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I am posting this little note to test the water. (Please note that this is now edited to the Hoot in 2010!)
I would be happy to host another NEW YEAR meet for those interested.
Dates are confirmed as 19, 20 & 21 Feb 2010.
There are quite a few Christmas meets posted and I do not want to step on anyones feet this side of Christmas with another.
All the usual things will be going on....including the successful pit roast of tender venison! (although the Keeper does not know this yet!)
I would be happy for any other suggestions to be put forward too. (Mine is a plank chair demo)
Those with teaching skills have expressed their interest to come and host some informal workshops which is generous and kind. Thanks to all of you. I am sure that other skilled folks will step forward to offer their talents so watch this space.
The site is in the usual spot and can cope with 30 bods. + 500 acres of woodland in which to wander freely.
There is water, and main fire site under Rod's parachute.
There are loos and simple washing facilities.
There is shelter in the old barn and for those workshops that need it, AND in case of storms! (some will remember that one!)
£10 pppd for adults and £5 for 12-18 yr olds.
Please feel free to come along.
Swyn.
Put me down for the mini forging demo please Swyn - January always find me skint;)
Sounds like fun, where would it be held?
Im in swyn (er!!)
Cheers
Nick
I should be up for this too :D
Hi Swyn,
I'm in. Will do whatever to help get site set up and could run a workshop if you like.
As I'm getting quite familiar with the "over the road bit" ;) : could do a tracking thing?
let me know
Hi Swyn,
I'm in. Will do whatever to help get site set up and could run a workshop if you like.
As I'm getting quite familiar with the "over the road bit" ;) : could do a tracking thing?
let me knowwill be there as well
C_Claycomb
18-11-2008, 20:20
I am glad that you guys posted here, I would have missed it while on holiday otherwise.
I am definitely interested in coming :D
If nothing else I want to find out if Swyn has broken his knife yet. :p
Will have a think whether I am qualified to demo anything ;)
Cheers!
Hi Swyn
Been a long time since I stayed at the site so a weekend would be great.
The second weekend would be the one I could attend as it is my sons 1st birthday on the 10th.
Cheers
George
sounds great. i'm in please!
No Chris. I use it every day when I'm at home. Much admired too! (the knife that is)
Would you consider doing a tempering/metalwork workshop? I did put mini forging but think this may be the wrong title...ie, dodgy £1 coins!!:rolleyes: Sorry Aaron!
I'm very flexible with the dates too and can move into Feb but, 2nd WE in Jan could be made a little firmer...?
Cheers!
Swyn.
DanDan The man called Dan
20-11-2008, 14:07
Being the new boy round hereabouts, I thought i'd ask first and not presume. I think I'm up for this if thats o.k with you Swyn? I'm in berkshire so we're practically neighbours.
Let me know if its o.k to tag along.
Thanks
Dark Horse Dave
30-11-2008, 21:15
Hi there
If this comes together and it's the weekend starting on 9 Jan I'd be interested in coming along.
Cheers
DHD
Swyn any idea on dates yet mate?
Cheers
Nick
I must apologise for not posting sooner.
Dan Dan you would be welcome mate, thanks for asking!:thanks:
I will be focussing on the second set of dates ie 16, 17, & 18 Jan as there seems to be a squeeze on time at present. I am still trying to recover from the damage resulting from the sudden snowfall!
I do hope y'all have a very merry Christmas and New Year break with your families:D :present:
Cheers from Swyn
Dark Horse Dave
13-12-2008, 11:38
I must apologise for not posting sooner.
Dan Dan you would be welcome mate, thanks for asking!:thanks:
I will be focussing on the second set of dates ie 16, 17, & 18 Jan as there seems to be a squeeze on time at present. I am still trying to recover from the damage resulting from the sudden snowfall!
I do hope y'all have a very merry Christmas and New Year break with your families:D :present:
Cheers from Swyn
Many thanks for that Swyn. Unfortunately I can't make that weekend, but would certainly be interested in any future weekends you might be offering.
