View Full Version : Rough Close ~ Midlands ~ July '11 Meet
Date: 29 - 31 July 2011.
EDITS: Edits are highlighted in red and italicised.
Time remaining until the Meet
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After discussion at the RC May Meet ...
From what I understand, the Pre-Moot course runs from the Monday (1st August). If there's interest I dare say that we'll extend the Meet to the Monday to allow travellers an easier time of it :cool: .
Arrival time: from 16:00 on the 29th.
Fees: Payment on arrival. If you haven't been before, someone will be able to point you in my direction.
EDIT:
Our pitch has now changed. Intead of the 'As per usual, we're on PC11', we will be trialling a pitch that we haven't previously used ~ The Leader Training Field (plus surrounding wooded bit). The virtual placement pin marks the approximate position of the fire site/communal area. The red line marks the approximate route of the main track which goes through the site.
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6135/5919898298_8df967e493_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/59592399@N07/5919898298/)
As per usual, the location is Rough Close (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/).
Location info taken from the link above:
City of Coventry Scout County
Rough Close Scout Campsite
Tanners Lane
Berkswell
CV7 7DD
OS: Grid Ref: SP264779 (Site Access): SP266786 (Site Centre):
This is a child friendly site and your youngsters are welcome.
Site fees are £4.40 (http://www.roughclose.org.uk/attachments/RC_Price_List_2010.pdf) per person per night.
Helpful info:
The list isn't exhaustive - common sense applies. If in doubt, ask!
Any monies given (by individuals, groups, families etc) which is above the camping fees will be automatically considered to be a donation to Rough Close campsite to aid with site maintenance, site regeneration etc.
Forum members are responsible for themselves, the kit they use and their own actions (and any non member accompanying them) at the Meet.
Under 18's must be accompanied by at least one parent (or legal guardian).
You brought it in, you take it out – camping fees do not include a rubbish collection fee. The sites bin is the big orange thing in the camper’s car park.
When visiting others, do not leave your rubbish in someone else's pitch (or in a communal area) ~ take it with you and dispose of it yourself. The sites bin is the big orange thing in the camper’s car park.
Responsible drinking of alcohol is ok – drugs are prohibited! Please don't walk through another groups pitch whilst drinking alcohol and/or smoking.
Please keep ‘colourful language’ reasonable and to a reasonable volume.
Vehicles need to be parked up in the campers car park. The parking by the cabin is for the use of those using the cabin and/or the field.
Wood fires must be raised and contained. Periodically there is a shortage of wood available to burn - if you want to cook on an open fire, bring a supply of wood or charcoal.
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.
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; outstanding fees will still be owed.
The 'Touchy Subject' bit:
Because the site is, first and foremost, a Scout camp site, the only people we can't accommodate are those who would, purposely or otherwise, do harm to others. Primarily, this means that if you would be found unfit to adopt or foster a child then you can’t come along – same goes for anyone knowingly under investigation or having had an allegation made against them and is awaiting investigation.
It's fine if you want to:
be on your own
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 :lmao:
practice flora and fauna ID
so on and so forth ...
This is, in no way, a bushcraft course and it's for you to make of it what you will.
Copy and paste yada yada ...
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karl82[tbc]
luckylee
21-05-2011, 21:12
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karl82[tbc]
luckylee.
i can make this one, as the last one i had just had the little one.
The touchy subject part, how do you go about discovering who's legit and who's dodgy?
luckylee
21-05-2011, 21:23
you tie them to a tree, and beat them with a big stick, and if they confess, you help them with your gransfors bruck small forest axe.
The touchy subject part, how do you go about discovering who's legit and who's dodgy?
vigilance is the only practical answer.
Ah ok, I'm guessing everyone is usually well behaved though on the meet ups?
I'd like to go to one, preferably closer to the Bristol area as I don't travel well but I have alot of animals that need daily cleaning/feeding etc and I'd like to take the wife..
The touchy subject part, how do you go about discovering who's legit and who's dodgy?
Good question.
vigilance is the only practical answer.
Peter is spot on ~ it's the unfortunate case that someone can walk in, grab and go* :tapedshut . It does help that Meet attendees tend to move about and talk to each other :cool: .
Even CRB's aren't a catch all :( ~ they just mean that on [specified date] 'Joe/Josephene Bloggs' hadn't been caught.
