View Full Version : Midlands May '09 Meet.
Meet dates: 22 - 23 - 24 May 2009 - (this thread follows on from here (http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=34434)).
Location is Rough Close (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/). This is a child friendly site and your youngsters are welcome.
Site map (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/p_Site_Map.ikml) and Grey Scale (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/attachments/GreyscaleRC.pdf) map
At present the price (per person per night) is £4 (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/attachments/RC_Price_List_09.pdf).
EDIT: Please arrive on site no earlier than 3pm - if you live far enough away that your standard journey* exceeds 3 hours then there is some leeway for arriving on site early. Please contact me if you are unsure.
* uninterrupted by traffic congestion - motorised - private or public transport
Meet list:
decorum
Copy and paste yada, yada .... And if you could do it alphabetically that'd be appreciated .
The 'Touchy Subject' bit:
Because the site is, first and foremost, a Scout camp site, the only people we can't accommodate are those who would, purposely or otherwise, do harm to others. Primarily, this means that if you would be found unfit to adopt or foster a child then you can’t come along – same goes for anyone knowingly under investigation or having had an allegation made against them and is awaiting investigation.
It's fine if you want to:
be on your own
lie on your back looking at the sky, clouds, birds flying over et.c
whittle
practice 'stuff' - except tree felling; the site can have strong opinions about that
practice flora and fauna i.d
so on and so forth ...
This is, in no way, a bushcraft course and it's for you to make of it what you will.
decorum
Twodogs ( Im in )
Humpback
23-04-2009, 17:45
decorum
Humpback
Twodogs ( Im in )
MartinK9
23-04-2009, 17:51
decorum
Humpback
Martink9
Twodogs
scrogger
23-04-2009, 18:01
This looks cool, I am a newly appointed Asst scout leader but sadly also a northerner;) ;) ;) so would I be allowed if I can make it down.
Andy2112
24-04-2009, 09:38
Andy2112 + tribe (2)
camokid
decorum
Humpback
Martink9
Twodogs
PJMCBear
24-04-2009, 11:00
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Andy2112 (tbc)
camokid
decorum
Humpback
Martink9
PJ.McBear
Twodogs
scrogger
24-04-2009, 15:03
bummer I have been informed by SWMBO its whit week and We are bound for a week in Scotland!! Bloomin heck!!
Andy2112 (tbc)
Aragorn
camokid
decorum
Humpback
Martink9
PJ.McBear
Twodogs
Mesquite
25-04-2009, 19:58
Looking forward to it :)
Andy2112 (tbc)
Aragorn
camokid
decorum
Humpback
Martink9
Mesquite + 1
PJ.McBear
Twodogs
Andy2112 (tbc)
Aragorn
camokid
decorum
Elines
Humpback
Martink9
Mesquite + 1
PJ.McBear
Twodogs
Thanks for organising this - I have added myself in above - not sure how long I will be able to survive though - this will be my first time without specific expert support. So probably only need to book for the Friday and Saturday nights if that is ok
MartinK9
26-04-2009, 19:01
Andy2112 (tbc)
Aragorn
camokid
decorum
Elines
Humpback
Martink9
Mesquite + 1
PJ.McBear
Twodogs
Thanks for organising this - I have added myself in above - not sure how long I will be able to survive though - this will be my first time without specific expert support. So probably only need to book for the Friday and Saturday nights if that is ok
Elines, the last Meet held there was my first and I was assisted by several members for the duration who were helpful with advice, kit, food and liquid.
I am sure you'll be fine, any help you want I will more than willingly give if I can " Pass It On".
MartinK9
26-04-2009, 19:04
Double post
From MartinK9
"I am sure you'll be fine, any help you want I will more than willingly give if I can " Pass It On"."
Thanks again for the reassurance Martin
... So probably only need to book for the Friday and Saturday nights if that is ok
The Meet runs from Friday afternoon (3pm) until about the same time on the Sunday.
As Martin said - there'll be plenty of us around to help if needed.
Wallenstein
28-04-2009, 11:43
Please can I be a "maybe" for this one.
Andy2112 (tbc)
Aragorn
camokid
decorum
Elines
Humpback
Martink9
Mesquite + 1
PJ.McBear
Twodogs
Wallenstein (tbc)
Not a problem. I consider all who stick their names down as 'maybe' until they turn up - real life has a habit of rearing its ugly head and ruining plans :( .
