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Andy2112
06-08-2008, 12:08
Hi guys,
Really enjoyed the Midlands Meet summer 08.
My question is:- When is the next one ??????
over to you Decorum.:D
Mesquite
06-08-2008, 12:15
I'll ask the same Decroum.... When's it going to be? :)
Got nothing planned after August apart from the weekend of 19-21 Sept which is the Herts/North London meet (I've got to be there for that one as I'm the 'facilitator' for it :D ).
Bootstrap Bob
06-08-2008, 12:22
I'm up for another meet Decorum if you're happy to facilitate :) :You_Rock_
I've got withdrawal symptoms already and the Moot has only just finished!
When is the next one ??????
I'll ask the same .... :)
:lmao:
I thought I'd leave it until after the Moot to mention/ask about the next one ... Oh .... :D .
I'm quite happy to coordinate another - to benefit my sanity I'll not offer to book sessions on the ranges this time though http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/fighting/fighting0079.gif.
Mesquite
06-08-2008, 17:38
I thought I'd leave it until after the Moot to mention/ask about the next one ... Oh .... :D
Yup, the moot has gone and is now just happy memories for all that attenbded so we need another fix :D
: I'm quite happy to coordinate another
So you're changing your title from facilitator to co-ordinator then? :D
to benefit my sanity I'll not offer to book sessions on the ranges this time though http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/fighting/fighting0079.gif.
Keep it as simple as you like mate, I'm sure everyone will enjoy themselves no matter what we do. I know I will :)
Cant wait for the next meet. Count me in, but my leg might be in a cast as im waiting for my operation date and there keeping me guessing as to when it is.
firecrest
06-08-2008, 21:07
i hope i can attend the next one, i have college starting sept 29, and ill be reet busy, so *cough cough* hopefully it will be before then.
Consider your arm taken off at the shoulder Decorum; barring acts of god and alien abductions I'll be there.... Except for the weekends of the 30th-31st Aug and 6th-7th Sep (so that would be acts of god, alien abductions and family holidays... otters' noses anyone?)
shaggystu
07-08-2008, 11:49
barring acts of god or gemma i shall be there, in fact, if gemma does manage to injure herself again i might just bring her along anyway and we'll have a bush-medicine afternoon! with a bit of luck i might have my tent-tipi by then as well so i'll be itching to try it out, all excuses are valid!
stuart
I'd be up for a meet :) Of course it depends on when and like usual I'll have to let you know closer to the time and the like, but as long as it's not too cold I'll definitely come :)
firecrest
07-08-2008, 22:12
I might need to carpool for this one, unless there is a bus that goes to birmingham, which is a distinct possibility.
I might need to carpool for this one, unless there is a bus that goes to birmingham, which is a distinct possibility.
I'll see you right! ;)
firecrest
07-08-2008, 23:04
cheers :)
apparently I need to lengthen my post by ten letters., it wont let me just post cheers!
I'll see you right! ;)
I'll help fill the big blue bus, with a donation of course.
woodstock
08-08-2008, 22:59
Im in even with alian abduction I would invite them along to meet some real humans http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/images/smilies/cool.gif:cool:
I will try and make this one, it will be good to catch up with people I have met before and to meet some new folk.
thought i had already posted on this one, must be going mad :confused: , ditto the above would love to make this one, not been to any moot since middlewwod in feb, starting to get grumpy
Count me in if dates allow....:)
Tripitaka
09-08-2008, 08:15
Any idea of dates yet?
Whilst trying to work around stated preferences and without checking with the site the first viable weekend in September is the 12 - 14 (with the weekend 26 - 28 as a back-up).
Keep it as simple as you like mate
Nah, it's not about simplicity - I'd prefer to not have the same situation that we did at the last Meet; activities pre-booked but no certified instructers on sitehttp://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/fighting/fighting0061.gif .
Wallenstein
09-08-2008, 14:07
Should be good for both those weekend. :)
Mesquite
09-08-2008, 16:30
Whilst trying to work around stated preferences and without checking with the site the first viable weekend in September is the 12 - 14 (with the weekend 26 - 28 as a back-up).
Either weekend is good for me :)
Nah, it's not about simplicity - I'd prefer to not have the same situation that we did at the last Meet; activities pre-booked but no certified instructers on sitehttp://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/fighting/fighting0061.gif .
Well that wasn't your fault but I can appreciate the problems like that... As they say... best laid plans of mice and men........... go bottoms up when you involve a third party :D
Tripitaka
09-08-2008, 16:59
The 12th/14th would be superb for me as I have to be Midlands way that weekend anyway.
couldn't make the first dates, daughters christening on the 14th, second weekend would be good though.
I'd have to be a late arrival on the first weekend, second is clear though.
Humpback
10-08-2008, 11:20
Whilst trying to work around stated preferences and without checking with the site the first viable weekend in September is the 12 - 14 (with the weekend 26 - 28 as a back-up).
I can make 12-14 September but not 26-28, so hope its the former.
Regards
Alan
firecrest
10-08-2008, 11:38
I think the earlier date is better for me, I start uni 29th.
Andy2112
11-08-2008, 09:09
Earlier date would suit me better.
Mesquite
11-08-2008, 09:28
Hmmmm , mentioned the the little wifey last night that there's a midlands meet in September at which she gave a laugh followed by 'oh right, and are you going to it?' with a bit of an edge in her voice
Me thinks I had better do some serious groveling to get a full pass out for it. Any suggestions folks?
I really don't see what her problem is as I've only spent 15 days in August away on bushcrafty stuff so that means I've been home for 16 days which means I've been home more than I've been away. Bloody women, you just can't ever please them :D
Tripitaka
11-08-2008, 09:54
How about fetching her with you?
Mesquite
11-08-2008, 09:59
How about fetching her with you?
:lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: Tried that one already ages ago.
My little wifey is not in the slightest bit interested in spending time camping out even though she used to be involved with the scouts. As she puts it 'Been there, done it and now I love a proper bed too much'.
She tolerates me dissapearing for a few days at time then coming back smelling of campfires with a load of gear to sort out but nope she wants running water and comfort.
Thanks for the suggestion though :)
Mesquite
11-08-2008, 10:00
Opps double posting
PJMCBear
11-08-2008, 16:23
Aye, go firm on the dates and I'll try to sort a weekend pass.
Count me and Oliver in please, probably my mate the pigeon guy as well.
Bernie Garland
12-08-2008, 18:33
I'll Most probably be able to get for one Night.
Bernie
Wallenstein
12-08-2008, 19:58
Count me and Oliver in please, probably my mate the pigeon guy as well.
Will he have any pigeons with him? They were properly tasty!!
firecrest
12-08-2008, 21:10
ooh Good I hope so, I missed the last one with the pigeons.
Bernie Garland
12-08-2008, 21:12
Will he have any pigeons with him? They were properly tasty!!
I'll Bring some down and some bunnys
Bernie
Wallenstein
12-08-2008, 22:08
I'll Bring some down and some bunnys
Bernie
That'd be great - I know there's a few of us wanted to see how to skin / prepare a bunny for the pot.
Gradually working our way up the food chain... deer, buffalo and woolly mammoth still to go. :)
Well, when is it? If Wayland is coming and brings his cauldrons, and we can get enough rabbit together, we could do a big stew. How would that be?
firecrest
12-08-2008, 23:06
does anyone catch squirrels on a regular basis? Or am I being a bit ambitious here? I think Im developing a taste for good meat.
I say we get several small animals together, keep them alive but wounded and let the kids practice their paw swipes on them as they run away, and the throat hold of course.
Of course after dispatching the creature, a self appointed alpha male must chase them off the kill and get choice selection :)
Andy2112
13-08-2008, 08:59
Right folks,
Now we are all talking about food, how about doing a list of things people can bring to put in the pot ? Who's up for it ? The only thing i can see going wrong is if your names down and you don't bring what you said you'd bring !! We don't want the case of doubling up on things as i can't see us eating our way through 30kilos of spuds and 2 carrots if you get my drift.
Hopefully Woodstock is coming, and hopefully do one of his game curries again, well tasty.
Would everyone chip in so we can get some game ?
what do you all think about it ? good, bad or indifferent.
over to you guys.:D
Mesquite
13-08-2008, 09:10
30kilos of spuds and 2 carrots
I dunno.... that ratio sounds about right for a person who doesn't cooked carrots :D
Would everyone chip in so we can get some game ?
what do you all think about it ? good, bad or indifferent.
I say go for it and I'm happy to chip in as it was a good experience. I did olike the game curry for sure :)
The only thing I will say is that it does tie down one or 2 people for a good part of the day prepping and cooking.We'll also need a good supply of wood brought in as well so people have to be willing to do the wood gathering
Andy2112
13-08-2008, 10:29
I dunno.... that ratio sounds about right for a person who doesn't cooked carrots :D
The only thing I will say is that it does tie down one or 2 people for a good part of the day prepping and cooking.We'll also need a good supply of wood brought in as well so people have to be willing to do the wood gathering
Mesquite,
yeah, i agree with you about doing the prep but what if all of us did a bit, after all, we all want to eat it when it's cooked. I don't mind doing a bit of prep work, bit like being back home in the kitchen. I don't mind doing the wood either, many a weekend when i was younger did i chop kindling in the garage for my grandparents 3 open fires, haa, the good ole days.
One thing what can't happen is the "you don't work, you don't eat" scenario, it's not what we're about is it ?
