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Oh anyone going be able togive me a lift? :o
There'll be someone ;)
Don't know mate, they've got a heavy workload on.
The General
30-04-2005, 18:53
Great value! I have a mental age of 11, does that count? :rolleyes: :D
The General
30-04-2005, 18:54
There'll be someone ;)
What, from Llandudno? :eek: :)
chilli phill
01-05-2005, 13:50
Hi Guys I'm new to this sort of thing..Just found this site.. anyone got any tips or advice on how to get into bush craft chilli Phill
Any more details about what sort of things might happen at the w/e. Or that happened last year? I have no idea of the sort of weekend it was.
Also any more photos or details about the location. The link in the other thread comes up with an error for me.
Sounds interesting though so I am keeping weekend clear.
Thanks,
Take a look here at the old BCUK 2004 meetup thread about last years meetup at merthyr mawr.
http://72.36.134.230/community/showthread.php?t=1916
That should give you some idea of what to expect.
:)
Ed
This is looking really good, there’s quite a few people that have come forward to volunteer their time to do workshops, both amateur and professionals, :D there’s some great stuff going on over the weekend…..Here’s a list, although it’s not finished…there may be some additions or subtractions…… ;)
Axe workshop – Axe skills and uses, safety etc
Bow Making – The idea is that we make some bows and get to use them!
Archery – We’ll have a good quantity of kit and some woodland.
Knife making – We’ll have forging demo and knife making (last year this was fantastic!)
Tracking Workshop
Friction Firelighting and other fire making
Wilderness First Aid
Foraging
Navigation
Snares and traps – What’s legal, safety and how to make them etc
Etc
There will be plenty of opportunity to carve spoons, ask advice, do what you want etc
The bottom line is that it’s your weekend, go to the workshops that you want to, share what you want to, wander off if you want to, it’s all up to you.
There’s a few people that are going to help with some kids activities and the site is very family friendly, last years was an excellent family event. :D
We’re going to have these yearly and build on them, they’re by the members an for the members….it’s fantastic and you guys deserve a huge thank you for making it possible…. ;)
Anyone that’s travelling by train etc let us know and we’ll sort out getting you picked up any time during the weekend, if you can’t get to it all just come for a day out. If anyone else has a question just ask it on here. I for one am looking forward to this, lots of friendships were made last year and there’s going to be more friends made this year…It’s what it’s all about! :D
Hi Guys I'm new to this sort of thing..Just found this site.. anyone got any tips or advice on how to get into bush craft chilli Phill
Come to the meet up :D
Some canoeing has been added to the list of activities ;)
Can't wait... :D
If anyone needs picking up from Cardiff Central then i'd be happy to do so. Let me know and we'll see what i can do...
Cheers!
Jake,
If that lift is still up for grabs, I would be grateful.
Cheers
Frogo
The General
04-05-2005, 20:21
I am confirmed! :D
Boss said... yeh, you can have those dates, or you will be a sod to work with won't ya? Bless him! :cool:
I am trying my best not to bring so much kit this year so please please please request items you want me to bring and activities you want me to demo.
I am hoping to do at least one knife sharpening class or more if the demand is there. I would also be up for a general discussion on knives and the industry in general if anyone was interested.
I would be happy to have a more 'formal' time and place for the above if required! Less excuse for me to sleep in! :o
My kids are really excited about going, they loved the last one in Wales.
I've been a 'lurker' on this site for ages and just wondered if, firstly, this is open to all (i.e. people like me that aren't regular contributors to the site) and also, how do I actually go about paying etc for the weekend?
Are spaces limited (how many people are expected)?
Thanks for the help. Great site btw. I've learnt so much here.
Thanks
Archibold Tuttle.
Hi archiet, good questions. ;)
Yes, this is open to all, as long as the people that come are there to enjoy the weekend and make friends! Last year we had quite a few people that were not members of bcuk and it was great to meet them and for them to join in and see what we’re about, so, bcuk members and non members are welcome. :D
There is no limit to the people we can accommodate, there’s quite a bit going on and we’ve also got the space for a huge amount of people.
You can paypal the money to shop@bushcraftuk.net or you can send me a cheque, PM me if you want to do this. For some it may be a very spur of the minute decision to come and if that’s the case it’s fine to pay when they arrive.
Another note I’ll add here is that the payment is for staying the night (ground rent) if people come for a day there will be no cost, unless we buy in some food for a big group meal or we loose a lot of arrows!! People don't have to come for the whole thing, caome to what you can.... :D
Thanks again for asking and I hope you can make it, it would be great to meet you and all the other that are going.
:)
Cheers
Archiet, if you enjyed the site - the bcuk meets.... they're great. Theres a huge amount going on at this one - ever wondered how to make a bow from scratch or what do shhh-you-know-who teach their trackers?
These are some of the things on offer, plus seeing every concievable bit of bushcraft kit imaginable and meeting some really great folks.
See ya there.
Neil
Sure thing Frogo, just as long as it's you alone! ;)
Sounds great Wayne!
Ye Just me.
Thanks Jake
Frogo
bcuk members and non members are welcome.
Cool... I have a couple of students that are interested in coming along :)
Ed
Well, I will deffo being going....who else has decided to go?
Do you know what time we can start arriving on the friday?? There are a few of us looking at getting a train from Cardiff and we will be getting to Cholsey about mid-dayish... (as long karen can get the time off work..... the rest of us have)
Starting to get excited now!!
:D
Ed
is it this friday?
No Mate, its the bank holiday weekend starting 27th May........
Bardster
08-05-2005, 18:55
Where does one go to volunteer? Im a bowyer and can bring along some bows and arrows and some blanks ash staves for people to have a go? Blunt or sharp arrows? Also can teach how to make bow strings and arrows. Also do leatherworking but thats a little harder to organise a workshop with...
Where does one go to volunteer? Im a bowyer and can bring along some bows and arrows and some blanks ash staves for people to have a go? Blunt or sharp arrows? Also can teach how to make bow strings and arrows. Also do leatherworking but thats a little harder to organise a workshop with...
Bardster, thank you very much for your kind offer. In the first place you should PM Tone.
Look forward to seeing you there :)
I'll see you all there at some point over the weekend. Looking forward to it already.
Fantastic stuff ;) it's going to be great to have you.
here's a quick note for all.
The moots are for everyone, singles, couples and families, there's something for all. There's no prerequisite to be able to teach something to others to be able to come, just come and relax, join in where you want to and take away from the weekend what you want.
See you there ;)
Where does one go to volunteer? Im a bowyer and can bring along some bows and arrows and some blanks ash staves for people to have a go? Blunt or sharp arrows? Also can teach how to make bow strings and arrows. Also do leatherworking but thats a little harder to organise a workshop with...
Bardster - bring plenty of ammo - we will be bringing some targets down for people to shoot at :)
John Boy
09-05-2005, 15:59
Will there be many knives for sale or on display? I am in the 'final days' of selecting my new knife and wonder if it worth holding out to view and chat over? Thanks.
There are likely to be plenty of knives on show from the members.... if there is a particular knife you want to look at, maybe post about it and see if someone who is comming has one to bring along.
Ed
John Boy
09-05-2005, 20:55
Thanks Ed. I am the midst of Woodlores (AW and WS) v AW Bushcrafter.....but it would also be good to look at some scandis.
Thanks Ed. I am the midst of Woodlores (AW and WS) v AW Bushcrafter.....but it would also be good to look at some scandis.
Then I think you'll be in luck..... I've never been to a bushcraft meet where there hasn't been a couple of woodlores about (of both the Allan Wood and the Wilkinson Sword variety).... they are very popular.
:)
Ed
There'll be stacks of kit for people to look at, I'll bring some hammocks for peopel to try out if they want, HH, Pods, Ray Mears etc....
let us know if there's anything in particular that people want to have a look at
:D
C_Claycomb
10-05-2005, 10:57
I wanna see Woody's hammock in action!
Spring bcuk Meet - dates are 27th - 30th May (Friday, Sat, Sun, Monday)
Any questions post them on here or PM me :D
Hi Tony,
Is there a schedule/running order for events? What time can we get on site on the Friday? Is there a 'kicking out' time on Monday?
It sounds like its going to be hammock city that weekend
cheers
Friday from mid afternoon should be fine, you'll probably get roped into helping set up, as for Monday it will go most of the day with people leaving when they need to get to get home/miss the traffic etc
As for what and when during the weekend that will be organised closer to the date, and will probably shift a bit over the weekend as things work out. A lot of the people putting on workshops want to get involved in what other people are putting on so there will be a fair bit of playing ti by ear, which worked well at the last one....