Meet attendees (especially veterans to the various Meets) are quite protective of both RC and BcUK (the same goes for those at other Meets). Added to that is that we will have seen the face of all who are pitched up with us :BlueTeamE .
You'll also find that the Leaders on site are also vigillant ;) .
* This is pretty much true of almost any location.
Mesquite
21-05-2011, 21:57
Ah ok, I'm guessing everyone is usually well behaved though on the meet ups?
I'd like to go to one, preferably closer to the Bristol area as I don't travel well but I have alot of animals that need daily cleaning/feeding etc and I'd like to take the wife..
I've never seen anything dodgy go on at any of the meets... but then there are a lot of bushes to hide behind :lmao:
But in all honesty the RC meets have always been good fun full of camaraderie and new people are always made to feel welcome :)
Ah ok, I'm guessing everyone is usually well behaved though on the meet ups?
Generally :lmao: . There's the occasional issue at Meets ~ that's life ;) . But issues are rare and serious issues are even rarer :D .
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karl82[tbc]
luckylee.
Cliv
Date: 29 - 31 July 2011.
After discussion at the RC May Meet ...
From what I understand, the Pre-Moot course runs from the Monday (1st August). If there's interest I dare say that we'll extend the Meet to the Monday to allow travellers an easier time of it :cool: .
Well, I'm definately going to be on site from the Friday (29/07) until the following Thursday (04/08) :cool: .
I'll get the sites okay to offer the week and then officially open up the offer :cool: .
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karl82[tbc]
luckylee.
Cliv
Twodogs
Mesquite
25-05-2011, 15:54
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karl82[tbc]
luckylee.
Cliv
Twodogs
Mesquite
Post #01 edited to include
When visiting others, do not leave your rubbish in someone else's pitch (or in a communal area) ~ take it with you and dispose of it yourself. The sites bin is the big orange thing in the camper’s car park.
Edits in Post #01 will be highlighted in red and italicised.
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karl82[tbc]
luckylee.
Cliv
Twodogs
Mesquite
Andy BB - (subject to work)
MartinK9
25-05-2011, 17:53
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karl82[tbc]
luckylee.
Cliv
Twodogs
Mesquite
AndyBB (subect to work)
MartinK9(TBC)
The touchy subject part, how do you go about discovering who's legit and who's dodgy?
Last time I was at RC - and I usually pitch up at a site that is probably more secluded than most - two young lads appeared and started chatting. They seemed normal and quite innocently asking about my hammock, tarp etc.
I told Decorum about them at the first opportunity, both to help protect myself from any untoward suggestions and also in case they were trespassers, as they seemed to have scouting knowledge but didn't seem to be current scouts.
So far as I know nothing came of it.
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karl82[tbc]
luckylee.
Cliv
Twodogs
Mesquite
AndyBB (subect to work)
MartinK9(TBC)
Andy T + 1 (tbc)
Mesquite
13-06-2011, 11:35
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karl82[tbc]
luckylee.
Cliv
Twodogs
Mesquite + 3 (tbc)
AndyBB (subect to work)
MartinK9(TBC)
Andy T + 1 (tbc)
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karl82[tbc]
luckylee.
Cliv
Twodogs
Mesquite + 3 (tbc)
AndyBB (subect to work)
MartinK9(TBC)
Andy T + 1 (tbc)
Wayland and Debs.
TinkyPete
13-06-2011, 23:49
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karl82[tbc]
luckylee.
Cliv
Twodogs
Mesquite + 3 (tbc)
AndyBB (subect to work)
MartinK9(TBC)
Andy T + 1 (tbc)
Wayland and Debs.
TinkyPete (TBC due to work)
On course just before so I will enjoy the down time afterwards hopefully.
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karl82[tbc]
luckylee.
Cliv
Twodogs
Mesquite + 3 (tbc)
AndyBB (subect to work)
MartinK9(TBC)
Andy T + 1 (tbc)
Wayland and Debs.
TinkyPete (TBC due to work)
PeterH (+1?)
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karl82[tbc]
luckylee.
Cliv
Twodogs
Mesquite + 3 (tbc)
AndyBB (subect to work)
MartinK9(TBC)
Andy T + 1 (tbc)
Wayland and Debs.
TinkyPete (TBC due to work)
PeterH (+1?)
Elines
As per my previous post above I am hoping to attend this meet at RC.
I always find it interesting to see other people’s kit and this time I will be particularly interested in ground dwelling stuff, something I haven’t paid much attention to before.