Andy2112
28-04-2009, 16:35
Andy2112 + tribe (2)
Aragorn
camokid
decorum
Elines
Humpback
Martink9
Mesquite + 1
PJ.McBear
Twodogs
Wallenstein (tbc)
MartinK9
28-04-2009, 21:54
Andy2112 + tribe (2)
Aragorn
camokid
decorum
Elines
Humpback
Martink9
Mesquite + 1
PJ.McBear
Twodogs
Wallenstein (tbc)
Will everyone fit under your tarp Andy?:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:
Thay will if his hammock stays in the trees.
Twodogs
hammock i thought is was a bivi bag.....lol
Andy2112
29-04-2009, 09:42
hammock i thought is was a bivi bag.....lol
Well, actually it is !!! DD Travel hammock. lol :D It's my ground dwelling hammock !!
Thay will if his hammock stays in the trees.
Twodogs
No hammock this time mate, gotta bring a tent for us. :(
Will everyone fit under your tarp Andy?:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:
We'll all fit under the tarp Martin, still bringing it just in case. I'll set it up as a field kitchen lol.
Got to be on best behavior as the wife and son are joining us. The nipper will talk your ears off given half a chance. lol
Andy2112 + tribe (2)
Aragorn
camokid
decorum
Elines
Humpback
Martink9
Mesquite + 1
PJ.McBear
Twodogs
Wallenstein (tbc)
HERBz + 1
Will there be a clearing like last time as i would like pitch my new tipi.
Thanks,
Herbie
firecrest
03-05-2009, 00:10
Andy2112 + tribe (2)
Aragorn
camokid
decorum
Elines
Firecrest
Humpback
Martink9
Mesquite + 1
PJ.McBear
Twodogs
Wallenstein (tbc)
HERBz + 1
Mesquite
03-05-2009, 09:39
My son has decided he doesn't want to come this time so just me.
Andy2112 + tribe (2)
Aragorn
camokid
decorum
Elines
Firecrest
Humpback
Martink9
Mesquite
PJ.McBear
Twodogs
Wallenstein (tbc)
HERBz + 1
Will there be a clearing like last time as i would like pitch my new tipi.
Tipi's have been used on a few occasions - it shouldn't be a problem :cool:
Andy2112 + tribe (2)
Aragorn
Bodge + some more (3)?
camokid
decorum
Elines
Firecrest
Humpback
Martink9
Mesquite
PJ.McBear
Twodogs
Wallenstein (tbc)
HERBz + 1
Should make it I think.
Andy2112
05-05-2009, 16:37
Got to pull out of this one unfortunately as real life has got in the way so i've taken my name off the list. Got to go normal camping as a family, gutted.:(
Aragorn
Bodge + some more (3)?
camokid
decorum
Elines
Firecrest
Humpback
Martink9
Mesquite
PJ.McBear
Twodogs
Wallenstein (tbc)
HERBz + 1
Got to pull out of this one unfortunately as real life has got in the way so i've taken my name off the list. Got to go normal camping as a family, gutted.:(
I've just been discussing the very same with my better half and there is a chance we'll be hitting the road in the vw if the weather looks ok and I get the jobs done on the campervan.
will post when I know whats what.:D
Mesquite
05-05-2009, 16:42
Got to pull out of this one unfortunately as real life has got in the way so i've taken my name off the list. Got to go normal camping as a family, gutted.:(
Sorry to hear that Andy. Maybe you can make the BCL meet that's a couple weeks later.
Wallenstein
05-05-2009, 16:46
Decorum... what time do the gates shut at Rough Close? I'd like to arrive on the Friday if things go to plan, but need to deposit SWMBO + daughter at my inlaws first, so will be 9-10pm before I roll up to the Close. Can you still get into the carpark or round to the Bill Clarke cabin after 8pm?
Andy2112
05-05-2009, 16:51
Sorry to hear that Andy. Maybe you can make the BCL meet that's a couple weeks later.
Luckily i pre-booked the pass out before the normal camping arguement, sorry i mean discussion came up Steve so hopefully i'll be there. :) :banghead:
I've just been discussing the very same with my better half and there is a chance we'll be hitting the road in the vw if the weather looks ok and I get the jobs done on the campervan.
will post when I know whats what.:D
Looks like a long weekend down at Slapton Sands in Devon Bodge. Could be worse though. !!
Got to pull out of this one unfortunately as real life has got in the way
Not a problem. Real life takes precedence :cool: .