Graham_S
11-05-2005, 13:56
i'm going to have a look at the leave book tonight when i'm at work. if i can get the time off (and a day each side to recover) i'll be there.
i'll probably take the train down as it'll be cheaper than driving so how easy is it to get from bridgend station to the site?
Buckshot
11-05-2005, 16:01
I'll be there, already booked the time off and the family are going too so no problem there.
Graham S,
The site is only a couple of miles away from the train station so shouldn't be a problem.
Cheers
Mark
Graham_S
12-05-2005, 21:13
right, the leave pass has gone in so i'll be there (assuming it gets approved) i'll be getting the train down on the friday arriving around 1600 so i'll see everyone there.
can't wait.
Fantastic, it's going to be great :D
Bardster
14-05-2005, 18:32
What are the rules for fires and stuff at this site? I am fairly new to the forum and havnt been to a meet before so am unaware of the protocols... I do dark age reenactment and in the living history village we are not allowed fire directly on the ground - usually because it is an archeologicaly sensitive site - and as such I have in my posetion a 1 metre square fire box that sits 8" off the ground - would it be advisable to bring this along? or do we all rely on stoves?
Cheers
not sure exactly what i'm letting myself in for but i think i'm going to book some time off for this too.
I want to come to this and ive never been to an event like this also never really camped out proplery, i asked Buckshot what he thinks i should bring ( i dont really have anything but i think i can get hold of most of this stuff ) so could anyone please add on to this...
Stuff to take:
Tent, sleeping kit, wash kit, change of clothes, food, cooker (if you want, there will be a comunial open fire to cook on), beer for the evenings around the campfire.
Is there anything else anyone can add please?
And one other thing, will i need to pack up all my stuff every morning and carry it around with me? or is it safe to leave it all there? do i need to bring a big rucksack to carry everything?
Thanks, and hope to see you all there :)
What are the rules for fires and stuff at this site? I am fairly new to the forum and havnt been to a meet before so am unaware of the protocols... I do dark age reenactment and in the living history village we are not allowed fire directly on the ground - usually because it is an archeologicaly sensitive site - and as such I have in my posetion a 1 metre square fire box that sits 8" off the ground - would it be advisable to bring this along? or do we all rely on stoves?
Cheers
There’s a main fire area which is quite big, most of the fire stuff will go on there. If it’s not an inconvenience to you then it might be a good idea to bring the box, but it’s definitely not necessary. A lot of people will cook on stoves for convenience sake, but however you want really.
I want to come to this and ive never been to an event like this also never really camped out proplery, i asked Buckshot what he thinks i should bring ( i dont really have anything but i think i can get hold of most of this stuff ) so could anyone please add on to this...
Stuff to take:
Tent, sleeping kit, wash kit, change of clothes, food, cooker (if you want, there will be a comunial open fire to cook on), beer for the evenings around the campfire.
Is there anything else anyone can add please?
And one other thing, will i need to pack up all my stuff every morning and carry it around with me? or is it safe to leave it all there? do i need to bring a big rucksack to carry everything?
Thanks, and hope to see you all there :)
shanec
The list you’ve got sounds fine, there’s no need to bring a huge amount of stuff.
There will be no need to pack up any of your things, they can just stay in place for the whole weekend, so, no need for a huge rucksack. Cars can access the area to drop things off, but then they’ll get parked in the car area at a different location on the estate.
Roving Rich
16-05-2005, 12:40
For those coming by train - "Goring and Streatley" is the nearest station, not Cholsey. Cholsey is nearest as the crow flies, but the wrong side of the river, so needs a big detour to get to it.
Is anyone coming upto hardening my knife blanks while we are there ??
Cheers
Rich
For those coming by train - "Goring and Streatley" is the nearest station, not Cholsey. Cholsey is nearest as the crow flies, but the wrong side of the river, so needs a big detour to get to it.
Cheers for the advice Rich.... :D
Ed
Can anyone that's coming by train let me know via Pm and we'll try to sort out some lifts etc. :D
Yggdrasil
19-05-2005, 10:02
Tone, is there any rough idea as to what days and times the things will happening?
~yggdrasil~
That's a hard one at the moment. I'll try and find out in more detail what the preference is of people that are doing things and get the info up. I know that Woody is doing tracking on Sunday, I expect that there will be bow making Sat and Sunday as we've got bamboo bows and flat bows being demonstrated and made, Archery will probably be done over a couple of days, as will the knife making and probably the canoeing.....
The thing about the meets is that people are happy to talk to you about all sorts of things at nearly any time, so if there's a question you have you can just arrange a time to talk to the person you want to, it works really well and people are incredibly generous with their time.
I'll see what I can sort out and post it on here.
;)
last time I did tracking with Woody (the woodlore instructor - yes?) he kept staring at me - apperantly I look like someone he knows...
That's a hard one at the moment. I'll try and find out in more detail what the preference is of people that are doing things and get the info up. I know that Woody is doing tracking on Sunday, I expect that there will be bow making Sat and Sunday as we've got bamboo bows and flat bows being demonstrated and made, Archery will probably be done over a couple of days, as will the knife making and probably the canoeing.....
The knifemaking will take a few hours, but not quite as many as last time as I'll be making a blacksmith-style knife (so I don't need to fit a handle!!!). Might make a spork too if there is time.
Biddlesby
19-05-2005, 17:51
I am seriously considering coming to this; perhaps with the friend that I mentioned would be coming on my trip to the Lake District/Scotland.
I may be coming by train - I'll PM Tony if I know I am. Alternatively, Mum may drive me up. She seems, well not concerned exactly, but...sees it as a point to consider, that I will be camping with strangers.
Still, looks like I'll most likely be coming.
Platypus
20-05-2005, 08:28
Mums are supposed to be concerned, that's their job (or one of them :) ), especially if you told her you are going to camp with some strangers you met on the net :eek:
But, it's not as if this lot are a bunch of axe weilding weirdos who have a pathogenic love of knives now is it? :D
It would be good to have you and your friend, your Mum is right to make coming to the event, a point to consider, it is a bunch of strangers!
If you can make it, fantastic, there will be loads to learn and talk about and you’ll have a great time. If you can’t make it, then no worries, there’s lots of opportunity for getting together with people that can help you along.
Yggdrasil
20-05-2005, 17:08
Im slightly having the same problem convincing my parents but i think me and my dad will come down on the sunday and then i'd stay untill monday. One of my friends may be coming too.
How old are u bibblesby?
im 17 :)
~yggdrasil~
C_Claycomb
20-05-2005, 19:38
I can't imagine why parents should be concerned. Packing their youngster (no offense intended ;) ) off to camp rough in the middle of nowhere with 30+ knife and axe wielding pyromanic wool wearers :D
LOL. I dragged my mum along to the last meet in Wales, . I am 28 so my mum has almost stopped worrying about me :rolleyes: Though she wussed out of actually camping, she had a great time, got on well with everyone and came away saying that it was the most friendly and normal group of people that she had met in years.
Realistically, you are far better off camping at a meet with a load of strangers, than camping somewhere remote all by yourself. There is just a better class of strange people at bushcraft meets :D
Just been asked a good question...
Can we pay at the meet, same as last August? I'm hoping DSS will have actually given me some money by the meet (only been waitign THREE MONTHS.
Oh, and has the price been fixed?
BTW, will you Mum be there 'Hugh', (can't remember her name:eek: ). She was a GREAT laugh...
Jak.
Biddlesby
20-05-2005, 22:02
Im slightly having the same problem convincing my parents
Well - they respect my freedom. She doesn't mind me going, actually she thinks it's great, but she wants to meet or talk to somebody in person. Dad's expressed an interest in coming anyway, so it's all dandy. Looks like my friend can't get the time off work, so he won't be coming.
How old are u bibblesby?
16 :).
Yggdrasil
20-05-2005, 22:41
Yeh thats pretty much the same as my parents although my mum surprised me by telling me i should go on the trip to norway next year that i found on here.
Hope to see you there.
~yggdrasil~
Just a thought...if any one would like a lift down to the Moot, I will be leaving Hereford early Saturday morning and returning Monday PM. Happy to give any one a lift down that lives in the area and is struggling for a means of getting there.
pm me if interested...3 seats available 1st come basis
Woody.