Who got the game the last time as i can't remember !
Wallenstein
13-08-2008, 11:16
Mesquite,
yeah, i agree with you about doing the prep but what if all of us did a bit, after all, we all want to eat it when it's cooked. I don't mind doing a bit of prep work, bit like being back home in the kitchen. I don't mind doing the wood either, many a weekend when i was younger did i chop kindling in the garage for my grandparents 3 open fires, haa, the good ole days.
One thing what can't happen is the "you don't work, you don't eat" scenario, it's not what we're about is it ?
Who got the game the last time as i can't remember !
Scrumpy organised the pigeons and (I think) the muntjac.
Woodstock had a pigeon with him too.
I'm more than happy pottering about round the campfire - was great fun building the cooking tripods last time, and preparing the pigeons was a learning experience in itself.
The beauty of a stew is that once all the ingredients are in the pot it just needs stirring and topping up with water every 10 mins. :)
Humpback
13-08-2008, 16:58
Has the date been fixed yet?
shaggystu
13-08-2008, 19:13
if i do manage to make it to this one i can probably bring a bit of game (rabbit, squirrel, pidgeon) but can't really make any promises, they sometimes hide!
i'll quite happily chip in with cooking though as long as someone else provides a big enough pan
stuart
Well, after exhausting my supply of rabbit at the Moot, I am back out this week and have two in the freezer already. The Ratbag has a few too if I remember correctly, and we should carry on stocking up over the coming weeks. I will bring as much as I can, but cannot make any promises on how much until closer to the time for obvious reasons! As for squirrel, there really is a shortfall in the little grey b******s this year where I live. I've seen more squashed on the road then I have up trees.
Tripitaka
13-08-2008, 19:19
Yep - Mrs Trippy and I up for that.
We have a Super Potjie so can fetch that down to cook in too.
Nice one! I'll try my damndest to make it so that I can check this pot out!
firecrest
13-08-2008, 19:38
This sounds good! Though I dont want to put it on woodstock or wayland to cook anything if they have had enough of the cooking, Im sure we can do it *nearly* as good ourselves if they want a rest.
As for meat , I dont live near any specialist butchers, but If people are up for it, how about I bring a whole salmon and we can thingy it beginning with a P over an open fire ? :)
firecrest
13-08-2008, 19:40
Is it Panassing?
again I dont live near anywhere nice, it'd be a fish from a local mongers, probably already gutted.
Im quite happy to fetch and chop wood, I'll bring my splitting maul and trusty silky zubat. All depends if im on crutches though. I also love to cook and can bring some bunnies if were running short.
The cooking is the best bit! Sitting round the fire talking boo lochs with your mates, and smelling the sweet aroma of a fine meal in the making? I can't think of a better way to pass the time! I'll happily cut wood, stoke the fire, cook the scran, eat the scran, drink the booze and generally be a pest!
:D
Bernie Garland
13-08-2008, 20:22
The cooking is the best bit! Sitting round the fire talking boo lochs with your mates, and smelling the sweet aroma of a fine meal in the making? I can't think of a better way to pass the time! I'll happily cut wood, stoke the fire, cook the scran, eat the scran, drink the booze and generally be a pest!
:D
Looks like me and Maxine better turn up then Spam as were used to your boo lochs:D
bernie
firecrest
13-08-2008, 22:13
is it scan in your part of the world? Its scram over this side of the pennines :)
Scran is a Squaddie term, no idea where it comes from. If it comes from the cook house, it's called slop! (Sorry Eric!)
I'll be bringing my dutch oven again with some deer and sky rat, I might even have a crack at bread making.
Andy2112
14-08-2008, 09:06
looks like the food is sorted then.
Has anyone got one of those cowboy style coffee pots to put on the fire ? I have loads of ground coffee at home doing nothing and too much for me to drink, so i was wondering if you guys want to have fresh coffee all weekend ? all thats needed is something to boil it in.
It's Italian and its called Lavaza, and its nice.
PJMCBear
14-08-2008, 16:12
Scran is a Squaddie term, no idea where it comes from.
It's Saxon. I think it comes from the translation for food knife, scramasax or scramaseax. I'm full of it, I know.
So have we gone firm with dates yet, Dec?
So have we gone firm with dates yet...
I know others have asked too, but it's the most recent :o - apologies for taking so long to post an answer :puppy_dog
Due to me nipping in and out of hospital at the moment and in the near future the next Meet will have to be on the last weekend of September (26 - 28).
Booked it, packed it.... you know the rest!
:D
Tripitaka
14-08-2008, 22:53
I know others have asked too, but it's the most recent :o - apologies for taking so long to post an answer :puppy_dog
Due to me nipping in and out of hospital at the moment and in the near future the next Meet will have to be on the last weekend of September (26 - 28).
Now I'm confused...it doesn't take much.
Are we saying that THIS meet isn't the 12th/14th now but it is the 26th/28th?
Mark.
Mesquite
14-08-2008, 23:04
Due to me nipping in and out of hospital at the moment and in the near future the next Meet will have to be on the last weekend of September (26 - 28).
Sorry to hear you've medical problems Decorum. Are you going to be ok with organising the meet? Because if you want help please shout, I, like a lot of other, would be more than willing to help out.
Now I'm confused...it doesn't take much.
Are we saying that THIS meet isn't the 12th/14th now but it is the 26th/28th?
Decorum had only said the 12-14 was provisional and that the 26-28 was backup if the first dates weren't convenient
Whilst trying to work around stated preferences and without checking with the site the first viable weekend in September is the 12 - 14 (with the weekend 26 - 28 as a back-up).
Andy2112
15-08-2008, 08:51
[QUOTE=Mesquite;426728]Sorry to hear you've medical problems Decorum. Are you going to be ok with organising the meet? Because if you want help please shout, I, like a lot of other, would be more than willing to help out.
Decorum,
I echo Mesquite's comments, if any help needed just give us a shout. Hope you are getting and feeling better mate. Late September meet is fine by me.:grouphug:
Wallenstein
15-08-2008, 09:24
Nice one Dec.
Late Sept will be good for me - happy to sort out some monster billys from the Scout stores if required.
PJMCBear
15-08-2008, 10:00
Excellent. I've booked the friday off and I can bring a large cowboy coffee pot.
Andy2112
15-08-2008, 10:15
Excellent. I've booked the friday off and I can bring a large cowboy coffee pot.
I'll bring the coffee then PJ.
firecrest
15-08-2008, 16:42
Hope your feeling ok decorum.
I doubt Ill be able to go to the later meet. as im starting my MA on the 29th in Sheffield, its doubtful I can fit in and be ready. we`ll see though, maybe.
Mesquite
15-08-2008, 17:00
I doubt Ill be able to go to the later meet. .............. we`ll see though, maybe.
Go on.... you know you really want to :D
firecrest
15-08-2008, 18:33
I know I really want to!
Now I'm confused...it doesn't take much.
I know the feeling well :)
Are we saying that THIS meet isn't the 12th/14th now but it is the 26th/28th?
Mark.
Quick(ish) explanation:
Initially the w/e of the 12 - 14 was my own preferred date; with 26 - 28 as a back-up choice. Shortly after posting the two dates, I received hospital appointments which would completely rule out the 12 - 14 weekend.
Sorry to hear you've medical problems Decorum. Are you going to be ok with organising the meet? Because if you want help please shout, I, like a lot of other, would be more than willing to help out.
Decorum,
I echo Mesquite's comments, if any help needed just give us a shout. Hope you are getting and feeling better mate. Late September meet is fine by me.:grouphug:
I should be fine, thanks for the offers though.
In addition to the appointments mentioned above I'm waiting to go in for an op that will keep me off my feet for a couple of weeks and I'm also waiting for an appointment to spend a week being tested to destruction in a specialist medical dept in London - the second dates will stand whether I'm able to attend or not - I'll holler if need be :beerchug: .
Hope your feeling ok decorum.
I doubt Ill be able to go to the later meet. as im starting my MA on the 29th in Sheffield, its doubtful I can fit in and be ready. we`ll see though, maybe.
Hi,
Knowing that you won't be able to make the best choice to suit everyone is one of the very, very few low points of a Meet. I hope you are able to make it down, but with starting your Masters the day after it'll be quite understandable if you don't http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/sign/sign0013.gif
Booked it, packed it.... you know the rest!
:D
No particular reason to quote - except I really thought I should use these smilie's whilst I remember to http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/sign/sign0014.gif, http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/sign/sign0054.gif and, finally - http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/sign/sign0073.gif.
Great stuff I'll book me time off on Mon.
Can I put my down as well please? Will be able to get there Saturday morning - early!
Simon
Mesquite
16-08-2008, 09:58
Seeing as we now have a date for the meet I thought we may as well start a list up to see who's going.
Just cut the list into a new PM and add your own name to the bottom;
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
Simon
shaggystu
16-08-2008, 10:25
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
i'll ask now whilst it's still early on. is anyone passing M1 J29 with a spare space in their car? i'm only little and really quite well behaved!
obviously i'll be more than happy to share fuel costs.
cheers
stuart
i'll ask now whilst it's still early on. is anyone passing M1 J29 with a spare space in their car? i'm only little and really quite well behaved!
obviously i'll be more than happy to share fuel costs.
cheers
stuart
I am, but cannot say if I'll have the room at present as I have others that want a lift who aren't 100 percent if they can come. If they drop out, I'll pick you up.