Cheers,
Dave
Hope all of you had a lovely Christmas and will enjoy your New years celebrations.
I would like to have a numbers count please from those who intend coming to the meet. It would be good to see some new faces alongside the regulars.
Please let me know soon. Thanks.
Swyn.
C_Claycomb
26-12-2008, 17:58
Definitely count me in. :D
Having got new gear for Christmas, must take the opportunity to use it!
Put me down for attending Swyn .
I may have a couple of others who may be interested and will let you know soon.
Cheers and I hope you and the family had a great Christmas.
George
sandsnakes
29-12-2008, 12:52
Swyn,
Depending on stuff at home and work, I will probably be able to do Sat and Sun, so put me down.
Rod the elder
Sandsnakes
DanDan The man called Dan
03-01-2009, 12:29
Hey Swyn, Due to excessive spending over christmas, I have just been grounded by the domestic controler until the end of January "Grrrrr". To say I'm gutted is very much an understatment.
Have a great weekend and sorry I can't make it.
DanDan
where is it and can it be reached by public transport? if so count me in :)
would love to see a forging demo, i could bring some knife making supplies if you want?
Nathan
Hi NatG.
You have a choice, either princes Risborough or Great Missenden from Marylebone or to Amersham from Baker Street.
The Marylebone trains get you closer and there are taxi services or on a phone call one of the other attendees may be able to run down to the station. (approx 3-4 miles away)
I look forward to meeting you. I will PM the exact location to you early next week.
Sorry to hear your plight Dan!
Cheers from Swyn.
Hi All,
Will be having a Kit Sale at the event to raise some money for the Help For Heroes Charity. I have posted a list of goodies on offer, at tempting credit crunch prices, I might add: on this thread here http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=36787
cheers
Would have liked to have come along, but I have birthday duty as a dad.
I would love to come along to the next one.
I am going to the site with a Super SER gas heater to try and thaw the frozen pipes. I have been told that the lowest temperature last night in the UK was in Chesham at -12. Now that really is quite cold....No wonder my abode is so frozen up! I am comfortable(ish) with my basic 'shrafting skills, two duvets and a sleeping bag!
I have had conformation from the Keeper on the munty. I have also had conformation from Chris Claycombe that he is willing to do a heat treating demo and Rod on tracking which is fantastic.
The firewood is dry and stored inside so will produce a warm fire.
I think the only downside is the lack of children. I know mine can't come as the logistics of the shuttle from Suffolk to Bucks are too great during term time. Perhaps there will be some other parents willing to bring some young folks along even if it is only for the day. The cold may prove too much for little bodies for any longer though.
Andy W may bring Josh (6) but he is not sure. I have tried to contact George and am hoping other teenagers will see this thread and want to persuade their parents to bring them along.
The pond in the wood is certainly frozen and may be suitable for some sliding on if the ice is thick enough. I know it is not PC to say this in light of foolish behavior on large frozen areas of water, but as this will be well supervised I see no problems. just remember to bring a change of clothes! It will be b***y cold if one falls in!!
I could do with a big pot..Jason? Please. For vegetables.
Cheers y'all.
Swyn.
I could do with a big pot..Jason? Please. For vegetables.
Swyn.
Swyn
I have a big cast iron pot that I can bring, 5l I think. Can I get bags on any bits of munty that dont make it to the pot pls.
I may well turn up on the friday night if thats ok so let me know if I can be useful.
I think it will be a bit too cold for my daughter (it makes the nintendo battery go flat too quickly apparently)
Swyn,
you can count me in as I will be coming with Rod the Elder Sat and Sun. Not coming with kids but aren't we all kids at heart?:)
I'd love to make this one, but unfortunately I've got a busy month. Hope it goes well. Regards to all esp Rod, Jase and Swyn.
Pablo.
