View Full Version : Midlands January 2010 Meet.
Meet dates: 15 - 16 - 17 January 2010 - 16:00hrs Friday evening to Sunday mid-afternoon.
We're booked, as per usual, onto pitch 11 (please refer to site map link below).
Location is Rough Close (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/p_Home.ikml). 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.
The price (per person per night) is still listed on the website is £4. The price is set to rise in 2010 (I assume on the first of January :confused: ) to £4.40 . Please bring some change - it makes my life easier if I don't have to bring kilos of coins to a Meet.
Important:
Please do not assume that you can drive down to the Wheatley (aka Guild) Field to drop kit off. Please walk down and check to see if anyone is using the cabin or field FIRST. The parking area by the Cabin is for the use of those using the Cabin and/or adjoining field - we get more ease of access with their agreement. Vehicles need to parked in the Campers Car Park next to the archery area.
Providing that it/they're dropped and left tidy, we have permission to go into an area* to harvest materials - natural shelters etc.
* It's a specific area that requires trimming on the basis of safety and site maintenance ~ and it (almost) backs onto pitch 11 .
All BcUK members are welcome at Meets - each member is responsible for themselves and their own actions. If you bring a non-member with you then you need to be willing to take responsibility for them (and their actions).
Please remember to respect other users of the site.
Any member who is under 18 must have a parent/legal guardian in attendance.
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 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 ...
It's not a problem if you'd like to come along but aren't able to do both nights.
N.B.
This is, in no way, a bushcraft course and it's for you to make of it what you will.
Mesquite
12-12-2009, 23:41
Nice one Phil :)
Meet list:
decorum
Mesquite
jdlenton
13-12-2009, 00:05
looks like i might make this one so i'll put my name down
Meet list:
Decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Meet list:
Decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Looking forward to it
nolightweight
13-12-2009, 02:05
Good timing Phil
Meet list:
Decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
Happy days.
firecrest
13-12-2009, 02:28
Might do, Ill check with work.
MartinK9
13-12-2009, 02:37
Cheers Phil :)
Meet list:
Decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
MartinK9
Cheers Phil
Meet list:
Decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
MartinK9
Twodogs
Good timing ...
:mexwave:
I'll endeavour to not allow someone else to double book me for this one :o :lmao: .
Meet list:
decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
MartinK9
Twodogs
Firecrest - work allowing
decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
MartinK9
Twodogs
Firecrest - work allowing
Bodge + some
sasquatch
13-12-2009, 14:51
decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
MartinK9
Twodogs
Firecrest - work allowing
Bodge + some
Sasquatch
Can't wait for this! I love winter camps, just a shame it's dark so early! Be a good one though no doubt...
Mesquite
13-12-2009, 15:01
At the last meet there was talk of having a gourmet theme for the next meet.
Shall we go for it? I'm happy doing a chilli for folks. I won't make it too hot though Lindsey might disagree with that http://www.freefever.com/animatedgifs/animated/smileys14.gif :bigggrin:
MartinK9
13-12-2009, 16:08
At the last meet there was talk of having a gourmet theme for the next meet.
Shall we go for it? I'm happy doing a chilli for folks. I won't make it too hot though Lindsey might disagree with that http://www.freefever.com/animatedgifs/animated/smileys14.gif :bigggrin:
Sounds like a plan Steve, I'll bring my DO again :)
nolightweight
13-12-2009, 20:22
Sounds like a plan. Chef's hats on folks.
Not too hot though...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jc_UCc8EQcQ
Count us in... Just got to check rota in new year at work?
decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
MartinK9
Twodogs
Firecrest - work allowing
Bodge + some
Sasquatch
jimbo75 + Guest
Davey569
13-12-2009, 21:07
Ill be there :)
decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
MartinK9
Twodogs
Firecrest - work allowing
Bodge + some
Sasquatch
jimbo75 + Guest
Davey569
sasquatch
13-12-2009, 21:24
At the last meet there was talk of having a gourmet theme for the next meet.
Shall we go for it? I'm happy doing a chilli for folks. I won't make it too hot though Lindsey might disagree with that http://www.freefever.com/animatedgifs/animated/smileys14.gif :bigggrin:
About all I can bring to the table is some jalapeno corn bread, I noticed Hugh Fearnley did a batch on the last river cottage series, mine tends to rise a bit more than his but looks very similar. Tastes nice and sticks to the ribs in winter. Only problem is I don't own any dutch ovens or anything useful for cooking in volume! I'll see what I can rustle up if anybody fancys some...
MartinK9
13-12-2009, 21:29
About all I can bring to the table is some jalapeno corn bread, I noticed Hugh Fearnley did a batch on the last river cottage series, mine tends to rise a bit more than his but looks very similar. Tastes nice and sticks to the ribs in winter. Only problem is I don't own any dutch ovens or anything useful for cooking in volume! I'll see what I can rustle up if anybody fancys some...
Sounds great. Bring along the ingredients, there'll be enough DO's to cook it on site ;)
Mesquite
13-12-2009, 21:49
Only problem is I don't own any dutch ovens or anything useful for cooking in volume! I'll see what I can rustle up if anybody fancys some...
I'll be bringing mine as well and can rustle up a stockpot or two as well. As for your own DO Chad, maybe a subtle hint or two to Santa might bring a suprise at Christmas http://forums.snapstream.com/vb/images/smilies/santa_smiley.gif
Be rude not to :)
decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
MartinK9
Twodogs
Firecrest - work allowing
Bodge + some
Sasquatch
jimbo75 + Guest
Davey569
Addo
At the last meet there was talk of having a gourmet theme for the next meet.
Shall we go for it? I'm happy doing a chilli for folks. I won't make it too hot though Lindsey might disagree with that http://www.freefever.com/animatedgifs/animated/smileys14.gif :bigggrin:
Arrrrgh!! remember the floods which followed such gourmet plans at the 'wet meet'?:mexwave:
Mesquite
14-12-2009, 00:08
Arrrrgh!! remember the floods which followed such gourmet plans at the 'wet meet'?:mexwave:
:lmao::lmao::lmao: I do indeed remember it well.... but you've got to go for these things.
Andy2112
14-12-2009, 11:51
I'm bringing a boat to sleep in after the last winter meet:mexwave:
decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
MartinK9
Twodogs
Firecrest - work allowing
Bodge + some
Sasquatch
jimbo75 + Guest
Davey569
Addo
Andy2112
decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
MartinK9
Twodogs
Firecrest - work allowing
Bodge + some
Sasquatch
jimbo75 + Guest
Davey569
Addo
Andy2112
Tank
Muddy Boots
14-12-2009, 14:21
Bugger I can't make that weekend.
Have a great time guys.
