N.E Scotland 2nd meetup

[CBJ]

Hey folks,

As the first meet was a sucsess I thought I would plan for the 2nd with more time to spare.

I was thinking about late April early March.

David has very kindly invited us to Haddow woods so if you fancy going there we will need to sort the dates out as he runs the wood school and we would need to give him plenty of notice.

The other options as discussed were Bennachie or Glen Tanar

(and for future meets we have been invited back to Aden as we made a very good impression).

So hopefully thats the ball rolling and we can start looking forward to the next outing :D:D:D

Thanks

Craig

[charleslockerbie]

Good man, this will be another great meet. Put my name down for it.

[Dingus Magee]

Great stuff CBJ and I'm glad that we made a favourable impression on the Aden Park people. Count me in on this one...I take it that you meant late-March - early April? ;) I'm happy to try Haddo woods...Glen Tanar might be good for later in the season when the weather should be more clement.

I'm currently negotiating with a local bushcraft course provider to try to come up with a bespoke 2-day axe workshop, as I don't want to wait until his next course in 2011; if he offers a good deal, we could maybe make that a NE Scotland meet thing...sorry to hijack your thread...I'll start another on the subject, once I've heard back from him

I wish I'd taken some photos at the 1st meet...not like me to miss the chance of popping off a photo or two. Did any of you guys get good shots?

Cheers for now

Dingus ;)

[charleslockerbie]

http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=60693 Good photos of the meet, we are all hiding the bad ones. :)

Axe workshop sounds good if the price is right.

[CBJ]

Dingus: Well spotted, I did mean late April early May but I am happy with late March Early April aswell

Craig

[Chance]

I'm still interested.

I've got a spare hobo shield (one of the prototypes) sitting in the shed, if anyone's interested in making their billy can heavier.

[Sanji]

I'm sure if i can, i can travel from west coast > north east of Scotland n attend if work allows me too

[SCOMAN]

Could I express and interest from Crieff?

[CBJ]

of course mate the more the merrier

[Ironside]

Well I said yes to last one and couldn't, so I am saying yes again and hoping for the best.

[kiltedpict]

Count me in folks, love cold weather camping!

[jaffa cake]

i would be interested in joining if i may
I have never been along to a group meet before as I tootle along usually with my daugter but she goes away to uni this year so am without a partner in crime

have been to on a few courses on the glen tanar estate run by bushcraft ventures so an alternative venue would be welcome
be a good opportunity to meet like minded folk

[charleslockerbie]

Aye the more the merrier

What courses did you do? and what did you think of bushcraft ventures? im signed up for a 2 day axe workshop.

[jaffa cake]

i initially started with the family course way back 4 years ago then became hooked ..so over the past 4 years i have covered a lot of his courses

I did taster course followed by route skills also the swedish wood carving and axe corse , . lawrence is a fantastic knowledgable guy and i have had opportunity to be involved in some of his courses setting up camp etc so may even see you there ..i'd be the one bringing the home bakes ...

[charleslockerbie]

Home bakes, tell me more :) :) :)

Thanks, sounds like im going to have fun.

[CBJ]

Hey folks hope you are all keeping well.

I went down to Haddo woods for the the course David (P.D.B) was running and I must say what an excellent site it is.

The date we managed to arrange was Friday the 22nd April - Sunday the 24th of April. I will be writing off to the landscape services to get the final permission to use the site.

The site itself is in a fenced off area that is filled with trees (so more room for hammocks) and there is already a fire pit area that we can use.

It will give us a chance to do more woodcraft than we were able to at Aden, (Shelter building etc etc).

Anyways Like last time could you please put your name down so I can keep track of everything. ( I hope all that were at the Aden meet can make it, would be good to catch up with you all) and also anyone else that is interested is welcome aswell.

Thanks folks

Craig

[charleslockerbie]

Excellent CBJ, i will try to be there, i cant know for sure until closer to the time.

[Sanji]

I would love to come up too, should be able to get 2 days off work for it (Fri/Mon). Will find out closser to date.

[CBJ]

great stuff I will keep you up to date with everything on this thread. I should have an answer hopefully tommorow on the permission front

[Bigfoot]

Subject to timing and finances, I wouldn't mind hooking up with some like minded folks for a weekend, as long as you don't mind a Weegie joining you :)

[Pandabean]

Sounds good CBJ, I should be able to make those dates. :) Will have to double check when the boss is off though and see if i can get the Friday off as well.

[CBJ]

Bigfoot it would be great to have you along mate, and I hope yourself and pandabean can get the time to come and enjoy yourself in the woods for a few days.

Craig

[Ironside]

Will add the dates to the diary and hope for clear skies and still nights.

[CBJ]

Great news folks I have now got the go ahead for the Haddo park meet which is on Friday the 22nd April - Sunday the 24th of April

If we can start the list from here and if there is anything in particular you want to do well see what we can sort out.

1. CBJ

Thanks

Craig

[charleslockerbie]

great

1. CBJ
2. CharlesLockerbie

[Osprey]

I will try and come along to this meet during the day on the Saturday, It would be great to meet up with some local bushcrafters ! Have pencilled it in to next year's diary .
Cheers,
Doug

[Chance]

Dates added to diary.
Will make best endeavours.

[Chance]

Dates added to diary.
Will make best endeavours.

PS Good job, CBJ: Chief BCUK-NES.

[CBJ]

PS Good job, CBJ: Chief BCUK-NES.

Rofl: Thanks chance mate very kind of you ( doffs cap)

[Pandabean]

Sounds good CBJ. I will see if i can arrange that friday off when I get back to work.

I was having a think about what could be covered during the weekend, while I was shovelling the snow and failing to start my car this morning!

Would Bow making be of interest, i guess the trouble would be getting someone who knows how to make one.

What was covered in the last meet?

[Dingus Magee]

Hi CBJ [I]et al[I] I've pencilled the dates in my diary and will hopefully be able to manage to get along for the whole week-end this time...will confirm attendance ASAP I'd be interested in bow-making too but, as Pandabean points out, trouble would be in getting someone to teach it. Lawrence from BV might do that, but there would be a chatrge, albeit at a discount for our group...likewise Mark from the Archaeolink has run courses like this in the past. I could ask him, as I see him every day at work (when we're not snowed off, that is) Shelter-building would be good too.

Anyway, great to hear from you and good to have something to look forward to for next year.

A'ra best lads

DM ;)

[CBJ]

Hey folks,

sorry I havent replied sooner but this bloody snow has kept me busy from morning till night so I havent had had much time to get on the forums :(

Pandabean: Great suggestion mate that would be something I would be realy interested in. Though like you all have said we would need to get sombody on board.

Last time we did: Knife sharpening, setting up a tarp, some knots, Chance and kilted pict gave us a great lesson on star ID, Charles showed us how to make a penny stove and make bannock, we made a group table (Chance, dont say anything LOL), pot hanger, and when the missus brought the bunny (which i forgot :-* ) we skinned and butchered it. I am sure we did other things but I cant think what at the moment.

I will give Dingus a PM and see if we could arrange something RE the bow making.

Craig

[Osprey]

Hi CBJ, I could do a cordage demo, from willow bark, as April is a good time to do it, if you think the group would be interested.
Cheers,
Doug.

[CBJ]

Thanks Osprey that would be great, I would certainly be up for that. I have done cordage with nettles with good results but I havent tried with any other materials.