C_Claycomb
21-05-2005, 21:18
Jak, no my mum isn't coming to this one, but I hope to get her in a tent for the July meet in Wales. I think that she really enjoyed walking the dunes, and with B&B as back up the odds are good :D
Never mind. Would have been good to meet her again.
Can always provide a tent (assuming I can get to the meet) to bribe her to attend the July event, got myself a new tent at the Brum show that you can stand up in that I won't be using...;)
Biddlesby
22-05-2005, 15:35
How popular do spring meet-ups tend to be (I presume it's been done before..)?
Also - more or less popular than summer?
Graham_S
22-05-2005, 15:35
well, that's my train ticket booked!
i'll be arriving at bridgend at 1606 and walking to the site, i might meet some folks on the train, you never know!!
This is the first Spring meet up we've done so I'm not sure yet, I expect that there will be a few more coming to the Summer one but I might be wrong!
sorry if this was asked before and i missed it but i was wondering can i pay for it when i get there? i will be staying from fri-mon hopefully. Thanks alot and see ya there :)
Biddlesby
23-05-2005, 20:12
For some it may be a very spur of the minute decision to come and if that’s the case it’s fine to pay when they arrive.
Yup - you can.
See you there!
Ogri the trog
23-05-2005, 20:26
For the elders that might still be reading this thread,
I've been mulling over the idea of making an appearance on saturday afternoon. Here's the hitch. I'll have worked the previous night in Reading, Berks, (so I won't be too far away, though I'll be dog tired!) and have a commitment to be in South Wales by saturday evening.
So is it worth calling in for just a few hours, say 1pm till 4ish, or would it be better to wait until another meet?
ATB
Ogri the trog
Ogri... it will be free for you as you're not there for the whole thing, so you're not going to loose anything by popping in and getting to meet a few of the folks and sitting in on anything that's of interest to you during that time. So, I'd say, come on by and get involved and then come to all the four days in July :D
Ogri the trog
24-05-2005, 00:02
Tony,
Damned decent of you Sir.
Its not often you'll get an offer like that.
See you Saturday afternoon then.
;)
Ogri the trog
Can't promise July though - it depends on the dreaded shifts...... and family......and animals.......and etc etc.
The Green Man
24-05-2005, 13:25
Hi, I am thinking of attending on Saturday only, but I have a problem with transport as I dont drive. Do any of you who know the area know if there is a bus from Reading to the Ipsden?
Thanks
-- Eric
Roving Rich
24-05-2005, 13:44
Dunno about a bus ? but there is a train from Reading to "Goring and Streatley",
PM Tone, so that we can organise lifts from the station.
Cheers
Rich
Yggdrasil
24-05-2005, 16:01
Is there any idea whats happening on what days yet guys?
~yggdrasil~
Will PMR radios be in use during the meet? If so, is there an agreed on general calling channel (and sub code) to use.
Biddlesby
24-05-2005, 18:25
Sorry to ignore the previous two questions, but I just want to advertise something.
I live near Norwich, in Norfolk. I'm going with Dad, in a five-seater car. So, in theory, there's room for another three people (with not-excessive amounts of luggage). I'm already organising a lift with somebody, so there are one or two spaces free if anybody wants a lift and wants to share petrol costs, and who lives on the way to Reading.
We would be leaving Saturday Morning, and returning on Monday Afternoon.
Cheers.
Povarian
24-05-2005, 20:33
Ack... Just joined and found out about the meet.
Not going to make it to this one - got a previous appointment with a pizza in Sorrento. Yup - that's Italy, Pompeii, Vesuvius etc, so I'm not really complaining too much :D
Hope everyone has a good time
Bardster
24-05-2005, 22:15
Talking of lifts.... I'm coming from maidstone. kent - just me in my estate. So if anyone needs a lift just PM me - im gonna be there from Friday to Monday.
Sorry to ask again but nobody anwserd me i duno if you didnt see my post or just didnt wana repply lol, can i pay when i get there or do i have to do it over paypal or something?
Sorry about that, it's a missed the post situation!
At the gate is fine :D
Hi everyone.
I will be demonstration leather sheath making (waist belt) the demo is intended for anybody but is in particular aimed at beginners/ beginner knife makers.
The idea is to show the basic steps of marking out a pattern (paper) and transfering this to leather. Cutting out leather, forming and hand stitching. From there will go to dying the leather, to then apply leather finishes/preservers.
I am considering doing an introduction to knife making by stock removal. I dont want this to clash in any way with the forging demo because this will be as last year a very interesting and rewarding demo. If any of you guys would be interested in stock removal knife making methods for say 1 hours demo please let me know befor close of play on Thursday. The demo would just be a quick run through of the basic steps and would hopfully give folk a basic understanding Cheers
Ace Rimmer
25-05-2005, 12:17
Is anyone around Saturday who will be doing firelighting?
Good news - I can make it for Friday night through Saturday. Be good to catch up with people. I'll pack a couple of the big BRKT knives and my archery kit in case people are interested in that sort of gear.
Cheers, Alick
Good news - I can make it for Friday night through Saturday. Be good to catch up with people. I'll pack a couple of the big BRKT knives and my archery kit in case people are interested in that sort of gear.
Cheers, Alick
Looks like we better take more targets ;)
Ace Rimmer
25-05-2005, 15:06
Good news - I can make it for Friday night through Saturday. Be good to catch up with people. I'll pack a couple of the big BRKT knives and my archery kit in case people are interested in that sort of gear.
Cheers, Alick
Love to see the archery kit!
Looks like this is gonna be a great weekend!
Sorry about that, it's a missed the post situation!
At the gate is fine :D
Np, thanks :) i thaught it was a missed the post situation but wasn't sure lol see ya there :)
Oh, one other thing i see you said around afternoon time is a good time to arrive but could you give a actual time would make it abit easier, i'm getting a lift with my dad when he gets back from work (not sure if im working or not) so ill problery arrive around 5ish or 5:30 is this a ok time? i'd like to help everyone setup and stuff too i think it would be good for meeting people :p
That would be a fine time :D
Biddlesby
25-05-2005, 20:55
Alway positive, Tony :p.
About sheath making demos/courses - I would like to make a sheath for my Mora Frost knife 'cause the plastic one is a bit, ahem, rubbish. What kind of leather do I need to buy? I like the look of the one on this tutorial (http://www.britishblades.com/home/articles.php?action=show&showarticle=42).
I'm hoping there will be some socialisation around some camp fires, on the subject of meeting people.
I intend to learn some basics on wood carving, a bit about sheath making, fire...management and fire by friction, and how to sharpen knives :).
There'll be a few leatherworkers on hand over the weekend, ask away - with *some* of them it is difficult to stop them talking... :D
I can bring along a few different sharpening systems (Lansky/Spyderco/EdgePro, for example) and some stones so people can see what they get along with...
I'm going to need a 2nd bergen at this rate too!
dean4442
25-05-2005, 22:04
As usual nothing goes according to plan! I was all set to come down on the friday night the same as shanec I was looking forward to the chance to meet people before the weekend really got started. Unfortunately I've gotta go to Cambridge first thing on sat and so won't be there till around 11.00 :( Tony this means I'll no longer be able to give anyone a lift unless someone needs a lift from Cambridge on the sat? :)
See you there :D ..... you may even be able to arrange a lift if someone is going through bridgend.
:)
Ed
Hiya
What's the earliest that we can start arriving Tony? I don't really want to be caught in the Reading afternoon rush hour traffic, and was hoping to turn up mid-afternoon-ish.
Mid afternoon will be fine. :D
Dean, shame mate, you'll still be there for most of it though!
Thanks Tony.
I intended to attend this weekend's meetup but am unfortunately down with some sort of flue/cold. So it's going to be an indoor wekend for the greatest part I am afraid...
But looking forward to the July/August meetup and to your newsabout how this May one on your return!
Kind Regards,
Dominique (Nomade)
Ok thanks Tony ;) i guess ill see you all there. One other thing, is there gona be anywhere to get food or anything? Im gona bring food and stuff but this is my first time really camping and i duno if my food is gona cook ok or its gona be a disaster lol im sure i'll be fine but was just wondering. And also is there gona be stalls around selling things? like equipment and knives etc just so i can bring some extra money incase ;) there was something else i was gona ask but i forgot it lol
I hope you recover soon mate, it's a shame as it's going to be a great weekend. I look forward to you being at the July meet :D
VIRULENT SALAMANDER
26-05-2005, 20:29
Hi tony .... .. every one, hope your all as well as can be expected!
and raring to goto the meet?.