I've just been discussing the very same with my better half
Same again - family must come first.
... what time do the gates shut at Rough Close? ...
You should be fine arriving between 9 and 10 pm.
Driving down to the Bill Clarke Cabin, however, needs to be preceded by the usual walk down to check whether there are people using the field and/or cabin - they have the 'say' whether we can temporarily borrow parking space or not.
Note for all:
Whether or not we can make use of the drop off point at the Bill Clarke Cabin ... All of our motor vehicle need to be parked up at the Campers Car Park by the Main Field.
If the ability to drop kit off is available, please move your vehicle up to the Campers Car Park as soon as you have brought your kit onto PC 11 - not after you've pitched up and had a refreshing brew. This is to allow others to take advantage of a shorter walk and to keep on the good side of the site.
Wallenstein
05-05-2009, 17:26
Thanks Dec.
Also wondered whether you still have the "strap hinge" pot stand I left behind several meets ago? Real life has prevented me from getting down to recent meets. No worries if not, I'll pop into Warwick and sort another one out :)
Yup, I still have it. I'll lob it in my kit for you.
Wallenstein
05-05-2009, 17:39
Yup, I still have it. I'll lob it in my kit for you.
Many thanks :)
Aragorn
Bodge + some more (3)?
camokid
decorum
Elines
Firecrest
Humpback
Martink9
Mesquite
PJ.McBear
T1tch
Twodogs
Wallenstein (tbc)
HERBz + 1
Hi i think i can get to this 1 but will post back later to be sure
Are the times flexible as in can i get there early and maybe leave late?
... Are the times flexible as in can i get there early ...
A well timed question ;) . A reminder for all ...
Because traffic is a difficult beast to estimate there is some flexibility for arriving early for those travelling 'good distances' .
As a good estimate:
If your uninterrupted journey would take three(ish) hours (or more) there is some leeway to arriving a bit early.
Those travelling from the North of England, Scotland, or Ireland would be given added leeway.
The site is aware that distance/travel time can be hard to get right but too many arriving early for a Meet could mean that we all end up being charged the day fee unless we arrive after a time specified by them.
There is the added 'complication' of having to check for glaring problems - and PC11 is quite a size.
There are some 'old-hands' who have been to the site (and PC11) enough times that I (and more importantly, the site team) consider them as a kind of set-up crew that benefits a smoother running site and weekend.
... and maybe leave late?
Not really. I have to be the last one to leave the pitch. Before I leave I need to do a general walk around to make sure everything is reasonably ok - and, if necessary, to try to sort out anything amiss (whether it's down to us or not).
ok sorted my stuff out and i will be there I’m coming from Crewe its nearly 2h so no were near 3 but i don’t need to set up early i just wont to get there and chill a bit maybe walk the site after the drive so like set out at 12 ish get there for 1:30 - 2pm
corr
Aragorn
Bodge + some more (3)?
camokid
decorum
Elines
Firecrest
Humpback
Martink9
Mesquite
PJ.McBear
T1tch
Twodogs
Wallenstein (tbc)
HERBz + 1
... maybe walk the site after the drive so like set out at 12 ish get there for 1:30 - 2pm
The site charges for use of the site and the day fee is charged for just being on site - irrespective of what you're doing or how many are in the group - those arriving after the specified arrival time wouldn't be charged the fee.
The day fee could be charged but, so far, has being 'over looked' in the spirit of good will towards those with long journeys - and it's not something that I want members to lose.
So if i get this there is no problem getting there early but i will have to pay the day fee?
If that’s right then how much is the day fee? I cannot find it on their site and don’t mind paying it TBH
So if i get this there is no problem getting there early but i will have to pay the day fee?
If that’s right then how much is the day fee? I cannot find it on their site and don’t mind paying it TBH
Am I being too subtle, too tactful or too polite?
As I posted previously, the Meet runs from 3pm on the Friday.
There is an issue with us getting there too early - because I haven't booked for us to be on the site during the day running up to the Meet!
So far the site has over looked the charge to help those who are travelling serious distances - this is something I don't want us to lose.
When I've specified mid-afternoon for previous Meets we've had people turning up at mid-day - and this cannot continue.
The arrival time (and that's arrival on site) for the Meet is 3pm onwards.
So if i get this there is no problem getting there early but i will have to pay the day fee?