Hi Swyn,
Im fairly new but would like to pop along during the day if thats OK (might see if my daughter wants to come along too)? It would be great to put faces to names etc.
Assuming this is acceptable would you PM me details of the exact location.
ATB, Jon.
Good to see positive replies!....Nick a cast iron pot would be great! Thanks. Will speak to the Keeper re your request.:D
Sorry to miss you Pablo.:slap:
Yes agree there nomade!:AR15firin
Swyn.
Hi Swyn, I'm not going to make this meet I'm afraid. Was down at Mark's last weekend so that's my January trip accounted for. Hope you have a good time
train booked and sorted- anything you specifically need me to bring other than stuff to sort out myself?
cheers
Nathan
Will be there Swyn with hopefully a couple of others.
Cheers
George
I'd love to make this one, but unfortunately I've got a busy month. Hope it goes well. Regards to all esp Rod, Jase and Swyn.
Pablo.
Cheers Pab!
Will smoke one for you! ;)
Hi NatG.
Please advise on your ETA at whichever station you will arrive at. This may help with collection arrangements and keeping an ear open for a 'phone call.
'Kingshill Couriers' operate out of Gt Missenden station and will take advanced bookings from Marylebone (40 mins ahead) I will pm you their no.
Swyn.
Well, I've got the venison and chopped a load of firewood. The water is now back on again as the pipes have thawed.
Looking forward to the weekend as the weather outlook is reasonable!
Swyn.
Swyn
Cant make friday as I hoped but I will be there mid morning on saturday Anything youd like me to bring or pick up let me know. Ive packedthe cast iron pot
Cheers
Nick
My daughter wants to come as well but she is only 4 1/2, do you think she will be too young? She does love the woods, fires, animals etc...
We are only popping in for a couple of hours on the Saturday, was hoping we could maybe join the tracking but im concerned that she could possibly spoil any sightings etc. You know kids are like, at the most critical moment they have a tendancy to announce things in a loud voice like "daddy, I need the toilet"! Just dont want to spoil anything for others.
ATB, Jon.
Am onthe train to London now:) looking forward to it
VirusKiller
16-01-2009, 20:04
Can anyone PM me with the site location?
Thanks to all those who came this weekend and made it so enjoyable!
Good food, good company and a real range of traditional English weather!
July is a possible next time?
Cheers from Swyn.
Gutted I missed it - will definately be along on the next.
N
VirusKiller
18-01-2009, 20:33
Thanks for setting this up Swyn. It was good for an aspiring bushcrafter to meet some of the real McCoy! ;)
Joel
Gwhtbushcraft
18-01-2009, 20:55
thanks for a great weekend all!
George
:)
Swyn
Thanks for all the hard work you put into getting thus weekend on for us - very much appreciated.
We wont hold the weather against you
Cheers all
Nick
Thanks for letting me come along Swyn- i really enjoyed it, nice to meet some people relatively local to me. I'll definitely be down in July!
Nathan
Here are some of the pics of the pit roast - Swyn definately has this nailed
http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l215/nickgibson/pit%20roast/DSC00321.jpg
http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l215/nickgibson/pit%20roast/DSC00350.jpg
http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l215/nickgibson/pit%20roast/DSC00353.jpg
http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l215/nickgibson/pit%20roast/DSC00357.jpg
http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l215/nickgibson/pit%20roast/DSC00359.jpg
http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l215/nickgibson/pit%20roast/DSC00360.jpg
http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l215/nickgibson/pit%20roast/DSC00363.jpg
http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l215/nickgibson/pit%20roast/DSC00364.jpg
http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l215/nickgibson/pit%20roast/DSC00419.jpg
May post some more later
Cheers
Nick
Thanks for setting this up Swyn. It was good for an aspiring bushcrafter to meet some of the real McCoy! ;)
Joel
Yep, I will second that. What a top bunch of blokes all willing to share their knowledge with us new boys. Fantastic!
Look forward to meeting you all again in the future.
ATB, Jon.
