Midlands November '09 'Re-enactment Market' Meet

[decorum]

Once again, a Midlands Meet will be held to coincide with a 'bushy-type' event.


In this case the event is The Original Re-enactment Market (http://www.reenactorsmarket.co.uk/) (TORM) and the weekend is 20 – 22 November 2009.


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 map (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/attachments/GreyscaleRC.pdf)

At present the price is £4 (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/attachments/RC_Price_List_09.pdf) (per person per night) - The entrance fee to the market is not included in the camp fees!


We’re booked onto PC11 – our usual spot :D .



There's no compunction to go to the market - If you'd like to come along to the Meet and just chill all weekend that's absolutely fine.

Sticking yourself on the list isn't committing yourself to coming along - but if you can no longer come along it'd be appreciated if you say so.

As with the September Meet, we can harvest some of the wood from the area specified by the site :cool: .



Meet list:


decorum



Copy and paste yada, yada ...


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 etc
whittle
practice 'stuff' - except tree felling; the site has strong opinions about that
practice flora and fauna id
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.

[firecrest]

Ill put me down. enjoyed the weekend, I got home in under two hours btw, not bad for rail on sunday!

Decorum
Firecrest

[Mesquite]

Decorum
Firecrest
Mesquite

[addo]

Ooo go on then :)

Decorum
Firecrest
Mesquite
Addo

[MartinK9]

:) Thanks Dec

Decorum
Firecrest
Mesquite
Addo
MartinK9

[sasquatch]

Yes please! Cheers Decorum


Decorum
Firecrest
Mesquite
Addo
MartinK9
Sasquatch

[Wayland]

Wayland
Decorum
Firecrest
Mesquite
Addo
MartinK9
Sasquatch

[Davey569]

Going to have to give this one a miss :( Ive been a bit to happy with kit purchases this month already.

[PJMCBear]

I'm in and can't wait. It's been far too long since I got any time to get out.

Wayland
Decorum
Firecrest
Mesquite
Addo
MartinK9
Sasquatch
PJMcBear +1

[decorum]

... enjoyed the weekend, I got home in under two hours btw, not bad for rail on sunday!


Glad you enjoyed yourself :cool: . The County Leader Training Team would like to know whether you'd consider coming back again next year :D .

[nolightweight]

Wayland
Decorum
Firecrest
Mesquite
Addo
MartinK9
Sasquatch
PJMcBear +1
Nolightweight

[Andy2112]

Wayland
Decorum
Firecrest
Mesquite
Addo
MartinK9
Sasquatch
PJMcBear +1
Nolightweight
Andy2112 (TBC)

[Twodogs]

Wayland
Decorum
Firecrest
Mesquite
Addo
MartinK9
Sasquatch
PJMcBear +1
Nolightweight
Andy2112 (TBC)
Twodogs

[decorum]

Message deleted due to unforseen circumstances :censored: .

[Humpback]

Wayland
Decorum
Firecrest
Mesquite
Addo
MartinK9
Sasquatch
PJMcBear +1
Nolightweight
Andy2112 (TBC)
Twodogs
Humpback

[Gailainne]

Wayland
Decorum
Firecrest
Mesquite
Addo
MartinK9
Sasquatch
PJMcBear +1
Nolightweight
Andy2112 (TBC)
Twodogs
Humpback
Gailainne

Haven't seen lots of you "English louts" for ages, so shall endeavour to attend, hopefully the 7:30hrs it took the last time will not be repeated.

Cheers

Stephen

[Elines]

Yes please

Wayland
Decorum
Firecrest
Mesquite
Addo
MartinK9
Sasquatch
PJMcBear +1
Nolightweight
Andy2112 (TBC)
Twodogs
Humpback
Gailainne
Elines

[decorum]

Hmm, well it had to happen at some point didn't it! - Real life's got in the way and I can no longer make the Meet :eek: as I have to go to The Royal Yacht Britannia Annual Dinner Dance* :lmao: (I reckon that SWMBO owes me big time for this one! :lmao: :censored: ).

* Which isn't held on the Royal Yacht.

Wayland and Mesquite have stepped into the breach - the Meet will still go ahead - :You_Rock_

Because I'll now be elsewhere from the Friday to the Sunday I'll not be able to offer the supply service offered in post #14 until a future Meet :o



Wayland
Firecrest
Mesquite
Addo
MartinK9
Sasquatch
PJMcBear +1
Nolightweight
Andy2112 (TBC)
Twodogs
Humpback
Gailainne
Elines

[firecrest]

SOrry you can't make it Phil. Yes Ill come again next year for the scout meet. In the mean time, how dare you go off to a dance thats NOT on the Royal Yacht tut! leaving us lot to fend for ourselves, we`ll probably start eating each other ;)

[decorum]

... Yes Ill come again next year for the scout meet...