Craig

[Pandabean]

I used to shoot for the University archery team a few years ago, however it was on a modern recurve bow. But if we do go ahead with bow making I can help with how to shoot etc.

One thing i have learned a little about in the last year is some of the stories behind the constellations. So I can tell them if you want.

What about also looking at Birch tapping, would that be the right time of year for it? Something I have wanted to try since reading about it on here.

[warthog]

Hi, not been to a meet before and would like to attend (depending on childcare), if car passes mot would be able to offer lift from Perth area if anyone needs, John

[kiltedpict]

Hi folks.

At the moment I am rostered on duty that weekend, but will look to get some AL.

If it's the right time of year, I like the sound of Birch Tapping, otherwise some axe work or the chance to practice sharpening skills.

Will keep an eye on the thread...

ATB

KP

[Pandabean]

KP - a few of us did an axe workshop with Lawrence at Bushcraft Ventures so we could pass on some of what we learned if there is interest.

[kiltedpict]

Yeah, I desperately wanted to go but again, was working (I work every second weekend). Would be good to hear and see what you guys learned.

KP

[P.D.B.]

I think April would be too late for birch tapping. I did some a few years ago in March. There is only a two week period of manic sap-rising. However, the winter may be late in finishing, so perhaps the sap-rising will be later too. The place I did the tapping is at the back of the country park, so I could try tapping a birch there during the week and if the flow is plentiful, we could all have a go at the weekend.

Is anyone intersted in whittling? I have done a bit.

[kiltedpict]

Hi guys. Have been granted AL from work that weekend and more importantly, permission from SWMBO so can confirm my attendance.

Although not well practiced with it yet, assuming weather forecast ok I could bring a telescope if others would be interested?

Whittling, cordage and story telling all sound good.

Looking forward to it already....

KP

[Dreadhead]

Youv peaked my interest, but won't be sure until closer to the date

[Chance]

I'd be interested in bow-making

Atlatls? If we're not fussy, bamboo and duck tape will do for darts.
Because one can be made with little more than a couple of cuts to a stick, it's less frustrating than bowyery when your masterpiece snaps 90% of the way through its hand-crafting.

[v-ness]

We're considering it too, just depends on work.
I wont really know til a bit closer to the time if we can make it, but would be fab to go to another meet :D

Cheers
Ness :)

[Pandabean]

Righty-o, the Friday is booked off. :)

[warthog]

Sorry wont be able to make the meet as just had back surgery, and wont be fit for a while, John

[kiltedpict]

Get well soon mate !

[Sanji]

Sadly! I'll have to pull out since travelling to USA for a month at that time (have to visit the fiancee). Hopefully after i come back i`ll be doing some bikepaking with new bike build! Hope you all have fun and wish you all the best :P

[Pandabean]

Warthog, hope you get better soon. :)

[CBJ]

Hey folks ,


Good to see that there is a lot of interest for this meet. If it is anything like last time it will be great.

I am going down to Haddo in a couple of weeks so I will get some pics and sort out and finalize all the little details.

After having a chat with Dingus, I will be planning to arrange a meet seperatly for a bow making course if there is enough interest and we can get an instructer, As it will take a full 2 days.

Chance: Atlatls sound great mate, always wanted to make one but never got around to it


Warthog: Get well soon mate, hopefully you will get to the next one.

Sanji: Thanks mate. Hope you have a good time out int the states.

KP: great you can make it for the full weekend.

Again folks could you please confirm as soon as you know you can make it.(makes it a bit easier to keep track of things).

Starting to really look forward to this one.


Oh also if anybody needs directions let me know

Craig

[Pandabean]

Hi craig. Sounds good for the bow making. Would this be with lawrence from bv?
I may need directions for the exact place. Shouldnt take me long to get there.

[Chance]

Chance: Atlatls sound great mate, always wanted to make one but never got around to it
Whatever implied permission I had assumed has recently been revoked. Testes!
Perhaps, now that we're building a head of steam, we'll start to meet more regularly and less formally.

CBJ, if I can manage the three cuts that make an atlatl, I know that you'll have it mastered in no time. The only 'trick' involved is to ensure that your dart is whippy enough.

Until you get into weights, at which point a certain amount of magic seems to be required.

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[CBJ]

Hi folks just been to Haddo with P.D.B and managed to pick a real nice spot for us to have our camp.

Here are a few pics.

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( Pic from the car park at 10 this morning)

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(P.D.B has used this spot when hes teaching so there is a fire area already there.

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As I said it is a real nice spot that is fenced off from the path. There is an abundance of material that we can use to build shelters etc and also there is no end of wood for the fire.

Lots of Birch polypore that we can collect, wildlife to spot and if we have clear nights we can do a bit of star spotting etc.

More info to follow....

Pandabean: Yeah mate hopefully Lawrence would be ok to do it but I will have to get in touch and find out ( PM inbound)

Chance: Sorry to hear that mate (PM inbound)

If anybody has any questions or needs any info either send me a PM or post here and I will get back to you ASAP

Thanks

Craig
(trying to fix pics)

[Ironside]

Excellent pics, looking forward to the weekend

[kiltedpict]

Me too.. Getting a Dutch oven kit (oven, skillet and sandwich toaster thing) from Ronnie Sunshines for my birthday so looking forward to using it.

KP

[jaffa cake]

hi

i may not post a lot but i am a serial lurker:)

will there be room for newbie ? have only been on courses with bv and wild camped with my daughter ( am now abandoned as she has gone to uni ) we practise a lot of bushcraft skills so it would be great to meet up with like minded folk and i should be able to make the whole weekend if welcome

thanks

i have done birch tapping and being resouseful have used a catheter bag to collect it in a great sterile enviroment ( yes it was unused !! the hospital where i worked was throwing them out ..magic )

[charleslockerbie]

Hi jaffa cake,

Yes of course you would be welcome. Im sure you will have a great time. You dont sound that much of a newbie to me tho.

[Osprey]

Hi All
I'm still up for this, I can manage the Saturday, but still don't know about the Friday and Sunday. Looking forward to meeting some other bushcrafters, having never been to a 'meet' before !

[charleslockerbie]

Good to hear Osprey, look forward to meeting you.

[Osprey]

Thanks Charleslockerbie ! Ther seem to be a fair number of us in this neck of the woods, it will be good to meet up and share some skills.

[charleslockerbie]

There are quite a few up your way, im not there but i dont mind travelling. The first meet last year was awesome, and i think this one will be better.

[Pandabean]

Yup it should be good. Already can see where the hammock will be hanging from the photos. :)
It will be good to see you again Charles, is your brother coming up also?

What did you all do at the last meet for cooking? Just bring your own or was there a joint effort at a group meal with people bringing bits?

[charleslockerbie]

Aye shall be good to see you as well Pandabean, Peter should be coming.

Last time we all cooked for ourselves, but i would be up for a group pot.

[Dingus Magee]

Hi y'all

Think I missed the post with the dates, but looks like it might be a no-go for me due to sciatica :( Keep in touch though

[kiltedpict]

Looks like I won't have my Dutch oven in time for the meet as my birthday dosh is going towards a customised double ventile jacket from Hilltrek :) ..... Still up for a group meal though!

[v-ness]

If we can make it I'd be happy to bring my big Pot for a group meal.
It worked well at the last Comrie meet for Stew and holds enough for about 15- 20 large portions.