Three thing's just flew past my mind;
1.What does the cost of entry cover you for(e.g. Do you get free knitting lesson or Workshop enrolment?).
2.Are there any toilet/showers or should I bring a spade?.
3.How do enrol for a workshop?.
SeeU@Dmeet.co
Ps Oh I just thought how much is the gate prices?.
A quick reply for you both!
No idea where the shops are, but I doubt they’re very far and someone will always pop down there if needed. I expect that people will share a bit as well. So, take some dosh just in case. I’ll have a few bcuk bits and bobs there like the last meet.
Cost of entry is for camping fees, all the workshops are free (only cost that there might be is a contribution towards arrows for the archery), there should no need to enrol in workshops, just go to the ones you’re interested in, yes there’s toilets (compost) and showers (woodburning) so no need for a spade and it’s £20 for everything.
Hope that covers it
I’m going to try to get there for about 6 pm, it’s a long way from up here! If people need picking up from the train station etc call and we’ll see what we can do.
Cheers
Tone
VIRULENT SALAMANDER
26-05-2005, 21:08
A big "THANK YOU", I hope to find you there tony because I would like to get some of those nice BCUK bits & bobs(patches/T-shirt).
Thanks again Tony :)
And it looks like its gona be really nice weather! :) about 25 degrees its saying wich is really nice! i just hope there is a cool breese to go along with it ;). Just found out i got work tomrow aswell so i might arrive a little later than i wanted too, shouldnt be much later tho ;) see ya all there!
I'd like to add my thanks for Tone and the gang for organising this. I will definitely be there for at least one day this weekend, more if possible. Very exciting!
No idea where the shops are, but I doubt they’re very far and someone will always pop down there if needed. I expect that people will share a bit as well. So, take some dosh just in case. I’ll have a few bcuk bits and bobs there like the last meet.
Cost of entry is for camping fees, all the workshops are free (only cost that there might be is a contribution towards arrows for the archery), there should no need to enrol in workshops, just go to the ones you’re interested in, yes there’s toilets (compost) and showers (woodburning) so no need for a spade and it’s £20 for everything.
Hope that covers it
There are some shops about 10 mins away in the car, and I expect that there is a village shop a bit closer.
So far as the archery goes, we will just be running a donations box and asking participants to write their name in the book.
I will be the bloke standing by the back of my truck sticking new piles on the arrows, and trying not to glue myself to anything :D
I thought I'd post some pics taken earlier today at the meet of Peter demonstrating knife-making and Wayne doing some archery instruction.
Really nice to meet everyone :)
Yggdrasil
30-05-2005, 18:22
Ive just got home from the meet and i want to the thank tony, everyone who took activities and generally everyone that went for their friendly and reliable advice. I took alot from it and will deffinatly coming to the meet in july. :D
Cheers.
~yggdrasil~
Biddlesby
30-05-2005, 18:40
Just got back. Everything Yggdrasil said :).
Thanks all - great weekend! Better than going on a bushcraft course anyday. I've got some photos of some of the courses etc. but they're all on a....forgotten the proper name now....a film-based camera. I'll have to wait for them to be developed then scan in the negatives but I'll put them up. Off the top of my head I know I've got some of the trapping course and the canoeing.
Ogri the trog
30-05-2005, 18:43
I'll second your comments Yggdrasil,
I only managed a few hours on saturday afternoon due to other appointments. But in that time I learnt a lot, and met a whole bunch of good people.
I look forward to seeing you all again soon.
Ogri the trog
arctic hobo
30-05-2005, 18:49
Come on then, let's have the pics up. Make me jealous :(
:D
Bardster
30-05-2005, 19:40
I also want to add my thanks for an excellent weekend and for everyone making a newbie feel welcome. :)
Fenlander
30-05-2005, 20:14
I also want to add my thanks for an excellent weekend and for everyone making a newbie feel welcome. :)
I'll second that Bardster!!!! :D
And special thanks from me to "moderators corner" for allowing me to pitch my hammock and feel welcomed :D (Cheers to Deano as well) ;)
:D :D :D :D :D
First post and first weekend with you guys.
A truly informative but chilled weekend.
See you in July and hopefully with a 'Fire by Friction Kit' that at least one person will get to work on the weekend. :)
Biddlesby
30-05-2005, 21:46
I'm annoyed I missed that Fire Friction lesson. Still, I'm glad I went on the canoeing yesterday.
With the help of deano and fenlander I'm making a kit at the moment but I'm not sure if I'll be able to get it going without help. Blind persistance I suppose.
Bardster
30-05-2005, 22:43
Cool, I'm gonna be there! and bringing the wife too
Biddlesby
30-05-2005, 22:58
Bringing or dragging along :p.
Just wondering - will there be any rabbit skinning there?
Bardster
30-05-2005, 23:35
Bringing or dragging along :p.
Just wondering - will there be any rabbit skinning there?
First... catch your rabbit..... :) :D :D
and no not dragging - after my worbling on about this weekends srping meet she is looking forward to it.
VIRULENT SALAMANDER
31-05-2005, 00:42
.... .. Well I arrived at my first meet(after ending up at Emmer Green twice), I received warm greetings
before I made it through the gateway and everyone else that I meet were just as nice.
The carryings-on were just as good as other events I have been to, the demo's done very well!.
The "Sheath making using leather and wet-forming" excellent sir!, got me wanting to try myself.
Tracking demo was very popular alround and I liked the plant walk to, Stew "good" interesting demo.
The library tent was a good idea,
I must thank Gordon for helping me understand
how to do cordage!(thank's for the hotpot! steve(tasty)). But most of all I would like to thank eveyone who
made it possible for me to go canoeing, Mike+sue & kids(for the lifted there),
Richard(showing me about paddling) and tony for being instistent that I go.
Hope I can be at the next one.
http://www.redcross.org.uk/standard.asp?id=40631
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can
change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has."
I thought I'd post some pics taken earlier today at the meet of Peter demonstrating knife-making and Wayne doing some archery instruction.
No, that knife is not hot - I was trying to stay out of frame :D
Really nice to meet everyone :)
Ditto!
Well the weather was fantastic and the company great, plenty of new faces turning up (and some "old" ones <cough>jamie...)
Big thanks to everyone who did talks throughout the weekend, had a fantastic time, although I think Sams got some words for whoever got me totally hooked on the field artery....
Thanks also to Mel for running the "Creche", hopefully you've recovered by now :P
And finally a big thanks to Tone for organising the weekend,.
Now ROLL ON JULY :-D
Matt
Well the weather was fantastic and the company great, plenty of new faces turning up (and some "old" ones <cough>jamie...)
Sounds like you need to get that cough sorted out Lith....you pikey get!
It was an awesome weekend and good job by Tone and everyone did classes.
Great site, beautiful weather and great people......lovely to see everyone and make some new friends.
I got hooked on the field archery myself, and I think that there was a lot of that this weekend so much so that I think that there are enough people to get involved in starting up the BCUK Field Archery Club........
All the best
"so much so that I think that there are enough people to get involved in starting up the BCUK Field Archery Club........"
oooh, interesting idea...
"although I think Sams got some words for whoever got me totally hooked on the field artery...."
<Hopes Sam didn't notice whose bow Lith used when he was first trying it...>
I'll second Matt's comments.
Thoroughly enjoyed it (despite the sunburn). Just need to make sure I can make the July one now...and try to persuade Imi to come along as well. We can leave her son in the creche and have a gret time. :D
<cue very loud and long stream of swearing>
I can't make the event as I've got family stuff already booked for that weekend. Bogger, blast and Damnation!
<goes off to sulk...>
Fenlander
31-05-2005, 13:44
Just wondering - will there be any rabbit skinning there?
That's something we can do at the next East Anglia group meet :)
Once a date is fixed, send me a reminder just before and I will obtain some ;)
Well the weather was fantastic and the company great, plenty of new faces turning up (and some "old" ones <cough>jamie...)
Big thanks to everyone who did talks throughout the weekend, had a fantastic time, although I think Sams got some words for whoever got me totally hooked on the field artery....
Thanks also to Mel for running the "Creche", hopefully you've recovered by now :P
And finally a big thanks to Tone for organising the weekend,.
Now ROLL ON JULY :-D
Matt
Hi all.
