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Bushcraft UK Wild Foods weekend - 8th - 10th October 2010
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The Bushcraft UK, weekend Wild Foods course is a low cost high quality opportunity for members of the Bushcraft UK community to experience top of the range instruction in fantastic rural Dorset that's renowned for it's huge variety of wild edibles.
During the course students will be expected to participate in routine tasks around the camp such as firewood collection and general camp duties.
COURSE DETAILS:
Course provider: Bushcraft Expeditions.
Closing date for places: August 30th 2010
Minimum numbers: 12
Maximum numbers: 16
Minimum age: 18 (17 if accompanied by an adult)
Date of Course - 8th - 10th October 2010
RV time 18:00hr on the 8rd - Hooke, Dorset
Accommodation: Attendees provide tents, sleeping bags etc.
Catering: Self catering and foraged foods
Cost: £120
The Seasonal wild foods workshops ( Forest , Field and stream) will enable you to identify, collect and prepare safely the multitude of wild foods available in the English country side. You will be instructed in techniques for identifying, collecting, preparing and dressing wild seasonal edibles.
Email info@bushcraftuk.com ('Wild Food Course' in the subject) to register your interest and receive payment details.
Add your interest in this course to the list below.
Interested:
Toddy
jackcbr
Yes I'm very interested in this course.
Geoff
Jaysurfer
04-07-2010, 12:14
me 2...
Interested:
Toddy
jackcbr
geoff88
jaysurfer
Yes please
Toddy
jackcbr
geoff88
jaysurfer
Shewie
squidgycub
04-07-2010, 13:14
This sounds really good. will techniques for drying and preserving/storing wild foods be covered??
Also will any plants for use as medicine be covered?
Ok I have provisional yes from the wife
This sounds really good. will techniques for drying and preserving/storing wild foods be covered??
Also will any plants for use as medicine be covered?
Hi and thanks for your interest Squidgycub,
In short, that's a yes to all your questions
Woody
Id liketo be in this - subject to SWMBOs veto
Cheers
Nick
Big Geordie
07-07-2010, 14:02
Hi Guys,
Me too please. Hopefully I will be able to tell the difference when I get home.:o
Atb
G:)
Gailainne
07-07-2010, 19:53
Me also
Toddy
jackcbr
geoff88
jaysurfer
Shewie
Atros
nickg
Big Geordie
Gailainne
Toddy
jackcbr
geoff88
jaysurfer
Shewie
Atros
nickg
Big Geordie
Gailainne
dave53
Emails have gone out to all in the list, we're 2 people short as a couple have dropped out so bring some people with you :D
Why has the price risen by £60?
Geoff
Bush Matt
14-07-2010, 16:01
I'd like to add myself. Could you send me any details please Tony. Cheers, matt.
Toddy
jackcbr
geoff88
jaysurfer
Shewie
Atros
nickg
Big Geordie
Gailainne
dave53
Bush Matt
Why has the price risen by £60?
Geoff
Ahh, just seen this, and the answer is....because I'm an idiot, it's not gone up, it's still £120. I'll correct my emails.
Gailainne
24-07-2010, 17:33
Sorry guys, the Moot won, please take me off the list.
He he, will do.
jackcbr
geoff88
jaysurfer
Shewie
Atros
nickg
Big Geordie
dave53
Bush Matt
He he, will do.
jackcbr
geoff88
jaysurfer
Shewie
Atros
nickg
Big Geordie
dave53
Bush Matt
We're going to be asking for payment from people if we ahve enough interested by the end of August, We've just had a couple drop off so we need some more people to make this a go. Put your name on the list if you want to do this course and we'll email you with payment details at the end of August.
it's a great course and runs right after the tracking so if you make a full week of it you can combine the two together goodjob
tinkerer
28-07-2010, 23:06
is there enough space for me please? also have a friend who is interested?
Yes, indeed :D
jackcbr
geoff88
jaysurfer
Shewie
Atros
nickg
Big Geordie
dave53
Bush Matt
tinkerer x2
jackcbr
geoff88
jaysurfer
Shewie
Atros
nickg
Big Geordie
dave53
Bush Matt
tinkerer x2
Addo
Im in, cant wait. Had to fork out for the familly to have fun while im away though!
charlesr
03-08-2010, 18:28
Hi im not too sure if im too late to register my interest but i am definitely interested.
