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firecrest
24-03-2009, 23:41
can't believe its going to be so cold, and here was me looking forward to a nice warm nights sleep. :(
porchini
25-03-2009, 07:22
Looks like i'm still coming, and looking forward to it. I'll be arriving by train on the Friday afternoon, then walking to the site doesn't seem that far . Will there be anybody about in the daytime as I think some of you are going to the show on that day, shall I make my self known to the warden. Is any body else going by PTransport?:)
Humpback
25-03-2009, 07:30
All being well I will have got there on Thursday PM and as I won't be going to the show I will be around the camp as I'm sure others will be. Look forward to meeting you.
Alan
im not going to the show so il be messing in the trees to see you there
Andy2112
25-03-2009, 09:45
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Tip for all:
Don't pitch over shallow, dry ditches - they fill with water when it rains :lmao: .[/QUOTE]
Go on, rub it in. lol
... Will there be anybody about in the daytime as I think some of you are going to the show on that day ...
As Alan said; there'll be people on PC11.
... shall I make my self known to the warden.
I'll be booking us in on the Thursday so you don't need to do that. If you have trouble finding us ask a crew bod - they wear green tops (or Hi-vis) with 'Rough Close' on them - and ask for directions to either BcUK or PC11.
Andy2112
25-03-2009, 11:18
Looks like i'm still coming, and looking forward to it. I'll be arriving by train on the Friday afternoon, then walking to the site doesn't seem that far . Will there be anybody about in the daytime as I think some of you are going to the show on that day, shall I make my self known to the warden. Is any body else going by PTransport?:)
I'll be there friday afternoon mate. I'll be wearing green !!!!
porchini
25-03-2009, 12:50
Thanks all ! very helpful, look forward to meeting you all
I'll be there friday afternoon mate. I'll be wearing green !!!!:lmao:
Do you know what I might be wearing earthy tones myself :)
Andy2112
25-03-2009, 13:12
Thanks all ! very helpful, look forward to meeting you all :lmao:
Do you know what I might be wearing earthy tones myself :)
Be seeing you there then mate.:D You'll know which ones me because of all the swearing about putting my tarp and hammock up.
MartinK9
25-03-2009, 13:43
Be seeing you there then mate.:D You'll know which ones me because of all the swearing about putting my tarp and hammock up.
Now that's cruel, there'll be a few of us doing that :lmao:
John Fenna
25-03-2009, 15:33
I will be the pair of legs visible under a gigantic bergan.......arriving thurs....
MartinK9
25-03-2009, 15:48
I will be the pair of legs visible under a gigantic bergan.......arriving thurs....
See post above yours :lmao:
As a Newbie I'll be bringing tonnes and what I don't use will be relegated to the dark recesses of a wardrobe:D
... You'll know which ones me because of all the swearing about putting my tarp and hammock up.
You'll be fine as long as you bring (and use :cool: ) decent insulation, use drip lines (or similar) and don't use the 'T.T.T set-up' - as will all newbie tree swingers.
Andy2112
25-03-2009, 16:16
You'll be fine as long as you bring (and use :cool: ) decent insulation, use drip lines (or similar) and don't use the 'T.T.T set-up' - as will all newbie tree swingers.
Put me out my misery mate, what the T T T set up ?
I think Spam's bring a spare underblanket for me but i will be using a small self inflating mat and a few blankets plus my 58 pattern bag.
Andy
I will be the pair of legs visible under a gigantic bergan.......arriving thurs....
Very similar - my kit is in a 35L pack* plus bedding roll**. However I'm having trouble fitting the bits I'm bringing for spam, Wayland and woodstock, trades/swaps items and communal kit into a 100L pack :neo2: - woodstock's large billy and the communal bow saw won't fit into the pack and remain fit for original purpose :D .
* Without stuff dangliing off the outside! :rolleyes: .
** OK, so it's a fair old size - I'm a big bloke :lmao: .
Put me out my misery mate, what the T T T set up ?
The 'Twang - Twang - THUNK' set-up is what you can get if you rig your hammock up between trees which lean away from each other. The name comes from the noises heard as the straps slip, grip, slip again and is quickly followed by the sound of gravity being arrested by a sudden stop :D .