Cheers
Ness

[daveblack]

Hi CBJ,

Can I express an interest in joining your meet on 22-24th April at Haddo. I am new to the bushcraftuk setup and haven't been to any meets, however did join the axe workshop that 'Dingus Magee' organised last year, so have met a few of the group.

Thank You

[charleslockerbie]

Hi Dave

I know what CBJ will say, so look forward to seeing you at Haddo.

[CBJ]

Hi Dave your more than welcome mate,

A few of us are going to Haddo for a final look around etc and after that I will put up the meeting times and sort the list out.
If you need any more info give me a PM.

Thanks

Craig

[kiltedpict]

I can't wait Craig... The site looks great and for me, it been too long in coming! Looking forward to meeting new faces too!

Stuart

[CBJ]

V-ness your pot would be very welcome ( if you can make it) so many thanks.

Kiltedpict: I know what you mean mate it does seem a while in the waiting now. just have to finalize then were all set :):):).

Our numbers have risen quite a bit for meet number 2 which is good.


Craig

[v-ness]

It looks good for us coming.
Unless something changes with work we'll be there as long as we can bring the anklebiters.
No babysitter for that weekend. Is that ok with everyone?

I'd be happy to bring the pot and have a group meal :D

We'll need directions a bit closer to the date too.

It will be good to get to another meet and meet some new folks :campfire:

Cheers
Ness :)

[kiltedpict]

Can't speak for all, but no probs with kids with me. Only reason my wee one isn't coming is she is only 18 months old and too young to open my beers!!

[CBJ]

yep same here v-ness I have no problems at all in you bringing your young uns, Ill Pm you nearer the time with directions etc.

Thanks


Craig

[charleslockerbie]

Well my new toy has arrived in time for the meet, So we should have a nice parachute to sit under.

Look forward to meeting you all again, or for the first time.

CBJ you have done a great job organising this again.

[CBJ]

Thank you Chaz,

Cant wait to see that parachute :)


Craig

[kiltedpict]

Second Charles' thanks to Craig for organising... Looking forward the parachute- it seems a meet is not complete without it!

[daveblack]

Craig,
Very much looking forward to meeting folks and enjoying weekend, thanks for organising this meet. Great scope at Haddo for a varied set of activities and interests.
See everyone in a few weeks.
Dave

[Chance]

V-ness your pot would be very welcome
It'll be a good time of year for (responsible) wild food.
CBJ, you have PM.

[CBJ]

kiltedpict: no probs mate glad you can make it again.

daveblack:No worries, with the collected knowledge gathered we should all learn a thing or 2 and have fun at the same time. Last time Kiltedpict, Chance,Chaz, Dingus and P.D.B all gave great little lessons in one way or another. Glad your coming along mate.

Thanks

Craig

[CBJ]

Chance PM replied to mate.

Craig

[PRDL]

hi all. i am peter lockerbie, i am chaz's bro. so hi to you all i am looking forward to meeting every one that can go to the meet, i am planing to test chaz's parachute by tying it to him and throwing him off a cliff so will need help because he is to fat, any one what to help ? , hahaha and yes i am mad hahahaha hohoho hehehe

[CBJ]

ROFL : Hi peter,

Welcome to BCUK dont worry about being mad you will fit right in here:):) and as for Chaz you wont need to fling him off a cliff, Ill have some of the better halfs flapjack thingies that he really liked, just make sure you drop it at the right point ;) and we will see how good it is ( Only kidding chaz mate lol)

Craig

[Pandabean]

Hey Folks,

A few of us went out to the site yesterday and had a look around, and it is a pretty good site. Hopefully Craig will put up a list of activities that are planned for the meet, main one being shelter building.

We will also have a nice parachute to sit under, thanks to charleslockerbie.

Parking is Pay and Display and will be in operation when we are there, however if you are a NTS member it will be free.

Charges
http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/countryparks/locations/haddo.asp#carparking
Cars 1 Hour 20p 1-4 Hours 50p 4-8 Hours £1


Below is an edited map of the area showing where the camp is. There is an alternative site for tents if people prefer a proper camp site. At this site there is toilet blocks, kitchen area and non-lumpy ground.

As for directions to the site, do not follow the directions google maps give you as this will take you along next to the Fishery and is a track more suitable for 4x4s or those that wish to have a challenge. :) We can put up directions later.

Details of which can be found here: http://www.gordondistrictscouts.org.u k/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=50&Itemid=27

Click on this map to enlarge.
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5253/5542585604_6f1f13e22d_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/52753575@N07/5542585604/)
haddo_sitemap_edit (http://www.flickr.com/photos/52753575@N07/5542585604/) by pandabean2010 (http://www.flickr.com/people/52753575@N07/), on Flickr

[CBJ]

Thank you Panda mate that is really helpfull,

The parking will be free on the Sunday as its the easter weekend.

I have a couple of calls to make tommorow then I will update the thread with what we out lined, details of the campsite ( for those who dont want to stay in the woods) and sort the list out etc.

Thanks

Craig

[v-ness]

Is there no space for a tent in 'our' camp area?
That might make it a bit difficult for us with the kids, I didnt think of that...

[CBJ]

Hi v-ness,
yep there is space for tents in the woods ( camp area) aswell ,

The actuall dedicated camp area I still have to look into (As I only found out about it yesterday) and is only there as a possible option for those who would prefer.

if we can use it, it would be entirley your choice if you want to pitch there or int the camp area.

hope this helps

Craig

[v-ness]

Thats great, thanks Craig :)
I prefer to have the tent near to where we are for most of the time, just so the kids have a place to crash out when they're tired and it's still close enough for us to both keep and eye on them and get the chance to take part in whats going on.

Cheers

[kiltedpict]

Hi Craig.

Thanks for the updates... Was just wondering if we are able to take our cars to the camp site to load / unload and then leave them in the carpark?

Cheers, Stuart

[CBJ]

ness: No probs I totally understand.

Stuart: That should be no problem, either that or we can put everyones kit into the back of 1 car/van and take it down while the rest of us just walk down. David will be there ( Hes allowed to drive about the estate in his van) so should be ok.

If anybody has any questions let me know so I can sort it out straight away

thanks folks

Craig

[Chance]

A few of us went out to the site yesterday and had a look around, and it is a pretty good site.

I circled it in the afternoon without seeing anyone: either I was too late, or your camo blends in well. Tracking was confused by Scouts around a fire lit in the pit near the Pheasantry.

[CBJ]

Ah sorry Chance mate,

I did keep my eyes and ears open for you, we did go up to the lake and into the other woods for a look, around late morning and we were also under chaz's parachute for a bit.

again sorry bout that

That also reminds me to say to everyone: you cant get a phone signal at all, so bear that in mind

Craig

[Pandabean]

I circled it in the afternoon without seeing anyone: either I was too late, or your camo blends in well. Tracking was confused by Scouts around a fire lit in the pit near the Pheasantry.

You could have followed the crumbs from the delicious white chocie cakes that Craig brought. :D

[CBJ]

nah he couldnt something ate them all, (Chaz!!!!!!!!) :D

[Pandabean]

Yeh true, he did have that cunning trick of knocking them over and getting them dirty so that he could take the rest. :D

[charleslockerbie]

LOL, your all giving me a reputation i dont deserve. :)

This is going to be a fun weekend.