If that’s right then how much is the day fee? I cannot find it on their site and don’t mind paying it TBH
Let's put it this way, it is a private Scout Campsite run by volunteers, allowing us to use it with very few pre-conditions is a priviledge won over time and hard work by Dec and "the regulars" which he needs to guard jealously. I would not allow what essentially is an external group the freedom on my district campsite that Dec is granted. So Dec is not being awkward it is just the way it is. :)
If your journey goes well take the address for Go Outdoors with you and spend an hour or so browing at their store down the road or risk a McDonalds coffee then roll up at 3 :approve:
MartinK9
12-05-2009, 16:48
If your journey goes well take the address for Go Outdoors with you and spend an hour or so browing at their store down the road or risk a McDonalds coffee then roll up at 3 :approve:
I normally stop at Sainsbury's for a fat boy's breakfast:D
Am I being too subtle, too tactful or too polite?
YES
All you have to say is well no i did not book the site for the day and don’t want to push it with them
You did give me the impression that it was just about the fee
And reading this back just to say don’t take it the wrong way txt dos not carry tone ore emotion and can seem blunt.
I will be there for 3 :)
Am I being too subtle, too tactful or too polite?
YES
:lmao:
Unfortunately, I'm one of those who is either too subtle or as subtle as a falling brick :o .
If I'm being subtle some folk don't tend to realise and then when the subtlety stops .... :o
Oh, whilst we're on the subject of me being subtle - for those who aren't 'in the know' - I really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really hate being photographed. I'm working
on it - I have no problem with pics from behind as long as no part of my face is visible :o :o :o .
firecrest
12-05-2009, 22:57
Yes there is a photo of your boot somewhere isnt there.
I've heard some say that my face looks like a boot. At least I think they've said boot ...
sasquatch
14-05-2009, 10:47
I thought I was busy next weekend but found out I can make the Friday night...Happy days! I'll be bringing a mate if that's ok, he's never been hammock camping but is looking forward to it. I'll add myself to the list, if there's a problem let me know. Thanks in advance for organising another meet Dec!
corr
Aragorn
Bodge + some more (3)?
camokid
decorum
Elines
Firecrest
Humpback
Martink9
Mesquite
PJ.McBear
SASQUATCH (+1)
T1tch
Twodogs
Wallenstein (tbc)
HERBz + 1
... I'll be bringing a mate if that's ok, ...
Bringing a mate along isn't a problem. The only thing that I (and, more importantly, the site) asks is that you take responsibility for him whilst he's on site.
See you there :D .
EDIT:
In case you haven't read through the thread - 3pm is the earliest time for arrival at Rough Close.
sasquatch
14-05-2009, 14:38
No worries fella, I wouldn't bring an idiot! I won't be getting there until about half 5, so it won't be earlydoors...looking forward to it already! See you then.
Woohoo she says yes! I'm coming for around Sat afto till sun dinner. See you there.
Addo
corr
Aragorn
Bodge + some more (3)?
camokid
decorum
Elines
Firecrest
Humpback
Martink9
Mesquite
PJ.McBear
SASQUATCH (+1)
T1tch
Twodogs
Wallenstein (tbc)
HERBz + 1
Addo
corr
Aragorn
camokid
decorum
Elines
Firecrest
Humpback
Martink9
Mesquite
PJ.McBear
SASQUATCH (+1)
T1tch
Twodogs
Wallenstein (tbc)
HERBz + 1
With regret:sadwavey: I have removed myself from the list as we are hitting the road in the campervan and going to the acoustic festival on the Staffordshire/derbyshire border and then a bit of touring.
I will see you all at the next meet.:)
firecrest
15-05-2009, 17:20
I havent booked the time of work so Ill have to come later on the friday, in which case I might bring Phil along (chauffeur!)
merrylegs
15-05-2009, 17:45
Addo
corr
Aragorn
camokid
decorum
Elines
Firecrest
Humpback
Martink9
Merrylegs
Mesquite
PJ.McBear
SASQUATCH (+1)
T1tch
Twodogs
Wallenstein (tbc)
HERBz +1
Ok so i can get some old skirting boards for fire wood so the question is will that be necessary or is the site next to a wood yard and over full with fire wood?:dunno:
Wallenstein
16-05-2009, 11:47
It's a 45 acre wood so there's usually enough firewood unless it's been excessivly wet.
As Wallenstein said - wood isn't usually a problem.
Although it's ok to have ground fires the site prefers* that they are kept to a minimum - and other than the communal fire they need to be left 'absolute minimum trace'.