Very cool :D .


... In the mean time, how dare you go off to a dance thats NOT on the Royal Yacht tut! ...

:lmao: ?? trading standards ?? :lmao:

It's inside, it's formal and it's ..... a dance :eek: .

.............................. ......... http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/sick/sick0013.gif

[Mesquite]

So who's going to the The Original Re-enactment Market (http://www.reenactorsmarket.co.uk/)

[Wayland]

I will be....http://www.wayland.me.uk/assets/images/pirates.gif......I need some more Pirate gear.

[Humpback]

I'm going to the market. I shall have a look out for some scrubbing chainmail* and another blanket pin. (Last year there was a man selling tirpods and such like.)
Alan


*copyright Wayland Viking Enterprises

[PJMCBear]

I'll very likely be going on the Sat'day. Just for a nosey.

[Elines]

Once again real life is getting in the way - I am now likely to arrive late afternoon on the Saturday - at least I will be able to practice setting up in the dark and since I can sleep anywhere I may end up in the car - no shame that's me

[eel28]

Would love to come along, but unfortunatly, its looking very doubtful that i'd be able to get any time off work this side of Christmas :(

[decorum]

Would love to come along, but unfortunatly, its looking very doubtful that i'd be able to get any time off work this side of Christmas :(

I've stuck you in on the off chance that you can make it. Real life getting in the way is a common ocurance and we don't count sticking your name dowm as a commitment to coming along :cool: . If, however, you find at the last minute that you can come then your name's already on the list :D .

Meet list:

Wayland
Firecrest
Mesquite
Addo
MartinK9
Sasquatch
PJMcBear +1
Nolightweight
Andy2112 (TBC)
Twodogs
Humpback
Gailainne
eel28 - work permitting

[Elines]

Reinstating myself

Wayland
Firecrest
Mesquite
Addo
MartinK9
Sasquatch
PJMcBear +1
Nolightweight
Andy2112 (TBC)
Twodogs
Humpback
Gailainne
eel28 - work permitting
Elines - arrival late pm Saturday

[Muddy Boots]

Wayland
Firecrest
Mesquite
Addo
MartinK9
Sasquatch
PJMcBear +1
Nolightweight
Andy2112 (TBC)
Twodogs
Humpback
Gailainne
eel28 - work permitting
Elines - arrival late pm Saturday
Muddy Boots

[Andy2112]

Gotta pull out if this one, real life has just got in the way, gutted.:( Not been to RC for ages.


Wayland
Firecrest
Mesquite
Addo
MartinK9
Sasquatch
PJMcBear +1
Nolightweight
Twodogs
Humpback
Gailainne
eel28 - work permitting
Elines - arrival late pm Saturday
Muddy Boots

[Mesquite]

Gotta pull out if this one, real life has just got in the way, gutted.:( Not been to RC for ages.

Bad luck Andy. Hopefully life will be more co-operative for the next meet

[Andy2112]

Bad luck Andy. Hopefully life will be more co-operative for the next meet

cheers Steve, there is a meet at SV the weekend after so not all's lost. RC just has a different flavour thats all and it's been ages since i last got there to see you fellas.:D
Surprise 40th birthday party for my sister in law so i have been ordered to attend, lol.:rolleyes:

[MartinK9]

cheers Steve, there is a meet at SV the weekend after so not all's lost. RC just has a different flavour thats all and it's been ages since i last got there to see you fellas.:D
Surprise 40th birthday party for my sister in law so i have been ordered to attend, lol.:rolleyes:

See you the weekend after mate :D

[woodspirits]

hiya folks,

just wondering if you had room for a newbie at your rc meet? been reading your hugely informative posts and am really enjoying this site

[Twodogs]

Pack your kit and come on down mate ,
Loads of room
Twodogs

[TinkyPete]

I am hoping to get there work permitting, it may only be for the saturday and sunday only, but i will be glad to meet like minded people who are interested in the outdoors, it will be my first bushcraft meet, is there anything in particular i need or should bring? :)

[Wayland]

Sleeping and shelter kit of some kind, food, drink and a health curiosity.

A chair is useful for sitting around the fire at night but not essential

[MartinK9]

Wayland
Firecrest
Mesquite
Addo
MartinK9
Sasquatch
PJMcBear +1
Nolightweight
Twodogs
Humpback
Gailainne
eel28 - work permitting
Elines - arrival late pm Saturday
Muddy Boots
Wood Spirits
TinkyPete work permitting

[Twodogs]

Whats the state of the ground up there at the moment Phil?
Twodogs

[Mesquite]

Whats the state of the ground up there at the moment Phil?
Twodogs

:lmao::lmao: Need you ask after all the rain we've just had.