I reckon it is going to be a bit too much trouble to get over to Dorset for the weekend from the Netherlands (or is there an airport nearby?). It is a shame as I would love to meet Woody again. I got my fundamental bushcraft lessons from him and have fond memories of that week. Better luck next time. Have fun guys!
Lennart
EddBamber
18-08-2010, 10:37
Are all the bcuk expeditions for 18+?
Hehe.. it closes on my birthday :D
Ducky, there's an airport in Bournemouth, I'm not sure about further west in Dorset.
I've added a couple of names to the list. We're keeping them open for another week or so and then we'll see how things stand for this to move forward, if the list is accurate then this should be in the bag goodjob
Are all the bcuk expeditions for 18+?
Hehe.. it closes on my birthday
Yes, it's 18+ unless accompanied by a parent/guardian in which case 17 is fine :D
jackcbr
geoff88
jaysurfer
Shewie
Atros
nickg
Big Geordie
dave53
Bush Matt
tinkerer x2
Addo
charlesr
Gail
Count me in Tone... just got me pass!
Good man, I'll add you to the list.
jackcbr
geoff88
jaysurfer
Shewie
Atros
nickg
Big Geordie
dave53
Bush Matt
tinkerer x2
Addo
charlesr
Gail
Jolyon
EddBamber
22-08-2010, 20:39
Yes, it's 18+ unless accompanied by a parent/guardian in which case 17 is fine :Dl
Aww man that means i cant go for 3 years
Tony
Could you resend me the stuff you sent out earlier - i bu***red if i can find it in my machine - sad g*t that i am
Cheers
Nick
Nalaheyw
23-08-2010, 16:18
Is there still room on this???
Yes, we're taking names at this point, at the end of the month we'll be sending out all the details as long as we have enough people to justify the course, which we have now :D then as long as we have enough people pay for the course it can go ahead, we just need to make sure we've got the highest chance of the course going ahead.
Nalaheyw
27-08-2010, 15:43
When will we know if we have a place Alan :-)
Add your interest in this course to the list below.
Interested:
Toddy
jackcbr
jackcbr
geoff88
jaysurfer
Shewie
Atros
nickg
Big Geordie
dave53
Bush Matt
tinkerer x2
Addo
charlesr
Gail
Jolyon
Alan
We'll send out email after i've talked to the course provider in a couple of days, i can't see a problem at all with this running :D
Nalaheyw
30-08-2010, 09:11
Look forward to the information
Alan
just awaiting aproval for the other half! if its not filled up yet
kazinnature
30-08-2010, 14:33
Hi I just got an email this morning about this, if there is still room for one more I would love to come.
I reckon it is going to be a bit too much trouble to get over to Dorset for the weekend from the Netherlands (or is there an airport nearby?). It is a shame as I would love to meet Woody again. I got my fundamental bushcraft lessons from him and have fond memories of that week. Better luck next time. Have fun guys!
Lennart
If you're still interested, I live very close to Gatwick and could run you down and back. Would be nice to have some company on the journey.
redandshane
31-08-2010, 07:47
jackcbr
geoff88
jaysurfer
Shewie
Atros
nickg
Big Geordie
dave53
Bush Matt
tinkerer x2
Addo
charlesr
Gail
Jolyon
Alan
redandshane
Yep SWMBO is a bit drowsy and agreed
I have a slight problem although I live relatively near I dont drive; Its not a huge problem but wouldnt mind a lift from a nearby place with a station eg Yeovil if anyone thinks they can help let me know Renumeration no problem
Jaysurfer
31-08-2010, 20:21
i can give you a lift fella
So, dumb question, but who and how do I pay?
redandshane
31-08-2010, 20:57
i can give you a lift fella
Nice one mate Thanks very much
PM me I will get to you easy enough in Somerset
Devondave
31-08-2010, 21:24
Hi all - Hve been away for a while - work that is not prison. Is it too late to attend the upcoming course - the numbers have been exceeded as described earlier? Cheque in post if its a yes!!!
Amzlethe
31-08-2010, 22:32
Please may I be added to the list?
Hello!
I know I'm probably too late now but is there any room left on the course? I would really love to come.
Thanks!