Having chated to Andy we have decided to do a classic Midlands winter dish,
Beef and mushroom curry , fresh nans , chapatis and rice ,followed by Addos peach cobler with low fat custard.
Twodogs
MartinK9
14-12-2009, 16:03
So :
Mesquite - Chilli
Sasquatch - jalapeno corn bread
Twodogs - Beef and mushroom curry, nans,chapatis and rice
Andy2112 -Peach cobbler with low fat custard.
That's the scoff sorted then:lmao:
Andy2112
14-12-2009, 16:07
So :
Mesquite - Chilli
Sasquatch - jalapeno corn bread
Towdogs - Beef and mushroom curry, nans,chapatis and rice
Andy2112 -Peach cobbler with low fat custard.
That's the scoff sorted then:lmao:
Lol don't know how to do the cobbler matey:confused: Know how to eat it though, lol:rolleyes:
Low fat custard my backside, it's gotta be full fat or nowt, lol.:lmao::lmao:
MartinK9
14-12-2009, 16:10
Lol don't know how to do the cobbler matey:confused: Know how to eat it though, lol:rolleyes:
Low fat custard my backside, it's gotta be full fat or nowt, lol.:lmao::lmao:
I just put your name down as Cliff mentioned it, we'll all help out in the wood collecting, prep,cooking and scoffing :)
nolightweight
14-12-2009, 16:14
Just to tidy up...
Mesquite - Chilli
Sasquatch - jalapeno corn bread
Twodogs - Beef and mushroom curry, nans,chapatis and rice
Addo -Peach cobbler with full fat custard (is that ok Addo?)
NLW - I'll come up with something...
Full fat will just take it over the edge ....lol
Twodogs
Andy2112
14-12-2009, 17:14
Full fat will just take it over the edge ....lol
Twodogs
Never !!!!!:eek: :eek:
Cornish Clotted cream, it's the future, lol :bigok:
MartinK9
14-12-2009, 17:16
Never !!!!!:eek: :eek:
Cornish Clotted cream, it's the future, lol :bigok:
Now we're talking:lmao::lmao:
Edit: Remember we're not there to eat good food, have a drink and laugh around the fire; we are there to do bushcrafty things:mexwave:
Andy2112
14-12-2009, 17:27
Now we're talking:lmao::lmao:
Edit: Remember we're not there to eat good food, have a drink and laugh around the fire; we are there to do bushcrafty things:mexwave:
Lol and for heavens sake don't sing or bring along a musical instrument, lol:rolleyes:
sasquatch
14-12-2009, 17:34
Lol and for heavens sake don't sing or bring along a musical instrument, lol:rolleyes:
Does that mean I should leave my 4000 watt Marshal stack at home then?
Andy2112
14-12-2009, 17:35
Does that mean I should leave my 4000 watt Marshal stack at home then?
Only if it doesn't got up to 11, lol
Muddy Boots
15-12-2009, 09:49
decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
MartinK9
Twodogs
Firecrest - work allowing
Bodge + some
Sasquatch
jimbo75 + Guest
Davey569
Addo
Andy2112
Tank
Muddy Boots
Going to provisionally add myself to the list here but will have to play it by ear. Would be great to meet up again. I might be able to get one night out.
Just to tidy up...
Mesquite - Chilli
Sasquatch - jalapeno corn bread
Twodogs - Beef and mushroom curry, nans,chapatis and rice
Addo -Peach cobbler with full fat custard (is that ok Addo?)
NLW - I'll come up with something...
Aye thats fine matey, I'll bring some full fat for andy!
Communal menu:
Mesquite - Chilli
Sasquatch - jalapeno corn bread
Twodogs - Beef and mushroom curry, naans,chapatis and rice
Addo -Peach cobbler with full fat custard (is that ok Addo?)
NLW - I'll come up with something...
It might be a good idea if those who are listed above get their heads together so that no one is left out of pocket (It's happened before :() .
A quick note for those new to Meets and/or communal menus.
Those who want to enjoy the benefits of the communal menu need to pay their way. The cost of the food is not included in the camping fees.
Meet list:
decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
MartinK9
Twodogs
Firecrest - work allowing
Bodge + some
Sasquatch
jimbo75 + Guest
Davey569
Addo
Andy2112
Tank
Muddy Boots - to confirm closer to the date
Bernie & Max
Elines - to confirm closer to the date
It's highly probable the I'll have my Swedish snow smock* up for sale/trade at the Meet.
* dyed olive, button front, 'cavernous' pockets, hood fits over the average leather bush hat.
MartinK9
19-12-2009, 18:18
It's highly probable the I'll have my Swedish snow smock* up for sale/trade at the Meet.
* dyed olive, button front, 'cavernous' pockets, hood fits over the average leather bush hat.
Don't forget some of the other stuff you've been making :D
firecrest
19-12-2009, 18:18
Not sound ungrateful but isnt anybody doing anything NOT spicy? We've got chilli, curry and jalapeno bread!
MartinK9
19-12-2009, 18:24
Not sound ungrateful but isnt anybody doing anything NOT spicy? We've got chilli, curry and jalapeno bread!
Nope :naughty:
Seriously though Lindsey, someone else may want to cook something less spicy, there's still time to volunteer...
Don't forget some of the other stuff you've been making :D
I might just do that :D .
firecrest
19-12-2009, 21:25
Nope :naughty:
Seriously though Lindsey, someone else may want to cook something less spicy, there's still time to volunteer...
Ive no cooking pots! anyway I CBA
MartinK9
19-12-2009, 21:46
Ive no cooking pots! anyway I CBA
OK, but you could of used my Dutch Oven if you wanted too. :)
firecrest
20-12-2009, 00:01
Dont blow my excuse!
Mesquite
20-12-2009, 18:39
Not sound ungrateful but isnt anybody doing anything NOT spicy? We've got chilli, curry and jalapeno bread!
Hadn't thought of the folks with uninsulated mouths :D
As there's a curry on the menu I'll do a beef stew instead. I can always do a chilli another meet :)
WolfCrafter
21-12-2009, 16:47
Meet list:
decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
MartinK9
Twodogs
Firecrest - work allowing
Bodge + some
Sasquatch
jimbo75 + Guest
Davey569
Addo
Andy2112
Tank
Muddy Boots - to confirm closer to the date
Bernie & Max
Elines - to confirm closer to the date
WolfCrafter
:christmas2:
Davey569
21-12-2009, 18:40
Not sound ungrateful but isnt anybody doing anything NOT spicy? We've got chilli, curry and jalapeno bread!
Im not into spice either lindz, so Ill be doing myself a ham hock :D
firecrest
22-12-2009, 00:23
you dont have to change on account of me Steve!
Andy2112
22-12-2009, 15:39
Ive no cooking pots! anyway I CBA
Coming to a meet in the middle of winter without anything to cook in is asking for trouble Lindz imo. Are you seriously not going to bring anything ? Utter foolishness if you ask me. :(
firecrest
23-12-2009, 00:35
I have me camp set for warming me noodles in! I just dont drag all the cast iron with me.