It'll be boggy on the paths for sure :D

[Twodogs]

LOL...I know, Maybe Phil can get a big sponge out ...
Twodogs

[MartinK9]

LOL...I know, Maybe Phil can get a big sponge out ...
Twodogs

:lmao::lmao:

[Mesquite]

LOL...I know, Maybe Phil can get a big sponge out ...
Twodogs

Only problem is with that is Phil won't be there, he's off for a prance.. opps sorry dance :rolleyes:

He hasn't shared the location of the big sponge with Gary and myself so you better bring your own sponges :D

[decorum]

Whats the state of the ground up there at the moment Phil?
Twodogs

No idea at the mo, I'm about 10 miles away and my eye sight isn't quite that good :p - but I'd say that Steve's about right with:

: Need you ask after all the rain we've just had.

It'll be boggy on the paths for sure :D

From experience - the paths down in the bottom corner will be more than mildly moist. The majority of the ground on PC11, however, 'should' be reasonably ok. The local weather forecast is for more rain this week :Wow: .

If it's remotely likely to rain then I'd advise that folk pitch away from ditches, depressions and to not take advantge of a comfortable bed of moss!



LOL...I know, Maybe Phil can get a big sponge out ...
Twodogs

:lmao: I'm no sponger! :lmao:


Only problem is with that is Phil won't be there, he's off for a prance.. opps sorry dance :rolleyes:

:o Oi! :o Salt and wound, salt and wound :lmao: .


... He hasn't shared the location of the big sponge with Gary and myself so you better bring your own sponges :D

The ground is the sponge - once it becomes saturated the run off and standing water can be quite impressive :yikes: .

[Twodogs]

Martin set me the photos of the great swomp meet ..eck...
Twodogs

[decorum]

..eck...


:lmao: Indeed :lmao: That Meet converted a fair few to the benefits of tree swinging :Wow: - survival instinct kicked in :lmao: .

[Mesquite]

Martin set me the photos of the great swomp meet ..eck...
Twodogs

You mean this one? It was a trifle damp for that meet :rolleyes:

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk151/mesquite_uk/mycamp2.jpg

[Twodogs]

"a trifle damp" ....LOL..........

[addo]

Ahhh its all coming back to me. Water bed in the woods!

[Elines]

My arrival "late pm Saturday" would now be "evening Saturday" with a departure on Sunday morning - so I am calling off - sorry

[Twodogs]

Sorry to hear that mate ,
see you on the next one
Twodogs

[jimbo75]

Wont be able to make this one.. Darn it.

[decorum]

My arrival "late pm Saturday" would now be "evening Saturday" with a departure on Sunday morning - so I am calling off - sorry


Wont be able to make this one.. Darn it.


Not a problem - there'll be more :D .

[PJMCBear]

S'funny really, how much I'm looking forward to this weekend. :lmao:


"a trifle damp" ....LOL..........

[Andy2112]

If it's remotely likely to rain then I'd advise that folk pitch away from ditches, depressions and to not take advantge of a comfortable bed of moss!


Oh yes, tie yourself high up in a tree would be my advise. My moss waterbed was comfy though :eek:.

They are filming the sequel to A River Runs Through It next year.:lmao:

Have a good un folks, pity i can't make this one.:(

[Muddy Boots]

Can't wait for this weekend. It's going to be great to meet up with a few faces off here.

I'm hoping my tent holds up as it is officially getting retired at the end of this year for something a little less leaky.

[woodspirits]

hiya muddy, i think decorum has a point re camping in streams! if your tent is that leaky your quite welcome to borrow a spare hammock, i dont think theres a huge improvement on the horizon.

[Muddy Boots]

hiya muddy, i think decorum has a point re camping in streams! if your tent is that leaky your quite welcome to borrow a spare hammock, i dont think theres a huge improvement on the horizon.

Many thanks Woodspirits that's a really thoughtful offer.

I think the tent should be ok it has survived a couple of years at Santa Pod getting battered and rained on. Last time it was out of the bag was a canoe trip and it seemed ok although it's pretty faded. I've got a tarp I intend to throw up if it looks like it's given up the ghost.

If it leaks it's a good excuse to buy a new un. I've had my eye on a Vango.

Again cheers for the offer though.

As it stands at the moment I am hoping to get there early / mid morning on the saturday.

[woodspirits]

no problem muddy, see you there :)

[firecrest]

dont think Im gonna make this one either :( I cant really get down there.

[PJMCBear]

I can give you a lift if you like, Linz?