* Outside of each pitch's communal fire area the site would actually prefer users to have contained and/or raised fires - this is another concession that we've 'won' through our diligence over a period of time :cool: .
... old skirting boards ...
I've just found the following whilst doing a search for a member of family :yikes:
'PLEASE NOTE; It is illegal to burn any timber containing glue, resin, timber treatments, paint etc. This includes; plywood, mdf, chipboard, laminates & all
other similar materials. Doing so is a breach of environmental laws and could result in you being prosecuted by the environment agency'.
Found here (http://www.jlw.me.uk/1153.html) - I've tried trying to verify it :banghead: but so many of the links are for foreign countries - and those in plain English don't always tally up with the info :confused: .
It just shows that you learn something every day. Unfortunately it's not always something that you wish to learn :cop: .
so this is all subject to change as they never get it right but
Thursday day weather
Heavy Rain Shower
* Heavy Rain Shower
* Max: 16°C 61°F
* Sunrise: 05:00
Friday day weather
White Cloud
* White Cloud
* Max: 15°C 59°F
* Sunrise: 04:59
Saturday day weather
Sunny
* Sunny
* Max: 20°C 68°F
* Sunrise: 04:58
Sunday day weather
Sunny Intervals
* Sunny Intervals
* Max: 20°C 68°F
* Sunrise: 04:56
http://news.bbc.co.uk/weather/forecast/2199?area=CV7
MartinK9
20-05-2009, 16:50
Looking forward to the Meet, whatever the weather, although I hope it holds...:D
Andy2112
20-05-2009, 16:55
Have a great time everybody who's going, wish i was coming but i'm going down Devon tomorrow to do some camping with the family. :D
MartinK9
20-05-2009, 17:02
Have a great time everybody who's going, wish i was coming but i'm going down Devon tomorrow to do some camping with the family. :D
Fully understand Andy - build up those Brownie points for later:D
Mesquite
20-05-2009, 17:58
Have a great time everybody who's going, wish i was coming but i'm going down Devon tomorrow to do some camping with the family. :D
At least you're getting out camping Andy. Have a good time and we'll make you jealous of missing out on the meet when we post all the pics :D
Hows the new drainage doing on site, chaps that know?
Was going to bring the pyramid tent this time round, but if im going to be a bushcraft island of my own, i'll bring a hammock.:umbrella: :(
firecrest
20-05-2009, 19:54
Just got my stuff out, accompanied by the horror that I never washed my pots from last time!!!!!
Hows the new drainage doing on site, chaps that know?
I've not had the chance to get on site for a bit. However as it's been raining on and off for the last week or so I'd assume that the site is at least 'mildly moist'.
Because of the potential dampness around where we've previously had the communal area we'll be using the same 'temp' communal as we did for the March
Meet - it should be drier at the top end of PC11.
... Was going to bring the pyramid tent this time round, but if im going to be a bushcraft island of my own, i'll bring a hammock.:umbrella: :(
It's not so much a problem when you're on the island - when the island becomes Atlantis ... :yikes:
firecrest
20-05-2009, 20:05
yeah thats about right that is! It reminded me of that bog of dispair thing in the never ending story.
Incidentally, Im considering bringing less blankets this time, is that a good idea?
Mesquite
20-05-2009, 20:16
yeah thats about right that is! It reminded me of that bog of dispair thing in the never ending story.
Incidentally, Im considering bringing less blankets this time, is that a good idea?
If you're driving down then I'd say pack them Lindsey. After all you'll curse yourself if you need them and if you don't then no harm done
MartinK9
20-05-2009, 20:22
Just got my stuff out, accompanied by the horror that I never washed my pots from last time!!!!!
A good supply of penicillin then?:lmao: :lmao:
... It reminded me of that bog of dispair thing in the never ending story.
But the hairy ginger one won't be with us this time ... :burnout:
... Incidentally, Im considering bringing less blankets this time, is that a good idea?
I'll second Steve. Although it depends on whether you're bringing a flock of blankets or just a couple - because of the rain the local temperature has been up and down like the proverbials drawers.
Im bringing winter kit :D
Im bringing winter kit :D
When it's not rainning it's been glorious - so better bring summer kit too :lmao: .
Wallenstein
20-05-2009, 21:38
I was up at Rough Close for a couple of hours last night - ground was damp but nothing more, couple of boggy patches here and there but the ditches were dry and the ground was firm. We were round just past the campfire circle rather than PC11, but we got the Cubs running around a wide area and although we had a couple of soggy shoes there were no "up to the waist" immersions :)
And that was after the mother of all rainstorms about 2hrs previously, so with the forecast set reasonably fair for the weekend it should be grand.