(I was the guy in the wellies who appeared briefly on Saturday!)
Thanks for a top weekend, just gutted I had to cut it so short;)
Thanks for a top weekend, just gutted I had to cut it so short;)
Was a shame you had to go so early mate- the loan of the sleeping bag was a life saver- kept me warm on the second night, i left it with Rod, hope to see you around some of the other meets?
Nathan
C_Claycomb
19-01-2009, 21:59
Had a great time. Thank you to everyone who did all the really hard leg work!
My appologies for the quality of my demo:p
Nick, I think you missed the most important photos from that hangi sequence. The eternal question of creating a good hangi is how to get a good fire to burn in a hole in the ground using only the resources immediately to hand?
These rare photographs show the secret of Swyn's success!:notworthy
http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll235/gps_deseng/IMG_0528.jpg
To do it properly of course, you must use a genuine Bushcraft leaf blower :D
http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll235/gps_deseng/IMG_0530.jpg
:D
Thanks to all who was able to support the Help for Heroes Kit Sale. We raised £60. many thanks to all :You_Rock_
See you the the next one!
Shazzbat! :cool:
Thanks to all who was able to support the Help for Heroes Kit Sale. We raised £60. many thanks to all :You_Rock_
See you the the next one!
Shazzbat! :cool:
Good effort and good reminder Rod
Cash in the post tomorrow (honest)
Cheers
Nick
dangerpie
28-01-2009, 11:38
It's a shame I couldn't come along Swyn, it looked like a great meet!
If you plan another one this year i'll have to make sure I can make it! :)
Pete :)
i would like to come along too but transport is a bit of an issue but hopefully it wont be too long untill i can drive :drive:
we have one of those leaf blowers at work! but ours is made by stihl not bcuk lol i dont like to use it much thow as its not kind to your hands and i dont fancy getting whitefinger:o
pete
abushcrafter
30-01-2009, 18:14
Dam dam :aargh4: dam:rant: I mist this thread because I have been more on computer forums to help me with the ultimate computer :rolleyes: and I was looking at the old thread!
So this don't happen again for me or any one else I could set up a RSS feed and a email update thing, Would people like that?
The next bush hoot is in July folks! My insurers came up with this abbreviation and I think it will stick! (Bush hoot!):D
Swyn.
abushcrafter
05-02-2009, 23:27
:) I won't miss this one.
Next bushoot is in late September, the date is as yet to be decided as I'm on a traffic management course slap bang in the middle of that month! I will PM those who expressed an interest. Usual pit roast and will do pheasant stew too. Plus my one to make this time is a plank chair.
Swyn.
I'd be interested in this Swyn, I have very fond memories of the Christmas one at your place a couple of years ago.
I'm going to post a new thread as folks may find wading through all the old stuff a little confusing.
Things are moving towards another New years Hoot coz time flies and I'm getting behind in work.
I think the new dates will be Jan 2010. Watch out for the post as and when I've consulted my diary....and wife!
Swyn.
abushcrafter
11-10-2009, 00:44
I thought You couldn't do the hoots are more :?
I closed the site to the general public, not to invited events such as the Hoots, Green School activities and film locations. Aren't we lucky to have such a super site, still!:D
Swyn.
godfather
12-10-2009, 10:18
Swyn,
would love to attend. A great way to start the new year.
sandsnakes
02-11-2009, 09:32
Sounds good to me! Let me know when.
Sandsnakes:You_Rock_
Hello to all those who have kindly sent supporting messages and good wishes.
I must apologise for the delay in posting dates but other things dictated what and when I could host another Hoot.
The dates are from 1500 hrs Friday 19th, Saturday 20th & to 1700 hrs Sunday 21st of February 2010. I have spaces for 30 adults and children. Those who don't know where the site is please say so and I will PM you.
I will do this on a first come first served basis.
£30-00 for adults week-end and £15-00 Children (under 16) Those under 10 are free.