;)
firecrest
16-08-2008, 11:20
well If I weigh it up, I probably will be able to go, Ill book time off work for a day before and then I can prepare for my course and find out what buses I need to catch, then I can leave the weekend free :) Im up for that lift spamel, I best put my name down before you end up confused.
Wallenstein
16-08-2008, 12:01
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
Wallenstein - tent
The three I was up for giving a lift were The Ratbag if he isn't in America, Firecrest and Addo. Not sure if Rob van Winkle will be coming along, but we should have space. If any of those do drop out, then I'll have space, baggage space will be limited though, I may even have to limit myself to just the PLCE without side pooches! :eek:
shaggystu
16-08-2008, 12:51
well if a lift is at all possible spamel then i'd be most grateful, if not...............
is there any chance that someone could pick me up from wherever the nearest train/bus station is?
cheers
stuart
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
Wallenstein - tent
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
Spam, Me and the sleepy one, would still like a lift if thats ok, cheers.
I'll pick you both up then Addo. I'll give The Ratbag a shout later as we are going shooting tomorrow, I'm pretty sure he is off to the States soon and he mentioned the end of the month but I can't remember if it was this month or next! :rolleyes:
woodstock
16-08-2008, 23:30
Titch and I hope to make it although not to sure what date my hospital app. is yet and what they intend to do they think I may have a condition called crones which may result in me having a colostomy bag for a short while, no great hardship as there are much worse things in life
Mesquite
17-08-2008, 08:54
Titch and I hope to make it although not to sure what date my hospital app. is yet and what they intend to do they think I may have a condition called crones which may result in me having a colostomy bag for a short while, no great hardship as there are much worse things in life
Be good to see you both again Woodstock. Good luck with the hospital and all the best for a speedy recovery.
is this (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/) the location of the meet, copied from an old post, just checking how long to get there etc.
Wallenstein
17-08-2008, 12:29
is this (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/) the location of the meet, copied from an old post, just checking how long to get there etc.
yep, that's the one... about 1.5hrs from Wrexham, just off the M6 after B'ham.
Heres hoping nothing else goes wrong!
count me in please guys.
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
Wallenstein - tent
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
Dingo....Tarp/Hammock or bivi!
Adam.
Meet Dates: 26th to 28th September
Attendees:
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
Wallenstein - tent
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
Dingo....Tarp/Hammock or bivi!
T1tch - Hammock
Woodstock - Hammock?... NHS dependant
Meet Dates: 26th to 28th September
Attendees:
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
Wallenstein - tent
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
Dingo....Tarp/Hammock or bivi!
T1tch - Hammock
Woodstock - Hammock?... NHS dependant
spamel - probably hammock, and why not! May be press ganged into taking a child, but I'll try my damndest not to have to! :D
Meet Dates: 26th to 28th September
Attendees:
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
Wallenstein - tent
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
Dingo....Tarp/Hammock or bivi!
T1tch - Hammock
Woodstock - Hammock?... NHS dependant
spamel - probably hammock, and why not! May be press ganged into taking a child, but I'll try my damndest not to have to!
Aragorn - may ground dwell on this one, so bivi or hammock/tarp havn't made me mind up :D
Probably should have done this before :o
Meet date:
September 26 - 28.
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.
I'll aim for site 11 (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/attachments/GreyscaleRC.pdf) again
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 (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.
Meet List:(copy, paste and add yourself ..... yada, yada, yada)
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Aragorn - may ground dwell on this one, so bivi or hammock/tarp havn't made me mind up :D
decorum - probably ground again :( (I suppose I'd better remember to include myself http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/fighting/fighting0085.gif )
Dingo....Tarp/Hammock or bivi!
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
spamel - probably hammock, and why not! May be press ganged into taking a child, but I'll try my damndest not to have to!
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?... NHS dependant
Bernie Garland
17-08-2008, 20:08
Meet List:(copy, paste and add yourself ..... yada, yada, yada)
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Aragorn - may ground dwell on this one, so bivi or hammock/tarp havn't made me mind up
decorum - probably ground again (I suppose I'd better remember to include myself
Dingo....Tarp/Hammock or bivi!
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
spamel - probably hammock, and why not! May be press ganged into taking a child, but I'll try my damndest not to have to!
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?... NHS dependa
Bernie and Maxine Hammocks or caravan
Bernie
Hi Bernie,
I'll have to check with the site about the caravan. It might take a couple of days but I'll get back to you.
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Aragorn - may ground dwell on this one, so bivi or hammock/tarp havn't made me mind up
decorum - probably ground again (I suppose I'd better remember to include myself
Dingo....Tarp/Hammock or bivi!
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
spamel - probably hammock, and why not! May be press ganged into taking a child, but I'll try my damndest not to have to!
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?... NHS dependa
Bernie and Maxine Hammocks or caravan
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
Andy2112
18-08-2008, 08:54
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Aragorn - may ground dwell on this one, so bivi or hammock/tarp havn't made me mind up
decorum - probably ground again (I suppose I'd better remember to include myself
Dingo....Tarp/Hammock or bivi!
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
spamel - probably hammock, and why not! May be press ganged into taking a child, but I'll try my damndest not to have to!
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?... NHS dependa
Bernie and Maxine Hammocks or caravan
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
Andy2112 +1 poss, tents or bivvi, not decided yet
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Aragorn - may ground dwell on this one, so bivi or hammock/tarp havn't made me mind up
decorum - probably ground again (I suppose I'd better remember to include myself
Dingo....Tarp/Hammock or bivi!
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
spamel - probably hammock, and why not! May be press ganged into taking a child, but I'll try my damndest not to have to!
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?... NHS dependa
Bernie and Maxine Hammocks or caravan
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
Wayland and the megatarp again.
Andy2112 +1 poss, tents or bivvi, not decided yet
PJMCBear
18-08-2008, 10:39
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Aragorn - may ground dwell on this one, so bivi or hammock/tarp havn't made me mind up
decorum - probably ground again (I suppose I'd better remember to include myself
Dingo....Tarp/Hammock or bivi!
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
spamel - probably hammock, and why not! May be press ganged into taking a child, but I'll try my damndest not to have to!
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?... NHS dependa
Bernie and Maxine Hammocks or caravan
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
Wayland and the megatarp again.
PJ McBear - Hammock (possibly + Singeblister)
Andy2112 +1 poss, tents or bivvi, not decided yet.
firecrest
18-08-2008, 12:24
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Aragorn - may ground dwell on this one, so bivi or hammock/tarp havn't made me mind up
decorum - probably ground again (I suppose I'd better remember to include myself
Dingo....Tarp/Hammock or bivi!
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
spamel - probably hammock, and why not! May be press ganged into taking a child, but I'll try my damndest not to have to!
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?... NHS dependa
Bernie and Maxine Hammocks or caravan
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
Wayland and the megatarp again.
PJ McBear - Hammock (possibly + Singeblister)
Andy2112 +1 poss, tents or bivvi, not decided yet.
firecrest, tent.
Bushcraft Bailey
18-08-2008, 16:34
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Aragorn - may ground dwell on this one, so bivi or hammock/tarp havn't made me mind up
decorum - probably ground again (I suppose I'd better remember to include myself
Dingo....Tarp/Hammock or bivi!
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
spamel - probably hammock, and why not! May be press ganged into taking a child, but I'll try my damndest not to have to!
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?... NHS dependa
Bernie and Maxine Hammocks or caravan
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
Wayland and the megatarp again.
PJ McBear - Hammock (possibly + Singeblister)
Andy2112 +1 poss, tents or bivvi, not decided yet.
firecrest, tent.
Bushcraft bailey ....tarp & hammock
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Aragorn - may ground dwell on this one, so bivi or hammock/tarp havn't made me mind up
decorum - probably ground again (I suppose I'd better remember to include myself
Dingo....Tarp/Hammock or bivi!
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
spamel - probably hammock, and why not! May be press ganged into taking a child, but I'll try my damndest not to have to!
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?... NHS dependa
Bernie and Maxine Hammocks or caravan
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
Wayland and the megatarp again.
PJ McBear - Hammock (possibly + Singeblister)
Andy2112 +1 poss, tents or bivvi, not decided yet.
firecrest, tent.
Bushcraft bailey ....tarp & hammock
Heath............Hammock (if someone can teach me to use it properly)
Hi Heath,
I dare say that there'll be one or two around with a bit of experience to help out - bring some sort of insulating mat (thermarest etc) as you really will benefit :D .
Bernie - I've not yet managed to grab the guy I need to ask about the caravan. I'll try again when I'm on site again tomorrow evening.
I've tidied the list so that it's easier to read. Listing alpha-numerically makes it easier for me to shift anything relevant I may need over to my tally sheet :o - hopefully it makes it a bit more obvious if someone is inadventantly knocked off the list.
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Andy2112 +1 poss - tents or bivvi
Aragorn - haven't made me mind up
Bernie and Maxine - Hammocks or caravan
Bushcraft bailey - tarp & hammock
decorum - probably ground again
Dingo - Tarp/Hammock or bivi
firecrest - tent.
Heath - Hammock (if someone can teach me to use it properly)
Mesquite - Tarp & bivi
PJ McBear - Hammock (possibly + Singeblister)
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
shaggystu (possibly+1) - tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
SimonM - Tarp & Hammock
spamel - probably hammock
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Wayland and the megatarp again.