I'm glad everyone enjoyed the archery. It made all the hard work worthwhile. Thanks esp to Mel and Rob for loaning their equipment.
A BCUK club is an interesting concept. Might take some working out though.
Their are some natural archers out there.
Anyone is welcome to come and shoot in my woods.
Thans to Tony and Dave for their efforts on our behalf.
The General
31-05-2005, 17:18
I can't wait! I have some toys to play with and a nice hamock to kip in (thanks Tony! ;) )
Things I really want to try this year
1. Friction firelighting
2. More time with Chris trying a bow out!
3. Tracking
bushwacker bob
31-05-2005, 18:19
Many thanks to Tony for organising it and all the hard work by everyone else involved in knowledge sharing.
I only managed the Sunday but it was a great day,very relaxed and informative and such a friendly bunch of people.
K I deserve a flogging, forgot to thanks Dave for letting us use the site and for all the work he put in, cheers mate.
Hi,
Thanks to everyone that organised this event. it was my first bcuk thing. Looking forward to the next one.
I forget the name of the person that did the bow-making talk but I was wondering if it would be possible to find out the name of the book he mentioned using to make his bows.
Definitely up for giving that a go.
Cheers.
Hi all,
I would just like to reinforce what every one else is saying here and to thank Tony, Dave, Jed, Chris, Stuart and every one else involved in making the May Moot such a successful and enjoyable week-end. The atmosphere through out the week end was superb and the willingness for so many people to share their time and knowledge was commendable. I think particular praise should go to those that worked away in the background (whilst monitoring a small army of kids at the top of the hill!) that supported the main organisers and helped to keep things ticking along so well.
For me, it was good to put faces to so many names that regularly appear on the bcuk forum, the wealth of knowledge at hand was incredible and the friendliness of every one went to make it one of the most relaxing, sociable and informative weekends I can remember for a long while. I look forward to the next time we are all able to get together and hopefully seeing many more of you there,
Woody
Great meet guys, I'm sad that I had to leave on Saturday night but got in two good evenings chat and a great day on Saturday. Nice to meet some new folk as well as catch up with people from last July.
"Moderators Corner" was a very good place to chill - cheers guys - so was sitting around with Ed & Tony at 3AM as the main campfire was burning out ! Must get a deerskin...
Photos to follow,
Alick
Bardster
01-06-2005, 17:56
Hi,
Thanks to everyone that organised this event. it was my first bcuk thing. Looking forward to the next one.
I forget the name of the person that did the bow-making talk but I was wondering if it would be possible to find out the name of the book he mentioned using to make his bows.
Definitely up for giving that a go.
Cheers.
It was me :)
and there were a couple of books.
The Traditional Archers Handbook, Hilary Greenland, ISBN 0952462761
The Heratage of the Longbow, Pip Bickerstaffe, Private Printing
Both are available from quicks archery
Hope that helps
John Burton
01-06-2005, 19:07
We need to add our thanks to all for a fab weekend, informative, friendly, and fun. The biggest of all possible thanks to Mel for sharing her archery skills with us and our children - they are all hooked and we will be looking for equipment in the coming months. Thanks for your patience, Mel, you certainly planted a seed of interest in our children and us!!
Thanks again to all the smiley friendly folk :) , Bardster, David, Woody, Jakonen, etc., and that nice bloke with a hat and a smile whose name we still don't know :confused: .
Biddlesby
01-06-2005, 19:14
I'm looking forward to some friction fire-lighting and some archery as well. As for tracking - I don't think I'm that much of a tracking person.
That's something we can do at the next East Anglia group meet :)
Once a date is fixed, send me a reminder just before and I will obtain some ;)
Didn't say I actually wanted to skin a rabbit! :s :D.
Still, I hope somebody forces me into it. I'm sure it won't be that bad....will it.....?
I'm very happy that your tribe enjoyed it :) It was certainly great for me to see new people getting excited about our sport - If you want any advice about kit or clubs please drop us a line.
To all - if any of you discover that you have inadvertently put one of our tabs or bracers in your pocket, could you pm Rob. Cheers.
Dont forget Wayne and Val either - the archery would not have been do-able without their help.
I just sat there getting sunburned ;)
Er... I've got a couple of lumps of rebar I think you left. Did you want them back in the same shape?
Er... I've got a couple of lumps of rebar I think you left. Did you want them back in the same shape?
rebar? And i thought I left the heavy bows at home ;)
Biddlesby
01-06-2005, 23:41
Just thought I'd say that I've written a short (hmmm) piece on my experience at the spring-meet on my new blog (http://fatgerbil.kayssplace.com/blog/). It hasn't been configured fully yet and it's using the default template - so it's a bit basic, but the text is there.
Find it here (http://fatgerbil.kayssplace.com/blog/).
I would justy like to say that it was a pleasure meeting the people that I had not met before and it was very good to see those that I already new.
Thank you to Tony, Dave, Stuart, Jakunen, Woody, Bardster, Espy, Jed, Charlie, Ed, Rob, Wayne, Mel, Sam and Ivan amongst others for thier hard work on both organising and running workshops on the meet. If this was anything to go by then any meet will be more than worth going to :).
All the best to everyone that was there that I met (a very nice group of people) and long may it continue :)
Thankyou to everyone who came .... old faces and new alike...... you made it a fantastic weedend. I'll look forward to meeting up again with you all again sometime. :D
:)
Ed
What a fantastic weekend. :D
The weather Gods were smiling, although they did get a bit enthusiastic as I’m peeling big time! :o The Site was lovely, although things getting blown down on Sat did add some excitement to the weekend! And the company, well, who could ask for more. A hundred people were there on Sat and had about 130 over the weekend, new faces and old, but all just as welcoming and willing to have a great time. I had many people come up to me to say that you were all a fantastic bunch, that they had been a bit apprehensive about coming but upon arrival all their apprehension had just faded away, that’s a compliment to you all. :)
Those that gave of their time are the real heroes of the weekend, they were amazingly selfless and happily spent time helping any anyone that enquired of them, so much went on that there was something for everyone, for all, it was a fantastic experience that was both educational and relaxed in just the right balance. To all of you that offered your time, equipment and expertise I take my hat off to you. Thank you.
A thank you to Braziers is also in order, it was a great site and the facilities were gratefully received! The wood burning showers were envied by many and I know that it was the best shower a few have had in a while! Dave and others put in a lot of effort to get the site sorted before the horde arrived, thanks to them we had a good site.
Thanks to you all for creating a great event, see you at the next one. ;)
It was me :)
and there were a couple of books.
The Traditional Archers Handbook, Hilary Greenland, ISBN 0952462761
The Heratage of the Longbow, Pip Bickerstaffe, Private Printing
Both are available from quicks archery
Hope that helps
thanks for that.
It was the Greenland one I think.
Looking forward to giving it a go.
Just a big huge thank you to everyone who helped out over the weekend, it was a great success. It was really nice to meet up with friends again and make new ones, there was a really happy atmosphere there. The kids all had a terrific time, a MASSIVE THANK YOU to Mel, Rob, Wayne and Val for their patience and long suffering going round and round the archery circuit with the kids, they all absolutely loved it, and your efforts were very much appreciated.
We are really looking forward to the next meet, and hope to enjoy many more!
Thanks again!!
Hi All,
My first chance to post since the weekend. Thanks to all for a brilliant time. My first one of these (it won't be the last). I wasn't sure what to expect but the friendliness and open-handedness of all does a lot to increase one's faith in human nature. Thanks to Jamie, Rich, Alick and Ed for making space over at Hammock Central
I took great encouragement from those I asked help from and I will put pictures of my knife up when it is finished. I have decided to make two actually - one for my other half who doen't have her own - yet. Thanks to Ivan and Jed especially on that.
Just in case you're interested "Slasher" Lenton made it home without further incident!
see you soon
Just in case you're interested "Slasher" Lenton made it home without further incident!
It was great to meet you mate and slasher as well.......hope he didnt bleed too much over your car seats! Hope to see you both again soon
Well they say a picture paints a thousand words so here are a few thousand words. These are in no particular order.