Cheers from Swyn.
Dark Horse Dave
20-11-2009, 19:14
Hello Swyn
I'd very much like to come along with my young son please. I'll drop you a PM shortly.
Thanks a lot
Hi Swyn, if it's ok i'd like to tag along. Just let me know when and were you won't the money.
Just a little message to those who are asking about payment. I am happy and able to offer paypal payments if you like, but please consider your commitment BEFORE paying. Otherwise it is £'s on the day. Thanks.
I am happy to refund money up to ten days before the set dates. There is always a lot of behind the scenes work and I don't want to be madly rushing around re-organising refunds and re-allocating spaces when I should be concentrating on actual organising the week-end itself!:rolleyes:
Cheers,
Swyn.
VirusKiller
21-11-2009, 17:03
Not sure I can make it as my daughter's 5th birthday party will be that weekend. Will consult with the Oracle.
Hi Swyn,
I'm in and will be happy to do an activity or two :D . Swyn I may mention this to a couple of hand selected families as a day-out idea, if that is OK with you?
Also - to all reading this: would there be any interest for another Help for Heroes Fundraiser Kit Sale? This worked well last year. You donate any manky old choss you want to part with to the unsuspecting BCUK fools who come along (put a sensible price on it please). We sell it, and donate all proceeds to H4H (who got £100 Last NY). Everyone's a winner, several people went away with some absolute bargains. If interested PM me with a list of your donation: I will put a sale list up in due course.
cheers all
Dark Horse Dave
25-11-2009, 19:33
Hi Rod
Hope you're well. I'm planning to come along with my 6 year old son, so should see you there!
I haven't got much in the way of kit to get rid of, but I'd be happy to chuck in a donation for any H4H fundraiser.
Regards,
Dave
Hi Swyn,
I'm in and will be happy to do an activity or two :D . Swyn I may mention this to a couple of hand selected families as a day-out idea, if that is OK with you?
Also - to all reading this: would there be any interest for another Help for Heroes Fundraiser Kit Sale? This worked well last year. You donate any manky old choss you want to part with to the unsuspecting BCUK fools who come along (put a sensible price on it please). We sell it, and donate all proceeds to H4H (who got £100 Last NY). Everyone's a winner, several people went away with some absolute bargains. If interested PM me with a list of your donation: I will put a sale list up in due course.
cheers all
Hi Rod,
Brilliant idea!
Last time we raised a surprising amount in smiles and cash. Yes, good to see you are ahead of me on this (as usual!)
I've put aside the firewood for that W E and provisionally mentioned the venison to the 'Keeper' Keith. I'm still doing the usual pit roast and would like to taste your now famous stew! Must remember to ask my dear wife to prepare the material for the wrapping.
I will also try and make a cooking tripod out of reo bar. I have a picture of one in my head, but that's no good until it's made!
Any other suggestions from visitors would be welcome, ie, fresh bark to make pots....carving wood for spoons.....Hazel lengths......(we are doing a lot of tree work at the moment so can cut stock in advance)
Not forgetting some short lengths of scaffold plank to make a demo plank X chair....
Cheers,
Swyn.
Hi Swyn,
Please add 1 adult and 2 kids to my "party" (there may be more). These will be camping over.
I'd be happy to do a knife safety session for any of the kids/newbies attending.
We could do some atlatl making & throwing also for anyone who fancies a go?
Breadmaking, storytelling (anyone know any goo ones), axe safety: we could do any of this
cheers for now
Jaysurfer
07-12-2009, 16:59
I wouldn't mind joing in this post-christmas fun....
Where exactly is the site?
I'll be coming from Somerset, if anyone else is interested in coming from my end of the country i can prob offer a lift.
J
Firstly, Hi jaysurfer!
You would be very welcome and I do know some of the Somerset folk from other meet-ups. Remember this is aimed at families and we go to bed early!
I will PM the location if you like and you can make your choice.