Andy2112
23-12-2009, 20:31
I have me camp set for warming me noodles in! I just dont drag all the cast iron with me.
You had me worried for a bit, i thought you'd just turn up with nothing to cook on and with the weather the way it is, OMG:eek: Nice one Lindz.:lmao:
I have me camp set for warming me noodles in! I just dont drag all the cast iron with me.
A quality camp set I bet :rolleyes: Big enough to fill with all the spare grub going around. If ya not into spice fill up on my cake :D
:christmas1:
Wallenstein
27-12-2009, 20:02
Hope to pop along to this one during the day on Saturday.
If anyone's feeling pedagogic I'd really appreciate some tips on tying a ridgeline for a tarp - I've been working on my Evenk hitch which seems to be OK for one end, but I'm struggling to tie of t'other end while keeping the tension on the ridgeline... if anyone's mastered Cobweb's powercinch I'd love a demo, or any other solutions :)
Meet list:
decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
MartinK9
Twodogs
Firecrest - work allowing
Bodge + some
Sasquatch
jimbo75 + Guest
Davey569
Addo
Andy2112
Tank
Muddy Boots - to confirm closer to the date
Bernie & Max
Elines - to confirm closer to the date
Wallenstein - daytime on Sat
WolfCrafter
sasquatch
27-12-2009, 20:49
[QUOTE=Wallenstein;617155]Hope to pop along to this one during the day on Saturday.
If anyone's feeling pedagogic I'd really appreciate some tips on tying a ridgeline for a tarp - I've been working on my Evenk hitch which seems to be OK for one end, but I'm struggling to tie of t'other end while keeping the tension on the ridgeline... if anyone's mastered Cobweb's powercinch I'd love a demo, or any other solutions :)
There will be plenty of people about to show you different ways to tie knots, Martin uses the easiest I've seen to finish a ridgeline...just ask and ye shall recieve more knowledge than you can take home with you! See you there mate.
Mesquite
27-12-2009, 22:09
If anyone's feeling pedagogic I'd really appreciate some tips on tying a ridgeline for a tarp - I've been working on my Evenk hitch which seems to be OK for one end, but I'm struggling to tie of t'other end while keeping the tension on the ridgeline... if anyone's mastered Cobweb's powercinch I'd love a demo, or any other solutions :)
I've got a very easy way to get really good tension on the ridge line that I'm happy to show you :)
sasquatch
28-12-2009, 01:50
Hello all. I know this is cheeky but there's a link to an axe at Argos on for £2.99, none in stock anywhere in my area. Address here;
http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/7001545.htm
I'm desperate for one of these, if anyone is already planning on getting one and they have an extra in stock could you please grab me one! If you can get an extra one and bring it to the meet for me I'd really appreciate it as this is about all I can afford at the minute...I'd be happy to throw in something bushcrafty as well as the £2.99 in return if anyone is getting one! Thanks in advance to anyone that can source one, no worries if not though! I feel a right toerag for asking but it's worth a shot.
Cheers, Chad
non in stock in any of my local branchs seems to be a mail order only item?
Twodogs
MartinK9
28-12-2009, 12:28
Same for my Local Argos - delivery only , none held in stock - Sorry Chad
Mesquite
28-12-2009, 12:32
Same here Chad, no stocks in any Argos shop round my way.
sasquatch
28-12-2009, 12:58
No worries, thanks for looking guys! I suppose even with the delivery charge of £5.98 it's still a bargain. I might just do that and get 2 to make it worth while. One for splitting and one for carving with a few licks on the bevels... That's typical of Argos though, advertise stock at rock bottom prices when they haven't got any in the shops!
Mesquite
28-12-2009, 13:28
No worries, thanks for looking guys! I suppose even with the delivery charge of £5.98 it's still a bargain. I might just do that and get 2 to make it worth while. One for splitting and one for carving with a few licks on the bevels... That's typical of Argos though, advertise stock at rock bottom prices when they haven't got any in the shops!
Group buy?
sasquatch
28-12-2009, 15:06
I literally have no money in my account, I'm hoping to get paid tomorrow so I can eat again! Once I have been paid I'll put an order in so if anyone wants one let me know as soon as you can...I hope to order tomorrow, if not it'll be Wednesday.
Ok if I tag along? I haven't had much (any) bushcraft experience since my long distant scouting days, but would like to see what's involved before I shell out £500+ on course.
Marty
Marty , come along mate , its not a course but it will get you back into it a bit .
Twodogs
MartinK9
02-01-2010, 19:24
Not long now :camping::mexwave:
Ok if I tag along?
I've added you to the list.
Meet list:
decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
MartinK9
Twodogs
Firecrest - work allowing
Bodge + some
Sasquatch
jimbo75 + Guest
Davey569
Addo
Andy2112
Tank
Muddy Boots - to confirm closer to the date
Bernie & Max
Elines - to confirm closer to the date
Wallenstein - daytime on Sat
WolfCrafter
Dolphin
If your Troop/District/County was actively scouting you should do fine - it's amazing just how quickly old skills can come back :D .
Oh, and make sure you have a half decent torch on you long before it starts to get dark - I really should remember to stick that snippet of info in the initial post :rofl: .
Not long now :camping::mexwave:
Yay!
I've added you to the list.
If your Troop/District/County was actively scouting you should do fine - it's amazing just how quickly old skills can come back :D .
Dancer, though my scouting days were about 18years ago!
Anything particular I need to bring along kitwise (i'm bound to forget something anyway), and is food individual or communal mess?
Marty
Mesquite
02-01-2010, 20:29
Anything particular I need to bring along kitwise (i'm bound to forget something anyway), and is food individual or communal mess?
Kit wise a shelter of some sort (tarp & bivi bag, hammock and tarp or tent) sleeping bag. A decent torch as it does get dark at RC and some folks have been known to have got lost :rolleyes: as they walk back to their pitch. Something to mark your pitch in the night is good, some folks use these (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/100-X-6-GLOW-STICKS-FOIL-WRAPPED-CORDS-FESTIVALS_W0QQitemZ12046296945 2QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_WSJL_Wh olesale_GL?hash=item1c0c270a6c )
For extra comfort a folding chair is very handy for sitting round the fire at night. An essential is warming juices :rolleyes: to help the time round the fire even smoother :D
As for food there's going to be a communal cooking mainly for the saturday menu so far
Communal menu:
Mesquite - Chilli
Sasquatch - jalapeno corn bread
Twodogs - Beef and mushroom curry, naans,chapatis and rice
Addo -Peach cobbler with full fat custard (is that ok Addo?)
NLW - I'll come up with something...