Bardster demonstrating bowmaking.
http://img249.echo.cx/img249/3346/bardsterbowmaking1hw.jpg
Tony, Jamie and Grasshoper having a go at archery as Bushwacker Bob Val and others watched.
http://img249.echo.cx/img249/8849/tonejamieandgrasshopper7tz.jpg
Ed Teaching how to make snares.
http://img249.echo.cx/img249/3961/edteachingsnares1vt.jpg
Stuart teaching about trapping.
http://img249.echo.cx/img249/5161/stuarttrapping2xf.jpg
Espy trying to get a tune out of some mythical instrument. :)
http://img249.echo.cx/img249/9383/espytryingtogetatune6wd.jpg
He eventaully gave up and deciced to forge a knife :D
http://img249.echo.cx/img249/3508/espytheforger5yf.jpg
Sam teaching basic navigation using a compass
http://img111.echo.cx/img111/654/p1000110small0ma.jpg
ESpy teaching sharpening as Ray sharpened his knife. Sorry the flash left him with white dots in front of his eyes for a while :o
http://img111.echo.cx/img111/7079/p1000063small0ff.jpg
Woody giving a lecture on tracking.
http://img111.echo.cx/img111/5981/woodywithavidwatchers6fh.jpg
And later teaching the superman method of tracking :D
http://img111.echo.cx/img111/9829/supermanmethodoftracking0kb.jp g
All in all an excellent weekend :D
jdlenton
02-06-2005, 15:42
Hi All
This was my first bcuk meet up and it was fantastic had a great time. I met lots of great people it’s really nice to know that you good people are out there. Learnt a lot came away with even more questions and enthusiasm to try new things /get back into old things.
Thanks to every one for their organisational efforts and to those who gave their time and knowledge so others could learn, a big special thanks to the firstaiders my finger hasn’t dropped of yet but it’s gone a bit green!!! Is it supposed to do that?
See you all in July
Yours Slasher
It was all the time you spent with Pete sharpening Mate, if you want any pictures of the triggers from Stuarts lectures PM me and I will get them sent out to you :)
raskusdrotti
02-06-2005, 20:46
Hi All!
Does anyone know how many people were at last year's summer meet?
I haven't been to any bcuk meets but i went to the wilderness gathering last year, met some great people.
Rask :D
Really nice pictures, Leon (and your knife was a thing of beauty). Special thanks from me to Espy for showing his knife making craft, and Mel and Wayne for showing me how to use a bow (and not shouting "take cover" when I did).
And of course to Tony for making me and every other new member feel welcome.
raskusdrotti
02-06-2005, 22:33
Great pics! :)
Is this the sort of stuff we can expect at the July meet?
I would think so, so far there have only been 2 of the meets, but on both they were well recieved by all who went and have been informative also and I think that comes across :)
Thanks Kirruth for both the compliments :D
VIRULENT SALAMANDER
02-06-2005, 23:36
Hi everyone hope your well!. Once more thanks to those who put it together and those who did demo's all of which made a good weekend(my first).It would seem I have to go to the next one because I missed some good stuff on saturday while canoeing(which was A1). "Beholden"!
" my finger hasn’t dropped of yet but it’s gone a bit green!!! Is it supposed to do that?"jdlenton.
Not to worry your just getting greenfingers, you can keep the plaster/bandage Lol.
Good luck with the deadfall mech.
Last year was our first meet and was quite small. About 30 odd + kids at a time when BCUK had a lot less members. This years looks like it will be bigger as its been planned well in advance and there are alot more members now :)
Ed
we had over 100 people at last weeks spring moot and we are expecting the summer one to be as big if not bigger
The General
03-06-2005, 11:45
3 times as many people? :eek:
Stuart, would you be able to show me how to wear my traditional Arabic headscarf/shemagh (spelling) :o
I bought one from a vendor in Germany.
raskusdrotti
03-06-2005, 12:09
You've probably been asked this one loads:
How much is it and how do i get tickets?
The last one was £20 for 3 days or so and we were allowed to pay on the gate, the previous summer one was payed for by PayPal, but Tony is probably a better person to answer this :)
Special thanks from me to Espy for showing his knife making craft....
You're quite welcome! The real question from me after the demo is - have I persuaded anyone else to have a go?
BTW - are there any decent photos of the finished knife around? Tony???!!
You're quite welcome! The real question from me after the demo is - have I persuaded anyone else to have a go?
BTW - are there any decent photos of the finished knife around? Tony???!!
I wouldn't mind giving it a bash :D and sorry Pete I have nothing of the fully finished article :o
If anyone's read my thread on the new members forum, you'll see that I know of virtually no one else that has the same interests as us. So I will definatly be there, booking time off tommorrow. if anyone's in South Wales'ish area I don't mind going out of my way to pick you up if you need a lift (as long as your willing to contribute to diesel costs), if anyone is really stuck I'll go a little further to pick you up - let me know where your needing picking up from and I'll tell you whether it to far or not. I have an eight seater so plenty of room for, well eight peopple really and all ther kit!!!!!
Looking forward to meeting loadza new mates. See you there.
The General
06-06-2005, 00:38
You fancy a trip to North Wales? :D ;)
3 times as many people? :eek:
Stuart, would you be able to show me how to wear my traditional Arabic headscarf/shemagh (spelling) :o
I bought one from a vendor in Germany.
of course, be happy too
If anyone's read my thread on the new members forum, you'll see that I know of virtually no one else that has the same interests as us. So I will definatly be there, booking time off tommorrow. if anyone's in South Wales'ish area I don't mind going out of my way to pick you up if you need a lift (as long as your willing to contribute to diesel costs), if anyone is really stuck I'll go a little further to pick you up - let me know where your needing picking up from and I'll tell you whether it to far or not. I have an eight seater so plenty of room for, well eight peopple really and all ther kit!!!!!
Looking forward to meeting loadza new mates. See you there.
It's going to be good to have you and thanks for the kind offer of the lift for people :D
Are there any spaces left?
Things are still up in the air a bit for me a I start a new job next month, so I'm not sure waht time I'll be able to get off. But I'm going try and get down at least Saturday and Sunday
Yeah, loads of space, it's a huge site with plenty of room for people to stay. It'll be good to see you :D
could anyone who has pictures of last years BCUK Moot please post some of them in this thread, Mine are all locked away in the gallery which is currenty down
The General
06-06-2005, 17:10
of course, be happy too
Cheers! :D
Bring a knife, sharpen it will I, Hmmmm may the force... :D
Another sharpening workshop from the General???? :D
Fenlander
06-06-2005, 19:00
3 times as many people? :eek:
Stuart, would you be able to show me how to wear my traditional Arabic headscarf/shemagh (spelling) :o
I bought one from a vendor in Germany.
This might help :D .....its where I learnt how to wear mine ;)
http://www.actiongear.com/agcatalog/shemagh.html
You fancy a trip to North Wales? :D ;)
Wayne, RAC route planner tells me that's a nine hour round trip. Hope you make it anyway but it's too far for me.
Sorry mate.
Ogri the trog
06-06-2005, 19:23
Blast it,
Not only am I due to be working for that entire weekend, but if I was to get off then there are family visiting whom I ought to give priority over having some fun.
And there was me all looking forward to it.
Mutter mutter, chunter chunter.
Ogri the trog
Biddlesby
06-06-2005, 22:16
Unlucky.
That shemagh wrap instructions site reminds me of the site, somewhere, to make a ninja headdress out of a T-shirt.
We had some fantastic workshops at the last Meet, anyone interested in offering their time at the July meet to do workshops/demonstrations etc would be most welcome :D We've already got some great stuff going on but any offers are welcome. Let me know via PM and I can sort out the structure of the weekend Thanks guys and Girls :D
The General
07-06-2005, 15:23
Another sharpening workshop from the General???? :D
If people want me to? :o
The General
07-06-2005, 17:04
Cheers Peter, though you are just saying that so you don't get roped into it! ;) :D
You want a hand with the knifemaking again this year?
Cheers Peter, though you are just saying that so you don't get roped into it! ;) :D
Busted... :)
You want a hand with the knifemaking again this year?
Might not be a knife this time... ;)
(OK, and I'm using the gas forge)
The General
07-06-2005, 22:07
If its an axe or sword... its mine! :D :D :D
I'ts a shame I can't come and pick you up (as I said it's a bit far) cos I have a knife (only 440 stainless with no manufacturer) I'd like you to get/or show me how to get a decent edge on.
How about we meet half way, if you can make it to about Builth Wells (or there abouts) I'll come and pick you up??