Andy2112
25-03-2009, 16:32
The 'Twang - Twang - THUNK' set-up is what you can get if you rig your hammock up between trees which lean away from each other. The name comes from the noises heard as the straps slip, grip, slip again and is quickly followed by the sound of gravity being arrested by a sudden stop :D .
Why oh why did i buy this wretched thing ? :confused: must have been a moment of madness or water on the brain from the last meet. lol I think i will be using a ratchet system tbh Dec, as the tapes on the DD are like bungee cord.
Got any telegraph poles on site ? lol:D
... I think Spam's bring a spare underblanket for me ...
As it was a fair while ago I'd be tempted to drop him a pm to be sure that he's remembered and packed it.
Andy2112
25-03-2009, 16:38
As it was a fair while ago I'd be tempted to drop him a pm to be sure that he's remembered and packed it.
Good point Dec, i'll do that now. thanks
Why oh why did i buy this wretched thing ?
Because most folk who use one say that you get a great nights sleep???
Andy2112
25-03-2009, 16:48
Because most folk who use one say that you get a great nights sleep???
It's like anything new i think, i'm probably a bit doubtful of it to start with but had it up in the garden and it did seem comfortable. I think its the elastic qualities of the tapes that's vexing me at the moment really, but i'll sort that with the ratchet straps.
It's like anything new i think, i'm probably a bit doubtful of it to start with but had it up in the garden and it did seem comfortable.
:lmao: Most (disclaimer - not all) people find them a comfortable way to kip - like all kit, it's horses for courses.
I think its the elastic qualities of the tapes that's vexing me at the moment really, but i'll sort that with the ratchet straps.
I have a hennessy so I can only guess that, to an extent, there's the same issue going on with DD straps.
Initial set-up seems taut until you put your weight on it - and slowly your bum gets a bit closer to the ground? - If this is the case most folk just re-adjust and re-tighten (?? IIRC DD recommends this is re-done daily??).
MartinK9
25-03-2009, 17:59
:lmao: Most (disclaimer - not all) people find them a comfortable way to kip - like all kit, it's horses for courses.
I have a hennessy so I can only guess that, to an extent, there's the same issue going on with DD straps.
Initial set-up seems taut until you put your weight on it - and slowly your bum gets a bit closer to the ground? - If this is the case most folk just re-adjust and re-tighten (?? IIRC DD recommends this is re-done daily??).
Phew, I thought that it was just my fat a%$^ that was doing that :lmao:
Podcast Bob
25-03-2009, 18:49
Okay, so either my podcasts aren't very popular (can't be I've won awards you know!) or the show itself is losing its appeal, either way I have a wadge of free VIP tickets for the outdoors show still left over from the competition.
Those who applied have already had theirs, so if anyone else would like some pairs of tickets please PM me on here with your name and address and I'll pop them in the post to you tomorrow.
First come first served and this post is being placed on others sites as well. May see you guys around the Bushcraft stand on the Friday!
Cheers
Bob
woodstock
25-03-2009, 19:39
Looks like i'm still coming, and looking forward to it. I'll be arriving by train on the Friday afternoon, then walking to the site doesn't seem that far . Will there be anybody about in the daytime as I think some of you are going to the show on that day, shall I make my self known to the warden. Is any body else going by PTransport?:)
mesquite has offered a lift to the show on Fri if any seats are left just chip in for petrol and parking
woodstock
25-03-2009, 19:41
Okay, so either my podcasts aren't very popular (can't be I've won awards you know!) or the show itself is losing its appeal, either way I have a wadge of free VIP tickets for the outdoors show still left over from the competition.
Those who applied have already had theirs, so if anyone else would like some pairs of tickets please PM me on here with your name and address and I'll pop them in the post to you tomorrow.
First come first served and this post is being placed on others sites as well. May see you guys around the Bushcraft stand on the Friday!
Cheers
Bob
Typical we've just bought some, 4 to be exact:(
dr jones
25-03-2009, 19:51
well chaps , dont fret about the stretchy tapes on the DD hammock ! youll only have a springy time on first night after that they stop giving . However a popular mod is to remove the tape from the hammock and replace with good para cord in a loop that extends about a foot from the end of hammock when under load , then have a steel ring to act as a drip arrester then use the original tapes together with carabeenas to anchor to tree because the tapes love to soak up rain!! look forward to meetin you chaps, travelling up with John Fenna on thurs see you then.
woodstock
25-03-2009, 20:00
Why oh why did i buy this wretched thing ? :confused: must have been a moment of madness or water on the brain from the last meet. lol I think i will be using a ratchet system tbh Dec, as the tapes on the DD are like bungee cord.