[Pandabean]

Yup it will be a fun weekend. :)

folks, Craig is having trouble getting on here tonight but he says he will be posting updates etc tomorrow.

[kiltedpict]

No worries.

[CBJ]

Ok folks update time, sorry I have been a while couldnt get on yesterday and had a lot of phoning to do today to get everything sorted.

Please take particular note of these points.

As well as the woods I have managed to book us the scout campsite aswell for those who would prefer grass and flat ground. It is however a minute or two walk from the woods camp. If anybody wishes to use this site instead can you let me know asap.

The toilets will be open all weekend which is handy as you can wash etc in the sinks. I will however say to bring your own water as I havent been guaranteed that it is safe drinking water.

I tried my best to budge them on the parking but I am afraid we will have to pay. Andy mentioned the prices but I have been informed that they will be doubling the charges and it may be in effect when we get there.

The planned lessons so far include:

- Shelter building (lean to/ A frame type)
- Stargazing & Related stories
- Trap Demo - fig-4, snare and netting
- Show of leatherworking/ tools
- Skinning Bunnies (On the Friday) If you would rather not take part in this, again could you please let me know
- Knots
- knife sharpening

We dont need to be rigid with the lessons, some we may not get around to etc but as last time other lessons may spring up. But we will try to fit in as much as we can. ( Anybody who wants to contribute a lesson is more than welcome). We are there to have fun aswell

Also I have been asked about bringing kit to trade, I have no problem with this but it will be up to yourselfs to sort out the trades ( Mabey during the evening).

Tommorow Ill put up the list with the disclaimers etc and you can add your names.

Andy + Chaz if I have forgoten anything could you please add it thanks.

Speak to you all soon

Craig

[CBJ]

Ok folks time to put on a serious/grumpy hat on (has to be done)

under are some rules (Pinched from drew as they are a good guide wtih my own bits added) that I would ask you all to follow.




This list isn't exhaustive - common sense applies. If in doubt, Ask!

•Forum members are responsible for themselves, the kit they use and their own actions at a Meet – if you bring along family (or a friend) then you also accept responsibility for them and their actions whilst they are on site.

•Forum members under the age of 18 are welcome. However, they must be accompanied by at least one parent (or legal guardian).

•Rubbish: you brought it in, you put it in the bag – I will bring some bags along and if we can leave the site better than when we got there it will leave a good impresion and we will more likely to be asked back.

•Responsible drinking of alcohol is ok – drugs are prohibited!

•‘Appropriate’ behaviour: The site can, at any time, decline a booking – they can also ask(tell) us (individually or wholly) to leave during the Meet.

•Fires: are NOT to be left unattended, If you take a turn in watching the group fire or make your own and have to leave it please ask sombody to watch it for you (we are in the woods after all)
•Nobody is to go cutting down any live tree ( David is the ranger for the park so please ask him if you are unsure)

•Food: you need to bring enough food and water to feed yourself while you are at the Meet.

•Accidents do happen and people will try to help out where they can - If you are visiting someone else’s pitch do not expect to be fed.

•Use the appropriate tools at the appropriate times.

•It would be wise to be carrying a torch before it gets dark! It could also be provident to put markers on your shelter so you can find it in the dark.

•The pitch is suitable for using tents, hammocks and bivvies - use what you have and are comfortable using. There is still ample room to bring/use one type and trial/experiment with another.

•If you stick your name down and can no longer make it, please say so.

•Please note that, on occassion, the first post will be edited to include better information. Although updates/edits will be posted in the thread, the first post needs to be re-read well in advance of the Meet

•In the highly unlikely event that I need to make use of this ... I reserve the right to stop any individual(s) from attending a Meet. Any individual(s) who I feel endanger our future use of the site will be required to leave the site.

• Please do not leave knives, axes unsheathed/ lying around.


The 'Touchy Subject' bit:
The only people we can't accommodate are those who would, purposely or otherwise, do harm to others. Primarily, this means that if you would be found unfit to adopt or foster a child then you can’t come along – same goes for anyone knowingly under investigation or having had an allegation made against them and is awaiting investigation.

It's fine if you want to:
•be on your own
•lay on your back looking at the sky, clouds, birds flying over etc
•whittle
•practice 'stuff' - except tree felling; the site has strong opinions about that
•practice flora and fauna i.d
•so on and so forth ...

This is, in no way, a bushcraft course and it's for you to make of it what you will.

(Thanks for the guide Drew)

So its really basic common sense. If you cant/wont stick to these rules then please do not come.Also anybody breaking these rules will be asked to leave


Glad thats over with,

if you can add your name to the list and what day you will be arriving and leaving on.If you are unsure of when you can make it confirm asap.
I need to have the list a week before the event

many thanks

Craig

Ok here we go ( all excited now)

CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?

[v-ness]

good guide this, we're in :D

CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun

Cheers
Ness :)

[Pandabean]

Hi Craig, looks like you have everything covered.
As mentioned the topics are flexible and others may pop up.

The other thing probably to note, is there is a shop at the Big Hoose, not sure what it sells but I imagine basic snacks. If you need to go for a shop you can head down to Ellon to the large Tesco there.

Oh and if your bro does come, I guess people will have to pick sides in the political debate :D lol

CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun
Pandabean - Fri - Sun

[Osprey]

Hi Craig
Thanks very much for doing all the organising for this :You_Rock_
I'd love to come along for the day on Saturday.
Looking forward to meeting everyone.

CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun
Pandabean - Fri - Sun
Doug - Saturday only.

[kiltedpict]

Just want to echo the above- thanks for organising and posting the needful rules etc.

CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun
Pandabean - Fri - Sun
Doug - Saturday only
KP Fri - Sun (+\- mate)

[CBJ]

Panda: I forgot about the shop. (I will have to start getting bribes together for the join the CBJ party lol)

glad you can all make it folks.


CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun
Pandabean - Fri - Sun
Doug - Saturday only
KP Fri - Sun (+\- mate)

[charleslockerbie]

Looking forward to seeing everyone,
Dont join CBJs political party, they deny the existence of Ray Mears.

CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun
Pandabean - Fri - Sun
Doug - Saturday only
KP Fri - Sun (+\- mate)
CharlesLockerbie + Bro. Fri - sun

[CBJ]

Looking forward to seeing everyone,
Dont join CBJs political party, they deny the existence of Ray Mears.

Rofl, Thats all enemy propaganda lol.


CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun
Pandabean - Fri - Sun
Doug - Saturday only
KP Fri - Sun (+\- mate)
CharlesLockerbie + Bro. Fri - sun

[Pandabean]

Rofl, Thats all enemy propaganda lol.


I agree and its completely slanderous. Of course we believe in Uncle Ray and we will be bringing along our shrine for everyone to worship at.
Does this mean we have to get the supersoakers in and start a war?


CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun
Pandabean - Fri - Sun
Doug - Saturday only
KP Fri - Sun (+\- mate)
CharlesLockerbie + Bro. Fri - sun

[CBJ]

I agree and its completely slanderous. Of course we believe in Uncle Ray and we will be bringing along our shrine for everyone to worship at.
Does this mean we have to get the supersoakers in?