[Davey569]

I too am unable to make this one. Ill catch up with you next time guys! :D

[MartinK9]

Not long now:red:

[Mesquite]

Not long now:red:

Nope.... :D can't wait for Friday to get here.

[sasquatch]

Any idea when we can turn up to this one Steve? I've booked the Friday off so I've got nothing but time on my hands, was hoping to sort an internal tripod for the Polski lavvu before it gets dark...

[Mesquite]

Any idea when we can turn up to this one Steve? I've booked the Friday off so I've got nothing but time on my hands, was hoping to sort an internal tripod for the Polski lavvu before it gets dark...

I'm sure Phil will be along to answer this but if I remember rightly the site prefer folks to arrive after 5.

However, there might be a bit of leeway to be a bit earlier as it's dark by then but don't quote me on it

[decorum]

... if I remember rightly the site prefer folks to arrive after 5.

Yup ...




... However, there might be a bit of leeway to be a bit earlier as it's dark by then but don't quote me on it

Again - yup. There's some leeway - there won't be a problem arriving with time to set up in the light ... 3.30 - 4 pm arrivals should be fine

[firecrest]

I can give you a lift if you like, Linz?


Nah I cant leave till work till 3.30 and I cant bring my camping stuff in work so Id be fairly late. thanks for offering though:)

[sasquatch]

Yup ...





Again - yup. There's some leeway - there won't be a problem arriving with time to set up in the light ... 3.30 - 4 pm arrivals should be fine


Cheers guys...

[Twodogs]

Looking forward to this one ,,
dusting off my hammock ,,yer..see you all friday 1930ish
Twodogs

[nickg]

Wont be camping but I will be at the market so say hi if you see me there

Cheers
Nick

[MartinK9]

Looking forward to this one ,,
dusting off my hammock ,,yer..see you all friday 1930ish
Twodogs

I'll have a brew ready for you:)

[sasquatch]

I'm really looking forward to trying the Polish tipi, but the weather report makes me think a hammock as back-up might be wise. Anyone built a Tom Sawyer type raft in the woods before? Might be on the agenda...

[MartinK9]

I'm really looking forward to trying the Polish tipi, but the weather report makes me think a hammock as back-up might be wise. Anyone built a Tom Sawyer type raft in the woods before? Might be on the agenda...

Take both, I am sure you'll be fine in the Polish Tent set-up, the whole place doesn't flood, well, not all of it :D :theyareon

[sasquatch]

I planned on bringing both, thought it would be nice to crawl into a bag on the floor for a change, going to be mulling some cider this time round a la Wayland at the last one...

[MartinK9]

I planned on bringing both, thought it would be nice to crawl into a bag on the floor for a change, going to be mulling some cider this time round a la Wayland at the last one...

That explains it then:D

[Mesquite]

I planned on bringing both, thought it would be nice to crawl into a bag on the floor for a change, going to be mulling some cider this time round a la Wayland at the last one...

Maybe we need to do this in a big pan so we can dip our mugs in when needed http://media2.sweetimsmiley.com/Assorted_gifs/beerhappy.gif

[woodspirits]

hmm, looks like were in for a lively weekend weather wise, heavy rain and gale force winds!... having never been in rough close before, what species and age of trees are we pitching amongst? we could have more firewood on our hands ... (and heads) than we bargained for! :)

[Mesquite]

hmm, looks like were in for a lively weekend weather wise, heavy rain and gale force winds!... having never been in rough close before, what species and age of trees are we pitching amongst? we could have more firewood on our hands ... (and heads) than we bargained for! :)


In the area we'll be using there's well established oak, birch, ash, alder to name a few species and loads of hazel. The age varies from birch that are probably about 20 years plus old to 100 years plus for some of the oaks

As you say the weather forcast (http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/wm/birmingham_forecast_weather.ht ml)looks interesting for sure

[woodspirits]

thanks mesquite, glad you didnt mention beech!.. looking forward to it.

[Twodogs]

Not long now ...........

[Muddy Boots]

Hi guys what is the situation when you get to Rough Camp?

Do you get directed to where everyone is pitching?

I'm thinking of leaving some of the kit I am taking with me in the car. Can you get back to the cars during the day?

Sorry if these are stupid newbie questions.

Cheers.

I'm hoping to get there about mid morning.

[Andy2112]

Hi guys what is the situation when you get to Rough Camp?

Do you get directed to where everyone is pitching?

I'm thinking of leaving some of the kit I am taking with me in the car. Can you get back to the cars during the day?

Sorry if these are stupid newbie questions.

Cheers.

I'm hoping to get there about mid morning.