Got any telegraph poles on site ? lol:D
Once you get the hang of it you will not want to ground dwell again, as for the cords, mine have'nt stretched once there will be plent of bods who have hummocked before and will only be to glad to offer help or advice
firecrest
25-03-2009, 21:19
Just been looking at the weather
http://news.bbc.co.uk/weather/forecast/2102
This is for Birmingham. It may not be as cold as last predicted. Friday night is set for minimum of 9c and sunday of -1c
Can anyone find a more accurate prediction? I really dont want `windchil minus 8` to be what it really is.
Humpback
25-03-2009, 21:30
This might help
http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/today.asp?zipcode=ws1+2qd
Alan
Mesquite
25-03-2009, 21:30
Just been looking at the weather
http://news.bbc.co.uk/weather/forecast/2102
This is for Birmingham. It may not be as cold as last predicted. Friday night is set for minimum of 9c and sunday of -1c
Can anyone find a more accurate prediction? I really dont want `windchil minus 8` to be what it really is.
Try this site (http://uk.weather.com/weather/10day-Coventry-UKXX0038) or there's the met office forecast (http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/em/em_forecast_alltext.html)
MartinK9
25-03-2009, 21:33
well chaps , dont fret about the stretchy tapes on the DD hammock ! youll only have a springy time on first night after that they stop giving . However a popular mod is to remove the tape from the hammock and replace with good para cord in a loop that extends about a foot from the end of hammock when under load , then have a steel ring to act as a drip arrester then use the original tapes together with carabeenas to anchor to tree because the tapes love to soak up rain!! look forward to meetin you chaps, travelling up with John Fenna on thurs see you then.
Thanks, I have modded my DD Hammock with karibiners and extra velcro on the compartment already. Look forward to meeting you all.
firecrest
25-03-2009, 21:34
:( No chance of it being nice and sunny then?
i cut my friggin army blanket up to make viking clothes! Im going to have to come dressed as a viking now! (incidentally I WAS warmer...)
MartinK9
25-03-2009, 21:38
Just been looking at the weather
http://news.bbc.co.uk/weather/forecast/2102
This is for Birmingham. It may not be as cold as last predicted. Friday night is set for minimum of 9c and sunday of -1c
Can anyone find a more accurate prediction? I really dont want `windchil minus 8` to be what it really is.
Here's Coventry:
http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/wm/coventry_forecast_temp.html
Is anyone else bringing a Honey Stove (http://www.backpackinglight.co.uk/product397.asp) to the Meet? I'm interested in getting a pic of some being used together for this (http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=39489[/url) thread (and also for Bob to use if he wishes).
Mesquite
25-03-2009, 21:54
Is anyone else bringing a Honey Stove (http://www.backpackinglight.co.uk/product397.asp) to the Meet? I'm interested in getting a pic of some being used together for this (http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=39489[/url) thread (and also for Bob to use if he wishes).
Funny you should mention it Phil...... ;) Mine arrived this morning :D and I'm planning to give it a good go over the duration of the meet. Feel free to take any pic you like :)
Humpback
25-03-2009, 21:57
I certainly shall and hope to do all my meals on it. I'm interested in comparing its heat output with my BB wood stove aswell (which performed excellently at the last meet but is quite heavy to lugg around).
So, I'm read for my close-up Mr DeMill!
Alan
Minstrel
25-03-2009, 22:35
Hi folks,
I'm afraid work has reared its head - I have a 10 till 7pm on Friday. I intend getting down to be with you on Saturday through Sunday if that's OK.
John
Hi folks,
I'm afraid work has reared its head - I have a 10 till 7pm on Friday. I intend getting down to be with you on Saturday through Sunday if that's OK.
John
I'll add you to the tally sheet :D .
... Feel free to take any pic you like :)
I certainly shall and hope to do all my meals on it. ... So, I'm read for my close-up Mr DeMill!