Woodstock - Hammock?
Original post didn't appear - so I reposted. Then it did, so you're reading this instead of the same again http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/fighting/fighting0085.gif .
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Andy2112 +1 poss - tents or bivvi
Aragorn - haven't made me mind up
Bernie and Maxine - Hammocks or caravan
Bodge + kids tarp tent or something.
Bushcraft bailey - tarp & hammock
decorum - probably ground again
Dingo - Tarp/Hammock or bivi
firecrest - tent.
Heath - Hammock (if someone can teach me to use it properly)
Mesquite - Tarp & bivi
PJ McBear - Hammock (possibly + Singeblister)
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
shaggystu (possibly+1) - tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
SimonM - Tarp & Hammock
spamel - probably hammock
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Wayland and the megatarp again.
Woodstock - Hammock?
I've inserted myself alphabetically
Bodge :)
woodstock
27-08-2008, 21:26
I've inserted myself alphabetically
Bodge :)[/QUOTE]
Did it hurt::eek:
Bushcraft Bailey
28-08-2008, 18:16
I've inserted myself alphabetically
Bodge :)
Did it hurt::eek:[/QUOTE]
LMAO:lmao:
I've inserted myself alphabetically
Bodge :)
Did it hurt::eek:[/QUOTE]
Pnarr pnarr!!!!:) :D :yelrotflm
Bodge
WhichDoctor
29-08-2008, 19:04
Wow I haven't been checking this site enough! Hadn't noticed there was another meet already. Hope its not to late to put my name down.
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Andy2112 +1 poss - tents or bivvi
Aragorn - haven't made me mind up
Bernie and Maxine - Hammocks or caravan
Bodge + kids tarp tent or something.
Bushcraft bailey - tarp & hammock
decorum - probably ground again
Dingo - Tarp/Hammock or bivi
firecrest - tent.
Heath - Hammock (if someone can teach me to use it properly)
Mesquite - Tarp & bivi
PJ McBear - Hammock (possibly + Singeblister)
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
shaggystu (possibly+1) - tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
SimonM - Tarp & Hammock
spamel - probably hammock
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Wayland and the megatarp again.
WhichDoctor - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?
woodstock
31-08-2008, 01:02
[QUOTE=shaggystu;427076]Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
woodstock hammock and tarp
Bodge if your coming dont insert yourself alphabetical :D
woodstock
31-08-2008, 03:26
Heath............Hammock (if someone can teach me to use it properly)[/QUOTE]
Im sure there will be more than enough people to offer you some assistance PS unless your 6 7 or above it might be a idea not to ask T1ch the guy is the salt of the earth but very tall
My advice is don't let T1tch anywhere near your tarp, jeece he is tall.... he tied my mega tarp up at the moot, I had to leg someone up to get at the knots, I though at one point I was going to have to tie my knife to a stick and cut it free. Nice guy though!
Ooops... Sorry Scrumpy - completely forgot about them knots... Should have sorted it for you before leaving. There is a solution for the future though: Dig hole in the location you want me to help, make me stand in it while helping, then fill it in after :D
Good to know you are definately coming along Woodstock - you still up for some pre meet bunny bashing? (buzzards and plane crashes permitting...)
Gwhtbushcraft
01-09-2008, 19:19
I should be able to come, ill check with my dad.
George
woodstock
01-09-2008, 23:28
Ooops... Sorry Scrumpy - completely forgot about them knots... Should have sorted it for you before leaving. There is a solution for the future though: Dig hole in the location you want me to help, make me stand in it while helping, then fill it in after :D
Good to know you are definately coming along Woodstock - you still up for some pre meet bunny bashing? (buzzards and plane crashes permitting...)
I reckon we could do the 2 days before that should get us a decent bag for the meet I think I'll do the curry before and add the meat when we get there...
I reckon we could do the 2 days before that should get us a decent bag for the meet I think I'll do the curry before and add the meat when we get there...
How much are you planning to catch?.....2 days of hunting......should be able to fill a Volvo estate.
woodstock
02-09-2008, 00:34
How much are you planning to catch?.....2 days of hunting......should be able to fill a Volvo estate.
2 one per day the way things are going up here at the moment:D we're just chillin see if we can catch a few crayfish + rabbits or whatever comes along good possibility of dog
Wallenstein
06-09-2008, 17:37
We still sorted for 25-27 Sept?
Will it be pitch 11 again?
Looks like the consensus is for a Saturday start for me. Addo and Rob are also good for that, are you OK with that Firecrest? I'll probably be setting off at sparrows fart, try and beat the traffic and also get there in time to make it worthwhile!
Well booked the time off work all being well should be there friday.
me too can't wait, got a new stove to play with if i get it finished in time, the only good point to night shifts ;)
It'll be nice to see you both again, it's been too long......
Looking forward to it Spam.
I may decant some of the sloe vodka. It's not been going long, but a few sips could bring a warmy cheer to proceedings!
look forward to it spam, :naughty: will be good to catch up with you two, best thing about the meets is the good company they bring :grouphug:
That's it then, as good as done!
:D
I've got some Blueberry vodka and some raspberry vodka in the cupboard, we'll make it a vodka sesh.
look forward to it spam, :naughty: will be good to catch up with you two, best thing about the meets is the good company they bring :grouphug:
Here Here!
Ive got some elderberry wine thats been going for a year that should be ok. Drank all my sloe vodka though:(
We still sorted for 25-27 Sept?
Nope ... because that'd Thursday to Saturday :D
Will it be pitch 11 again?
Booking of 11 is confirmed :D :D (Well, pending unforseen circumstances anyway)
I've got some Blueberry vodka and some raspberry vodka in the cupboard, we'll make it a vodka sesh.
oh dear.............mental note to self, remember to pack the anadin :1244:
woodstock
07-09-2008, 23:51
I may decant some of the sloe vodka. It's not been going long, but a few sips could bring a warmy cheer to proceedings!
Or like scrumpy cider make you fall down several times or lose your way-land.:tapedshut
firecrest
08-09-2008, 21:50
I might see if I can get an alternative lift Spam, I booked friday off work and they wont let me have it back (people nick shifts if you let `em!) So I might as well see if I can use it. If not Ill let you know
That's cool. If you have no joy, then give me a shout.
I may be late down as I have to see the dentist first.
Save me a spot by the fire.
Save me a spot by the fire.
Same spot as at the last Meet (or a slightly more toilet block 'findable' one)?
Mesquite
08-09-2008, 22:41
Just wondering if it'll be ok if we can arrive same time as before, around 2ish Dec?
Just wondering if it'll be ok if we can arrive same time as before
should be ok, I'll check to make sure though.
Bernie and Maxine Hammocks or caravan
I've been unable to get in touch with the 'correct' person to ask about the caravan - but I've managed to gain permission for you to use it from the Scout County's County Commisioner.
There are some down sides though:
You won't be able to park up near the Meet's pocket site.
The two areas you'd have the choice of using are quite high traffic areas - potentially noisy and a fair number of people passing by all day (and on one choice, possibly, during the night too).
Size of the van could dictate the choice of parking place.
You probably won't be able to use any kind of electric hook-up.
You'll incur an extra charge ontop of the camp fees - £5 (plus camp fees) per night.
woodstock
09-09-2008, 00:37
Same spot as at the last Meet (or a slightly more toilet block 'findable' one)?
Scrumpy cider and grid North are not compatible
Yep, that same spot would be good.
With the mega tarp you need trees just the right spacing apart and they're surprisingly tricky to find.
Next time I go wandering at night I wont try to go the way that won't disturb anyone. :nana:
I have lurked on this site and on the side of hills for the last few weeks now gathering the wise offerings from seasoned professionals and feel it is time to go to a meet.
I am greener than Ray Mears' hat but have a tent, therma rest, a well sharpened Mora (thanks to the £5 sharpening kit) and a listening ear. Would it be beyond the realms of possibility for me and a friend to join this merry band, gather further knowledge and to try out my hobo stove?
we will bring supplies (game / veg / spices and whiskey for all.
Having a a bit more of a read, the idea of someone gathering wood, chopping it and making cooking tripods, skinning stuff and cooking sounds exactly like what a newbie like me (plus 1) should be doing.
Mesquite
09-09-2008, 15:44
Would it be beyond the realms of possibility for me and a friend to join this merry band, gather further knowledge and to try out my hobo stove?
we will bring supplies (game / veg / spices and whiskey for all.
I think you mentioned the correct password to join the merry midlands band :D
In all seriousness you'll be made more than welcome. I know I was the first time I ventured out and it was a thoroughly enjoyable experience, so much so that I keep coming back :)
I learn something new each time and enjoy the company of everyone who attends
Wallenstein
09-09-2008, 15:47
Deffo come along - more the merrier, loads of space to spread out and the company is ace.
Just down the road from you by the looks of it!
Very Welcome mate.
Looks like it's going to be a good bunch again.
I can't make this one, but stick my name down for the next one :)
Have a good one.:beerchug:
Forgot to add my name to the list.
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Aragorn - may ground dwell on this one, so bivi or hammock/tarp havn't made me mind up
decorum - probably ground again (I suppose I'd better remember to include myself )
Dingo....Tarp/Hammock or bivi!
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
SOAR........ (Jan maybe) Either Hammock tarp or Tipi if Jans going.
spamel - probably hammock, and why not! May be press ganged into taking a child, but I'll try my damndest not to have to!