Rod....as ever thanks and please 'bring em on'!
Dark Horse Dave, will be good to see you and youngster!
Swyn.
Hi Swyn,
I'd like to pop along if you've still got space.
Being the newbie, would you be able to PM me with details of the location and the such-like.
Many thanks
Mike
Hi there MK-MIKE.
Please don't worry about being a newbie! Just come along and enjoy our relaxed week end.:bigok:
I've sent you a PM too re details.
Cheers from Swyn.
Hi Swyn,
Thanks for putting me at ease :)
I've got your PM about the location. Please don't hesitate to shout if you guys and girls need any help setting up etc. I'm all to happy to lend a hand.
Look forward to seeing you all.
Mike
VirusKiller
12-12-2009, 13:32
I can now make this for the whole weekend :)
Swyn do you still have space for one more?
Mesquite
01-01-2010, 11:39
I'd like put my name down for this as well if there's space please.
I'd like put my name down for this as well if there's space please.
........and you'd be very welcome!
Look forward to meeting you!
Cheers from Swyn.
PS. Will PM you more information. S
Hi jambowl.
You will be very welcome! I hope you can find where you are! PM re more to follow
Swyn.
Swyn thanks for PM.
Since this is open air camping, I guess it would be more a tent rather than tarp and hammock scenario.
Hi jambowl,
Plenty of trees to hang from, mind! Tent may be less draughty if it blows. We are on the 800 foot contour (which folks forget) so colder than you would imagine.
Tent or tarp....Your choice, just be warm!
Cheers,
Swyn.
Hi Swyn,
newbie from Bucks here. Although I'm very new to the forum I'd be very interested to attend your Hoot if there any more spaces for two (I'll try to drag the missus too).
I'll also send you a PM to confirm the location.
Cheers,
Arri
Arri there is a PM on its way to you. Please feel at ease with us and just enjoy the weekend.
Cheers,
Swyn.
PS I'm a little bit amazed at the counter now standing at over 3000 views! :wow1:
I am posting now to say that the Hoot is FULL. Thankyou.
Swyn
Swyn,
Is there a schedule of workshops/activities yet?
-Arri
I have a vague itinerary Arri!
My main task on Saturday is to get the pit roast going and help will be needed there. One is operating the BCUK special leaf / fire blower! I am also going to make a plank chair as a demo.
Rod has offered to do a tracking workshop and there will be the firelighting (smoke making) hour! Plus making a shelter of woodland debris. Ah...Felling a tree too. That was fun last time. There is a picture of us doing that somewhere. It did fall where it was supposed to!
There will be a woodland walk via the 'pond' through our magnificent 'cathedral' Beech stand. Last time we tried out 'Millbank bags' there with George. I will also suggest trying to tap a Birch tree, just in case the sap is rising...You never know! Bring an empty plastic milk bottle in case!!
Someone else wants to try some carving.....There are also four simple knots that could be shown to aid camp craft....
We have a huge scrap pile on site, a bit like scrap heap challenge......George....:D That always raises a smile too.
That's not a bad list to start with.....Eh?
Any suggestions welcome too.
Swyn.
Sounds fun, let's hope the weather will be in a good mood.
VirusKiller
22-01-2010, 08:42
Hi Swyn,
Am I right in thinking that food (the pit roast) will be provided for one evening only?
Cheers,
Joel
Yes Venison Sat eve for those who like it! Plus Rod's stew and boiled veg/soop if it goes to plan.:D
Swyn.
VirusKiller
22-01-2010, 20:04
Cool. Just putting together my food plan...
Mesquite
22-01-2010, 20:08
What's the position on personal cook fires Swynn?
I have containers for personal cooking fires, but request that the wood for those is scavenged.
There is a big social and cooking fire under the parachute. I have gathered and stored good firewood for that and the pit fire.
Swyn.
For those who are coming, here's an update.
I've chopped another truck load of firewood and the venison is now hanging ready.:D I am hoping for a dry weekend, I don't mind the cold but could do without the damp!