One aspect of Bushcrafty life I am trying to crack is to get a reasonably comfortable night’s sleep on the ground (instead of my preferred hammock). This is just so I have the option when I want it.
I think I am there as regards the mattress etc side of things but not yet there on what type of bivvy/sleeping bag combination.
As regards the sleeping bag I am thinking of getting (?second hand?) a snugpack softie chrysalis autumn - as it has an ‘expanda’ panel (giving space to move a bit and flexibility on temperature control – although I haven’t actually seen/tried one yet) and a zip down the side (so that I can more easily have a pee at night without having to get all the way out of the bag.)
I think my bivvy spec is:
• (probably) zip to at least half way down one side – same reasoning as sleeping bag zip.
• Some form of mosquito netting
• Space to move around a bit
All of this would be under a tarp.
So if anyone is bringing any kit that is similar to this then could I have a look at it please? If available second hand and it is what I am looking for then so much the better.
And even better if anyone has any particular advice before I commit to actually buying anything.
Neil - Nolightweight - has told me about, and provided lots of useful info on. the 'US Issue Modular Sleeping Bag System with Bivi Bag' which looks very promising. So thanks Neil
MartinK9
23-06-2011, 13:20
Chris,
PM Sent. :)
.... and responded to - thanks Martin
sasquatch
29-06-2011, 13:17
For some reason I thought this meet was the week before it actually is. I was about to add my name when I saw it was the last weekend of July. D'oh! Gotta check the calendar again to see if I can attend...
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karl82[tbc]
luckylee.
Cliv
Twodogs
Mesquite + 3 (tbc)
AndyBB (subect to work)
MartinK9(TBC)
Andy T + 1 (tbc)
Wayland and Debs.
TinkyPete (TBC due to work)
PeterH (+1?)
Elines
Skaus84
By adding your name you acknowledge that you have read and will comply with post #01 of this thread and accept that it can (and probably will) be edited before the Meet.
decorum
karl82[tbc]
luckylee.
Cliv
Twodogs
Mesquite + 3 (tbc)
AndyBB (subect to work)
MartinK9(TBC)
Andy T + 1 (tbc)
Wayland and Debs.
TinkyPete (TBC due to work)
PeterH (+1?)
Elines
Skaus84
Priam (TBC Due to work)
I've made an important edit to post #01. Whilst I know that everyone keeps abreast of any changes, I thought it best to make a special note of the change.
EDIT:
Our pitch has now changed. Intead of the 'As per usual, we're on PC11', we will be trialling a pitch that we haven't previously used ~ The Leader Training Field (plus surrounding wooded bit). The virtual placement pin marks the approximate position of the fire site/communal area. The red line marks the approximate route of the main track which goes through the site.
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6135/5919898298_8df967e493_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/59592399@N07/5919898298/)
Mesquite
09-07-2011, 19:33
I've made an important edit to post #01. Whilst I know that everyone keeps abreast of any changes, I thought it best to make a special note of the change.
For those who can't open Flikr private accounts :rolleyes: :lmao: for an google map please click here: (http://maps.google.co.uk/maps/ms?msid=214757854233841385315. 0004a7a6c23142bc220a3&msa=0)D
For those who can't open Flikr private accounts :rolleyes: :lmao: for an google map please click here (http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?msid=21475785423384138531 5.0004a7a712e43a0b1ac22&msa=0&ll=52.404684,-1.60571&spn=0.001689,0.004619&t=h&z=18) :D
Cheers Steve ~ I've edited the privacy setting on the pic :o , so it should show now.
I always click 'Private' on pics ~ as no one had mentioned not being able to view them, I had thought that linked pics were vivible to all. It seems not:Thinkingo :bluThinki :dunno: :werd:
Mesquite
09-07-2011, 19:55
Cheers Steve ~ I've edited the privacy setting on the pic :o , so it should show now.
I always click 'Private' on pics ~ as no one had mentioned not being able to view them, I had thought that linked pics were vivible to all. It seems not:Thinkingo :bluThinki :dunno: :werd:
No probs... :) all we could get was the thumbnail pic and when we clicked on it came up as private, if you were able to access flikr :lmao:
And your quote of my post has the old link on it. I must have updated it while you were typing :rofl:
No probs... :) all we could get was the thumbnail pic and when we clicked on it came up as private, if you were able to access flikr :lmao:
I thought that the pics showed if linked to :lmao: ~ but, strangely, the pic shouldn't be clickable :dunno: .