It might be a good idea if those who are listed above get their heads together so that no one is left out of pocket (It's happened before :() .
A quick note for those new to Meets and/or communal menus.
Those who want to enjoy the benefits of the communal menu need to pay their way. The cost of the food is not included in the camping fees.
But if you don't fancy the communal then just do your own thing.. no one will mind at all :)
As for forgetting something don't worry, a lot of us bring extra/spare kit so we ought to be able to help you out. Equally if you don't have something do shout and no doubt someone will lend you that bit :)
... though my scouting days were about 18years ago!
You'll suprise yourself :cool: . You'll (probably*) remember things that you haven't thought about for a couple of decades - bushcraft and scout campcraft have a lot in common.
* hedging my bets here :lmao: .
... Anything particular I need to bring along kitwise (i'm bound to forget something anyway)
Mesquite's pretty much covered the kit side - one stumbling block that many befall is not having enough insulation; by day as well as over night.
Away from the communal fire you'll either need some sort of stove or, alternatively, a set up that keeps a wood fire off of the ground.
Just sticking it all together and adding a Trades/sales list at the bottom.
Meet list:
decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
MartinK9
Twodogs
Firecrest - work allowing
Bodge + some
Sasquatch
jimbo75 + Guest
Davey569
Addo
Andy2112
Tank
Muddy Boots - to confirm closer to the date
Bernie & Max
Elines - to confirm closer to the date
Wallenstein - daytime on Sat
WolfCrafter
Dolphin
Communal menu:
Mesquite - Chilli
Sasquatch - jalapeno corn bread
Twodogs - Beef and mushroom curry, naans,chapatis and rice
Addo -Peach cobbler with full fat custard (is that ok Addo?)
NLW - I'll come up with something...
It might be a good idea if those who are listed above get their heads together so that no one is left out of pocket (It's happened before ) .
A quick note for those new to Meets and/or communal menus:
Those who want to enjoy the benefits of the communal menu need to pay their way. The cost of the food is not included in the camping fees.
With just less than two weeks to go I'm adding a Trades/Sales list. Since I mentioned the possibility of having a smock up for sale I've had a bit of time to have a think :stretcher: - other than the afore mentioned smock, I'll not reserved any item I list. I'd prefer that others to do the same - but personal choice :neo2: :cool: .
Sales/Trades list:
decorum - Self dyed (olive) Swedish snow smock - used - Large - £10 (reserved for sizing check - could still be available) - will be re-nikwaxed before the Meet.
decorum - 1 pint (or half litre :dunno:) used - kelly kettle - £20
N.B:
Any trades or sales are to be conducted in line with the relevant BcUK guidelines (expanded to include Rough Close campsite and myself when I'm not party to the sale and/or trade :pokenest: ) .
To add yourself to the list you need to include your screen name, a brief and honest description of the item (plus link if applicable), condition - new or used and the sale price. If you're willing to trade or a combination sale/trade that would be worth mentioning as well.
Please remember that real life can, on occassion, get in the way. There is no guarantee that someone who lists something will actually get to the Meet - or remember to bring the item(s).
Interested parties are free to walk away and sellers/traders are free to sell to whoever they wish. Pay/trade what you are willing to pay/trade and equally, accept what you are willing to accept - please do not try to hard sell or pester for a lower price/lesser trade.
Mesquite
02-01-2010, 23:12
Mesquite's pretty much covered the kit side - one stumbling block that many befall is not having enough insulation; by day as well as over night.
Away from the communal fire you'll either need some sort of stove or, alternatively, a set up that keeps a wood fire off of the ground.
That reminds me if you bring a chair bring some insulation for that as well It's suprising just how much heat you loose through the bottom and back. I used a silver backed rollmat at the Herts meet where there was 8" of snow on the ground and it was great, no cold bum or anything :)
firecrest
03-01-2010, 00:26
is anyone coming down from the north?
Won't be able to get down until sat evening as I need to be in Manchester during the day, i'm guessing i'tll still be worthwhile? Also, ok for my wife to come along?
Marty
is anyone coming down from the north?
As above if it's any help
Won't be able to get down until sat evening ... i'm guessing i'tll still be worthwhile?
That'll be fine.
... Also, ok for my wife to come along?
No problem.
Hi folks, im taking the litte un for a jab at the quacks on Sat morn and heading down straight after that, so its just the one night for me im afraid.
See you on the Sat for a "cool" meet. Think i'll leave the cowboy kit at home for this one and use modern gear on the deck. Im getting nesh in my old age.
Davey569
03-01-2010, 18:56
See you on the Sat for a "cool" meet. Think i'll leave the cowboy kit at home for this one and use modern gear on the deck. Im getting nesh in my old age.
Have you got your polish tent stove sorted yet? :D
Thats a point, better go and shout at my mate! it was nearly done last time I went round.
Fancy an easy cook on this one so I have ammended my dish,
Meet list:
decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
MartinK9
Twodogs
Firecrest - work allowing
Bodge + some
Sasquatch
jimbo75 + Guest
Davey569
Addo
Andy2112
Tank
Muddy Boots - to confirm closer to the date
Bernie & Max
Elines - to confirm closer to the date
Wallenstein - daytime on Sat
WolfCrafter
Dolphin
Communal menu:
Mesquite - Chilli
Sasquatch - jalapeno corn bread
Twodogs - cottage pie
Addo -Peach cobbler with full fat custard (is that ok Addo?)
NLW - I'll come up with something...
It might be a good idea if those who are listed above get their heads together so that no one is left out of pocket (It's happened before ) .
A quick note for those new to Meets and/or communal menus:
Those who want to enjoy the benefits of the communal menu need to pay their way. The cost of the food is not included in the camping fees.
With just less than two weeks to go I'm adding a Trades/Sales list. Since I mentioned the possibility of having a smock up for sale I've had a bit of time to have a think - other than the afore mentioned smock, I'll not reserved any item I list. I'd prefer that others to do the same - but personal choice .
Sales/Trades list:
decorum - Self dyed (olive) Swedish snow smock - used - Large - £10 (reserved for sizing check - could still be available) - will be re-nikwaxed before the Meet.
decorum - 1 pint (or half litre ) used - kelly kettle - £20
N.B:
Any trades or sales are to be conducted in line with the relevant BcUK guidelines (expanded to include Rough Close campsite and myself when I'm not party to the sale and/or trade ) .
To add yourself to the list you need to include your screen name, a brief and honest description of the item (plus link if applicable), condition - new or used and the sale price. If you're willing to trade or a combination sale/trade that would be worth mentioning as well.
Please remember that real life can, on occassion, get in the way. There is no guarantee that someone who lists something will actually get to the Meet - or remember to bring the item(s).
Interested parties are free to walk away and sellers/traders are free to sell to whoever they wish. Pay/trade what you are willing to pay/trade and equally, accept what you are willing to accept - please do not try to hard sell or pester for a lower price/lesser trade.