I hope the sale goes well in raising money for the Help for Heroes fund.
I'm looking forward to meeting those who have not been to this Hoot before.
Swyn.
Dark Horse Dave
11-02-2010, 22:12
Thanks Swyn - see you next week!
Swyn
I am sorry ill miss this one - the venison sounds a good as ever - have fun & see you laster in the year I hope
Nick
Thanks Swyn for great weekend. I've met some interesting people and hope that I see you guys soon.
Jakub
P.S. Now I have to get some hook knives for spoon carving.
Thanks for a great weekend :D
After trying Steve's Dave Budd spoon knife I arrived home thinking how do I explain that I now NEED one to SWMBO:rolleyes:
Result, she said that I should get both sizes as and I could have them as my birthday present :cool:
I think arriving back with a spoon or two for her helped.
It was nice to meet some new people and see others again.
Once again thanks for all the time and effort put in by everyone.
Cheers
Grebby
Oh, and just to underline how bad my memory is, that duch oven with the griddle lid, where did it come from again:confused:
Mesquite
22-02-2010, 11:41
Just to say thanks to Swynn, Rod and Andy for a very enjoyable weekend. goodjob Lovely weather, great food and even better company. I'll post the very few pics I took once I get round to downloading them.
Looking forward to the next one :)
After trying Steve's Dave Budd spoon knife I arrived home thinking how do I explain that I now NEED one to SWMBO:rolleyes:
Result, she said that I should get both sizes as and I could have them as my birthday present :cool:
I think arriving back with a spoon or two for her helped.
Glad to help you out with a good spoon knife Ian, you won't regret getting the set.
Oh, and just to underline how bad my memory is, that duch oven with the griddle lid, where did it come from again:confused:
It's Unbeatentracks (http://www.unbeatentracks.co.uk/). They're currently offline at the moment but there's a contact number on the info page
A big thank you to all those who came along. We were so lucky with the lovely sunny days even with the sunday snow!
Swyn.
VirusKiller
22-02-2010, 16:20
My thanks as well Swyn, and a special mention for the thought-provoking walk around the estate. Great to meet everyone; hopefully I'll see you all at the summer meet.
Joel
Had a great weekend Swyn. It was good to catch up with everyone.
Here are a few piccies of the weekend. Apologies for the quality as I used my phone camera.
Hangi prep.
http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc177/seorasgma/Swyns%20Feb%2010/Copies%20for%20BCUK/Photo0093-1.jpg
No sap rising yet.
http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc177/seorasgma/Swyns%20Feb%2010/Copies%20for%20BCUK/Photo0101-1.jpg
Dinners ready.
http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc177/seorasgma/Swyns%20Feb%2010/Copies%20for%20BCUK/Photo0110-1.jpg
Father and Son Bow in action.
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Andy managed to make a bow for his son Josh and it only took him a couple of hours to make it.
I did not get any pictures of the Atl atl so if anyone has any please post them up.
Here is a link to the rest of my pictures of the weekend. http://s219.photobucket.com/albums/cc177/seorasgma/Swyns%20Feb%2010/
Cheers
George
Grebby
Oh, and just to underline how bad my memory is, that duch oven with the griddle lid, where did it come from again:confused:
John Muirden's Unbeaten Tracks :D
cheers mate
Just done a tot up from the kit sale: we raised £115 for Help for Heroes. Cheers :You_Rock_
Many thanks to all for buying lots of used, tired, knackered & manky kit again. We raised £15 more than last year: so cheers for digging deep when times are tough, its very much appreciated. I will send a cheque off this week.
cheers
Thanks Swyn and Rod for a great weekend :cool:
Really good to meet up with everyone, old friends and new faces!
Josh had a great time all weekend too and can't wait to be out again :rolleyes:
The bows are superb fun and looking forward to getting out with them again. Thanks Seoras! Great pics too.
Andy