:rofl: my monitor now has a coating of coffee


CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun
Pandabean - Fri - Sun
Doug - Saturday only
KP Fri - Sun (+\- mate)
CharlesLockerbie + Bro. Fri - sun

[Pandabean]

Seems the other party hasn't got a comeback....shows how few supporters they have :)


CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun
Pandabean - Fri - Sun
Doug - Saturday only
KP Fri - Sun (+\- mate)
CharlesLockerbie + Bro. Fri - sun

[CBJ]

:BlueTeamE:swordfigh :crutch:


CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun
Pandabean - Fri - Sun
Doug - Saturday only
KP Fri - Sun (+\- mate)
CharlesLockerbie + Bro. Fri - sun

[charleslockerbie]

We are just peaceful folks and wont rise to your war mongering.

CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun
Pandabean - Fri - Sun
Doug - Saturday only
KP Fri - Sun (+\- mate)
CharlesLockerbie + Bro. Fri - sun

[Calurix]

Is there still space for one more ?.

I would love to come along for the weekend, been watching this thread for a while and decided time for my first BCUK meet :) .

Regards,
Calurix

[Pandabean]

Calurix only if you sign up to Craig's (CBJ) party....he promises free chocie biscuits for all. :) Don't believe the other party's lies...

Of course there is room :) It will be good to see you. Just add your name to the list below and what days you can make. Also if you have any questions let us know. :)

CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun
Pandabean - Fri - Sun
Doug - Saturday only
KP Fri - Sun (+\- mate)
CharlesLockerbie + Bro. Fri - sun

[charleslockerbie]

Aye of course there is Calurix, open to all get your name on the list.

The first NE Scotland meet was my first, it was great. Im 100% sure you will enjoy this one.

[CBJ]

Pm replied to Calurix,
(I forgot to add join the CBJ part,y Recruit them quick Panda before Chaz finds the biscuit stash, LOL)
Welcome aboard.

CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun
Pandabean - Fri - Sun
Doug - Saturday only
KP Fri - Sun (+\- mate)
CharlesLockerbie + Bro. Fri - sun

[Calurix]

Yumm biccies :) I'm there.

CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun
Pandabean - Fri - Sun
Doug - Saturday only
KP Fri - Sun (+\- mate)
CharlesLockerbie + Bro. Fri - sun
Calurix - Fri - Sun

ATB,
Calurix

[P.D.B.]

CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun
Pandabean - Fri - Sun
Doug - Saturday only
KP Fri - Sun (+\- mate)
CharlesLockerbie + Bro. Fri - sun
Calurix - Fri - Sun
P.D.B. Fri., Sat. p.m., Sun. p.m.

[Ironside]

CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun
Pandabean - Fri - Sun
Doug - Saturday only
KP Fri - Sun (+\- mate)
CharlesLockerbie + Bro. Fri - sun
Calurix - Fri - Sun
P.D.B. Fri., Sat. p.m., Sun. p.m.
Ironside: Sat pm to Sun noon

[CBJ]

Ok folks I am going awayfor a week starting tommorow.

If anybody has any questions ask pandabean or Charleslockerbie and they will sort it out.

See you all soon

Craig

[Pandabean]

Seems no one has any questions for us this week.....we aren't that scary.... are we ? :p

How are you getting on with the parachute Chaz?

[kiltedpict]

Well, I was going to wait till nearer the time, but was going to ask if we are having a group pot, what should we all bring? Still not got the Dutch oven, but can sacrifice one of our cast iron pots as it's never used really.

At the risk of sounding a bit childish...... I REALLY CANT WAIT!!!!

[Chance]

Seems no one has any questions for us this week...

I have a question for kiltedpict: when you get the dutch oven, will your bushcraft kitchen finally be complete?

At the risk of sounding childish... it's not fair that we can't be there!

[daveblack]

Evening All, Trust everyone is doing fine. Looking forward to seeing you all, just a couple weeks to go now. Take it easy, see you soon.

CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun
Pandabean - Fri - Sun
Doug - Saturday only
KP Fri - Sun (+\- mate)
CharlesLockerbie + Bro. Fri - sun
Calurix - Fri - Sun
P.D.B. Fri., Sat. p.m., Sun. p.m.
Ironside: Sat pm to Sun noon
daveblack : Fri to Sun

[kiltedpict]

Lol Chance- not sure any of my kit collections will ever be complete!! Always something new to save up for!!

Pity you guys can't make it too though...

[Pandabean]

I think we may still have a group pot, I guess we can decide nearer the time what to bring.

Dont worry your not the only one who can't wait. :)


Does anyone need directions to Haddo House?

[charleslockerbie]

Im childish too, im soo tempted to turn up a day early :)

I cant get the parachute up properly in my garden, but iv added more tie outs and cut the loops you suggested. Left the mesh on tho, will see how it goes when we put it up.

Group pot, Probably going to be a stew? So meat veg and taties? But as Pandabean said, organize closer to the time.

Chance sorry you cant make it. Hopefully catch you at the next one.

[Calurix]

Directions would be very handy for me, or an address so I can look at the road map to work out a route.

ATB,
Calurix

[Pandabean]

Chaz, just had a thought, how did Lawrence have his set up? I seem to remember very long poles. Guess its another way of doing it.



Calurix, I am assuming you are coming down the A96 from Inverness way?

Here is a map from google. I have corrected it where it should be at Haddo, the original route takes you up the fisheries and down a dirt track, although my GPS took me towards that way for some reason.
It is sign posted when you get closer

Haddo House
Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 7EQ ‎

http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Huntly&daddr=57.3832051,-2.2267705+to:Haddo+House,+Ello n&hl=en&geocode=FX6SbAMdJIPV_ymPY9IUKE WESDH5ppqmp26DTg%3BFSWZawMdrgX e_ynZpboc6G6ESDFA_FTcGWgMEw%3B FSnjawMdHRfe_ymp-Om_Hm-ESDGEc5Fh4yNm0Q&mra=dpe&mrsp=1&sz=15&via=1&sll=57.38731,-2.234945&sspn=0.013831,0.045447&ie=UTF8&ll=57.386038,-2.240782&spn=0.013832,0.045447&t=h&z=15


Zoomed out view...
http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Huntly&daddr=57.383205,-2.2267705+to:Haddo+House,+Ello n&hl=en&geocode=FX6SbAMdJIPV_ymPY9IUKE WESDH5ppqmp26DTg%3BFSWZawMdrgX e_ynZpboc6G6ESDFA_FTcGWgMEw%3B FSnjawMdHRfe_ymp-Om_Hm-ESDGEc5Fh4yNm0Q&mra=dpe&mrsp=1&sz=15&via=1&sll=57.38731,-2.234945&sspn=0.013831,0.045447&ie=UTF8&t=h&ll=57.398364,-2.490463&spn=0.221237,0.727158&z=11

[Calurix]

Perfect Pandabean, book marked that.

[charleslockerbie]

Aye Pandabean Lawrence had 3 long poles as a tripod, kept them on site.

They would be a waste for me to have them at home tho, i have no way of transporting 4m+ poles.
Collapsible poles would be possible but where to get them? How to make them?

[Pandabean]

True, i was more thinking for when there isn't a spot to throw it over and poles could be made in the area. No idea if you can get collapsible poles at that length. hmm

[charleslockerbie]

Would probably mean cutting down three perfectly nice trees, unless your lucky finding standing dead that aint rotten and the right length or trees that have been blown down.

So unless we have a regular site and can leave them for next time, probably not a good idea.