There were quite a lot of little midgies around - not the proper vicious biting kind but a few of the lads were itching their heads once they worked up a bit of steam running around. I guess it's the pools of standing water and the mild temps, so an insect repellant might be worthwhile until the temperature drops later in the evening.
I could have done with coming on this, sadly not possible.
Bah.
firecrest
20-05-2009, 23:38
I was thinking instead of bringing extra blankets bringing a rabbit fur jacket I got off ebay. (it were only ten quid!!) though I havent worn it I dont know how warm it is. My reluctance to get blankets is because I have such an awful time getting in the hennessey , pushing the army blanket underneath me and on top. it doesnt help that its in three peices since I cut an apron out of it for the viking meet. I could possibly bring a sheepskin coat instead , thats the warmest thing I own and way better than an underblanket.
MartinK9
21-05-2009, 16:35
I was thinking instead of bringing extra blankets bringing a rabbit fur jacket I got off ebay. (it were only ten quid!!) though I havent worn it I dont know how warm it is. My reluctance to get blankets is because I have such an awful time getting in the hennessey , pushing the army blanket underneath me and on top. it doesnt help that its in three peices since I cut an apron out of it for the viking meet. I could possibly bring a sheepskin coat instead , thats the warmest thing I own and way better than an underblanket.
I'll throw a spare Sleeping bag in the car and it'll be there if you need it
firecrest
21-05-2009, 20:02
I'll throw a spare Sleeping bag in the car and it'll be there if you need it
Cheers Martin :) I always somehow manage to wind up cadging stuff to keep warm in the night. Im awful at this winter camping lark!
sorry lads 'n lasses but i'v got to bail on this family stuff to do etc :( hopefully be along to the bcl in a couple of weeks and from june 1st will be on a temp shift pattern which means i won't be working weekends so will try and make the most of it, have a great weekend, don't forget the photies and hope to catch up with you all soon.
updated list:
Addo
corr
camokid
decorum
Elines
Firecrest
Humpback
Martink9
Merrylegs
Mesquite
PJ.McBear
SASQUATCH (+1)
T1tch
Twodogs
Wallenstein (tbc)
HERBz +1
Humpback
21-05-2009, 20:33
decorum
I'm most unlikely to be able to get there this time. If I don't have a good time and I'll see you at the next one.
Alan
Addo
corr
Aragorn
Bodge + some more (3)?
camokid
decorum
Elines
Firecrest
Martink9
Mesquite
PJ.McBear
SASQUATCH (+1)
T1tch
Twodogs
Wallenstein (tbc)
HERBz + 1
sorry lads 'n lasses but i'v got to bail on this family stuff to do etc :( ...
... I'm most unlikely to be able to get there this time. If I don't have a good time and I'll see you at the next one.
Sorry you won't be with us for this one Alan. And Alan, if you make it then you make it :cool: .There'll be more to come though :cool: .
NOTE: Yes that last sentence does make sense! :D .
Bodge and Camokid are both on family duties so I've adjusted the list accordingly.
Meet List:
Addo
corr
decorum
Elines
Firecrest
Martink9
Mesquite
PJ.McBear
SASQUATCH (+1)
T1tch
Twodogs
Wallenstein (tbc)
HERBz + 1
firecrest
21-05-2009, 22:36
ah well, small and sweet this meet. which can often be better - more places to pitch, less jossling for fireside space!
Mesquite
22-05-2009, 07:19
ah well, small and sweet this meet. which can often be better - more places to pitch, less jossling for fireside space!
LOL, I was just thinking the same. Right I better start getting my kit sorted out see folks later today :)
MartinK9
22-05-2009, 08:08
Not long now:D
firecrest
22-05-2009, 08:10
ill be arriving in the evening sometime
Mesquite
22-05-2009, 08:12
ill be arriving in the evening sometime
We'll reserve a place by the fire for you :)
PJMCBear
22-05-2009, 09:11
Blimey. I've been packed for 3 days, :lmao: .
LOL, I was just thinking the same. Right I better start getting my kit sorted out see folks later today :)
Will be there mid - late afternoon - I'll be the one looking totally confused
Mesquite
22-05-2009, 09:35
Blimey. I've been packed for 3 days, :lmao: .