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?... NHS dependant
I'll put myself back on the list.
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Aragorn - may ground dwell on this one, so bivi or hammock/tarp havn't made me mind up
decorum - probably ground again (I suppose I'd better remember to include myself )
Dingo....Tarp/Hammock or bivi!
Mesquite..... Tarp & bivi
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
shaggystu (possibly+1)........tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
SimonM........Tarp & Hammock (Arriving Saturday)
SOAR........ (Jan maybe) Either Hammock tarp or Tipi if Jans going.
spamel - probably hammock, and why not! May be press ganged into taking a child, but I'll try my damndest not to have to!
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Wayland and the mega tarp.
Woodstock - Hammock?... NHS dependant
Is someone trying to tell me something?
That might have been my fault, sorry. try again.:togo:
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Andy2112 +1 poss - tents or bivvi
Aragorn - haven't made me mind up
Bernie and Maxine - Hammocks or caravan
Bodge + kids tarp tent or something.
Bushcraft bailey - tarp & hammock
decorum - probably ground again
Dingo - Tarp/Hammock or bivi
firecrest - tent.
Heath - Hammock (if someone can teach me to use it properly)
Mesquite - Tarp & bivi
PJ McBear - Hammock (possibly + Singeblister)
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
shaggystu (possibly+1) - tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
SimonM - Tarp & Hammock
spamel - probably hammock
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Wayland and the megatarp again.
WhichDoctor - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?
Mesquite
09-09-2008, 18:36
Just had my son tell me he'd like to come as well so it's a plus one for me
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Andy2112 +1 poss - tents or bivvi
Aragorn - haven't made me mind up
Bernie and Maxine - Hammocks or caravan
Bodge + kids tarp tent or something.
Bushcraft bailey - tarp & hammock
decorum - probably ground again
Dingo - Tarp/Hammock or bivi
firecrest - tent.
Heath - Hammock (if someone can teach me to use it properly)
Mesquite + 1 - Tarp & bivi
PJ McBear - Hammock (possibly + Singeblister)
Rob van Winkle (Addos mate) - Tent
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
shaggystu (possibly+1) - tarp and bivi (possibly+1man tent)
SimonM - Tarp & Hammock
spamel - probably hammock
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Wayland and the megatarp again.
WhichDoctor - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?
Dunno who scrubbed off the bit about me bringing a child along, but well done! Just going on my todd, wouldn't mind getting a good look at one of the bison tipis though, a proper look at them this time as I've only had a quick get up of them in the past. Tipi fund is increasing slowly but surely! I'd rather get the wood burning stove at the same time, saves messing about, so I want to check out a bison stove too whilst I'm at it if one is available to have a shufty at. I'm sure I saw Matt Weirs' stove and that it is the one I want to get. If he ever comes back to BcUK I may find out!
Dunno who scrubbed off the bit about me bringing a child along, but well done!
That'd be me :D . I did it so I (and others) could more easily keep track of the who's, what's and where's ....
I've tidied the list so that it's easier to read. Listing alpha-numerically makes it easier for me to shift anything relevant I may need over to my tally sheet :o - hopefully it makes it a bit more obvious if someone is inadventantly knocked off the list.
I'll put myself back on the list. .......
...... Far easier to see if you can't see what you could once see, see? :p
"I see!" said the blind man!
:D
I'll put myself back on the list.
That might have been my fault, sorry. try again.:togo:
I don't know, first Wayland - then yourself :lmao: .
Meet list:
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Andy2112 +1 poss - tents or bivvi
Aragorn - haven't made me mind up
Bernie and Maxine - Hammocks or caravan
Bodge + kids tarp tent or something.
Bushcraft bailey - tarp & hammock
decorum - probably ground again
Dingo - Tarp/Hammock or bivi
firecrest - tent.
Heath - Hammock
Mesquite +1 - Tarp & bivi
PJ McBear - Hammock (possibly + Singeblister)
Rob van Winkle - Tent
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
shaggystu - tarp and bivi (poss+1 - tent)
SimonM - Tarp & Hammock
SOAR ........ (Jan maybe) Either Hammock tarp or Tipi if Jans going.
spamel - probably hammock
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Wayland and the megatarp again.
WhichDoctor - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?
woodstock
10-09-2008, 21:50
I don't know, first Wayland - then yourself :lmao: .
Meet list:
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Andy2112 +1 poss - tents or bivvi
Aragorn - haven't made me mind up
Bernie and Maxine - Hammocks or caravan
Bodge + kids tarp tent or something.
Bushcraft bailey - tarp & hammock
decorum - probably ground again
Dingo - Tarp/Hammock or bivi
firecrest - tent.
Heath - Hammock
Mesquite +1 - Tarp & bivi
PJ McBear - Hammock (possibly + Singeblister)
Rob van Winkle - Tent
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
shaggystu - tarp and bivi (poss+1 - tent)
SimonM - Tarp & Hammock
SOAR ........ (Jan maybe) Either Hammock tarp or Tipi if Jans going.
spamel - probably hammock
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Wayland and the megatarp again.
WhichDoctor - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?
I see we have all been inserted alphabetically :eek:
I see we have all been inserted alphabetically :eek:
Has it taken you this long to realise why Bodge has talking about the alphabetical insertion of himself?? :D http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/scared/scared0018.gif.
Wallenstein
10-09-2008, 22:47
I see we have all been inserted alphabetically :eek:
My eyes are still watering.
Andy2112
11-09-2008, 14:00
We have asimilated you now, you are part of the collective.:borgsmile
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Andy2112 +1 poss - tents or bivvi
Aragorn - haven't made me mind up
Bernie and Maxine - Hammocks or caravan
Bodge + kids tarp tent or something.
Bushcraft bailey - tarp & hammock
decorum - probably ground again
Dingo - Tarp/Hammock or bivi
firecrest - tent.
Heath - Hammock
Mesquite +1 - Tarp & bivi
PJ McBear - Hammock (possibly + Singeblister)
Rob van Winkle - Tent
Ratbag - hammock
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
shaggystu - tarp and bivi (poss+1 - tent)
SimonM - Tarp & Hammock
SOAR ........ (Jan maybe) Either Hammock tarp or Tipi if Jans going.
spamel - probably hammock
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Wayland and the megatarp again.
WhichDoctor - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?
With the aid of some baby oil and a certain amount of rough handling I've inserted myself behind Rob Van W. Hope that hasn't offended anyone's sensibilities...
Rat
Not sure if this was a good idea, but I mentioned this meet to my Father and younger brother. They are interested, although my brother seems to think Dad may be working. I may get them to come in their WW2 reenactment gear, so if anybody may be offended by a German Falschirmjaeger or an Airborne Yank, let me know! I'll make sure they leave the deactivated rifles at home, unless there is a wish to see them!
woodstock
11-09-2008, 20:37
Has it taken you this long to realise why Bodge has talking about the alphabetical insertion of himself?? :D http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/scared/scared0018.gif.
No;) changing the subject I was thinking of doing a curry again so what i planned to do was do the sauce a few days before then add the meat Fri or Sat.
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Andy2112 +1 poss - tents or bivvi
Aragorn - haven't made me mind up
Bernie and Maxine - Hammocks or caravan
Bodge + kids tarp tent or something.
Bushcraft bailey - tarp & hammock
decorum - probably ground again
Dingo - Tarp/Hammock or bivi
firecrest - tent.
Heath - Hammock
Mesquite +1 - Tarp & bivi
PJ McBear - Hammock (possibly + Singeblister)
Rob van Winkle - Tent
Ratbag - hammock
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
shaggystu - tarp and bivi (poss+1 - tent)
SimonM - Tarp & Hammock
SOAR ........ (Jan maybe) Either Hammock tarp or Tipi if Jans going.
spamel - probably hammock
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Wayland and the megatarp again.
WhichDoctor - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?
With the aid of some baby oil and a certain amount of rough handling I've inserted myself behind Rob Van W. Hope that hasn't offended anyone's sensibilities...
Rat
Im sure Rob wont mind you slipping in there. :lmao:
Bernie Garland
11-09-2008, 20:40
Not sure if this was a good idea, but I mentioned this meet to my Father and younger brother. They are interested, although my brother seems to think Dad may be working. I may get them to come in their WW2 reenactment gear, so if anybody may be offended by a German Falschirmjaeger or an Airborne Yank, let me know! I'll make sure they leave the deactivated rifles at home, unless there is a wish to see them!
Can we all come in fancy dress Spam,just got a new french maids outfit.
Bernie
cool, a couple of bin bags and some tape i recon i could knock me self up a mean zorro :rolleyes:
Can we all come in fancy dress Spam,just got a new french maids outfit.
Bernie
LOL:lmao: sounds scary Bernie
Can we all come in fancy dress Spam,just got a new french maids outfit.
Bernie
Wore the old one out did you? Saucy bugger!
:lmao:
With the aid of some baby oil and a certain amount of rough handling I've inserted myself behind Rob Van W.
Too much oil - he should be behind you :D
...... I mentioned this meet to my Father and younger brother. They are interested, although my brother seems to think Dad may be working ...
They'll be very welcome to come along.
I may get them to come in their WW2 reenactment gear, so if anybody may be offended by a German Falschirmjaeger or an Airborne Yank, let me know!
I didn't think this would be a problem, but I did a bit of checking on the off chance and I was wrong. A fully equiped WW2 German (or someone who looks even remotely like one) is likely , as it was put to me, to 'raise serious comments' from others who may be on site at some point over the weekend. No problems mentioned about American Airborne though.