[Pandabean]

Not neccesarily, in that wood that we went to Im sure there would have been some nice long poles (especially pine) there but then as you say they could be rotten if they have been there for a while.
I was more thinkng out loud about what Lawrence had and maybe alternatives that could be used rather than being restricted to the right kind of tree. But I guess its easier to use whats there. :D

[charleslockerbie]

Weve got a tree sorted to were good this time. i might have looked to changing the setup to more of a semi circle if there was no suitable tree for a full blown canopy. Tho having a similar setup to Lawrence did cross my mind too.

[Calurix]

Was just having a look, is the fishery the loch where we are camping close to ?. If it is I would like to go fishing (paying) if there is spaces. The info I have found says boat fishing only but if anyone is interested in fly fishing and has no gear I'm more than happy to share my rod (might bring a spare) or to show the basics of fly fishing to anyone who has not tried it.

Regards,
Calurix

[charleslockerbie]

The fishing loch is not the one next to the site. Its not far tho, just a short drive.
It is a different site, so you would need to book it yourself.
http://www.fishingthefly.co.uk/haddo-trout-fishery.html Has all the info you need, i think.

[CBJ]

Hi Folks,

Back from my wanderings yesterday. Hope you are all well.

Kiltedpict: I Know what you mean I cant wait either. Unfortunatley I also get that feeling that I have missed something out (even though I have gone through the details/packing etc so many times) and its worse point is when your in the car and you have jused passed the place where its to late to stop and turn back. Am I the only person who gets that?? lol

Chance: Yeah its a shame you cant make it. But if you get the time just pop in.


, im soo tempted to turn up a day early :)

:Wow: You mean your not already there LOL.

Panda: Thanks mate, I was going to sort directions out for anyone who needed today.


Craig

[charleslockerbie]

Welcome back CBJ

No im not there already, work wont let me :(.

[CBJ]

Thanks mate,

I can now get stuck into what I have to pack/bring ( Including those bloody recipes, Hangs head in shame lol).

Calurix, I dont know anything about the fishing loch sorry mate.

CBJ : Fri-Sun
CBJ's sis: Fri- Sun
CBJ' Bro: Fri-?
v-ness Fri- Sun plus Mini- Me's
ScotsSurvival Fri- Sun
Pandabean - Fri - Sun
Doug - Saturday only
KP Fri - Sun (+\- mate)
CharlesLockerbie + Bro. Fri - sun
Calurix - Fri - Sun
P.D.B. Fri., Sat. p.m., Sun. p.m.
Ironside: Sat pm to Sun noon
daveblack : Fri to Sun

Not long to go :):):)

Craig

[Pandabean]

Not long now. :)

[kiltedpict]

I know. I finished night shifts on Monday and I'm not back at work until the Wed after the meet ( god I love being part time!) Laying turf on Friday but planning to start packing kit into a wooden chest over the weekend, then the following week look at making bannock mix and other camp type recipes to bring along... Anyone any suggestions?

[Pandabean]

A wooden chest? :O

Im sure a few of us have our own bannock recipies, we could bring them along and share. Or have a masterchef challenge cookoff.

[kiltedpict]

Aye, it's nowt fancy- cheap wooden box that held tools in the garage- thought it would make a good seat / table.

Cook off sounds good..... Now, must go practice.....

KP

[Ironside]

This sounds like fun. Are we talking about sweet or savoury bannocks? Do we plan on judging this haute cuisine challenge!

[charleslockerbie]

Well mine are going to be sweet, nt sure what others will do. Only informally unless CBJ has a suprize for us.

[Pandabean]

Ooops what have i started. :o

[Pandabean]

Just noticed......Happy Birthday Chaz. :)

[kiltedpict]

Aye, all the best Chaz. Hope you have had a great day!

[Ironside]

If I managed to get a couple of pigeon for saturday night would anyone be able to help me gut and cook them? The few I have shot in the past I just take off the breast meat and pan cook it.

[CBJ]

Hey folks , finally back on.

I will happily judge a cook off because I havent tried to make bannock yet and I can learn from you guys:) and I will also put up a little prize for the winner.

Chaz once again Happy B-day mate ( Glad you managed to figure out it was me on FB lol).


Ironside that would be great mate and I have no probs giving you a hand and we can turn it into a little lesson for those who are interested.

Another thing Panda reminded me to mention is when we are in the fenced off area it will be fine to carry sharps but if you have to go out of the area it would be better to leave them with your other belongings as it is a public area.

As for the group meal how about something like wagonmaster stew?? http://www.delishia.com/crockpotrecipes/WagonmasterStew.htm

if we can agree on a meal we can star sorting out who would like to bring what

Craig

[Pandabean]

Ironside...would this be where you somehow flip the breast bone out and can take the breast meat off or do you have another way of doing it? Thats the way I did it in the past, interesting way of doing it and messy. :)


The stew looks interesting Craig. Seems simple enough to make.
As for the bannock mix, I guess I better get some ingredients. I have only done it a couple of times before and once outside. So it will be interesting.

[charleslockerbie]

Thanks for the birthday wishes guys

If Vness can remember what went in the pot at Comrie croft, that was a nice easy stew would vote for it.

Bannock is very different cooking outside, think i might make an oven to cook mine in.

[v-ness]

That stew was a bit of a makey-upper, lol

I think: beef, onions, carrots, turnips, potatoes water and a bit of bisto

Cheers
Ness :)

[Osprey]

Hi All :)
Looking forward to the meet up next weekend. I'm just sorry that i can't make it for the three days. I will be away in Finland for the next two weekends, so for the sake of family harmony I can only come along on the Saturday !!
Please let me know if you want me to bring anything, I have a 6l Dutch oven, a large frying pan, fire grid and a group kettle if you need them.
Ages ago, back in this thread, I had offered to do willow cordage, I can still do that if you'd like, otherwise I'm happy to just come along, chill and chat :)
Hope to get there mid-morning ish, loooking forward to meeting everyone,
Bye for now,
Doug

[CBJ]

Totally understandable Osprey mate, Finland sounds a great place to go and I hope you have a good time.

If you want to bring any of your kitchen kit it would be most welcome.

If we can fit it in I am sure everybody would be interested in the willow cord otherwise like you said just come and relax for a while.


Ok so its only a week to go :)

Does anybody need anything/ need to know anything ???

atb

Craig

[v-ness]

We're going to have to back out off this one :(

Got old friends coming up now from down South :)

Shame they had to come up this weekend, I was really looking forward to another meet. But we havent seen our friends for a couple of years, so will enjoy catching up with them.

Hopefully will make it the next time.
Have a fab time guys!!!
Ness :)

[CBJ]

Theres always next time v-ness, have a good time.

ATB

Craig

[Calurix]

As for the group meal how about something like wagonmaster stew?? http://www.delishia.com/crockpotrecipes/WagonmasterStew.htm

if we can agree on a meal we can start sorting out who would like to bring what

Craig

I'd be happy to contribute to a group meal. Let me know what to bring along :) .

ATB
Calurix

[CBJ]

Ok folks heres a simplified recipe for the group stew:

WAGON MASTERS STEW

3lb. Dice beef
1tsp. sugar
½ cup flour
2Tbs. worcestershire sauce
1tsp. salt
½ tsp. Paprika
1tsp. Pepper
11/2 tsp. tobasco
¼ cup olive oil
2 pints hot water
2 bay leaves
15 oz. can kidney beans
1tsp. thyme
corn flour or gravy mix (optional)
1 lb. bag frozen corn
1 lb. bag frozen petite peas
1 lb. bag frozen green beans



Trim excess fat from meat and cut into 1" cubes. In a medium size bowl combine flour, salt, and pepper and stir to mix. Add meat and mix until meat is well coated.