LOL Normally I would have but unfortunately I've not been too well the last few days :( . Been having really severe stomach cramps but they eased off yesterday and today, fingers crossed, they seem to have gone.
Right, I'm off. See you folks this afternoon :D
MartinK9
22-05-2009, 09:50
Will be there mid - late afternoon - I'll be the one looking totally confused
:D I'll have the kettle on then
Hi, mum and brother have decided they want to come aswell, is that okay?
Thanks
Herbie
I am gona pack the car now get some dinner shower and change then im off so will se ya this afternoon
Hi, mum and brother have decided they want to come aswell, is that okay?
Thanks
Herbie
That's fine :D .
Setting off Sat morn after the family are all sorted, so see you all before dinnertime.:)
Wallenstein
22-05-2009, 13:15
I'll be arriving tomorrow too, although there's a slim chance it might be tonight.
Will be there by 8am tomorrow anyhoo.
Well that was fun ..Thanks to Phil for the admin .
Very layed back , loads of new faces for me allways good to put faces to callsigns .
Many thanks to George for the twisted fire starter demo and practice and Addo for the wood walk and pig nuts .
http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv120/CLB-Twodogs/2009_0623wolf0006.jpg
We want fire ..
http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv120/CLB-Twodogs/2009_0623wolf0009.jpg
K9 having a spin ,
http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv120/CLB-Twodogs/2009_0623wolf0012.jpg
A fine looking piece of wood
http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv120/CLB-Twodogs/2009_0623wolf0013.jpg
Even the hound looks chilled ..
http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv120/CLB-Twodogs/2009_0623wolf0016.jpg
Addo knocking up a quick knife ..
http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv120/CLB-Twodogs/2009_0623wolf0017.jpg
Very nice..
http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv120/CLB-Twodogs/2009_0623wolf0020.jpg
Pig nut .
http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv120/CLB-Twodogs/2009_0623wolf0025.jpg
Cooking Nan , Lamb kababs
http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv120/CLB-Twodogs/2009_0623wolf0026.jpg
Yum , Cheers for the tabasco Martin .
http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv120/CLB-Twodogs/2009_0623wolf0028.jpg
My gaff
http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv120/CLB-Twodogs/2009_0623wolf0034.jpg
More twisted fire starting ..
http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv120/CLB-Twodogs/2009_0623wolf0031.jpg
Decs rack ..
Thats all folks
Twodogs
First time ever for me at any bushcraft stuff - thanks to everyone for all the help, advice and welcome - especially Dacorum for organising it. The skills and knowledge you lot have is amazing.
MartinK9
24-05-2009, 15:58
A brilliant Meet as always, thanks to all that were there, especially Decorum for organising it again... Maybe next time I'll make an ember:rolleyes:
The Master at work:
http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/7411/bowdrillpractice002.jpg
Two Dogs bowing for NATO:
http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/6324/bowdrillpractice005.jpg
Success:
http://img29.imageshack.us/img29/8485/bowdrillpractice007.jpg
Chicken of the Woods?:
http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/7903/dsc01658o.jpg
Brew Time:
http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/8186/hobostove001.jpg
Gwhtbushcraft
24-05-2009, 16:07
That was a really good weekend, Nice seeing everyone and a big thanks to Phil for organizing it.
George
:)
firecrest
24-05-2009, 16:24
Great weekend guys. Thanks for letting me use your bowdrill George, though I didnt get fire I did improve on my last attempt.
And thanks to Addo for the tree walk :)
MartinK9
24-05-2009, 18:14
Great weekend guys. Thanks for letting me use your bowdrill George, though I didnt get fire I did improve on my last attempt.
And thanks to Addo for the tree walk :)
ooo keep hold of my tent pegs till next time Lindsey:D
firecrest
24-05-2009, 18:41
ooo keep hold of my tent pegs till next time Lindsey:D
I gave them to Dec for safekeeping ;)
MartinK9
24-05-2009, 18:56
I gave them to Dec for safekeeping ;)
Ta very much:)
I bet he was happy, he has only just unloaded a load of other peoples stuff:lmao: :lmao:
Thanks all for a chilled out weekend.
... I bet he was happy, he has only just unloaded a load of other peoples stuff:lmao: :lmao:
:lmao: - a small bag af pegs is a whole lot easier to store and cart around than a huge billy :lmao: .
A 'couple' of pics from me ...