Cheers chaps :D . As the design is intended to enable several to be used for the greater good I thought it would be interesting to see how it performs in that function :cool: .
drewdunnrespect
25-03-2009, 23:01
see anyone who will be there on friday afternoon because thats when i am arriving
woodstock
26-03-2009, 00:12
Is this a gadget thing? what are the advantages over the BB.my motto is this if it works keep using it until it breaks or until something better comes along and at 6 1/4 oz boils a mug of water in I would say 9mins very fuel efficient I would say its pretty hard to better at the moment we could do a comparison at the meet
Humpback
26-03-2009, 07:14
....... As the design is intended to enable several to be used for the greater good ........ .
Resistence is futile! We are the Borg! :borgsmile
(They could be all that stops us from freezing)
Alan
Is this a gadget thing?
Hmm, definition of a gadget .... :lmao: .
Is it a gadget in the sense that it's shiney when you get it and others wonder what it is? Yes :D .
Is it a gadget that get the 'must have' vibe and you stop using soon after purchase?
No, it quickly became my first choice stove :D .
In all seriousness though, it'd be interesting to see them side by side :cool: - as a wood burner the BB should be more efficient :rolleyes: .
Andy2112
26-03-2009, 10:41
Is anyone else bringing a Honey Stove (http://www.backpackinglight.co.uk/product397.asp) to the Meet? I'm interested in getting a pic of some being used together for this (http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=39489[/url) thread (and also for Bob to use if he wishes).
I think Twodogs is bringing his Honey to the meet.
MartinK9
29-03-2009, 17:36
Thanks to Decorum for organising this meet, and to all those that attended that made me so welcome, the weather wasn't as bad as anicipated, just a few downpours and the occassional hailstorm - not nearly as cold as I expected. I didn't go thump in the night, my DD Hammock held. The beverages that flowed were excellent, the variety of food available to sample was better, but most of all the company was fantastic. Thank you one and all.
When's the next one?:D
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naboo_the_enigma
29-03-2009, 18:03
great pics! and a great couple of days, didn't get to meet many people as we were only really there saturday day, but i enjoyed my first night under a tarp and especially the mental weather! must be the only country where you can sunbathe in the pouring rain!
great atmosphere at the meet, can't wait for the next one!!
John Fenna
29-03-2009, 18:14
Many thanks to everyone who made this a memorable trip for me!
Pictures to follow...
Minstrel
29-03-2009, 18:48
Hi folks,
thanks to all involved with organising this meet. It was great to put some faces to names and share your company, fire, beverages, and pork pie :You_Rock_
I look forward to being able to spend more time at the next one.
Cheers
John :)
dr jones
29-03-2009, 19:59
Just like to say many thanks to all who attended this weekends meet , company , food ,atmosphere was superb and good to meet some new faces . Weather didnt dampen spirits at all , had a great time cheers everyone !
ATB Rolly
woodstock
29-03-2009, 20:30
Hi all I had a great time and met loads of new faces, what a great turnout, people took advantage of the the whole site this time, people as generous as ever with their time and the loan of equipment thanks everyone, also got some great bargains on site thanks John the only good deal I got at the show was the 1/2 chicken roast dinner £6.95 plus you got to keep the plate and the crockery,, which was nice see you all again soon
firecrest
29-03-2009, 21:24
Thanks for a great meet everybody. I enjoyed the show but it was more fun being in the woods. Cheers for the kettle John, and Thanks to Addo for being really generous with your bag of goodies :You_Rock_
Im looking forward to the warmer weather, i think the hennessey is better suited to it. I even stayed sober because the acrobatics involved in getting in the hammock, in the sleeping bag, wrapping a blanket round me (and 2 coats!) is just too difficult at silly o clock in the morning!
Mesquite
29-03-2009, 21:29
Just to say I had a great 4 days at the meet. It was good seeing friends from past meets and making new ones and spending time around the camp fires just chilling and relaxing. A big thanks goes to Phil for facilitating it all as we wouldn't have it if it weren't for all his hard work behind the scenes. I can't wait til the next one as they Midlands meets keep getting better and better each one :)
Pics to follow later on :)
Cheers Dec and everyone else that makes this meet so great.
I had a cracking time this weekend. Must be the first time I havent taken pics as didn't seem to stop for long enough. Cu at the next one, if I get a pass out.
drewdunnrespect
29-03-2009, 21:38
cheers dec and everry one who made this weekend ausome cheers drew and nice meeting you all drew
sounds like you all had a cracking time, sorry i didn't make this one in the end, just too much on at the mo, fingers crossed will get to the next.
