, what about a prize for the range users who get the best grouping ??
That'll be Bodge on ste 11 then :lol:
:lmao:
I am thinking of doing a live 'test' of an argos tipi i bought a while back, it's 3m x 3m, would the size be a problem to pitch? considering trees etc ??
I can't see it being a problem - as long as you don't want to pitch next to Bodge :D - the big grey thing mentioned above is about 5 x 5 :lmao: .
Strange question but are the rifles scoped or iron sighted ? Used to using scope you see.
A perfectly valid question - they're iron sights.
Bit of fun, what about a prize for the range users who get the best grouping ??
Might be a bit late to sort this for this weekend - but definately something to consider a a future possiblity.
Andy2112
16-07-2008, 12:07
Thanks Dec,
i think i'll bring both tents just in case, been having man flu last week and a bit this week so it might be a bit drafty in the tipi, but i'll see.
Get the chance to use my old trangia which i unearthed from the garage last night and after straightening the top it doesn't look in bad shape considering it's 20+ yrs old !!
Boots dubbin'ed up, stove sorted, tents sorted, tarp sorted, now for the food and drink, haha. might think about throwing in a few spare clothes as well. Oh and my new hat !!
Is it worth bringing gaiters as previous post suggested ? just checked Met office site and it looks like light rain showers all weekend but sunny intervals on Sunday, typical.:(
Wallenstein
16-07-2008, 12:21
Is someone bringing a bow saw?
I recall at the last meet some of the larger tree trunks proved too much for a Laplander...
When is it first OK to turn up on Friday?
Wayland could you bring an ear spoon please if you can fit it in that is?
{don't worry I am not going use:togo: it just look it}
I'll have a look but I think I sold the last one I made.
If I can find one I'll bring it.
Don't worry.
I was stoning cherries and deseeding rosehips the other day when i thought a tiny long spoon would do this job very easly, then i thought the size of spoon would small enough to keep on a keyring, and then i thought of viking earspoons. I don't know if i was a viking woman I would find more uses for a ear spoon then just cleaning my ears, or maybe not.
Andy2112
16-07-2008, 15:14
Earspoons, i thought someone was taking the pith !!
Every time i on log onto this site i come across something new, amazing.
keep it coming
Makes sense, I'm sure they would have been used for all sorts of things, and the little sets with tweezers and toothpicks look like Viking multitools to me.
Mesquite
16-07-2008, 15:23
Is someone bringing a bow saw?
I recall at the last meet some of the larger tree trunks proved too much for a Laplander...
I'll be bringing a couple with me for us to use.
When is it first OK to turn up on Friday?
Woodstock and I are planning to get there around 3'ish. I think Dec was going to let people at the site know that there's a few people coming a long way and may be arriving early.
woodstock
16-07-2008, 20:30
I am hoping woodstock can bring a couple of bunnies and maybe a tree rat or two, I will try for the same and I have some muntjack in the freezer already, if we budgeted on 50p -£1 per head I could buy enough to make a pretty large cauldrons worth?
If the bunnies do happen I am quite happy to show anyone interested how to skin and gut them, it's not as messy or smelly as it sounds.[/QUOTE]
Im going out in the morning do you want the rabbits skin on cleaned or do you what me to leave one for a demo as if its left intact it taints the meat, So if you let me know how you would like them
been having man flu last week and a bit this week
You're a Snot Goblin too then? - at the moment my nasal passages could supply the world with lemon curd :yuck:.
Get the chance to use my old trangia which i unearthed from the garage last night and after straightening the top it doesn't look in bad shape considering it's 20+ yrs old !!
That's the beauty of a trangia - no moving parts to fail. OK ... you might have to replace the burner cap seal :D - especially if a scout's been near it :banghead:
Is it worth bringing gaiters as previous post suggested ?
It won't harm :umbrella:
just checked Met office site and it looks like light rain showers all weekend but sunny intervals on Sunday, typical.:(
When is it first OK to turn up on Friday?
I think Dec was going to let people at the site know that there's a few people coming a long way and may be arriving early.
Erm ..... I may have dropped the ball on this one :o . I don't think I checked because, if memory serves, the earliest arrival mentioned was in the afternoon - which wouldn't be a problem;
I'll know better when I can get hold of my Father-in-Law - Approx same time as last time Wayland?
Woodstock, Best clean the guts out mate, would be a little funky otherwise, my bad.... leave the coats on though.
I am planning on getting there around 2-3ish all being well, I'm coming from the close side of Milton Keynes if anyone needs a ride?
woodstock
16-07-2008, 23:31
What kind of cooker will you be using at the meet and how many are bringing a Bush Buddy
shaggystu
17-07-2008, 12:21
last night SWMBO fell off the kerb and managed to cut pretty much through her hand on a piece of broken glass, she wants me to stay home this weekend. hope you all have a great time over the weekend, i'm gonna sit in the garden and whittle, burn things, and sulk.
see you all next time hopefully
stuart
What kind of cooker will you be using at the meet
I'll be doing my normal variety - open fire (if man flu allows :o ) and gas for near-instant brew-ups - I've finally remembered to buy a maintenance kit for my aging MSR so that'll probably be going along for some much needed practice too.
and how many are bringing a Bush Buddy
I don't have one :( .
Mesquite
17-07-2008, 16:42
last night SWMBO fell off the kerb and managed to cut pretty much through her hand on a piece of broken glass, she wants me to stay home this weekend. hope you all have a great time over the weekend, i'm gonna sit in the garden and whittle, burn things, and sulk.
see you all next time hopefully
stuart
Ouch Stuart, that's painful for you both :( Hope your wife recovers quickly without any lasting damage. Fingers crossed you'll make it to the next moot without any mishap.
last night SWMBO fell off the kerb and managed to cut pretty much through her hand on a piece of broken glass
Sorry to hear that. Please wish her a speedy recovery.
she wants me to stay home this weekend.
Swmbo did something very similar so I really can understand that :yikes: .
i'm gonna sit in the garden and whittle, burn things, and sulk.
No need to sulk - Take good care of her, the shock will require a bit of pampering; now think 'Brownie Points' ..... and with that think 'Which bit of kit would I like?' :o
see you all next time hopefully
Yup, there'll be a next one :cool: .