If you can i would drive down to the cabin, unload all your gear then drive back to the carpark and park up mate. It's a fair tab down with all your gear on your back mate. Yep, you can go back to the car any time you want to.

[Muddy Boots]

If you can i would drive down to the cabin, unload all your gear then drive back to the carpark and park up mate. It's a fair tab down with all your gear on your back mate. Yep, you can go back to the car any time you want to.

Thanks Andy that's great mate.

I was getting my gear together over the last couple of days and lightweight packable gear doesn't seem to exist in my world.

Think I might have to have a re-think on some of the gear I'm taking.

Should be a great weekend.

[Andy2112]

Thanks Andy that's great mate.

I was getting my gear together over the last couple of days and lightweight packable gear doesn't seem to exist in my world.

Think I might have to have a re-think on some of the gear I'm taking.

Should be a great weekend.

No probs mate.

I usually take more gear but keep it in the car, you can always go back for it then. Take all you can, no point in not being comfortable when in the woods, ask the Naughty Corner guys, lol.:D

[Muddy Boots]

You never realise how bulky a kelly kettle is when it comes to packing and carrying it. I always take it canoeing with me so it's not much of an issue.

I think it's the fact that i have got stuff I've collected over the last 12 months and am keen to get it to somewhere I can field test it. I've picked my axe up and put it down 4 times thinking yup not going to use that.

Again thansk for the advice Andy really appreciated matey.

[MartinK9]

You never realise how bulky a kelly kettle is when it comes to packing and carrying it. I always take it canoeing with me so it's not much of an issue.

I think it's the fact that i have got stuff I've collected over the last 12 months and am keen to get it to somewhere I can field test it. I've picked my axe up and put it down 4 times thinking yup not going to use that.

Again thansk for the advice Andy really appreciated matey.

Bring it all - I am:D

Ideal opportunity to test it in the weather conditions we are probably going to get.

I'll have to make 2 or 3 trips to the car - no lightweight camping for me I need my luxuries: chair, 4 x 4.5 communal area tarp etc..... too old to rough it any more :lmao::lmao:

[Muddy Boots]

Bring it all - I am:D

Ideal opportunity to test it in the weather conditions we are probably going to get.

I'll have to make 2 or 3 trips to the car - no lightweight camping for me I need my luxuries: chair, 4 x 4.5 communal area tarp etc..... too old to rough it any more :lmao::lmao:

And with that I feel much happier now.

Great stuff.

See you saturday morning.

[Andy2112]

You never realise how bulky a kelly kettle is when it comes to packing and carrying it. I always take it canoeing with me so it's not much of an issue.

I think it's the fact that i have got stuff I've collected over the last 12 months and am keen to get it to somewhere I can field test it. I've picked my axe up and put it down 4 times thinking yup not going to use that.

Again thansk for the advice Andy really appreciated matey.

No worries mate. Glad i could be of some help. Canoeing eh ? always fancied having a go.:rolleyes::D Haev a good meet, it's nice at RC. We shall meet one day !!!

[Muddy Boots]

No worries mate. Glad i could be of some help. Canoeing eh ? always fancied having a go.:rolleyes::D Haev a good meet, it's nice at RC. We shall meet one day !!!

It was the canoeing that got me into the bushcraft to be honest.

I needed a hobby to get into while Mrs Boots was out drag racing.

Canoeing is awesome if you have never given it a try it's certainly worth a go.

A paddle down the Wye with a couple of mates followed by a camp out just makes for a great weekend.

I'm pretty sure canoes to hire down that way are fairly reasonable and it's one of those things that if you do it once nad enjoy it your hooked.

[Bootstrap Bob]

A paddle down the Wye with a couple of mates followed by a camp out just makes for a great weekend.

I'm pretty sure canoes to hire down that way are fairly reasonable and it's one of those things that if you do it once nad enjoy it your hooked.

I can vouch for that, I have a trip on the Wye planned for Spring next year:D
This year's trip was the Great Glen (again) and was quite an adventure due to some serious weather. Check out SOTP if you wan to read about it.

Anyhow, I'm probably not going to get to the meet again:red: due to visitors but we may go to the Re-enactment market.
I have had a look at the site but was wondering if anyone knows whether there will be stalls there that will be selling leather? I fancy making some belts and sheaths.

[woodspirits]

hiya bootstrap, it looks like page 4 is showing 'lyons leathers' selling it off the roll with loads of choice.

just came back from rough close, never been there and it wasnt too far away, what a cracking little wood ! :) had a gander around pc11, bit sticky here and there but generally well drained, looking forward to meeting you guys

[Twodogs]

Good stuff , almost packed ..
Twodogs

[addo]

Good stuff , almost packed ..
Twodogs

Well my stove is'nt ready yet and with the rain planned I think i'll bring light modern kit for a change and kip in the hammock.