And your quote of my post has the old link on it. I must have updated it while you were typing :rofl:
:lmao: All I get on your second link is a red squiggle on a pink back ground :lmao:
(plus the two symbols and added text)
I'll go and have a go at enlarging both the originall and quoted pics :o :lmao: .
... all we could get was the thumbnail pic and when we clicked on it came up as private, if you were able to access flikr
I've edited both posts with the pic ...
Bigger / better / visible ???
Mesquite
09-07-2011, 20:36
I've edited both posts with the pic ...
Bigger / better / visible ???
All that's showing is a big white box with This picture is currently unavailable and the flikr emblem in the bottom right corner :rolleyes:
As for my link it ought to take you to a dedicated Google Map of Rough Close with location pointers and access route same as yours
All that's showing is a big white box with This picture is currently unavailable and the flikr emblem in the bottom right corner :rolleyes:
Played with the image (again) ~ should be fixed now (he says with hope).
Hookay Doh-kay, stoopid kwest-shun ... can you usually view my pics?
As for my link it ought to take you to a dedicated Google Map of Rough Close with location pointers and access route same as yours
:lmao:Should show..
... but doesn't :lmao:
Sounds somewhat familiar tonight :o
Mesquite
09-07-2011, 21:16
Played with the image (again) ~ should be fixed now (he says with hope).
Fraid not, still showing a big white box :(
Hookay Doh-kay, stoopid kwest-shun ... can you usually view my pics?
Yup, normally with out any problems. The map one I wouldn't have known was clickable if I hadn't run my cursor over it in passing and noticed it changed from arrow to hand to denote it was a link
:lmao:Should show..
... but doesn't :lmao:
Sounds somewhat familiar tonight :o
It does indeed :o
MartinK9
09-07-2011, 21:33
Thanks for the update Phil,
Cheers for the links Steve. :lmao:
Mesquite
09-07-2011, 21:38
Thanks for the update Phil,
Cheers for the links Steve. :lmao:
Are either Phil's or my links working for you ok?
MartinK9
09-07-2011, 21:42
Are either Phil's or my links working for you ok?
Both are.... you just have to click on Phil's " Photo not available " to see it
Mesquite
09-07-2011, 21:53
Both are.... you just have to click on Phil's " Photo not available " to see it
:lmao::lmao: that's a novelty
Both are.... you just have to click on Phil's " Photo not available " to see it
There's definately something wonky afoot! :dunno: .
I'll have further plays and see if it helps :confused: .
I think I'll start with deleting that pic and starting afresh :o .
I'll have further plays and see if it helps :confused: .
I think I'll start with deleting that pic and starting afresh :o .
Right ... pic deleted and its replacement uploaded. I have neither fiddled nor diddled with the pics privacy settings. And I've wrapped the img tags roung the image manually instead of using the forum auto facility.
Now, are they visible?
'cause if they aren't we'll be reliant on a combo of blind mans trail, bread crumbs and asking for directions :lmao: .
Mesquite
09-07-2011, 22:22
Now, are they visible?
Yup, you done fixed it :lmao::lmao:
Yup, you done fixed it :lmao::lmao:
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'sa good job I'm a persistent beggar, innit!
Mesquite
09-07-2011, 22:43
'sa good job I'm a persistent beggar, innit!
Well... I was going to suggest early on you delete and start again but you seemed to be having so much fun I didn't want to spoil it for you and let you get on with it instead :rolleyes::rofl:
Well... I was going to suggest early on you delete and start again but you seemed to be having so much fun I didn't want to spoil it for you and let you get on with it instead :rolleyes::rofl:
I'd already deleted it once :o .
I think the snarl-up is due to having got my settings set up to show pics and smilies in the 'type your reply box' and the forum auto img facility doesn't show the extra 'Taken by ... & hosted by flickr' flickr promo stuff that I normally delete when I manually wrap the img tags.
When it comes down to it, the problem was there when I auto added the image ~ and disappeared when I switched to manual ~ not usually an issue, but there you go :dunno: :confused: .
At the 'old' site - PC11 - there was an option to drive down to the hut and take stuff in from there. Can we get reasonably close by car (just for unloadidng/loading purposes) at the new pitch too? Or do we have to park at the main car park and walk from there?
Can we get reasonably close by car (just for unloadidng/loading purposes) at the new pitch too? Or do we have to park at the main car park and walk from there?