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I'll be heading down on the saturday. Adam has a party on the friday after school. don't fancy friday traffic anyway:rolleyes:
I'll bring a few extra oatcakes for Sunday breakfast to hand around.:christmas1:
Oatcakes ....good man
Twodogs
Muddy Boots
05-01-2010, 10:22
Hi guys not sure whether to add this to the post but I have a 25 litre ex-army petrol jerry can that is up for swaps.
Ideally I am after a meths burner like this http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-Highlander-Brass-ALCOHOL-METHS-Adjustable-Burner_W0QQitemZ290379020651QQ cmdZViewItemQQptZUK_SportingGo ods_Camping_CookingSupplies_ET ?hash=item439bf0396b or similar
or 6 of the 8 hour glow sticks.
Will consider selling for 6 quid but would prefer swaps.
The one I have looks ok to cut up as an alter fire but I wouldn't risk carrying fuel in it.
PM me if anyone is interested.
Muddy.
Mesquite
05-01-2010, 18:31
Hi guys not sure whether to add this to the post but I have a 25 litre ex-army petrol jerry can that is up for swaps.
You have a PM Muddy, fingers crossed I don't see that cursed seagull in a bit :rolleyes:
MartinK9
05-01-2010, 18:46
You have a PM Muddy, fingers crossed I don't see that cursed seagull in a bit :rolleyes:
You're safe, I think we all have one :lmao:
Mesquite
05-01-2010, 18:57
You're safe, I think we all have one :lmao:
:lmao::lmao:, since when has that stopped the seagull pouncing? :rolleyes:
Lol ...
http://i675.photobucket.com/albums/vv120/CLB-Twodogs/finding_nemo_seagulls_sydney_h arbou.jpg
For sale at the meet ,
Swedish army canvas rucksack £10
Swiss sigg water bottle and mug £8
Swedish army felling axes x 2 £10 each
PM me if your interested
Twodogs
sasquatch
05-01-2010, 20:25
Pm sent re canvas rucksack!
Sales/Trades list:
Caveats (or whatever they're called) are in post #74 (http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showpost.php?p=619889&postcount=74).
decorum - Self dyed (olive) Swedish snow smock - used - Large - £10 (reserved for sizing check - could still be available) - will be re-nikwaxed before the Meet.
decorum - 1 pint (or half litre ) used - kelly kettle - £20
Muddy Boots - 25 litre ex-army petrol jerry can - looks ok to cut up as an alter fire but I wouldn't risk carrying fuel in it - trade for a meths burner like this (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-Highlander-Brass-ALCOHOL-METHS-Adjustable-Burner_W0QQitemZ290379020651QQ cmdZViewItemQQptZUK_SportingGo ods_Camping_CookingSupplies_ET ?hash=item439bf0396b) (or similar) or 6 of the 8 hour glow sticks - Will consider selling for 6 quid but would prefer swaps. Swap organised.
Twodogs - Swedish army canvas rucksack - £10 - PM if you're interested
Twodogs - Swiss sigg water bottle and mug - £8 - PM if you're interested
Twodogs - Swedish army felling axes x 2 - £10 each - PM if you're interested
Muddy Boots
05-01-2010, 20:28
might be Interested in the axe mate.
Jerry can swapped for pink glow sticks.
Davey569
06-01-2010, 17:01
Would anybody be interested in any of these?
BCB DPM Tarp,
Daisy BB gun and BBs (Decorum allowing and 18+)
Decathlon quechua 65l rucksack,
Teak scales for knife blades.
sasquatch
06-01-2010, 18:06
Alright Davey, might be interested in the bb gun, what is it and how much? Ryder?
Davey569
06-01-2010, 19:14
PM inbound mate. :)
(decorum allowing and 18+)
It'd be best to PM Tony.
Won't be able to make this one after all. Got an OU day in Manchester and won't be able to get away early as planned (need all the help I can get!)
My loss. :(
Marty
Meet list:
decorum
Mesquite
Jdlenton
Cliv
Nolightweight
MartinK9
Twodogs
Firecrest - work allowing
Bodge + some
Sasquatch
jimbo75 + Guest
Davey569
Addo
Andy2112
Tank
Muddy Boots - to confirm closer to the date
Bernie & Max
Elines - to confirm closer to the date
Wallenstein - daytime on Sat
WolfCrafter
Muddy Boots
07-01-2010, 11:46
Not sure if anyone is interested in these:
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m187/muddyboots_2006/VersolWater.jpg
It is the one litre water bottle containing sterile water. I think probably the bottle is more useful than the contents as they are graduated on the back.
I have a few of these I use to carry screen wash, oil and coolant in the car.
Can't see a reason they can't be used as water bottles.
Anyone interested PM me and I will bring them along if you want them with the water in then let me know.
Oh these are gratis but happy to accept a trade of a glow stick if you have a spare one.
Muddy
sasquatch
07-01-2010, 14:45
If anybody's interested in a black pea coat let me know, otherwise it'll go on ebay. It's missing a button and smells like old man, just the way it should be! It's a good sized large, might even fit a well fed bushcrafter! It's an old one in good condition, nice wool etc. PM me if interested, I'm desperately trying to fund a wool bush shirt on the group buy, looks like I might have to drop out of it though...
Andy2112
07-01-2010, 15:32
Not sure if anyone is interested in these:
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m187/muddyboots_2006/VersolWater.jpg
It is the one litre water bottle containing sterile water. I think probably the bottle is more useful than the contents as they are graduated on the back.
I have a few of these I use to carry screen wash, oil and coolant in the car.
Can't see a reason they can't be used as water bottles.
Anyone interested PM me and I will bring them along if you want them with the water in then let me know.
Oh these are gratis but happy to accept a trade of a glow stick if you have a spare one.
Muddy
Muddy,
if you want a glow stick i'll bring a couple for you. I think i have some left. Might even have a few of the neclace type ones if you want them. Your choice mate.:D
Muddy Boots
07-01-2010, 16:20
Muddy,
if you want a glow stick i'll bring a couple for you. I think i have some left. Might even have a few of the neclace type ones if you want them. Your choice mate.:D
Thanks fella that's definately worth a pint mate.
Andy2112
08-01-2010, 15:54
Decorum,
will the water tap at the cabin be usuable still or will they turn off the water supply to it for the winter ? :)
firecrest
08-01-2010, 19:56
can get time off work, but looks like i might have to get the train down, unless anyone is from the northwest.
will the water tap at the cabin be usuable still or will they turn off the water supply to it for the winter ? :)
As far as I know the tap will be available - wheather the water has frozen in the pipe ... :confused:
Failing that, there is the likelyhood that the snow will still be around - it's snowing as I type - for a bit of bushy water collection :cool: .