How does that sound
The General
07-06-2005, 23:42
I am traveling by train so I think my best bet is Bridgend station :(
The General
07-06-2005, 23:43
Thanks for the offer though! :o How rude of me not to say that! :o
beach bum
08-06-2005, 00:12
As another local, can I also offer anyone in need a lift from Cardiff General, Bridgend or Cardiff Airport, if anyone wants give me a shout. ;)
regards
beach bum
The General
08-06-2005, 14:45
Train tickets booked! :D Bargain price of £29 return as well!!!! :)
Travelling down on the Friday, Chester station arriving 11:49, then Newport at 15:13, then Bridgend at 16:06 same as last year I think! :eek:
Leaving Monday Bridgend at 17:00 so I can rest easy on the Monday and not feel rushed to leave. :)
Accck Wish I could've made that one but was DJing a young ladies 18th birthday. No bookings for me next year I'll be leaving the whole weekend free :D
I'm in bloomin Canada for this one too !!! There's no justice I tell ya. I'll have to just have a quiet moment thinking about you all when i'm snuggled next to my fire under the mighty redwoods :cool:
That's it then, I've bought the ticket. All that remains is for me to tell the boss that he won't see me on the Friday!!
From what I've read of the Spring meet I think it's safe to say that we're in for a bloody good weekend.
See ya al there, if not before :rolleyes:
Graywolf
09-06-2005, 14:36
I'm coming with one of the kids ,all would come but someones gotta look after all the wifes pets ,looks like this will be my first meet as I'm a greenhorn but really looking forward as the wive has said I can come and play.Leaving London Paddington at 11.45 - arr;Bridgend Station 14.06 .Hope to learn lots. ;)
Clayton
Graywolf
09-06-2005, 15:10
Forgot to ask is their anything I need to bring? :rolleyes:
Clayton
C_Claycomb
09-06-2005, 16:40
is their anything I need to bring?
Camping kit........ :rolleyes: :D
If you have a camp stove then thats a good thing to have too. There will probably be a main fire that you can cook on, that worked at last summer's meet, but with more people it becomes a bit harder and a stove or some such is a good idea.
Don't forget some bog roll :D Though there are flush toilets, they probably won't have enough paper.
Graham_S
10-06-2005, 21:43
Train tickets booked! :D Bargain price of £29 return as well!!!! :)
Travelling down on the Friday, Chester station arriving 11:49, then Newport at 15:13, then Bridgend at 16:06 same as last year I think! :eek:
Leaving Monday Bridgend at 17:00 so I can rest easy on the Monday and not feel rushed to leave. :)
you're arriving on the same train as me, looking forward to meeting you.
Biddlesby
10-06-2005, 22:56
Just wondering; is there a 'knots' tutorial planned? If not, I'd like to request one. Just simple, effective and common knots.
The General
10-06-2005, 23:10
you're arriving on the same train as me, looking forward to meeting you.
Sounds good! :D
Graywolf
11-06-2005, 00:26
Look forward to meeting you as well Graham and having a great weekend.
Clayton
Sounds good! :D
Wayne if I can Humalny be there I have somethig for you that I should of dropped off last year.
I am interested in the sharpening side of life as all the stuff that I tend to do is in the field. All the best, Leon :)
The General
11-06-2005, 02:01
Wayne if I can Humalny be there I have somethig for you that I should of dropped off last year.
I am interested in the sharpening side of life as all the stuff that I tend to do is in the field. All the best, Leon :)
Sounds interesting! :)
how do you book your place?
how do you book your place?
Last time it was payed for via PayPal, but the last meeting in May we said that we would be there and then turned up and payed on the day :D
so, does anyone know for definate how to book a place
so, does anyone know for definate how to book a place
I do :D
If you'd like to pay via pay pal then give me a PM, I'm also happy for people to pay on the gate so to speak. I know that many like to pay up front to make sure that they can go, this also makes it easier for me as I know more about numbers.
The next ones will be much more organised when it comes to booking etc
I hope that helps
thanks, i'll try to get my dad to cough up tonight! How much is it again?
The General
13-06-2005, 10:36
I am happy to pay on the day or send cash. As long as I don't have to use Paypal ;)
I'll most likely be using tarp & hammock (never been a big tent fan - in fact I don't own one!!).
Any ideas as to what or where I can store my kit safely, when I'm out and about seeing the sights etc (I'd rather not have to carry it around with me all weekend. Or will it be safe enough left wherever I set up my bed.
Appreciate your suggestions.
I'd like to say it's safe where you set up, there's no one else on the site except for us lot, so, there's no wandering strangers etc
I couldn't see anyone walking off with anything really mate, of course there is a chance, but i'd be willing to take the risk myself.
That's good enough for me, cheers guys.
I'd like to say it's safe where you set up, there's no one else on the site except for us lot, so, there's no wandering strangers etc
Never heard of any problems (touch wood) with anythng going missing from the campsite (Would you want to risk it with all the knives, axes etc. that are going to be on display!!!!). I'm coming along and will be happy leaving my gear in my tent.
There have been a couple of thefts from cars recently - a rare occurrence. Steve the Estate manager is onto it and has passed the car reg. of onto the Police so that should be sorted soon. If there are not too many people we should be able to park vehicle in the campsite itself so this won't be a problem. If you are planning to visit on your own bear in mind that although the car park has somebody manning it during the day at weekends during the week it may be unattended. So if you are visiting don't leave valuables (money, eqpt. whatever) in your car. Common sense but you would be surprised how many people still do it.
Well as SWMBO and the kids will be at the Peak 2005 Guide and Scout camp me thinks a long weekend in S Wales sounds like a good idea! So barring unforseen disaster I'll be there.
Cheers
David
What an excellent decision Dave :D
I'll have my tent with me but also hammock and hoochie. Havn't got a clue how to set up the latter hope someone will be able to show me. The other thing that's be totally cool if anyone is up for it is to see how you moccasin makers did it.
Me I'm happy to takl knives and knife making with anyone who will listen!
Cheers
David
I'll talk sharps! :D
I'll show you how to put up the hammock if you don't know how :)
Buckshot
20-06-2005, 09:02
I'll have my tent with me but also hammock and hoochie. Havn't got a clue how to set up the latter hope someone will be able to show me. The other thing that's be totally cool if anyone is up for it is to see how you moccasin makers did it.
Me I'm happy to takl knives and knife making with anyone who will listen!
Cheers
David
I'm not expert by if you catch me at a quiet time I'll happily talk you through what I did. I'll bring mine along anyway so you can how they turned out.
Cheers
Mark
is there anyone coming who is confident enoungh in a subject to run a workshop at the moot and pass on there knowleadge to others?
if you are send me a PM and tell me what you would like to teach, and I will make arrangments for you.
Biddlesby
20-06-2005, 17:33
Following that request I'd like to reiterate the fact that I'd like to learn some knots there :). Simple ones will do.
Bardster
20-06-2005, 19:27
Following that request I'd like to reiterate the fact that I'd like to learn some knots there :). Simple ones will do.
I have a few good books on knots - inc Ashley's - the knot tyers bible - I will bring them along.
Biddlesby
20-06-2005, 20:59
Fantastic I'll search you out if I go :).
Justin Time
20-06-2005, 23:09
Is there still a ban on dogs?
Justin Time
20-06-2005, 23:47
shame, I can take my dog into the public car park and wander about the dunes to my hearts content... Oh Well. I suppose I can just pop down for the day
Bardster
22-06-2005, 23:30
I have a few good books on knots - inc Ashley's - the knot tyers bible - I will bring them along.
Referencing my own post.... I dug out this old link http://www.ropeworks.biz/text/arch.html#DOWNLOAD
and printed them out to make my own book - some great useful knots
he also sells the complete book or CD
also http://www.pbenyon.plus.com/B_S_M/Contents.html
which although a boys manual of seamanship and gunnery contains a fair few knots
raskusdrotti
22-06-2005, 23:39
Hey Bard!
I've just been on your site - have to say you make some great gear!
I look forward to seeing your "satchel" possibles pouch at the meetup. :D
Neil
No guarantees just yet, but if I can get down (and I really am hoping I can!) I'm more than happy to run some kinda guided walks, pointing out edible, medicinal and generally useful plants. (with the obvious caveats that I'm not a professional or insured if you mishear me saying that eating hemlock is a good idea :eek:)
I'm also happy to help people getting set up with and improving bow drill technique - but I'm guessing there'll probably be enough people able to do this that it'll be a big collective workshop :D
Things I'd like to learn include better knife-sharpening technique, and a lot of knowledge from people who've all tried doing things different ways for everything bushcrafty - so I don't hve to! (still hunting for the 'ideal' hammock knots).