Yup, we can drive to the pitch. After the campers car park the road forks, the right fork takes us to PC11 (and others) and the left fork goes through the center of the site. Follow the left fork up to the T-junction and turn right ~ the easy entrance to the pitch is a very short distance and is marked by a low metal gate (gate is on the right).
This load/unload point is about the same distance from communal fire site as Steve's pitch is from the drop off on 11 :cool:.
TinkyPete
10-07-2011, 17:30
Many thanks for the update and I can wait to try a new area was interesting after a wander last time around the site :)
Ok - thanks Phil - will be good to try a new site
It'll be interesting to see just how people adapt to the different habitats that the new pitch will offer up ;) ~ especially as we have the usage of the field.
The only area that we can't pitch up in is the woodland around and between the two brick buildings.
sasquatch
10-07-2011, 22:35
Is this the coniferous bit? Nice and quiet when walking about and easy for starting fires if so. Hope I can make this one but I kinda doubt it will happen. Shame for me...
It'll be interesting to see just how people adapt to the different habitats that the new pitch will offer up ;) ~ especially as we have the usage of the field.
The only area that we can't pitch up in is the woodland around and between the two brick buildings.
I'm hoping there will be room for me to pitch a parachute canopy that I need to suss out before using it for a course in September.
Is this the coniferous bit? Nice and quiet when walking about and easy for starting fires if so.
The coniferous bit backs onto our pitch :cool: .
I'm hoping there will be room for me to pitch a parachute canopy that I need to suss out before using it for a course in September.
Shouldn't be an issue ~ what type of area will you need?
That area is great. I remember walking around there a couple of meets ago. Not sure if I'll get to this meet though as a family holiday is due and may well be on that date.
Shouldn't be an issue ~ what type of area will you need?
I don't know, it's the first time I've set it up.
Mesquite
11-07-2011, 17:38
I don't know, it's the first time I've set it up.
:lmao:..
Well it all depends on how big the chut is... but allow for a clear area about 30' in diamter and you ought to be fine :)
I don't know, it's the first time I've set it up.
:lmao::o :lmao:
Slung from an overhead branch?
Attached to a rope that's slung between trees?
Over poles?
Under poles?
Any idea of the area/shape of the foot print?
Mesquite
11-07-2011, 17:40
Any idea of the area/shape of the foot print?
They're usually circular :rolleyes: :p
They're usually circular :rolleyes: :p
Yup, but it'll have probably been Waylanded :p
It's only had a minor fix, some loops added and the net removed.
Not sure of the full size yet or how it will be suspended (Depends on the available trees I guess.)
Mesquite
11-07-2011, 18:05
It's only had a minor fix, some loops added and the net removed.
Not sure of the full size yet or how it will be suspended (Depends on the available trees I guess.)
Usually you can always get a rope between 2 trees (unless you're not in a wood at all :rolleyes:) so that's the easy bit. If you like I'll make you a line shot bag up so you can hoick the rope over the appropriate branches :)
It's how you're going to hold the base of the chute up... poles, in which case you'll need a fair few, anything up to 12-20 depending on size, plus associated pegs and guy ropes.
Or the other way, which is how I do mine, is rope around the outside perimeter of the communal area at about head height then loads of bungees from the chute to the rope. Advantage of that is it keeps it all open without any trip hazards in the dark :) and you don't have loads of poles and pegs to cart around.
I can get my chute into a compression bag for US army modular sleeping system without any trouble and that includes ropes and bungees.
Not sure of the full size yet
In hindsight, it's probably a good job we have the field :lmao: ~ at least you can spread it out a measure it :cool: .
(Depends on the available trees I guess.)
There's 40+ acres (minus the bits in use) to play in ~ we'll find somewhere suitable. If all else fails, we know that there's a friendly (fiendly?) scout group down the track and I know there's at least one good sized Oak tree on their pitch ;) :lmao: .
I'll probably shoot a line with a catty and a heavy hex nut.
I've set a few up with other people but I like to give a job a good coat of "lookinat" because there is often a neat way of doing things that isn't so obvious.
I like the idea of the perimeter rope, that is a lot better than relying on well positioned trees.
I've got a bag full of paracord from Kev at Endicotts I was going to use for spreading.