Edit:
I'm on site tomorrow, so I can check. I'll try to get some pics too :D .
MartinK9
08-01-2010, 19:59
As far as I know the tap will be available - wheather the water has frozen in the pipe ... :confused:
Failing that, there is the likelyhood that the snow will still be around - it's snowing as I type - for a bit of bushy water collection :cool: .
Thanks for the update, really looking forward to this one. :)
Won't be able to make this one after all.
Thread for the next booked Meet is here (http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=39958)
Thanks for the update, really looking forward to this one. :)
Me too - I missed the last one :o.
Hopefully tomorrows update will provide some insight into the likely conditions for the Meet :D .
MartinK9
08-01-2010, 20:41
Me too - I missed the last one :o.
Hopefully tomorrows update will provide some insight into the likely conditions for the Meet :D .
I do believe Snow is forecast for this weekend too:red:
I do believe Snow is forecast for this weekend too:red:
And I know who to blame too :D.
MartinK9
08-01-2010, 21:10
And I know who to blame too :D.
John Kettley?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Db6WHtNV5-I
Mesquite
08-01-2010, 21:17
And I know who to blame too :D.
:lmao::lmao::lmao::lmao: :D
sasquatch
09-01-2010, 11:41
You guys lost me there, you'll have to explain it real slow at the meet so I understand! I watched the John Kettley is a weatherman video on youtube, I'm still confused and have lost 4 minutes of my life?! Am I being thick or just too Canadian?
Thread for the next booked Meet is here (http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=39958)
Thanks Decorum. I won't know my availability until mid/late april but I'll try and book it off in advance.
Problem is, i'm duty seen-off bloke, best laid plans and all that!
Marty
Mesquite
09-01-2010, 18:52
You guys lost me there, you'll have to explain it real slow at the meet so I understand!
Dec is alluding to the fact that I seem to always be present when there is 'extreme' weather at meets.
So far my count goes one heavily flooded meet, one subjected to heavy downpours, another one that was pelted with hailstorms and the last one where there was 8" of snow. That's not counting other meets where it was just simply rainy :D:D
... tomorrows update will provide some insight into the likely conditions for the Meet :D .
Looking S/E(ish) into PC11.
http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq125/decorum_pics/IMGP3717_a.jpg
Next two shots are of the original communal area - atm the ground is hard enough to use it :D .
http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq125/decorum_pics/Untitled_a.jpg
http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq125/decorum_pics/impg3699_a.jpg
A view of the temp communal area.
http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq125/decorum_pics/impg3695_a-1.jpg
Just to show that the snow isn't that deep. (disclaimer - at the moment)
http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq125/decorum_pics/Untitled_aa.jpg
... I won't know my availability until mid/late april but I'll try and book it off in advance ...
The Meet in question is booked for March ...
nolightweight
09-01-2010, 20:37
Thanks for the update Phil.
... will the water tap at the cabin be usuable still or will they turn off the water supply to it for the winter ? :)
As far as I know the tap will be available ... there is the likelyhood that the snow will still be around ... bit of bushy water collection ...
Almost forgot this :o . Having checked the water supply today - to be on the safe side, it looks likely that water will either need to be brought in or melted on site.
Davey569
09-01-2010, 21:51
Almost forgot this :o . Having checked the water supply today - to be on the safe side, it looks likely that water will either need to be brought in or melted on site.
Melty melty :D
MartinK9
09-01-2010, 23:35
Phil, thanks for the update and the heads up re water :)
Cheers Phil ,
not long now...
Twodogs
.. will either need to be brought in or melted on site.
24 hours later and its been raining :lmao:
So ... thermals, waders and crampons for this one? :D .
MartinK9
10-01-2010, 19:18
24 hours later and its been raining :lmao:
So ... thermals, waders and crampons for this one? :D .
:lmao::lmao: Still time for another load of snow though:pokenest:
If ive got time and enough snow im going to make and sleep inside a snow trench. I ment to do this in Norway but the quinzee was so darn comfy that I didnt manage it.
http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad353/Addo_bucket/Norway/norwaygrouppics055.jpg
MartinK9
11-01-2010, 15:02
ooo instant grave - can I have your kit?
I promise to sing songs about you:D
Mesquite
11-01-2010, 15:21
ooo instant grave - can I have your kit?
I promise to sing songs about you:D
Oh heck.... that would raise him from the grave :eek::eek: :lmao::lmao::lmao:
MartinK9
11-01-2010, 15:23
Oh heck.... that would raise him from the grave :eek::eek: :lmao::lmao::lmao:
:D:lmao::lmao:
Muddy Boots
11-01-2010, 15:27
Sadly lads the forecast is set for heavy rain over this part of the world for the weekend. I drove passed the site today and although the feeder roads off the main one are slushy it's pretty much cleared now.
However it's nice to see that the, "no need to use your indicators" embargo is still in place.
Andy2112
11-01-2010, 16:13
Sadly lads the forecast is set for heavy rain over this part of the world for the weekend. I drove passed the site today and although the feeder roads off the main one are slushy it's pretty much cleared now.
However it's nice to see that the, "no need to use your indicators" embargo is still in place.
Typical RC weather then, lol.:canoe:
Maybe a wise move to bring the tarp and hammock now:rolleyes::dunno:
Nothing will beat the Great Flood of December 08, lol
Muddy Boots
11-01-2010, 20:12
Typical RC weather then, lol.:canoe:
Maybe a wise move to bring the tarp and hammock now:rolleyes::dunno:
Nothing will beat the Great Flood of December 08, lol
I'll be doing the ground dweller bit in the tent again. It seemed to survive the last one with out to much trouble.
I was going to secretly sneek up there on Thursday night and set it up covering it with snow to make it look like I'd built an igloo.
I think it's more likely to look like a mud hut now though!
... Nothing will beat the Great Flood of December 08, lol
:pokenest:
Oi, Twang Twang. I've told you before! :lmao:
Andy2112
12-01-2010, 10:23
:pokenest:
Oi, Twang Twang. I've told you before! :lmao:
I was young and foolish back then, lessons have been learnt, lol:rolleyes::D
lol....It was ony six months back ..............
MartinK9
12-01-2010, 11:46
lol....It was ony six months back ..............
The Force is strong in this one:D
Andy2112
12-01-2010, 12:26
Which one is Obi and which is Chewi ? i'll leave it for you to decide, lol You lot have aged me, lol ;)
MartinK9
12-01-2010, 12:41
Which one is Obi and which is Chewi ? i'll leave it for you to decide, lol You lot have aged me, lol ;)
Don't know but Yoda has just woken up :D :pokenest:
http://img28.imageshack.us/img28/4393/andyandneil.jpg
Don't know but Yoda has just woken up :D :pokenest:
http://img28.imageshack.us/img28/4393/andyandneil.jpg
PMSL I'm bringing a dingy just incase:lmao:
just hoping this pesky cold clears up before the meet.