Thanks to all who came along and made for a great (and extended :D ) weekend :You_Rock_ - just how many places can you go where you experience glorious blue skies and sunshine punctuated by short showers of rain and hail - with a few dabs of snow late at night :lmao: A real pleasure to meet old friends and make new ones :headbang: .
... what a great turnout, people took advantage of the the whole site this time ...
:lmao: True - I think that the site needs to improve the indications as to where pocket sites begin and end :lmao:
True - I think that the site needs to improve the indications as to where pocket sites begin and end :lmao:
Guilty as Charged:o How was I to know I was on ps 9:lmao:
Thanks Dec for your facilitating, sorry I missed you at the end but you were taking advantage of your suitable footwear and dashing around the site like limpit christie:D
great meet again.
Guilty as Charged:o How was I to know I was on ps 9:lmao:
:lmao: Not to worry, I've been temporarily mis-located a few times myself :lmao: - 'Aspic Mick's' comment made me laugh, with it's (possibly unintentional) twist on total accuracy :cool: .
Whilst I'm thinking about it ....
Is it worth putting on a 'BcUK Midlands Outdoors Show Meet 2010' ?
woodstock
29-03-2009, 22:33
:lmao: Not to worry, I've been temporarily mis-located a few times myself :lmao: - 'Aspic Mick's' comment made me laugh, with it's (possibly unintentional) twist on total accuracy :cool: .
Have you told them about the possible change of name ......TPP.:censored:
MartinK9
29-03-2009, 22:35
Whilst I'm thinking about it ....
Is it worth putting on a 'BcUK Midlands Outdoors Show Meet 2010' ?
Yep indeedy:D
Mesquite
29-03-2009, 22:59
Is it worth putting on a 'BcUK Midlands Outdoors Show Meet 2010' ?
Yup.... when are the dates? :D
Fantastic , Really enjoyed my time at the meet , thanks to everyone for the banter and many thanks to Wayland for the repair on my sheaf ,
Twodogs
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Cheers Gary ,
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Andy checks out his new water catcher ,
http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv120/CLB-Twodogs/28032009711.jpg
very nice ,
http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv120/CLB-Twodogs/28032009720.jpg
Camokid preping his phesent and venison , " anyone want some phesent " made me laugh
http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv120/CLB-Twodogs/28032009718.jpghome from home ..
Thanks again, loads of fun
Twodogs
yum yum phesent it was good tho. really enjoyed the weekend nice bunch of lads had a good laugh round the camp fire it was good to get out. but next time andy try to stay in your hammock your are now in the thud club mate .
John Fenna
30-03-2009, 09:49
Some pictures!
Many thanks to all the customers of The White Van Swap Shop (under the sighn of the Red Dragon) - I now have some new toys to play with (no not the Mini skirt and waistcoat...that is already cut up for pouch making!) and projects to start....
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And to think I came because it was work for me....getting more stuff to review in my magazine columns!
firecrest
30-03-2009, 11:00
Wayland looks like he is striking a jesus pose in that last picture! If the viking business ever goes down hill I reckon there is a new venture there:p
Andy2112
30-03-2009, 13:45
Great weekend folks, brilliant company as usual. Put a few names to faces which is always a bonus, oh, and good food.
Invented a new sleep system, i'm calling it the ground dwelling hammock. lol. Closer trees or longer tapes i think for me.
Can't wait for the next one. Here's dreaming !!!!!!
MartinK9
30-03-2009, 13:48
Great weekend folks, brilliant company as usual. Put a few names to faces which is always a bonus, oh, and good food.
Invented a new sleep system, i'm calling it the ground dwelling hammock. lol. Closer trees or longer tapes i think for me.
Can't wait for the next one. Here's dreaming !!!!!!
With the size of your tarp Andy; I would say longer tapes :D
John Fenna
30-03-2009, 15:01
Wayland looks like he is striking a jesus pose in that last picture! If the viking business ever goes down hill I reckon there is a new venture there:p
After teaching in so many schools I am sure he is ready to say
"SUFFER - little children!"
or is that only a partial Bible quote, taken out of context:D
Mesquite
30-03-2009, 15:24
Here's my pics.... didn't take that many and some weren't that good either :( but a couple of Gary doing his Jedi Knight with Cloak impersonation.... now where's his light sabre axe? :D
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A few guys chilling in the woods :)
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Have you told them about the possible change of name ......TPP.:censored:
Ah, I almost forgot about that ... thanks for the reminder :D .