See you tomorrow afternoon.

[decorum]

Please guys, don't assume that driving down will be ok - if the gate at the car park is closed, the crew are working in the lane etc you'll need to walk kit down to the pitch.
If you are able to drive down, you will need to check that there are parking spaces at the Guild Field prior to driving down and if there are people using the Guild Field or its cabin you'll need to check with them that it's ok to park up while you shift stuff over to the pitch.





... Hi guys what is the situation when you get to Rough Camp?

Do you get directed to where everyone is pitching?

I'm thinking of leaving some of the kit I am taking with me in the car. Can you get back to the cars during the day?



Site map (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/p_Site_Map.ikml) and Grey scale map (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/attachments/GreyscaleRC.pdf)

We’re booked onto PC11 – our usual spot.

There's no problem going back and forth to your car.



... I'm hoping to get there about mid morning...

If you're arriving at the site tomorrow (Friday), I refer you to post #67 (below)


...there won't be a problem arriving with time to set up in the light ... 3.30 - 4 pm arrivals should be fine




... wondering if anyone knows whether there will be stalls there that will be selling leather? I fancy making some belts and sheaths.


There are (usually) a few stalls which sell leather and/or leather crafting supplies. The widest selection of leathers is usually in the annex hall (the building closest to the car park) somewhere along the left wall.

[Humpback]

I'm afraid I won't be able to make this meet due to family commitments, but I do hope to find time to visit the fair. Have a good time.
Alan

[decorum]

I'm afraid I won't be able to make this meet due

Thanks for letting us know - it's appreciated.

List modified - hopefully I haven't omitted anyone.

Meet list:

Wayland
Mesquite
Addo
MartinK9
Sasquatch
PJMcBear +1
Nolightweight
Twodogs
Gailainne
eel28 (work permitting)
Muddy Boots
Wood Spirits
TinkyPete (work permitting)

[MartinK9]

Off for a slow drive down to RC and a fat boys breakfast in Sainsbury's :D

See you all there ( after 1530 :naughty: )

[Davey569]

So just a small breakfast for you then martin? :D

[Muddy Boots]

Safe journey to the guys heading down tonight.

Catch you tomorrow all my gear is now sorted so will be heading down after breakfast.

Save me a dry spot.

[TinkyPete]

I will definately be able to make it now, work has been kind to me :)

What time is best to meet up with you all ojn saturday?

I would like to go see the market as i would like to learn leather crafting as i have an old knife which i would love a decent sheath for to do it justice as the original is showing its age. (from what i know its over 60 years old).

[PeterH]

Depending on how Scouts/Explorers goes tonight/tomorrow but Chris and I may pop up to RC for an overnight again.

Peter

[addo]

Cheers folks for a cracking meet. Survived thr trip home, guess your all still under Martins tarp "roughing it".

The roast lamb dinner was mighty and fine. Im sorry the cobber didn't rise as planned but your gentlemen for forcing it down. Think i'll have to buy a small dutch oven now as that is the way to cook when a vehical isn't too far away.

Kicking myself for not going to the market, as the forged items seemed very interesting.

Got a car load of hazel to finish my wattle hurdle style log store, so cheers for that, and see you all again soon I hope. Im going to try to make the Brass Monkeys meet as its been a while since I was up there.

Cliff, the new kit is rearly spot on, thanks for bringing it down.

All the best, Addo.

[Twodogs]

Addo No problem mate ,
Phil cheers for setting it up , fantastic weekend , loads of rain , loads of food , loads of laughs ,
Im gagging for the next one ?

Twodogs

[Mesquite]

Just got back and got the tarp out drying at the moment. Hopefully it won't rain til it's dry :rolleyes:.

Had a great time despite the rain, great company, great location and TORM was an added bonus. I can't wait for the next one :D

[nolightweight]

Another great meet. When is the next one?

Good to spend time with old friends and new ones.

Cracking food and cracking laughs around the fire

Cheers gents; you know who you are.

Happy days.

[MartinK9]

Phil, thanks for setting this meet up and Gary and Steve for keeping us in order, sometimes that was as difficult as a space docking Manoeuvre.