... PMSL I'm bringing a dingy just incase:lmao:
If you need to, blame it on 'The Curse of Twang-Twang' :lmao:
... just hoping this pesky cold clears up before the meet.
The local forecast has us down for more cold stuff out of the skies in the next few days :hatscarf: .
Whilst I'm thinking :eek: .
I'm having intermittant problems with internet access - seems to be usual for me just prior to a Mett :o - this time the modem's playing silly beggars :deadhorse: . If it takes me a while to respond* I'm not ignoring you - honest :stretcher:
MartinK9
13-01-2010, 09:46
Whilst I'm thinking :eek: .
I'm having intermittant problems with internet access - seems to be usual for me just prior to a Mett :o - this time the modem's playing silly beggars :deadhorse: . If it takes me a while to respond* I'm not ignoring you - honest :stretcher:
Who said that? :D
firecrest
13-01-2010, 12:48
What's conditions like underfoot? Muddy or frozen? Is it welly weather
Andy2112
13-01-2010, 12:50
What's conditions like underfoot? Muddy or frozen? Is it welly weather
If Cov is the same as in Brum atm it is frozen with snow on top Lindz. lol
What's conditions like underfoot?
We've had an inch or so of snow (so far). Prior to that, in the past few days, we've had rain and a thaw - under the snow it could be frozen or squishy :dunno: .
I know, that doesn't help much :o - however I did find, at the w/e, that the paths which are normally 'damp' (and rutted) around PC11 were still squishy - but they oozed a lot less when stood on/in.
Humpback
13-01-2010, 13:35
:o - however I did find, at the w/e, that the paths which are normally 'damp' (and rutted) around PC11 were still squishy - but they oozed a lot less when stood on/in.
That'll be Global Warming - we're are loosing the ooze-zone layer.
I'll get my coat
Alan
(PS have a great time)
We will all be wearing Arab goggles next ..
Twodogs
Muddy Boots
13-01-2010, 14:24
We will all be wearing Arab goggles next ..
Twodogs
Just took delivery of an Alabama Hot Pocket so at least my fingers are going to be nice and warm this weekend.
If you need to, blame it on 'The Curse of Twang-Twang' :lmao:
The local forecast has us down for more cold stuff out of the skies in the next few days :hatscarf: .
I like the cold I meant my man flu:eek:
sasquatch
13-01-2010, 15:35
We will all be wearing Arab goggles next ..
Twodogs
I pray we never see the day! And I won't be sharing any finger foods with Muddy Boots...it should be cold enough for some alaskan pipelining though!
Mesquite
13-01-2010, 16:01
I pray we never see the day! And I won't be sharing any finger foods with Muddy Boots...it should be cold enough for some alaskan pipelining though!
:lmao::lmao::lmao:
Don't think it'll be cold enough for an alaskan snowdragon though :D
Muddy Boots
13-01-2010, 16:29
If it snows much harder here it will be like trying to get through an Alaskan Road Block I dunno about anything else!
Mesquite
13-01-2010, 16:49
Well we can always call out the Siberian snowplow to help us out if it gets that bad :)
Davey569
13-01-2010, 17:47
Just fed the dogs and loading the sleds ready to go :D ;)
Mesquite
13-01-2010, 18:28
Just fed the dogs and loading the sleds ready to go :D ;)
If the dogs and sled aren't any good we might have to resort to the Siberian bobsled ;)
Andy2112
14-01-2010, 15:50
I think it's boats we'll need for this one, the snow's melting pretty fast round here now, and we all know what RC's ground's like, lol ;)
firecrest
14-01-2010, 22:50
Ok nearly packed, threw away the horrific three month old cheese I found in the bag, and soaking the not-been-washed-for-three-months pots to get the fur off them. Id like to say this isnt a regular occurance with my kit, but Im afraid it is :P
Anyway, I forgot to add my cousin to the list. I thought we were short of women folk.
Muddy Boots
15-01-2010, 10:01
Good luck to the guys venturing up there tonight. The rain is pretty heavy here at the moment and looks set to stay all day.
Safe journey all and catch you there tomorrow.
I have a pressing engagement with a pint of Guiness in my local tonight so sadly won't be there till tomorrow.
Andy2112
15-01-2010, 11:22
See you tomorrow mate. ;) Remind me about the glow sticks.
MartinK9
15-01-2010, 11:28
See you tomorrow mate. ;) Remind me about the glow sticks.
Andy - don't forget the Glow sticks :D
Andy2112
15-01-2010, 11:34
Andy - don't forget the Glow sticks :D
Lol, at the meet, i've already packed them Mr Woodlore Man:D
Muddy Boots
15-01-2010, 12:26
See you tomorrow mate. ;) Remind me about the glow sticks.
Will do matey.
Hoping to land up there at around 10ish which should give you guys enough time to get a fire going.
Andy2112
15-01-2010, 12:30
Will do matey.
Hoping to land up there at around 10ish which should give you guys enough time to get a fire going.
Lol, that's about what time i should be there for. See you then.:lmao:
Looks like Im managing to get away tonight ..yippee
So I will see you pair of wendys when you turn up ...lol
Twoflogs
MartinK9
15-01-2010, 13:51
Looks like Im managing to get away tonight ..yippee
So I will see you pair of wendys when you turn up ...lol
Twoflogs
Nice one :)
MartinK9
15-01-2010, 13:52
Andy - don't forget the Glow Sticks :pokenest:
Muddy Boots
15-01-2010, 13:52
Looks like Im managing to get away tonight ..yippee
So I will see you pair of wendys when you turn up ...lol
Twoflogs
Never mind the Wendys - Shirley, you just make sure the furnace is going by mid morning!
And if you get 5 minutes dropping a few metres of duck board to the camp would be a nice touch.
Andy2112
15-01-2010, 13:56
Andy - don't forget the Glow Sticks :pokenest: :evilangel::mosquitos::buttkic k::twak::stretcher::crutch::cu ssing:
and don't forget the :coffee::rofl:
Never mind the Wendys - Shirley, you just make sure the furnace is going by mid morning!
And if you get 5 minutes dropping a few metres of duck board to the camp would be a nice touch.
They could use empty ammo tins and boxes MB :eek:
MartinK9
16-01-2010, 16:11
Sorry I missed out on the Meet, but I had a package arriving from Royal Mail, and didn't want to take the chance of missing it.
Hope you all had a great time. :)
Muddy Boots
17-01-2010, 13:00
Thanks for a fantastic weekend guys. Safe journey home and catch you all at the next one.
hi guys, had a great time, even my midnight run out of camp, sorry if i disturbed anyone.
wife Is ok and baby where i left him.