For a long time I've been considering a slight change in the way the Midlands Meet threads are titled.
The impetus for this is that the Midlands region covers such a huge area and naming the Meets held at Rough Close 'Midlands Meet' could, conceivably, cause problems for others trying to organise Meets in the region.
Because of this I've tried to take inspiration from those who have attended, what we've done and also the site we've been using ...
Now, three 'influences' have pushed me towards this new naming:
We come under the umbrella of bushcraft and its activities.
The general affability of the members of this site who come to the Meets.
Rough Close has a large and healthy avian population :lmao: :censored: .
The new non regional name for the Meets ....
The Pheasant Pluckers :D .
A couple of pics of my own ...
My kit, minus the medical and trade stuff.
http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq125/decorum_pics/Kitshot.jpg
Gratuitous sharps pic - Cegga axe, Bernie Garland 'Bushcrafter' and the Bernie Garland 'Little Whittler' - blade by Bernie, handle by me.
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My setup
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Scruff making bannock
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View form my hammock:
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Spamel up a tree:
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After we'd left:
http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a5/S0larisadi/Bushcraft/March09/IMGP0497.jpg
Thanks to Dec and everyone else involved for a great meet as usual.
I should just say, before I am accused of trying to start a new bushcraft fashion, that the cloak was a requested demo of how to fold a cloak the way the Vikings did to make a hood as well.
I will post some pictures of my own when I get half a minute to sort them out.
...I should just say, before I am accused of trying to start a new bushcraft fashion, that the cloak was a requested demo of how to fold a cloak the way the Vikings did to make a hood as well...
I'll second that. The cloak and penannular broach are mine - Wayland wore them for the pics because I really hate being photographed.
Cheers Dec, was a really good weekend, good to see everyone again and to see a few new folk.
Jaysurfer
31-03-2009, 00:49
Hey guys thanks for a great couple of days.
Was only there for one night but you made my first meet one i will remember...
The fire
The Sloe Gin
Sloe Vodka
various weather
oh and Spamel pissed up falling over he logs by the fire.
Got some pics will post once i have worked out how lol
James
sasquatch
31-03-2009, 16:04
Thanks to Decorum for sorting the meet, I'm well up for the next one! This was my first so I didn't know what to expect but it was grand. I'll make more effort to talk to everyone at the next one for sure. I think I've been camping on my own too much recently! Thanks to Mesquite, John, Drew and Scruff for advice, selling me things I need, selling me things I didn't need and free fuse for the tinder kit! Cheers fellas, hope to see you all at the next one!
John Fenna
31-03-2009, 17:20
selling me things I didn't need
but I hope you enjoy!:cool:
sasquatch
31-03-2009, 21:21
You didn't exactly twist my arm John, I've already been at it! Cheers fella!
... I now have some new toys to play with (no not the Mini skirt and waistcoat...that is already cut up for pouch making!) ....
John, I note that there's no mention of the brown leather dress in that disclaimer :lmao: .
woodstock
31-03-2009, 22:01
Here is one of the JF bargains photographed on a bargain from Wayland, plus my camp at the meet
As the dates for The OutdoorsShow 2010 (http://www.outdoorsshowextra.co.uk/) have now been announced I'll get in early and book PC11 - hopefully with the extra day again :D . The relevant thread will follow - I won't rush though, after all there are 360 days to go :lmao: .
John Fenna
31-03-2009, 22:18
John, I note that there's no mention of the brown leather dress in that disclaimer :lmao: .
Saving the brown leather WAISTCOAT for next seasons Panto costumes!!!!!:p
MartinK9
31-03-2009, 22:21
Saving the brown leather WAISTCOAT for next seasons Panto costumes!!!!!:p
Oh no you aren't:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:
woodstock
31-03-2009, 22:22
Saving the brown leather WAISTCOAT for next seasons Panto costumes!!!!!:p
I think you should have kept the red leather mini ,,you might have got the role of widow spanky :D
Saving the brown leather WAISTCOAT for next seasons Panto costumes!!!!!:p
:lmao: I'd like to believe you John, however, even T1tch is too tall to consider it a waistcoat :lmao: .
firecrest
31-03-2009, 22:55
:lmao: I'd like to believe you John, however, even T1tch is too tall to consider it a waistcoat :lmao: .