I'm sorting through the emails etc that we've received for this and the Tracking course and I'll post up comments tomorrow.
Both this course and the Tracking will be running in October as scheduled. :D
Thanks to everyone that's contacted us :You_Rock_
Both this course and the Tracking will be running in October as scheduled. :D
:dancer:
Wahoo, I'll get the time booked off work now
Hi Tone
Just found this thread grrrrrr :( Are there any places left for the wild food course? If so please add me to the list.
Cheers
Craeg
I'll add you to the list, it's going to be first come first served with those first listed having the opportunity to secure their places first.
Sweet
Ya can't say fairer than that Tone :)
Cheers
Craeg
Tone...
Not had an email reply from you yet.... feals like BUshmoot all over again..;-)
redandshane
05-09-2010, 20:42
Any news?
I for one have plenty of other stuff on; so unless I get confirmation soon count me out sorry I really wanted to do this
Edit having seen post below i am e mailing and apolgising Folks have other stuff on as well
Thanks Woody
Guys,
Apologies for any delay getting information out to you, I am out in Borneo and have just emerged from the jungle today read the threads and I know Tony is very busy and may not have had time to contact every one.
If you contact Becky on 01432 356700 or email inforequest@bushcraftexpeditio ns.com she will be able to give you full details. You will need to provide your full name, address and contact details and BCUK user name.
Full payment can now be made directly to Becky in the Bushcraft Expeditions Office.
If paying by paypal the email address is as above.
If paying by card please phone the number above and Becky will take your details.
If paying directly into the bank please phone the number above for the account details.
All payments are by secure means.
The RV timing for both the Tracking course and Wild foods Course is 1800hr
All other details can be found on the first page of this thread or via our secure UK additional information page. Please contact Becky for the password for this (The password will only be given out to course members on receipt of course fees/payment)
Details of travel options for public transport etc can be found on the additional information page or by speaking to Becky in the BE office.
Clothing and equipment requirements are as per the kit list which can be found here (http://www.bushcraftexpeditions.com/uk-kit-list.php)
Please remember the courses are self-catering so you will need your field cooking facilities and food
If you have any other questions please do not hesitate to contact Becky in the Bushcraft Expeditions office.
Regards
Woody
Good man, we've made sure this is first come first served based on the list here and email received, we'll be opening up places to the reserve list after tomorrow.
jmatthews
08-09-2010, 15:08
I would like to grap a place last minute if possible please!
Cheers,
James
use the contact info above to book a place :D
Folks
Really enjoyed the weekend - thanks for the great company.
Not really wild food but i was having a chat with some of the guys about the nutritional values in the new MOD rat packs - here (http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=55296&p=683022&highlight=#post683022) is a link to a breakdown of the contents and a spreadsheet i set up for making up your own packs from the supermarket
Cheers
Nick
Cheers everyone who attended and of course Stani, Adam, and Fraser for a brilliant weekend. Hope to catch up again one day.
Im off to make some fruit leathers later on and sort out that squirrel hide too.
Fraser was a wealth of information. I now know the ultimate test if a knife has a decent blade after skinning the Dogfish, man are they tough skinned.
I'll keep an eye out for a stave Nick.
Guys and Gal I had great time! It was an absoloute pleasure to meet with you all. Was a constant learning experiance during the day and into the night and I am allready working on how to tweet like a miss placed bird!
Found some fishing line that was recomended by the dutchman
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/300m-15lb-DYNEEMA-BRAID-sinking-camo-fishing-line-/390250015346?pt=UK_SportsLeisu re_Fishing_Line_JN&hash=item5adcb6aa72
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Berkley-Fireline-15lb-Smoke-Braid-300-Yard-Spool_W0QQitemZ300170219016QQc mdZViewItem?rvr_id=15200606183 4&rvr_id=152006061834&cguid=9b67d03312b0a0e203d74d07 fff53fbc
Fraser's Website
http://www.coastalsurvival.com/
For those of you who asked about the wine pouch
http://www.backpackinglight.co.uk/product407.asp?PageID=40
The coffee filter
http://www.ortlieb.co.uk/product_info.php?pName=coffee-filter-holder&cName=accessories
The mental nurse who told me but SRM knives has just triggeered an order that may get me in a bit of trouble with the wife!