Davey569
17-01-2010, 15:26
Thanks for a great meet once again everyone. Good to meet some new people and catch up with old friends! :)
This was a meet of much weather most of it wet ..lol
Good fun , nice to see everyone ,I did like The Texen Chilli and Addos cobler ..yum ..
Looking forward to the next
Twodogs
TinkyPete
17-01-2010, 16:13
Sorry guys I could not make it gone back to work and it's now non stop till end February/March :(. hope I can make the next one.
Cheers all for a top meet as ever. Got kit all over the place drying out. Seems a lot of stuff but at least I stayed warm. I think I've got a sun tan off that fire last night!
nolightweight
17-01-2010, 18:19
Cheers folks for yet another cracking meet.
Thanks to all those who came along, another chilled Meet. It isn't often that you get all four seasons in a weekend :lmao: .
I didn't take many pics over the weekend - and those I did take seem to show Mesquites' chilli cooking over the fire.
http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq125/decorum_pics/Dookingupachilli-1.jpg
http://i440.photobucket.com/albums/qq125/decorum_pics/Untitled-a-1.jpg
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WolfCrafter
17-01-2010, 19:17
Cheers to all for advice and tips, a great meet for testing all the christmas prezzies! (DD Hammock/Tarp) Cheers Dookie for the chat on how to improve the hammock hanging, hopfully both be warmer for text time! and to Davey569 for the inspiring stove design from an ammo box and cans, gona give one a try myself, lots to do now shut away in the shed till the next meet!
goodjob
Mesquite
17-01-2010, 21:06
I didn't take many pics over the weekend - and those I did take seem to show Mesquites' chilli cooking over the fire.
I was even worse.... didn't get my camera out at all for some reason :o
As for the chilli... it seemed to be well recieved... only a bean or two was left when I got my dutch oven in the monring :D
Thanks to Decorum and everyone else for the meet, see you all again in March at the Outdoors meet :)
... As for the chilli... it seemed to be well recieved... only a bean or two was left when I got my dutch oven in the monring :D ...
Devoured by a horde of invisible rabbits? :lmao: .
sasquatch
17-01-2010, 22:44
Thanks to all for another quality meet, it was great to put names to new faces as well as seeing the usual suspects. I'm looking forward to the outdoor show already!
Cheers, Chad
firecrest
18-01-2010, 00:42
Loved seeing you all again, last night was great fun, and the shepheds pie lovely. Thanks for the guy who walked me `home` after I got lost for a flipping hour! the light on my torch was so dull by that time and the fog so thick I could barely see the ground. it was ankle deep mud and raining. After nearly an hour I was RIGHT BACK WHERE i STARTED!! its true lost people go in a circle!!
It was Cottage pie Lyns ..you try catching sheperds at this time of year ...lol
Twodogs
Andy2112
18-01-2010, 11:10
I'll echo everyone's comments about the weekend, cracking meet as usual. Thanks goes to Twodogs, Addo and Mesquite for the food, mmmmmm more cobbler next time for me, lol. Can't wait for the next one in March.
Muddy Boots
19-01-2010, 18:15
I wish my Monday went as well as the weekend. Had a fall snow boarding so now cradling a busted arm.
Might have to step down from wood chopping duty at the next meet.
Mesquite
19-01-2010, 18:23
I wish my Monday went as well as the weekend. Had a fall snow boarding so now cradling a busted arm.
Might have to step down from wood chopping duty at the next meet.
Bad luck mate... get well soon, hope you're fit for the March meet
Muddy Boots
19-01-2010, 18:31
Bad luck mate... get well soon, hope you're fit for the March meet
Thanks fella. Fracture clinic thursday so will know more then I guess.
bad luck ...lololololol
does that make me a bad person..lol
Twodogs
MartinK9
19-01-2010, 19:02
bad luck ...lololololol
does that make me a bad person..lol
Twodogs
Yes:pokenest::lmao:
I wish my Monday went as well as the weekend.
Same here.
... Had a fall snow boarding so now cradling a busted arm.
In our case it was swmbo's car. MOT day - passed the test with flying colours ... and then it broke down on the way home :lmao: .
... Might have to step down from wood chopping duty at the next meet.
But big logs can safely be sawn one handed ;) :lmao: .
Best wishes for an easy and quick healing.
Muddy Boots
19-01-2010, 19:38
The arm doesn't feel so bad it's the punch in the rib I managed to land when I hit the floor that hurts. But only when I laugh!
sasquatch
19-01-2010, 19:40
I wish my Monday went as well as the weekend. Had a fall snow boarding so now cradling a busted arm.
Might have to step down from wood chopping duty at the next meet.
Bad luck! Hope it heals soon... we could always super glue an axe to your good hand, and I heard it's great for cuts!!!
hedgerow pete
19-01-2010, 19:47
yes it is but it does sting some what at first
Muddy Boots
19-01-2010, 20:36
On the bright side it's my left arm so at least I can finish varnishing the barn while I'm off work.
On the bright side it's my left arm so at least I can finish varnishing the barn while I'm off work.
:lmao::lmao::lmao: Nice and slow
Great meet again.. Thanks guy's. Really impressed with some of the kit (got to get me a log burner/stove)...
Have posted some pics on here> http://jimbobushcraft.blogspot.com/
Great meet again.. Thanks guy's. Really impressed with some of the kit (got to get me a log burner/stove)...
Have posted some pics on here> http://jimbobushcraft.blogspot.com/
Some nice photos there Jim goodjob
MartinK9
20-01-2010, 14:03
On the bright side it's my left arm so at least I can finish varnishing the barn while I'm off work.
I've heard it called some things in my time but that takes the biscuit:D
MartinK9
20-01-2010, 14:03
Great meet again.. Thanks guy's. Really impressed with some of the kit (got to get me a log burner/stove)...
Have posted some pics on here> http://jimbobushcraft.blogspot.com/
Great photos. :)
Indeed fine photos
Twodogs
I've heard it called some things in my time but that takes the biscuit:D
That reminds me Ive got some bulbs to plant out this spring. I'll give them a polish before hand, to encourage them to grow.
jdlenton
22-01-2010, 01:18
Bugger sounds like i missed another good meet but the pressures of life took the time away again. perhaps next time but glad you all enjoyed yourselves.
WolfCrafter
24-01-2010, 02:09
Just a quick note to any interested members, i have a New Blogspot.. http://wolfcrafter.blogspot.com/
It has pics and posts about the last 2 Rough Close meet Jan 2010, plus the Rough Close meet sept 2009! .. I know its mainly about my set-up and Jimbo's (http://jimbobushcraft.blogspot.com/).. (sorry, will try to get around with the camera more often this March meet!) but I thought it would give an insight to new comers (and old) about things that go on''
Happy Blog reading.. some cool links included.. and any comments on the new 'Fire Crane' Grill Cooking system much appreciated!