Does that mean you already tried it on and decided it was good enough to save?
John Fenna
01-04-2009, 07:55
Yea gods! - It aint for me!
It is only a size 16 and I am at least an 18!
Red is not my colour so that one was deffo for the chop.......:D
PJMCBear
06-04-2009, 17:39
So, when's the next meet Dec?
Sorry for the delay but here are a few more pics.
http://www.ravenlore.co.uk/assets/images/Two_Man_Saw.jpg
http://www.ravenlore.co.uk/assets/images/Decs_camp.jpg
http://www.ravenlore.co.uk/assets/images/Fire_Rig.jpg
http://www.ravenlore.co.uk/assets/images/Kettle_in_fire.jpg
http://www.ravenlore.co.uk/assets/images/Dr_Jones_Rig.jpg
http://www.ravenlore.co.uk/assets/images/Titch.jpg
firecrest
08-04-2009, 22:44
Nice puctures there. I believe thats me very own kettle there in the fire :)
Mesquite
08-04-2009, 22:46
Nice puctures there. I believe thats me very own kettle there in the fire :)
Do we see another pastel drawing of a kettle coming soon? :D
firecrest
10-04-2009, 13:25
Do we see another pastel drawing of a kettle coming soon? :D
I'm having fun burning things at moment. Dont worry, when I blast a hole in my finger Ill be returning to the pastels sharpish... ;)
OK ... hopefully* the next Midlands Meet will be on the w/e 22/23/24 May (Friday to Sunday).
* Yet to book. I'm on site over the w/e - staying (aka playing) until Wednesday and I'll book it then. If PC11 is unavailable I'll either book a different pitch (there are plenty) or book for the following w/e (29/30/31).
Due to the 'juggling' I'm doing at this end I'll not start a new thread until I've got it booked.
Wallenstein
14-04-2009, 14:02
OK ... hopefully* the next Midlands Meet will be on the w/e 22/23/24 (Friday to Sunday).
* Yet to book. I'm on site over the w/e - staying (aka playing) until Wednesday and I'll book it then. If PC11 is unavailable I'll either book a different pitch (there are plenty) or book for the following w/e (29/30/31).
Due to the 'juggling' I'm doing at this end I'll not start a new thread until I've got it booked.
Which month is this? April?
Which month is this? April?
OOps :o . Post now edited to state the relevant month :o :o :lmao: .
Wallenstein
14-04-2009, 14:17
OOps :o . Post now edited to state the relevant month :o :o :lmao: .
And as luck would have it I'm off work on the 22 May :D
Mesquite
14-04-2009, 16:50
OK ... hopefully* the next Midlands Meet will be on the w/e 22/23/24 May (Friday to Sunday).
Thats the bank holiday weekend, any chance of extending it to take in Monday 25th as well?
Mind you I'll have to do some fast talking to get the wife to agree giving me a pass for that extra day :D
MartinK9
14-04-2009, 17:06
Thats the bank holiday weekend, any chance of extending it to take in Monday 25th as well?
Mind you I'll have to do some fast talking to get the wife to agree giving me a pass for that extra day :D
Now that is a good idea:D
yes , yes , yes ,...........
Twodogs
I might have to come to this one, loved the last.
Sounds great. I should be able to manage one night as im on a very tight leash at the mo. :deal: :banghead: :rant: :(
Sounds great. I should be able to manage one night as im on a very tight leash at the mo. :deal: :banghead: :rant: :(
What you done?:D
Thats the bank holiday weekend, any chance of extending it to take in Monday 25th as well?
Mind you I'll have to do some fast talking to get the wife to agree giving me a pass for that extra day :D
I'll ask if it's possible. I don't think that I'll be able to stay the extra night though :( .
OK ... hopefully* the next Midlands Meet will be on the w/e 22/23/24 May (Friday to Sunday).
The Meet is now booked for the 22 -24 May.
I'm awaiting absolute confirmation because the Bookings Book wasn't available to check pitch availability - something will be sorted though :D .
Next Meet thread to be found here (http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?p=530046#post53 0046)
Thats the bank holiday weekend, any chance of extending it to take in Monday 25th as well?
Unfortunately there won't be the capability to do the extra night - sorry :puppy_dog