Heat a 12" deep Dutch oven or large pot. Add olive oil then meat and brown meat on all sides. Add onion and garlic and continue cooking until onions are soft and translucent.
Add HOT water, stock cubes, bay leaves, thyme, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, and tobasco. Stir to mix completely. Bring to a boil then add carrots and celery. Return to boil and let cook 15 minutes. Thicken with corn flour or gravy mix is neccessary.
Stir in remaining ingedients and bring contents to a boil. Cover and simmer for 30-45 minutes or until vegetables are soft.

Serves: 15-20

If anyone has a better recipe or better way of doing this please pm me asap. The cut off poiint is 10pm tonight when we will set this in stone. I will then put up a list of ingredients and you can put your name against what you can bring. I will split the meat into 3 portions to cut down costs.

I will also be bringing rabbit and hopefully pigeon which we can fry up as a side.

Craig :)

[kiltedpict]

Sounds good to me! :)

[Pandabean]

Sounds good to me.

On a side note, I have some fresh herbs in the back garden if needed, including Thyme, Sage, a little oregano, Chives and Spearmint.

[Calurix]

I'm more than happy with the Wagonmaster stew, got a one pot chilli con carne in the oven as I type. Think I better try and do a Bannock before the meet sounds like there is going to be a bit of healthy competition :eek: .

[charleslockerbie]

Well you know how i feel about food. :)

[CBJ]

Ok been a busy day but here is it group meal list. Put your name against what you will bring some things are more expensive than others but I’ve done my best to be fair. Anything that’s not on the list but in the recipe I will bring myself as they are only little things like seasonings.


1 lb. cubed/diced beef - CBJ
1 lb. cubed/diced beef
1 lb. cubed/diced beef
60ml olive oil
5 carrots
4 stalks celery
6 medium potatoes
1 lb. bag frozen corn
1 lb. bag frozen petite peas
1 lb. bag frozen green beans
15 oz. can kidney beans

Pandabean some fresh thyme would be good if you could supply.

Craig

[Pandabean]

I can pick some meat up from Morrisons later this week and I have some olive oil that i bought and never used. One of those it looks good to buy at the time kind of things.
I will also bring along some fresh thyme

1 lb. cubed/diced beef - CBJ
1 lb. cubed/diced beef - pandabean
1 lb. cubed/diced beef
60ml olive oil - pandabean
5 carrots
4 stalks celery
6 medium potatoes
1 lb. bag frozen corn
1 lb. bag frozen petite peas
1 lb. bag frozen green beans
15 oz. can kidney beans


Other....
Fresh Thyme - pandabean

[kpashley85]

Hey guys, if anyone fancys camping up bennachie somewhere during the weekdays give me a shout (sadly i work weekends)

[charleslockerbie]

Since were coming early me and ma bro, will bring the vegies.

1 lb. cubed/diced beef - CBJ
1 lb. cubed/diced beef - pandabean
1 lb. cubed/diced beef
60ml olive oil - pandabean
5 carrots -me and peter
4 stalks celery -me and peter
6 medium potatoes - me and peter
1 lb. bag frozen corn
1 lb. bag frozen petite peas
1 lb. bag frozen green beans
15 oz. can kidney beans

[kiltedpict]

I am happy to take 1 lot of beef, the corn and kidney beans if that's ok?

KP





1 lb. cubed/diced beef - CBJ
1 lb. cubed/diced beef - pandabean
1 lb. cubed/diced beef - KP
60ml olive oil - pandabean
5 carrots -me and peter
4 stalks celery -me and peter
6 medium potatoes - me and peter
1 lb. bag frozen corn - KP
1 lb. bag frozen petite peas
1 lb. bag frozen green beans
15 oz. can kidney beans- KP

[Calurix]

I will pick up the Petit pois and green beans,

1 lb. cubed/diced beef - CBJ
1 lb. cubed/diced beef - pandabean
1 lb. cubed/diced beef - KP
60ml olive oil - pandabean
5 carrots -me and peter
4 stalks celery -me and peter
6 medium potatoes - me and peter
1 lb. bag frozen corn - KP
1 lb. bag frozen petite peas -Calurix
1 lb. bag frozen green beans -Calurix
15 oz. can kidney beans- KP

Think that is all the ingredients covered.

ATB,
Calurix

[CBJ]

Great stuff folks,

with the game caught, ( 3 goodsized rabbits,1 medium, and 7 pigeon and any that Ironside manages to bag) none of us shall go hungry.

Just have to finish the atlatl darts and pack then Im already to go,

Not long now :)

atb

craig

[Osprey]

Hi Folks
I have been looking forward to the meet for ages, and have had the Saturday booked in my diary for a long time.
However, I am off to Finland for a work study tour the following week, and I have just found out that I have to attend a briefing to meet the rest of the team before I go. The other team members have suggested holding the briefing on the Saturday of our meet, so I may not be coming after all:(
I am trying to get the date changed, so I will have to wait and see what happens.
I'll keep you all posted.
Doug.

[CBJ]

Thanks for keeping us informed mate,

I was wondering if anybody else had a large pot?? P.D.B is going bring a big frying pan and a pot.

If Osprey cant make it we might be a pot short.

Thanks

Craig

[daveblack]

Evening,
Sorry I missed out on food supplying, will I get in some pudding or ales/wine/simmilar to add to our dinner?

Dave

[kiltedpict]

Thanks for keeping us informed mate,

I was wondering if anybody else had a large pot?? P.D.B is going bring a big frying pan and a pot.

If Osprey cant make it we might be a pot short.

Thanks

Craig

I am taking a cast iron skillet and a largish cast iron pot ( not a Dutch oven tho)

KP

[Osprey]

Hi all,
I'm seeing David tomorrow at a ranger team meeting, so I'll give him my Dutch oven for you to use if I can't make it.
I'm still hoping for a date change for my Finland briefing !!

[kiltedpict]

Nice one Osprey, cheers. Hope you can make it though.

[CBJ]

Much apreciated Osprey mate, As Kp said we hope you can make it along.

daveblack: No probs mate.

Blimey only a couple more days still got loads to do.

[Dingus Magee]

Hi guys

Just wanted to wish you all the best for the coming weekend...I'm still compromised as far as travel and mobility goes so won't be able to make it (therefore your ears will be saved an assault by my efforts on the guitar lol). Group meal sounds good...I'll look forward to hearing about the meet (as well as the meat) on this thread, and hopefully will manage the next one :) Well done CBJ...you are a top man for organising all this.

Have a great time guys!

Peace and harmony to y'all ;)

[CBJ]

Thanks dingus mate its a shame you cant make it to this one,

Hey your guitar playing is good and it kept us entertained last time. Now my banjo playing LOL.

Hopefully we will have lots of pics and stories to tell afterwards.

Get well soon

craig

[Pandabean]

Hey your guitar playing is good and it kept us entertained last time. Now my banjo playing LOL.



Oh dear.. :p
Know any George Formby songs? lol


Get better soon Doug :)

Not long to go now...must get packing soon.