I'll make sure they leave the deactivated rifles at home ...
I'd like to see them. Unfortunately they can't be brought onto the site.
I was thinking of doing a curry again so what i planned to do was do the sauce a few days before then add the meat Fri or Sat.
Any idea of an approximate time for skinning of animals? I'm going try to get one or more service crew down to take part (or just watch) - there's still the possibility of passing youths 'persuading' each other into false memories http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/sick/sick0013.gif but we'd have definitive, unquestionable proof that we treat animals with respect.
woodstock
12-09-2008, 00:00
Any idea of an approximate time for skinning of animals? I'm going try to get one or more service crew down to take part (or just watch) - there's still the possibility of passing youths 'persuading' each other into false memories http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/sick/sick0013.gif but we'd have definitive, unquestionable proof that we treat animals with respect.[/QUOTE]
I will be mainly tearing heads of small woodland creatures about 3pm Sat in the twilight zone or if anyone is watching conforming to all H&S and food hygiene regs at rough close at the same time.
PLEASE NOTE all animals gave prior permission to be in this curry
Andy2112
12-09-2008, 09:02
Are we partaking with the veg for the curry ? I can bring some along if you want.
If i could only catch the mouse in my garden Woodstock, you could skin that for a challange !!
It would be funny to see those feral scouts being chased by a bloke in full German uniform, worth putting on youtube. Or maybe a Russian ?
Wallenstein
12-09-2008, 10:26
No problems mentioned about American Airborne though.
Just as a personal opinion, I would rather not spend a weekend with people dressed in US army uniforms, historical or otherwise. :)
Nothing against the military in general, or american troops in particular, or even DPM army suplus gear (!), just a wish to avoid as much politics and the outside world and enjoy the woods for a bit! :)
Appreciate others will find that odd, but t'is just an opinion :)
**edit**
on second thoughts, it's not an issue...
"some in rags, some in tags, and one in a velvet gown"
whatever floats yer boat, it's all good :)
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Andy2112 +1 poss - tents or bivvi
Aragorn - haven't made me mind up
Bernie and Maxine - Hammocks or caravan
Bodge + kids tarp tent or something.
Bushcraft bailey - tarp & hammock
decorum - probably ground again
Dingo - Tarp/Hammock or bivi
EEM +1 tent (fri night only)
firecrest - tent.
Heath - Hammock
Mesquite +1 - Tarp & bivi
PJ McBear - Hammock (possibly + Singeblister)
Rob van Winkle - Tent
Ratbag - hammock
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
shaggystu - tarp and bivi (poss+1 - tent)
SimonM - Tarp & Hammock
SOAR ........ (Jan maybe) Either Hammock tarp or Tipi if Jans going.
spamel - probably hammock
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Wayland and the megatarp again.
WhichDoctor - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?
i have told the dog i might be watching a man skin something in the woods and he looked at me suspiciously then walked off into the kitchen; taking Mrs EEM with him!!i
I however can't wait.
if there is anything you would like me to bring re: supplies, let me know. i have access to a large pantry, a nice little butchers and a greengrocers.
woodstock
12-09-2008, 22:22
i have told the dog i might be watching a man skin something in the woods and he looked at me suspiciously then walked off into the kitchen; taking Mrs EEM with him!!i
I however can't wait.
if there is anything you would like me to bring re: supplies, let me know. i have access to a large pantry, a nice little butchers and a greengrocers.[/QUOTE]
I think we should be ok providing the rabbits play the game
firecrest
13-09-2008, 20:29
I got a hurricane lantern for the meet, I have a lot of kerosine and im not bringing my triangia so I thought it would a good way to use it up. I spent 7.99 on one at yeomans then saw the SAME ONE in poundland next door!! I took it back with an excuse that it turns out someone had bought me one. Robbing gits.
Gwhtbushcraft
13-09-2008, 20:56
Exellent, ive just been comfirmed that i can come for th saturay night and sunday morning. Im sorry i cant come for the whole thing but its my friends Bday and were going down to his archery club.
George
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Andy2112 +1 poss - tents or bivvi
Aragorn - haven't made me mind up
Bernie and Maxine - Hammocks or caravan
Bodge + kids tarp tent or something.
Bushcraft bailey - tarp & hammock
decorum - probably ground again
Dingo - Tarp/Hammock or bivi
EEM +1 tent (fri night only)
firecrest - tent.
Gwhtbushcraft + dad (hammock & tent) sat night only
Heath - Hammock
Mesquite +1 - Tarp & bivi
PJ McBear - Hammock (possibly + Singeblister)
Rob van Winkle - Tent
Ratbag - hammock
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
shaggystu - tarp and bivi (poss+1 - tent)
SimonM - Tarp & Hammock
SOAR ........ (Jan maybe) Either Hammock tarp or Tipi if Jans going.
spamel - probably hammock
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Wayland and the megatarp again.
WhichDoctor - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?
fitted in alphabetically
woodstock
13-09-2008, 23:41
i have told the dog i might be watching a man skin something in the woods and he looked at me suspiciously then walked off into the kitchen; taking Mrs EEM with him!!i
I however can't wait.
if there is anything you would like me to bring re: supplies, let me know. i have access to a large pantry, a nice little butchers and a greengrocers.
I think we should be ok providing the rabbits play the game[/QUOTE]
Just as a matter of interest what kind of dog have you got :theyareon
Would like to join you if we aren't too late, will have to get away reasonably early Sunday as have an archery comp!
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Andy2112 +1 poss - tents or bivvi
Aragorn - haven't made me mind up
Bernie and Maxine - Hammocks or caravan
Bodge + kids tarp tent or something.
Bushcraft bailey - tarp & hammock
decorum - probably ground again
Dingo - Tarp/Hammock or bivi
EEM +1 tent (fri night only)
firecrest - tent.
Gwhtbushcraft + dad (hammock & tent) sat night only
Heath - Hammock
Mesquite +1 - Tarp & bivi
PeterH +1 jnr - Hammocks
PJ McBear - Hammock (possibly + Singeblister)
Rob van Winkle - Tent
Ratbag - hammock
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
shaggystu - tarp and bivi (poss+1 - tent)
SimonM - Tarp & Hammock
SOAR ........ (Jan maybe) Either Hammock tarp or Tipi if Jans going.
spamel - probably hammock
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Wayland and the megatarp again.
WhichDoctor - tent
Woodstock - Hammock?
Hi Guys,
Any of you in the south warwikshire area? i would like to meet up at somepoint?
Regards
Gekko
Wallenstein
14-09-2008, 20:03
Hi Guys,
Any of you in the south warwikshire area? i would like to meet up at somepoint?
Regards
Gekko
I'm in Warwick/Leamington if you fancy a bimble sometime!
I head over to Hay Woods (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&saddr=52.341003,-1.692581&daddr=&hl=en&geocode=&mra=mi&mrsp=0&sz=14&sll=52.338695,-1.69198&sspn=0.038912,0.076904&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=14) a fair bit if you know it?
"Just as a matter of interest what kind of dog have you got "
he is a staffordshire bullterrier rescued from kenilworth dog's trust.
broken teeth but enjoys sitting outside at night watching me burn things in the garden.
Andy2112
17-09-2008, 09:00
Right, last time i came to the meet i went M5 then M6, do you think i would better shooting down the M42 from Bromsgrove ?
any thoughts ? :D
Right, last time i came to the meet i went M5 then M6, do you think i would better shooting down the M42 from Bromsgrove ?
any thoughts ? :D
Yeah, get a satnav :) the M5 then M6 looks like a rather circuitous route.
Being serious though, google earth recons M42, A45, A452, and Tom Tom agrees. Total distance only 28 miles
Andy2112
17-09-2008, 13:38
Yeah, get a satnav :) the M5 then M6 looks like a rather circuitous route.
Being serious though, google earth recons M42, A45, A452, and Tom Tom agrees. Total distance only 28 miles
Cheers T1tch, looks like M42 for me then, thanks. BTW got satnav and it takes me all over the shop TBH that's why i thought of going down the M42 which should be a bit quieter mid afternoon than M6.:approve: see you there mate.
WhichDoctor
17-09-2008, 17:56
Due to a bit of hassle with holiday cottages my parents are now going away on the weekend of the meet, so I no longer have a lift :( . Is there anyone ells from around Shrewsbury going who I could snag a lift from? Or is there a feasible way to do it via public transport?
Wallenstein
17-09-2008, 20:23
Due to a bit of hassle with holiday cottages my parents are now going away on the weekend of the meet, so I no longer have a lift :( . Is there anyone ells from around Shrewsbury going who I could snag a lift from? Or is there a feasible way to do it via public transport?
If you can get yourself to Coventry Station for Friday afternoon / evening I can pop over and collect you.
Train from Shrewsbury to Coventry is about 90 mins (change at Wolverhampton).
At the moment the site is a bit ... wet. The local soil is clay based so 'propper' footwear might be a good idea (just ask firecrest - and the site was drier then :D :yikes: :27: :sad6: )
woodstock
17-09-2008, 23:24
At the moment the site is a bit ... wet. The local soil is clay based so 'propper' footwear might be a good idea (just ask firecrest - and the site was drier then :D :yikes: :27: :sad6: )
Can we change site if it is too water logged or is it sink or swim
It may dry out, it's a week or so yet. Hope it does for those sleeping on the deck!
firecrest
18-09-2008, 08:27
Can we change site if it is too water logged or is it sink or swim
You know, my £12 shoe market boots are far outlasting the expensive walking boots I got from Blacks. Just shows that money doesnt equal quality.