MartinK9
11-07-2011, 20:40
Steve's Chute with perimeter rope:
http://img28.imageshack.us/img28/5107/communalarea.jpg
http://img715.imageshack.us/img715/5034/communalarea4.jpg
Mesquite
11-07-2011, 21:42
Steve's Chute with perimeter rope:
http://img28.imageshack.us/img28/5107/communalarea.jpg
http://img715.imageshack.us/img715/5034/communalarea4.jpg
Cheers Martin, I knew I'd seen some pics of it in one of the threads, I just couldn't remember where :rolleyes:
In keeping with Steve's post in the Moot thread, I've thought to add ...
Time remaining until the Meet
(http://countdown.free-and-online.com/?timer=jfqovq9513)
... to post #01
:cool: :lmao: :cool:
Mesquite
14-07-2011, 14:41
In keeping with Steve's post in the Moot thread, I've thought to add ...
... to post #01
:cool: :lmao: :cool:
You failed...
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Oh well, it's the thought that counts :lmao: .
I was in the process of correcting the error when you posted :o :lmao:
Mesquite
14-07-2011, 14:44
In keeping with Steve's post in the Moot thread, I've thought to add ...
... to post #01
:cool: :lmao: :cool:
For the correct link click here (http://countdown.free-and-online.com/?timer=jfqovq9513):rofl:
Mesquite
14-07-2011, 14:47
Oh well, it's the thought that counts :lmao: .
I was in the process of correcting the error when you posted :o :lmao:
You got to be faster... :lmao:
You got to be faster... :lmao:
Nah ~ got to take it easy :lmao:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjQ5Yw72xtA
Just a reminder .......
As per post 25 above, I always find it interesting to see other people’s kit and this time I will be particularly interested in ground dwelling stuff, something I haven’t paid much attention to before.
One aspect of Bushcrafty life I am trying to crack is to get a reasonably comfortable night’s sleep on the ground (instead of my preferred hammock). This is just so I have the option when I want it.
I think I am there as regards the mattress etc side of things but not yet there on what type of bivvy/sleeping bag combination.
I am now thinking of 'US Issue Modular Sleeping Bag System with Bivi Bag' as I don't actually have a proper sleeping bag at the moment (I have used my 'coccoon' when sleeping in a tent), plus a possible mosquito tent thingy (Martin has offered to show me his (!). But no final decisions yet so I will still be very interested to see other set ups.
If I get separate sleeping bag and bivvy, the whatever type of sleeping bag I get I need to be able to unzip it easily so that I can better have a pee at night without having to get all the way out of the bag.
My bivvy spec is:
• (probably) zip to at least half way down one side – same reasoning as sleeping bag zip.
• Some form of mosquito netting
• Space to move around a bit
All of this would be under a tarp.
So if anyone is bringing any kit that is similar to this then could I have a look at it please?
I have already received some good advice but am always open to more.
TinkyPete
15-07-2011, 20:26
I have a small hooped bivi with a zip I'll bring it along so you can have a look.
I am a ground dweller I have a couple of mattress types as well I'll bring them too to help
With a week to go, I thought I'd give the thread a bit of a bump :cool: ~ and with hope, I've brought the most recent list to the fore.
Meet List:
By adding your name you acknowledge that you have read and will comply with post #01 of this thread and accept that it can (and probably will) be edited before the Meet.
decorum
karl82[tbc]
luckylee.
Cliv
Twodogs
Mesquite + 3 (tbc)
AndyBB (subect to work)
MartinK9 (TBC)
Andy T + 1 (tbc)
Wayland and Debs.
TinkyPete (TBC due to work)
PeterH (+1?)
Elines
Skaus84
Priam (TBC Due to work)
Unfortunately it looks quite possible that work is going to interfere big time. Boo.
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Twodogs
Mesquite + 3 (tbc)
AndyBB (subect to work)
MartinK9 (TBC)
Andy T + 1 (tbc)
Wayland and Debs.
TinkyPete (TBC due to work)
PeterH (TBC but increasingly unlikely due to work)
Elines
Skaus84
Priam (TBC Due to work)
Hi guys,
I am pleased to say that i will be coming along to this meet. Is there a contact number someone can message me in case i cant find you when i arrive?
Thanks, and see you all there!
Ja
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Twodogs
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MartinK9 (TBC)
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Elines
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Priam
Debs and I will probably be on site quite early. look for the scruffy red van and you won't be far adrift.
Thanks Wayland,
See you all on Friday, Idont know what time i will arrive but will be setting off from Ashton about 4:00pm
Priam.