[Osprey]

David (PDB) has now got my Dutch Oven, so will bring it along on Friday.

[Chance]

This sounds like fun. Are we talking about sweet or savoury bannocks? Do we plan on judging this haute cuisine challenge!

If they're to be sweet, think carefully before adding cocoa powder.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_bZKWnSu2BlY/S3WvR7q-m2I/AAAAAAAAAoI/gXuHsggb-IE/s640/DSCF2951.JPG

Looking forward to the post-weekend feedback - have a great one! We'll be looking for the smoke from Cairngorm.

[Dingus Magee]

Thanks dingus mate its a shame you cant make it to this one,

Hey your guitar playing is good and it kept us entertained last time. Now my banjo playing LOL

Hey...that is good of you to say that CBJ...thought you'd be packin' a banjo this time, so I'd been practicin' the chords for "Dueling Banjos" ;) Have to be another time though, mate :)

Belated Happy B'day to Chaz, and hope y'all have a great time!

A'ra best!

DM ;)

P.S. Hey Chance....loved the cocoa powder bannock! Like a jobbie on a stick...could ha'e some fun with that lmao ;)

[CBJ]

Morning folks only today left. :):):) .

Panda: I know I should keep silent about that, As much as I like Georges style I tend to stick to learning Scruggs material. Tho if you ever want to see sombody who can clawhammer pick very fast and precise " Stringbean" is the one to watch.

Osprey: a big thanks for lending us your dutch oven it is much appreciated, I hope you can still make it.

Chance:thanks mate lol that pic reminds me of a certain game :rolleyes: , you have a good weekend aswell.

Dingus: with the kitchen sink in the back of the car there is no banjo shaped space left . I need to practise more before I can torture an audience lol

Ironside: if you read this could you send me a Pm back please mate ( Just need to find out what time your arriving)

I will be on here most of the day so if anybody needs anything give me a shout.

atb
craig

[Pandabean]

I dont have anything against good old George. :) I should have been born much earlier as I like listening to some of those songs that came out from WW2.


So everyone packed already? I havent yet but I have managed to make a mess of the living room floor with all the kit. :D

[CBJ]

hehehe I am not the only one to have kit all over the place then,

I slacked off a bit yesterday and was playing in the field with the atlatls I have made up so my packing is getting finished now.

Still I now have made the prize for the bannock off - a hand made CBJ atlatl ( onlyone in existance) with the components to make your own dart including flights, knock,field point, glue and a bit of sandpaper.

Hows that then???

[kiltedpict]

Sort of packed- most stuff thrown into wooden box and holdall. Will get a chance to reorganise everything this pm and evening. For me the packing and re-packing is almost as much fun as the trip itself!! Hoping to bring the telescope too if I have room!

[Pandabean]

Sound like a great prize :) No idea if I can beat the poop on a stick one. I will just keep it simple.

Oh...has anyone got a cool bag/box for the meat...or will the diced beef be ok?

[CBJ]

yeah mate I will have a freezer bag we can put the frozen stuff in that.


craig

[CBJ]

I meant to say I will be bringing a big Jack with a tap to use as washing water for hands/ face etc and lesson learned from last time loads of liquids. Lol I think the van is going to be packed

[kiltedpict]

Well, almost ready to load the car withn the non- perishables. Forecast looks good so no Laavu this time (but happy to take if folks want to see it /use it). As always, I will probably have too much but well well, nothing new there!
Not 100% sure my mate will make it, but I emailed him directions and he will do his best to get free.

Look forward to meeting friends old and new tomorrow and over the course of a great weekend.

KP

[Pandabean]

Righty-o time to go home and (over- ) pack. Work is over now until Monday. :D

[CBJ]

mmm dag namit I know the boot of the car is bigger than this :banghead:

[Calurix]

mmm dag namit I know the boot of the car is bigger than this :banghead:

I'm thinking the other way, Son and I seem to have got all we can think of into a 65 and a 35 litre pack (excluding water and seats)(ooh and also excluding crisps and choccie bars) we must have missed something.
For firewood is there enough dead standing wood for all or should I pick up a bag or two of logs ?.

Looking forward to the NE meet,

Calurix

[Lolly]

Sounds like you're going to have a great weekend, shame I can't make it but maybe next time!
Some of you know me, I ran an axe course for some of you last year and thought I should sign-up to BCUK. I suppose I should introduce myself properly in the introductions section?
Anyway enjoy yourselves and be carefull with those axes!!

[Pandabean]

Right folks thats it packed.
See you all in the morning.

Hey lawrence. :)

[Calurix]

Hi Lolly,

Welcome to BCUK.

[CBJ]

Caulrix: its entirly up to yourself mate but I reckon there is enough around to keep us going for the weekend.

Lolly : Hi Lawrence mate welcome to B.C.U.K, it is a shame you couldnt make it to this one.

Yep I will check the thread before I leave in the morning.

See you all there :):):)

[CBJ]

Ok folks I will be heading off now, See you in a couple of hours

Craig

[charleslockerbie]

Back home now, great weekend.
Thanks CBJ, for organising again.
Great to see everyone that came, including some new faces.
Hope everyone else had as much fun :)

Hi Lawrence welcome to the forum.

[Pandabean]

Yeh it was a great weekend and good to put more names to people.
I will try and get some photos up tomorrow.
Thanks again cbj for organising it.

We certainly got more hammock converts :)

[kiltedpict]

Fantastic weekend, and definitely big thanks to Craig again for organising. Chaz- your a worthy bannock opponent!

Great to put more faces to names and slowly ensuring Tree swingers take over the world! Photos to follow (promise!)

[Calurix]

Thanks CBJ for organizing this,thoughly enjoyed my time at the meet. From the skills learnt the kids lit the fire this evening with liquid resin, a bit of twisted grass (from the back pocket of my trousers found just before wifey chucked them in the washing machine) and a few feather sticks. Myself and mini me are also going to make an Atlatl top marks for showing this CBJ.

ATB,
Calurix

[CBJ]

Hi folks.

No problems it was a pleasure.

I would like to thank everybody who came. I had a brilliant weekend and it was good to meet you all (old faces and new)

Caulrix: good stuff, it is great to hear that people have learned something then have gone on to try it out for themselves.

Better start planning the next one lol.

I will put up a new thread for the photos.

all the best

Craig

[Pandabean]

As promised, below is the link to the Grave's Bushcraft books that I mentioned.

http://chrismolloy.com/www/p131

Very useful book.

[Pandabean]

Fantastic weekend, and definitely big thanks to Craig again for organising. Chaz- your a worthy bannock opponent!

Great to put more faces to names and slowly ensuring Tree swingers take over the world! Photos to follow (promise!)

Are you saying my attempt at bannock making wasnt good enough? :p At least I got 1 vote though. :)

Think I crisped it a little too much, not done a bannock outside before so a bit different from using the oven in the kitchen.

Definately you two had amazing bannocks, and the maple syrup was a nice addition. But it was interesting trying the sweetcorn bannock. :)

[kiltedpict]

Fair point actually.... Everyone's bannocks were pretty nice and would have had no probs demolishing them all!

I'm now going to try and trawl the boot sales and brick-a- brack shops for a skillet and a large pan like Dave's....surely the biggest frying pan known to man!!

[CBJ]

Lol that frying pan was something else wasnt it. I have to say all entries into the bannock comp were excellent.

Craig