There are already some similar pics, but ...
http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq125/decorum_pics/Roastchicken.jpg
It's possible that we'll over play the Pignut pics - because Spam's yet to find one at the Close :p
http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq125/decorum_pics/Pignut.jpg
A couple of pics of my shelf.
http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq125/decorum_pics/Bush_shelf_01.jpg
http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq125/decorum_pics/Bushshelf_01a.jpg
And finally, a bit of wood art.
http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq125/decorum_pics/Bottle_wood_art.jpg
I had a great meet thanks all and of course Dec. Nice pics fellas, a good sized decay fungus there martin :D The wood looked particularly nice in this fine weather were having. When home, I walked though the front door to be pushed out the back one with orders to sort a BBQ out. Just carried on as at the meet, starting fires and cooking all afternoon!
http://pix.myphotoalbum.com/a/ad/add/addo/addos/addos/albums/album33/s5001179.sized.jpg (http://addos.myphotoalbum.com/view_photo.php?set_albumName=a lbum33&id=s5001179)
Tryed this set up out, which I ment to bring along. A folding grill group buy (bcl) and ss roasting tin from Morrisons. It worked a treat.
See you all at the next one.
Wallenstein
25-05-2009, 12:12
Great weekend - thanks to Decorum for organising it all. :)
Also thanks to MartinK9 for the mini coolpacks and to Mesquite for the sharpening advice and use of the oil/water stones - I'm always blown away by the generosity people have with their time, skills and kit on Meets, I'm very grateful.
:You_Rock_
And not forgetting PJMcBear for the wood sorrel and the bannock-tossing skills! http://www.buddy-icons.info/img/smile/1553.gif
Yeah Paul you champion T0sser :D
MartinK9
25-05-2009, 18:02
Yeah Paul you champion T0sser :D
Good job too; or there would of been murder in the woods :lmao:
And before Decorum mentions it - I am pants at pan handling:eek:
Besides I like ash on my steak :D
Great weekend thanks to Decorum for organising it all and to all for being there :) :You_Rock_
firecrest
26-05-2009, 20:47
Id like to hereby worship Wallenstein for his amazing Bannock!!
whats the recipe? please tell us , it was amazing!
MartinK9
26-05-2009, 21:02
Id like to hereby worship Wallenstein for his amazing Bannock!!
whats the recipe? please tell us , it was amazing!
Twodogs' bannock was nice too - doused in whisky and spread with butter - yummy:headbang:
I tried making bannock when I got home - it was rubbish - so yes - recipe(s) please - need to be fool proof though!
Im sure Rob will be along in a bit, but I think his very yummy recipe was John fennas with added cinamon, nutneg and allspice and raisens.
Try adding chorizo and finish with cheese to a basic mix, for a savory option
Some recipies from the site. Ive tryed them all and they all work as long as you cook them slow, and best in a non stick pan. Even better with a domed lid on top to help trap heat and rise the bannock.
http://www.bushcraftuk.com/index.php/Food-Cooking/Bannock.html
Addo - Yep they were the recipes I tried - the first two anyway - Hoodoo's and Match's - I'll try again in my actual bushcraft non non-stick frying pan on a low heat and see if that works
Wallenstein
29-05-2009, 09:31
Hello chaps,
The recipe I used was:
400g self-raising flour
100-120g golden castor sugar
1-2 tsps baking powder
1-2 handfuls of sultanans
1-2 handfuls of vegetable suet (this could be reduced)
2-3 tsps all spice / cinnamon / nutmeg
All quantities approximate!
That made enough for two large bannocks. The suet is not to everyone's taste (sorry Paul!) so you could probably reduce the amount without much bother.
I ended up with quite a "wet" mixture, so it needed a non-stick pan and a gentle heat (plus a good tossing every 6-7 mins).
A dryer mixture would work better in a dutch oven with heat above and below, or on a hot stone / board... my mixture would have slid off!
Andy2112
29-05-2009, 10:40
I use Mungo's bannock receipe, found it works for me and you just use your hands as the measuring device. :D
PJMCBear
29-05-2009, 11:10
That's alright mate. I enjoyed the tossing though.
The suet is not to everyone's taste (sorry Paul!) so you could probably reduce the amount without much bother.
I ended up with quite a "wet" mixture, so it needed a non-stick pan and a gentle heat (plus a good tossing every 6-7 mins).
A dryer mixture would work better in a dutch oven with heat above and below, or on a hot stone / board... my mixture would have slid off!