Does anybody have any idea of the temperatures? I got a nice warm sleeping bag this time, but I may bring some fleece blankets.
How good is polyester for keeping a person warm? I was looking through charity shops for wool blankets or jumpers but the majority are polyester.
Andy2112
18-09-2008, 09:01
Due to a bit of hassle with holiday cottages my parents are now going away on the weekend of the meet, so I no longer have a lift :( . Is there anyone ells from around Shrewsbury going who I could snag a lift from? Or is there a feasible way to do it via public transport?
Witchdoctor,
If you can get yourself to the Stourbridge area or the Black Country area by train i can give you a lift right to campsite mate, if you do, let me know, and i'll take my son's car seat out. I am thinking of setting off around midday/1:00 pm ish. :)
Mesquite
18-09-2008, 15:42
Does anybody have any idea of the temperatures? I got a nice warm sleeping bag this time, but I may bring some fleece blankets.
Here's the 10day forecast for Coventry (http://uk.weather.com/weather/10day-Coventry-UKXX0038).
Looks like it's going to remain dry for the rest of the week with it dipping down to around 9 or 10degs so fingers crossed we ought to be ok :)
Can we change site if it is too water logged or is it sink or swim
The pitch should be fine (It's certainly big enough to find dry bits :D ) but parts of the site itself are likely to remain 'moist' for a while. It was more of a cautionary note for those who are likely to stumble around in the dark http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/scared/scared0016.gif or fall into ditches :p http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/scared/scared0018.gif.
Wallenstein
18-09-2008, 16:49
Will we be able to get the Clarke Cabin drinking tap switched on again?
Made life a bit easier (although George seemed happy filling up his lifesaver bottle from whichever pond happens to be nearby!) :yikes:
Andy2112
18-09-2008, 16:53
Will we be able to get the Clarke Cabin drinking tap switched on again?
Made life a bit easier (although George seemed happy filling up his lifesaver bottle from whichever pond happens to be nearby!) :yikes:
is that the only source of water close by ? that's were we unloaded isn't it ?
Wallenstein
18-09-2008, 16:55
is that the only source of water close by ? that's were we unloaded isn't it ?
yeah, I think the other tap it a little walk away
Andy2112
18-09-2008, 16:59
looks like taking more falling down water then lol.:D
Will we be able to get the Clarke Cabin drinking tap switched on again?
Other than during periods of very cold weather, all outside taps should work. The reason that the tap wasn't working was because, although people knew, no one had informed the site :( . Because we made the effort to inform the site the tap was fixed to the benefit of all :cool: .
Guys,
Would you please let me now when the next meet is? I am South Warwickshire based and the usual familiy commitments means i shall have to give some notice?
Where do you normally meet anyway? I can't find any landowners down here who will give me "official" permission for any access?
anyone got any tips?
As I put 'em together I'm probably in the best position to answer ....
Would you please let me now when the next meet is?
No idea yet - not very helpful, but honest :o . We usually have a Meet every couple of months - this one will be our sixth in under a year.
I am South Warwickshire based and the usual familiy commitments means i shall have to give some notice?
An understandable and very common occurance. We try to set dates that accommodate as many as we can but, unfortunately, most Meets clash with other commitments for some folk.
Where do you normally meet anyway?
We usually use the same location - although it's privately owned, our Meets have permission to book dates.
I can't find any landowners down here who will give me "official" permission for any access?
anyone got any tips?
Others can give far better advice on this one. The best advice I can give is to do a quick search of the site, something along the lines of 'gaining permission' (or the like) should get you some very good advice - certainly better than I can give :o .
Hope this helps.
firecrest
18-09-2008, 20:35
Here's the 10day forecast for Coventry (http://uk.weather.com/weather/10day-Coventry-UKXX0038).
Looks like it's going to remain dry for the rest of the week with it dipping down to around 9 or 10degs so fingers crossed we ought to be ok :)
soubds like it might actually be warmer than when I came in May, I remember the temperature dipped very low one night, and I was unprepared. Thats a good thing though - as its a lesson learnt!
Andy2112
19-09-2008, 09:29
Sunbathing weather.
Wallenstein,
Hello thanks for replying, i am not familar with Hay wood where is it? I am in Hampton Lucy which is just of the Longbridge island.
woodstock
19-09-2008, 23:17
Guys,
Would you please let me now when the next meet is? I am South Warwickshire based and the usual familiy commitments means i shall have to give some notice?
Where do you normally meet anyway? I can't find any landowners down here who will give me "official" permission for any access?
anyone got any tips?
It is very difficult to get permission to use land these days farmers always want something in return or someone is already on the land, I offer free vermin control and as i have land around the area word of mouth is a great entry visa to other land but you have to know your stuff as there are 20 more just behind you looking for land....
Can't promise anything but I'm trying to move my dentist appointment so I can get down earlier.
WhichDoctor
21-09-2008, 22:14
If you can get yourself to Coventry Station for Friday afternoon / evening I can pop over and collect you.
Train from Shrewsbury to Coventry is about 90 mins (change at Wolverhampton).
Witchdoctor,
If you can get yourself to the Stourbridge area or the Black Country area by train i can give you a lift right to campsite mate, if you do, let me know, and i'll take my son's car seat out. I am thinking of setting off around midday/1:00 pm ish. :)
Thanks for the offers guys but I think with a combination of health issues and getting animals looked after and all that I will have to pull out of this one :( . Hope I can make it next time.
Hope you have a good time.
Having been talking to Decorum offline about archery he said that a few people were after alloy tubing "like arrow shafts" and could I bring some .... well I have found around a dozen or so red anodized alloy shaft that people at this weeks meet are welcome to have if they have a use for them. No carbons though, my father in law has bagged them already!
Andy2112
22-09-2008, 08:57
Having been talking to Decorum offline about archery he said that a few people were after alloy tubing "like arrow shafts" and could I bring some .... well I have found around a dozen or so red anodized alloy shaft that people at this weeks meet are welcome to have if they have a use for them. No carbons though, my father in law has bagged them already!
I'm up for one of those tubes PeterH, nice gesture mate, thanks :D
alloy tubing "like arrow shafts"
If you've not come accross blow-pokers before then check out Wayland's aptly named thread ...... Blow Poker (http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showpost.php?p=214923&postcount=1).
I will have to pull out of this one :( . Hope I can make it next time.
Sorry to hear you'll not be able to make it. Look after yourself and hopefully we'll see you at the next one.
Wallenstein
22-09-2008, 16:34
Having been talking to Decorum offline about archery he said that a few people were after alloy tubing "like arrow shafts" and could I bring some .... well I have found around a dozen or so red anodized alloy shaft that people at this weeks meet are welcome to have if they have a use for them. No carbons though, my father in law has bagged them already!
Peter, I'd love one if possible. Thanks loads!
Sorry but I'm going to have to pull out of this one.
SWMBO suffers from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and is having a bad week so it just wouldn't be fair to head off over night.
See some of you at Middlewood in November...
Simon
Thats a shame Simon. All the best to you and the mrs.
Mesquite
22-09-2008, 19:06
Has anyone got a spare hammock and tarp set I could borrow for the 2 nights of the meet?
My son would like to try sleeping in one and I'd rather borrow one first to make sure he likes sleeping in one before buying.
Edit.
Actually come to think of it I can use my big aldi tarp for him so all I need to borrow is the hammock.
Having been talking to Decorum offline about archery he said that a few people were after alloy tubing "like arrow shafts" and could I bring some .... well I have found around a dozen or so red anodized alloy shaft that people at this weeks meet are welcome to have if they have a use for them. No carbons though, my father in law has bagged them already!
I'll try to remember to bring a tube cutter so people can size them up nice and easy.
woodstock
22-09-2008, 20:00
Has anyone got a spare hammock and tarp set I could borrow for the 2 nights of the meet?
My son would like to try sleeping in one and I'd rather borrow one first to make sure he likes sleeping in one before buying.
Edit.
Actually come to think of it I can use my big aldi tarp for him so all I need to borrow is the hammock.
I've got one he can borrow I'll bring them both along the travel and the camping..
woodstock
22-09-2008, 20:09
Having been talking to Decorum offline about archery he said that a few people were after alloy tubing "like arrow shafts" and could I bring some .... well I have found around a dozen or so red anodized alloy shaft that people at this weeks meet are welcome to have if they have a use for them. No carbons though, my father in law has bagged them already!
I'll have one I might have something to trade as well
Mesquite
22-09-2008, 20:19
I've got one he can borrow I'll bring them both along the travel and the camping..
Thanks Mike. Should be fun for him, at least until I start to swing him first thing in the morning to get him up :D
woodstock
22-09-2008, 22:05
Thanks Mike. Should be fun for him, at least until I start to swing him first thing in the morning to get him up :D
I reckon at this meet the adults should wake the kids about 4'30am and task manage them until sundown see what time they get up day 2:D
woodstock
22-09-2008, 22:07
I'll try to remember to bring a tube cutter so people can size them up nice and easy.