And I am now hunting for a potjie to give me the perfect rabbit dinner.
Forgot to add if any of you are in the area and fancy a wander, a trip in the canoe or just a brew you are allways welcome to be my guest.
Thanks to Stani, Adam and Fraser for a really useful weekend.
Good to put some more faces to names again
Glad you enjoyed it guys goodjob, I know the tracking went down well too.
redandshane
11-10-2010, 20:05
Hey It was a fantastic weekend
My thanks to Stani, Adam, and Fraser all of whom taught me more than they probably realise
The particiipants made for really great company and even more varied learning
I have never done a proper bushcraft course before and will admit to some unfounded trepidation
That was soon gone as time spent with like minded people is generally a pleasure
Oh yeah I was suprised that the kit monster atross had not learned of the cheap thrills that are SRM knives looks like he is on them already
If anyone else is interested
Its this thread on BB
http://www.britishblades.com/forums/showthread.php?105662-Ah-San-Ren-Mu&highlight=sanremu
and heres the place to purchase if it tickles yer fancy
http://www.exduct.com/wholesale-knife/sanrenmu-srm-folding-knife-knives.html
Anyway thats OT
Off to eat a fish eye
lol
coastal survival
11-10-2010, 21:24
Hi guys,
Really glad you all had a good weekend, and thanks again for your time and participation. I hope you all came away with a wealth of knowledge and some new found skills as well as getting a chance to sharpen up on the familiars.
Its always easier sharing knowledge or "teaching", when your faced with a good bunch of guys who genuinely have a thirst, or hunger in this case for the subject.
Many thanks and I hope to see you all again one day.
P.s Thanks for all the personal emails and kind words (it means allot).
pps. Cheers Woody, Ross, Adam and Stanni, see ya soon!
Absolutely fantastic weekend, great to meet so many like minded fools. Learnt so much from everyone, but a special thanks to Stani, Adam and Fraser, you teach in a way that even I could understand. Will post pictures when I get a sec.
Nalaheyw
12-10-2010, 00:17
Hi to you all and i would like to thank Stani, Adam for such a good weekend full of learning and refreshing things. It was nice to meet you all and thanks for the company and talking about things that make me want to do more stuff and buy lots of things , , ,
hope to catch up with you all again sometime and exchange stories on nice food.
Have fun and play safe and if around south Wales do drop in
Alan
Glad you all had a good time guys, we'll make sure there's plenty more courses available in the future goodjob
Hi guys,
Really glad you all had a good weekend, and thanks again for your time and participation. I hope you all came away with a wealth of knowledge and some new found skills as well as getting a chance to sharpen up on the familiars.
Its always easier sharing knowledge or "teaching", when your faced with a good bunch of guys who genuinely have a thirst, or hunger in this case for the subject.
Many thanks and I hope to see you all again one day.
Hi Fraser, thanks for getting along and showing them some wild foods, you're a star :You_Rock_
jmatthews
13-10-2010, 13:24
Cheers all, namely Stani, Adam and Fraser for a great, tasty course!
Good crowd, see you all around and about soon ;)
James
Bush Matt
15-10-2010, 09:02
Excellent weekend - good to meet everyone. Many thanks to Stani, Adam & Fraser.
Especially usefull to pick up the very practical techniques for catching fish!
Did anyone write down the name of the book Adam had listing nutritional values of various edibles? Think it was an American author.
Hope to catch up with anyone in the future, cheers, Matt.
Ive gone a bit daft on River Cottage handbooks and dug out all the other id books at home as back up. Great fun trying out edible mushroom id again other than the usual tree decay fungi at work, and trying out wild food recipies.
As promised, if a little late, a link to the pictures from the weekend. I have tried not to show too many faces, but if anyone would like a picture removed, drop me a pm
http://tiny.cc/vh6ec
Good times!
Nalaheyw
29-10-2010, 18:18
Great to see them have a few will try and sort out getting them up but you have covered most of the shots i had also , , , nice to see them so thank you Alan
rainbowhands
13-11-2010, 13:18
Hi all.
Thanks for a wicked weekend. (I've only just got a reliable internet access, hence no post till now.) I learnt much, and enjoyed myself thoroughly. Hope to meet you all again around another fire, in another wood, sometime soon.
Look out squirrels everywhere!!!!
Louise.