Now I just have to find that fine dividing line between packing a minimal kit to look like a proper bushcrafter but packing enough kit and equipment to look like, err, a proper bushcrafter :rolleyes:
I am going with the family, minimal kit consists of a tent that could hold a circus, along with all the comforts! In my defence it is teh only way teh wife would go camping. :o
Now I just have to find that fine dividing line between packing a minimal kit to look like a proper bushcrafter but packing enough kit and equipment to look like, err, a proper bushcrafter :rolleyes:
When you see me you'll think I'm out for a week. If I'm away more than a couple of nights I tend to use one of those british army bergens with the huuuuuuggge zip-on side pockets. It's handy being able to store all the essentials in the side pockets where they're easily accessible and everything else like sleeping bags/clothing etc in the main compatment. It looks huge but it's (usually) half empty :o
I am going with the family, minimal kit consists of a tent that could hold a circus, along with all the comforts! In my defence it is teh only way teh wife would go camping. :o
Don't worry Goose, I only live 5 miles away and I'll be doing the same!
I feel better now! Was half expecting everyone else to be living in debris shelters and using reindeer skins to sleep in :D
:D
The idea is to relax and enjoy yourself, which means you can take what you want to make yourself comfortable, no ones sitting in judgment. Tents, hammocks, on the ground, under a tarp.....whatever you fancy
one of the advantages of this is that people can see a range of different kit, get opinions on it etc, the main advantage though...you have a good weekend!
I was most impressed by the yurt, complete with cast iron woodburning stove, at the last meet. Good to see the range, from a tarp to effectively a small building...
theorsmeister
29-06-2005, 21:45
is there a time limit as to when we can sign up (as it were)
coz i may have to check the diary
Nope, you're under no pressure, get there if you can ;)
theorsmeister
30-06-2005, 20:48
When are u gonna post further details,
or do we have to contact you personally?
Cheers
Urmmm, there are 113 posts in this thread, all the information for the meetup is at the beginning, which bit didn't you understand?
Urmmm, there are 113 posts in this thread,
That's a lie!
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Please I haven't been on the Forums for quite a while now so I am trying to get back in the game... :)
Guys please can anyone tell me the exact details of the bushcrfatuk Summer 2005 meetup: location, date, how to get there for those who don't drive (train/bus/walk connections).
Many Thanks fore your assistance
Nomade
VIRULENT SALAMANDER
01-07-2005, 22:57
.... .. Hello, I hope your all going to have a nice relaxing time at MM, here a link
from last years that seem's to give local roads,
http://www.multimap.com/map/photo.cgi?client=public&X=285000&Y=177000&width=500&height=300&gride=&gridn=&srec=0&coordsys=gb&db=freegaz&pc=&zm=0&scale=25000&right.x=3&right.y=92
yet I find asking around locally will normal produce good results!
Have fun people.
see you there.
Just so that the people that aren't from this area or aren't familiar with MM, can someone confirm that the main carpark is the place to be heading.
Sorry if I'm wrong but if I remember correctly I'm sure there are two two car parks at MM. Is that right?
When are u gonna post further details,
or do we have to contact you personally?
Guys please can anyone tell me the exact details of the bushcrfatuk Summer 2005 meetup: location, date, how to get there for those who don't drive (train/bus/walk connections).
Hiya guys and gals, It seems that quite a few of you are having problems finding the detail of the meetup. All of the info you require can be found by trawling this thread, the info seems a bit scattered I know :( and can be hard to find at times, but just to reiterate.....
Hi everyone, I thought I'd get the dates of the Summer meet up so that everyone knows when and where it is.
It's in the same place as last year for those that went and for those that didn't it's at Merthyr Mawr in South Wales.
The dates are July 29th to Aug 1st
Anyone is more than welcome to come for a day or for the whole period.
These meets are for everyone, no matter how involved you are in bushcraft, bring the family
The cost will be £20 an adult and £10 for 12-16 years and free below that. If you can just make a night or two it will be £7 a night.
You can just turn up and pay on the day, or if you want to use paypal you can pay in advance.
nomade-- the nearest train station is at Bridgend. Your best bet is to arrange a pickup with one of the members here.... there are a couple of people travelling down by train that have organised lifts from the station.....
Here is a map for those comming by car :)
http://www.streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=288500&y=177500&z=3&sv=merthyr+mawr&st=3&tl=Merthyr+Mawr,+Bridgend+/+Pen-y-Bont+ar+Ogwr+[City/Town/Village]&searchp=newsearch.srf&mapp=newmap.srf
Just so that the people that aren't from this area or aren't familiar with MM, can someone confirm that the main carpark is the place to be heading.
Yep... the main car park where steve the groundsman hangs out collecting car parking fees. Head for there. The private campite is through the gate to the left next to the car park gate. Don't be too worried.... we'll have it well sign posted so there should be no problems.
Hope this clears a few things up....... and see you there :D
Ed
BCUK BUSHMOOT SUMMER 2005
The dates are July 29th to Aug 1st
Any one is more than welcome to come for a day or for the whole period.
These meets are for everyone, no matter how involved you are in bushcraft, bring the family
The cost for the campsite will be £20 an adult and £10 for 12-16 years and free below that. If you can just make a night or two it will be £7 a night.
You can pay on the day or If you would like to pay via paypal then the address is shop@bushcraftuk.net
Here's some info about the site.
The estate has an incredibly varied mixture of terrain with:
• 300 acres of forest including broad leaf coppice and ancient woodland
• 5 square kilometres of sand dunes (the second largest and highest in Europe)
• 4.5 kilometres of coastline (with the second largest tidal change in the world)
• 6 kilometres of river
• an estuary
• 3 natural springs
• 2 castles
• numerous streams and ponds
The outstanding diversity of flora and fauna on this site has earned it no less than five designations.
• SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest
• NNR National Nature Reserve
• SPC Special Area of Conservation
• SAM scheduled ancient monument
• Heritage Coast
Our base camp is fully equipped with running water, toilets, showers and a purpose built lecture building for when indoor lectures are appropriate
The nearest bus and train stations are located in the city of Bridgend.
A map showing myther mawr in relation to the city of Bridgend and the M4 motorway:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v174/diabolik/map3.gif
A map showing the Merthyr Mawr estate, the red arrow marks the BCUK bushmoot car park:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v174/diabolik/map1.gif
A satellite photo of the area shown in the map above:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v174/diabolik/phot1.gif
theorsmeister
02-07-2005, 19:04
Wot time u want us up there,
and is any1 giving lifts from the station,
how far is the station frmo the meet, coz i could walk i guess, if its not too long,
Cheers!!
theorsmeister
02-07-2005, 19:12
Are there any buses that go from the station 2 the meet up??
Cheers!!
Graham_S
02-07-2005, 21:21
there are a few people from the site on the train arriving at 1608. it's only a couple of miles to the campsite apparently so i'm planning to walk (although i won't turn down a lift if offered ;) )
theorsmeister
02-07-2005, 22:08
Graham_S
I no we havent met, but I dont know the way(i know there's a map, but you know) and am probably gonna walk as well,
mind if I go with you?
Cheers
Graham_S
03-07-2005, 00:02
no problem. with a map and a compass you can find anywhere. iirc the general is on the same train and i think he's been there before.
Count me in
And THEORSMEISTER and Graham_s, I am going to walk aswell, so wait for me.
Someone else said something about arrival times, what time do you want us to be at the Campsite and what time will we be leaving on the last day, sorry if I am repeating, i am booking the tickets with virgin and you have to put a time down.
you can arrive any time you like on the friday after 9:30am and most people will be leaving around lunch time on the monday
Thank you Stuart. Does it matter that i cannot get there before 12, because it is a long train journey. Any particular kit you want us to bring
The General
04-07-2005, 00:22
I will be departing on the Monday in the afternoon, my train is about 5pm so I figured leave about 4pm.
Thank you Stuart. Does it matter that i cannot get there before 12, because it is a long train journey. Any particular kit you want us to bring
you can turn up and leave anytime you like between 9:30 on the friday and 12:00 on the monday.
bring what ever you need to sleep under the stars and anything you think would be of intrest to other bushcrafters
weekend_warrior
05-07-2005, 23:17
I'll be arriving at Bridgend at 16:06 from Paddington, be good to meet up with anyone who's on the same train - happy to walk it, but a lift would also be gratefully received :D