Wayland could you bring the hobo reel and those hooks you got along for me to have a look at please cheers
Andy2112
23-09-2008, 08:59
I'm up for one of those tubes PeterH, nice gesture mate, thanks :D
I got nothing to trade but what i'll do is bring along some pre mixed bannock (dry) with different fruit in them, that's worth the blow poker i would think ?:D Plus every one will get a piece or two. Can someone supply the pan though as i've not got one please ?
Sorry its so late in the day but can I squeeze in at the last minute. Didn't think I could make this but can now. Would be under a Tarp on the ground.
Paul.
Andy2112
23-09-2008, 15:27
Sorry its so late in the day but can I squeeze in at the last minute. Didn't think I could make this but can now. Would be under a Tarp on the ground.
Paul.
Should be ok but check with Decorum(he facilitates it you know), insert yourself alphabetically from the last list further down this thread mate. :D
Having been talking to Decorum offline about archery he said that a few people were after alloy tubing "like arrow shafts" and could I bring some
What I'd suggest is that people ask Peter if he'd prefer a trade or a small fee - Feel free to register interest in this thread but please don't innundate him with P.M's (Nothing has been said, it's just me trying to be pre-emptive).
Sorry its so late in the day but can I squeeze in at the last minute. Didn't think I could make this but can now. Would be under a Tarp on the ground.
Paul.
It'll be good to see you again, it's been too long.
It'll be good to see you again, it's been too long.
Yes sorry its been a while. But at least we will have a lot to catch up on. Busier than it used to be eh! How do you all sit round the fire?
Addo - Tarp / Hammock or Bivi
Andy2112 +1 poss - tents or bivvi
Aragorn - haven't made me mind up
Bernie and Maxine - Hammocks or caravan
Bodge + kids tarp tent or something.
Bushcraft bailey - tarp & hammock
decorum - probably ground again
Dingo - Tarp/Hammock or bivi
EEM +1 tent (fri night only)
firecrest - tent.
Gwhtbushcraft + dad (hammock & tent) sat night only
Heath - Hammock
Mesquite +1 - Tarp & bivi
PeterH +1 jnr - Hammocks
PJ McBear - Hammock (possibly + Singeblister)
Rob van Winkle - Tent
Ratbag - hammock
Scrumpy - Scrumpy jr - Hammocks
shaggystu - tarp and bivi (poss+1 - tent)
SimonM - Tarp & Hammock
Skint - Tarp & bivi
SOAR ........ (Jan maybe) Either Hammock tarp or Tipi if Jans going.
spamel - probably hammock
T1tch - Hammock
Wallenstein - tent
Wayland and the megatarp again.
Woodstock - Hammock?
I have taken Whichdoctor and SimonM off the list. Hope thats right?
Paul
Andy2112
24-09-2008, 13:57
What's the earliest we can be on site ? without paying the extra fee. I can't remember off hand
Andy2112
24-09-2008, 14:01
What I'd suggest is that people ask Peter if he'd prefer a trade or a small fee - Feel free to register interest in this thread but please don't innundate him with P.M's (Nothing has been said, it's just me trying to be pre-emptive).
I've nothing to trade as such but i have aquired a quantity of reflective armbands which snap round the arm. I thought i would give the kids one each, and if there was any left, anyone who wants one could have one !
I am thinking of stripping out the metal band then glueing two together and use them as a marker on my tent/tarp to locate them in the dark with a torch. Also got some filter coffee i am bringing along if anyone wants a coffee over the weekend. :D
Mesquite
24-09-2008, 17:25
What's the earliest we can be on site ? without paying the extra fee. I can't remember off hand
I asked Dec if it was ok to arrive around 2'ish and he thought that would be ok but would check. He hasn't come back saying otherwise so I'm assuming any time after 2 will be fine.
What's the earliest we can be on site ? without paying the extra fee. I can't remember off hand
I'm pretty sure I checked to make sure we'd be to arrive from 2pm onwards (I have a somewhat ... infamous .... memory :confused: :o :( http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/sick/sick0013.gif). I've a tree to make sure of before we go on site so 'it'll be fine' :o . We, as 'overnighters', haven't been asked to pay the day fee so far - but never count on that lasting for ever.
I asked Dec if it was ok to arrive around 2'ish and he thought that would be ok but would check.
Erm .... http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/fighting/fighting0056.gif
He hasn't come back saying otherwise so I'm assuming any time after 2 will be fine.
Erm .... http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/fighting/fighting0083.gif
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Erm .... http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/fighting/fighting0056.gif
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If there's any babooning happening this weekend, I'm out!
:D
If there's any babooning happening this weekend, I'm out!
:D
Babooning - sounds like a good term for hangin' out in a hammock http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/love/love0030.gif.
Gailainne
24-09-2008, 21:41
I really REALLY want to come down to this guys, but its 5 1/2 hrs drive, 7 hrs by train and £200 plus by plane, :( .
It would be really good to meet up with you lot again, I'll see how fit I am tomorrow :rolleyes: if its a go I'll pack the car and head South straight from work, thats Friday, should arrive 6 ish (To the people who know me, aint a silver sports car any more, its red :cool: still a two seater tho :D )
BTW I know certain members enjoy the produce from a certain service station on the way south, (Whats it called again ;) ) I'll be happy to stop in and do a "shop" for you, caveat, IF I am coming, I'll let you know for def tomorrow.
Regards
Stephen
A pack of Richard Woodall's Cumberland sausages from Tebay would be very welcome Stephen.
Hope you do make it. :D
Mesquite
24-09-2008, 22:26
A pack of Richard Woodall's Cumberland sausages from Tebay would be very welcome Stephen.
Hope you do make it. :D
Are they better than the Queens sausages then Gary?
And likewise, I hope you make it down Stephen. It'll be good to see you again :)
woodstock
24-09-2008, 22:47
I've done the curry at home this time dall I will leave it to mature and soften the dall for a few days there should be enough for everyone, the meat can be added to it Fri T1tch is coming over tomorrow for some shooting so hope we get some meat as its been very quite recently
is tehre anything else that need s bringing, i don't like turning up empty handed
I really REALLY want to come down to this guys, but its 5 1/2 hrs drive, 7 hrs by train and £200 plus by plane, :( .
It would be really good to meet up with you lot again, [snip]
Ah, go on.
Go on, go on.
Go on, go on, go on.
You will.
You will, you will, you will.
Be good to see you there mate
Rat
Wallenstein
25-09-2008, 12:40
[tempting fate]
Weather's looking pretty nice for the weekend... 20C and sunny for Saturday :)
[/tempting fate]
Just as an aside, Warwick Castle are currently doing free adult entry in September so if you have a couple of spare hours it's only 20 mins away and well worth a visit.
Bootstrap Bob
25-09-2008, 12:56
Blimey :eek: , looks like there's about 40 for this weekend. I can't make it due to family visiting but I did get down to the Reading meet last weekend so I am not feeling too left out :)
Hope you all have a good one :D
Andy2112
25-09-2008, 13:23
Shame Bootstrap, hopefully i'm bringing a few different dry bannock mixes for everyone to try, as the infamous port bannock went down a treat at the last meet. see you at the next one mate.
Are they better than the Queens sausages then Gary?
And likewise, I hope you make it down Stephen. It'll be good to see you again :)
They are the Queen's sausages.
Best sausages I've tried anywhere.
Ratbag started a thread called 'A few bits will be for sale at Midlands meet' in order to try to sell off a few bits and pieces whilst at the Meet. In case anyone has missed it this (http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=33969) is the link.
Gailainne
25-09-2008, 19:48
Ok I've decided a little road trip is in order :D I did a little overtime (something I never do, ask my MD :cool: ), so shall depart for the "Saff" around 11:30, hopefully missing out on the Birmingham home time traffic. I ran the route on mapsource and it says 3:40 mins, I really dont believe it, but we'll see.
Gary I'll call into Tebay mate, see whats on offer, anything, anyone else ?
BTW the guys at work have just done a group buy from a famous butcher in Stornaway, and theres a spare 1.4 kilo blackpudding going, so I'll bring that down, Gary will eat it if no-one else ;)
Aragorn, looking forward to seeing your stove, I'm bringing mine down as well, nowhere near as nicely made as yours is, still waiting on getting a laser cut one done. :(
Singe if you are of a mind could you bring your samples along mate, I'm after a leather cutter, as in tracing patterns etc.
Off to pack, looks like it could be a glorious weekend weather wise, looking forward to it.
Stephen
Ok I've decided a little road trip is in order :D
Good to have you along.
overtime
:o That's a naughty word! :eek: :D .
BTW the guys at work have just done a group buy from a famous butcher in Stornaway, and theres a spare 1.4 kilo blackpudding going, so I'll bring that down, Gary will eat it if no-one else ;)
Trust me, he won't be alone http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/sign/sign0021.gif.
Exellent, ive just been comfirmed that i can come for th saturay night and sunday morning.
As you mentioned an interest is having a go with one I've lobbed my fire piston into my kit - I suspect T1tch will have one with him too.
knew you'd see sense stephen will be good to see you again
Good to have you along stephen, rather partial to a bit of black pud myself.
I'll pass on the black pud, should I bring a haggis?
firecrest
25-09-2008, 22:54
Hope Im not too late for this but can I buy some lamp wick off anyone at the meet? Not much point in me bringing my lamp without, I hadnt realised Id no wick left and nowhere stocked them today :(
Great to hear you're making it Stephen.
You'll probably pass me on the motorway somewhere....:D