Pictures to follow

[MartinK9]

As Promised, some photos from the weekend:

Dry wood shipped in - Thanks Cliff:

http://img145.imageshack.us/img145/9809/addoandcliff.jpg

Communal area:

http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/6613/communalareamysetup002.jpg

Saturday's Dinner:

http://img504.imageshack.us/img504/1898/saturdaysdinner001.jpg

Warming the Dutch Ovens:

http://img171.imageshack.us/img171/6226/saturdaysdinner001a.jpg

Full Lamb Roast - Prep:

http://img256.imageshack.us/img256/7034/saturdaysdinner002.jpg

http://img171.imageshack.us/img171/4177/saturdaysdinner003.jpg

http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/584/saturdaysdinner005.jpg

Stoking the Ovens:

http://img52.imageshack.us/img52/1131/saturdaysdinner007.jpg

And relax:

http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/7114/saturdaysdinner010.jpg

[MartinK9]

Finished Main Course:

http://img52.imageshack.us/img52/9161/saturdaysdinner014.jpg

Pudding - Peach Cobbler - Thanks Addo for the recipe.

http://img410.imageshack.us/img410/8128/007peachcobblerpour.jpg

http://img412.imageshack.us/img412/7459/009peachcobblerdone.jpg

Low fat Custard to top:eek:

http://img688.imageshack.us/img688/1527/010peachcobblercoverwit.jpg

Around the fire - many a tale told:

http://img72.imageshack.us/img72/1294/aroundthefirey.jpg

http://img697.imageshack.us/img697/9813/aroundthefire4.jpg

Cliff's Cafe Sunday Morning:

http://img52.imageshack.us/img52/6961/cliffscafe001.jpg

Final scattering of cooled dampened ashes before leaving:

http://img256.imageshack.us/img256/8218/scatteringashes002.jpg

[MartinK9]

Double post....

[firecrest]

Stop saying how good it was!!!! :*(

[Twodogs]

Nice one Martin , it was a grand weekend .
Twodogs

[MartinK9]

Stop saying how good it was!!!! :*(

It was terrible, you didn't miss a thing :D

[Mesquite]

Stop saying how good it was!!!! :*(

Oh, did we say it was good?

When it was chucking it down I got a text from a certain person who wasn't able to attend :rolleyes: They sent me a pic of them dunking a biscuit in their tea. The pic was titled Dunking biscuit in tea in a nice warm dry room hahahaha' :D

[Barn Owl]

Glad to see you all had a good one :).

[MartinK9]

Glad to see you all had a good one :).

Cheers Barn Owl - it was Good :lmao::lmao::lmao:

[addo]

Nice one Martin. Bet Cliffs Cafe was a welcome site after all that weather!

[decorum]

Good to know you guys had a good 'un :D . I'll do better in ensuring that I don't get double booked for the next one :o .

Special thanks to Wayland and Mesquite for making sure the w/e could go ahead :You_Rock_ .

[MartinK9]

Good to know you guys had a good 'un :D . I'll do better in ensuring that I don't get double booked for the next one :o .

Special thanks to Wayland and Mesquite for making sure the w/e could go ahead :You_Rock_ .

So how did the Strictly Come Dancing go?:D

[MartinK9]

Nice one Martin. Bet Cliffs Cafe was a welcome site after all that weather!

To be honest, the weather wasn't a problem at all, the fire kept us all warm and the weather held off long enough for me to pack all my kit away before the skies opened again.

Mind you, never turn down a bacon and sausage butty:lmao::lmao:

[decorum]

So how did the Strictly Come Dancing go?:D


About as much fun as you'd expect :lmao: .


The bushcrafting, although sparce, was extreme :D . The wind was such that the tide didn't really go out :yikes: .

[sasquatch]

Thanks to Phil for sorting this, and to Mesquite and Wayland for seeing it through in Phil's absence! I've never seen so much food, drink and hospitality under one tarp, thanks to Martin, Cliff and Neil. It was great to see the usual suspects and meet the new soon to be usuals! I can't wait for the next one, it'll go down better than a hot pocket in Milwaukee for sure... Sorry to twock the roof for your wood shed Addo, I've brought it home for use in the lavvu, I had no idea at the time! Thanks for the smock as well, it'll go a treat with my jedi jacket this winter. After this meet I definately owe you one! Cheers fellas, thanks to you lot I didn't even notice it rained this weekend!

[TinkyPete]

Thanks one and all for a great weekend as a newbie I learnt so much, no lightweight from now on!! :)

I now the difference between bushcraft and survival. Bushcraft is living with nature comfortably :)

Thanks to you all, great to meet some new good friends

[Muddy Boots]

It's difficult in one post to say just how much I enjoyed my first Bushcraft weekend. Some of the new skills I have learnt and the new skills and techniques I look foreward to trying. I think probably one of the most important things I bought back from the weekend was the knowledge of what a great bunch of guys I met.

Honestly I had an awesome weekend and can't wait for the next get together.

Again many thanks to all involved in organizing this and special thanks to the guys that found me a space round the fire saturday night.

[MartinK9]

It's difficult in one post to say just how much I enjoyed my first Bushcraft weekend. Some of the new skills I have learnt and the new skills and techniques I look foreward to trying. I think probably one of the most important things I bought back from the weekend was the knowledge of what a great bunch of guys I met.

Honestly I had an awesome weekend and can't wait for the next get together.

Again many thanks to all involved in organizing this and special thanks to the guys that found me a space round the fire saturday night.


What Meet did you go to?:D:D

[Muddy Boots]

What Meet did you go to?:D:D

I thought it was with you guys but then again looking back now I think the fact everyone was wearing neckerchiefs and woggles may suggest I woke up in a scout camp.

Mental note to self always remember where you park your tent!

[MartinK9]

I thought it was with you guys but then again looking back now I think the fact everyone was wearing neckerchiefs and woggles may suggest I woke up in a scout camp.

Mental note to self always remember where you park your tent!

Cyalume glow sticks at Rough Close:lmao:

[Mesquite]

Mental note to self always remember where you park your tent!

If you have difficulty remembering where you have pitched up I suggest you try this (http://www.candacedwan.com/jelly/data/photograph/image/Maximum_Width=1000,Maximum_Hei ght=322/6758.jpg) :D

[sasquatch]

If you have difficulty remembering where you have pitched up I suggest you try this (http://www.candacedwan.com/jelly/data/photograph/image/Maximum_Width=1000,Maximum_Hei ght=322/6758.jpg) :D

Neil could have used a bootlace for his lavvu finder!!!

[Muddy Boots]

If you have difficulty remembering where you have pitched up I suggest you try this (http://www.candacedwan.com/jelly/data/photograph/image/Maximum_Width=1000,Maximum_Hei ght=322/6758.jpg) :D


or this:

http://i361.photobucket.com/albums/oo60/m1onkeyman1231313/trebuchet.jpg

Although a clear launch back to my pitch from the group camp might need to be an option.

Would save going back in the morning to collect my chair though.

I'm pretty sure we could whistle one of these up no bother.

[woodspirits]

had a great time at the weekend and met some smashing blokes, listening to the rain saturday night made my hammock all the more cozy, dont know about that blinkin fox screechin around me half the night though :) once again fellas, thanks for the invite, till next time....

[firecrest]

Oh, did we say it was good?

When it was chucking it down I got a text from a certain person who wasn't able to attend :rolleyes: They sent me a pic of them dunking a biscuit in their tea. The pic was titled Dunking biscuit in tea in a nice warm dry room hahahaha' :D


Ive no idea who would do something like that. shame on them. I suggest you buy more things off them to teach them a lesson!

[Muddy Boots]

Cyalume glow sticks

I totally forgot about these till I found one I was given it in my kit bag the next day.

I wasn't sure who had a few to sell: any ideas as I would love to get hold of a few.

Any chance of a PM?

It was fantastic I just wish i had left it outside my tent earlier.

[Mesquite]

PJMcBear had a few to sell. You can pick them up off of ebay without any trouble

[Muddy Boots]

PJMcBear had a few to sell. You can pick them up off of ebay without any trouble

Awesome many thanks.

[TinkyPete]

I also have a few can get red green or blue. red and green are 12 hour and blue are 8 hour ones

[Muddy Boots]

Thought I would just add this as I found one of only two photo's I took at the weekend.

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m187/muddyboots_2006/bushraft004.jpg

[Davey569]

Nice set up there Muddy Boots. Whats that your using as a fire box? :)

[woodspirits]

hiya muddy, managed a pic myself... despite the rain!
http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy259/redfox-/044.jpg

[MartinK9]

Fantastic Picture:D

[Twodogs]

Nice one mate you look at one with the world there ..
Twodogs

[Mesquite]

Great picture WS. Thanks for sharing it :)

For some reason I never got my camera out for this meet :o

[Muddy Boots]

Nice set up there Muddy Boots. Whats that your using as a fire box? :)


This is it

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m187/muddyboots_2006/bushcraft019.jpg

few more photos here

http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?p=604353#post60 4353

[woodspirits]

thanks for your comments fellas, good obs twodogs, i think we all have moments like that... it just feels right :)

[Muddy Boots]

Nice one Woodspirits looks like you managed a get a better fire going than me.

It really rained that weekend.

Wayland showed this great idea to collect rain water off my hammock and in the space of about 20 minutes it had filled a 2 litre water bottle.

The bushcraft cup hanger looks like it did the job a treat.

[woodspirits]

hiya muddy, yes its often the simple things that do the job best, just wish i had more outdoor time!. theres masses of usefull info on these forums, great site.