There'll be a bundle of us around by then mate.
Muddy Boots
26-07-2011, 18:27
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karl82[tbc]
luckylee.
Cliv
Twodogs
Mesquite + 3 (tbc)
AndyBB (subect to work)
MartinK9 (TBC)
Andy T + 1 (tbc)
Wayland and Debs.
TinkyPete (TBC due to work)
PeterH (TBC but increasingly unlikely due to work)
Elines
Skaus84
Priam
Muddy Boots (landing saturday morning) TBC
im not sure if im going to make this one as i pulled/tore my lowerback muscle on saturday when i was unloading a donerbike off the back of the van i stupidly reached out and grabed it to stop it falling off the tail lift i saved it and the fairing from damage but hurt my back severly. if i can drive by saturday i will try stop in to say hi if thats ok but i dont see much chance of camping out.
MartinK9
26-07-2011, 19:21
Dave, will be great to see you - need a full report of your trip. :)
Karl, sorry to hear that mate, I can bring a camp cot if you want to sleep off the floor.
Hope the back mends soon, it's easy done
thanks for the well wishes guys. Thanks for the offer of the Cot bed Martin i will have to see how im doing closer to the time.My torse is still in a locked bent over to the left like a bannana position at the moment.
Muddy Boots
28-07-2011, 10:31
Hi guys I've got a few odds and sods to get rid of that i will sort out for the weekend PM if you are interested.
(1) DD Poncho as newish £10
(2) Desert DPM Army Basha in stuff sack £10
(3) Green DPM Goretex Jacket £20 fits me (issued)
(4) DPM Map case £5
I'll have a dig round tonight and see if there is anything else as above PM and I'll bring it or it's staying at home.
MartinK9
28-07-2011, 12:45
Not long now. :)
Mesquite
28-07-2011, 12:55
Not long now. :)
Nope... can't wait to get there :red::red:
Nearly packed...
I'm getting there as well :rolleyes:
MartinK9
28-07-2011, 12:57
Nearly packed...
I'm getting there as well :rolleyes:
Amateurs :rolleyes::rolleyes:
:lmao::lmao::lmao:
Mesquite
28-07-2011, 13:03
Amateurs :rolleyes::rolleyes:
:lmao::lmao::lmao:
LOL... we all can't leave their kit in their cars mate... Plus I have to pack for 13 days in the woods... :lmao::lmao:
MartinK9
28-07-2011, 13:04
LOL... we all can't leave their kit in their cars mate... Plus I have to pack for 13 days in the woods... :lmao::lmao:
Very true. :)
Warbonnet has just arrived, system upgrade at work is going well (touch wood) so hopefully I am going to be able to come and play!
TinkyPete
28-07-2011, 17:46
I am also bringing some kit for sales and swaps so see everyone there:)
Warbonnet has just arrived, system upgrade at work is going well (touch wood) so hopefully I am going to be able to come and play!
I've wanted to have a look at one for a while so give me a nod.
Somethings come up so Im out of this one .
See you all next time
Twodogs
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karl82[tbc]
luckylee.
Cliv
Mesquite + 3 (tbc)
AndyBB (subect to work)
MartinK9 (TBC)
Andy T + 1 (tbc)
Wayland and Debs.
TinkyPete (TBC due to work)
PeterH (TBC but increasingly unlikely due to work)
Elines
Skaus84
Priam
Muddy Boots (landing saturday morning) TBC
Mesquite
29-07-2011, 07:56
Somethings come up so Im out of this one .
See you all next time
Twodogs
Sorry you can't make it Cliff... take care and see you soon
Darn... I was hoping to give you your compass case.
Mesquite
29-07-2011, 08:59
Darn... I was hoping to give you your compass case.
:lmao:... one of these days you will Gary :rolleyes:
Gary pass it on to Martin please
Cheers
I've wanted to have a look at one for a while so give me a nod.
Will do. There may be more than a bit of tinkering to get the setup right so opinions (before dark!) are welcome :lmao:
Just a Quick Thank you to the organisers of this meet. I think every one will agree that it was a good weekend. I learnt quite a few new things!
Cheers Guys!
Priam ( I will try to get some pictures up as soon as i can.)
luckylee
01-08-2011, 12:45
yes i would like to say i had a great couple of days and also learnt a lot, apart from nearly burning half me finger of lol, it was great. was nice to put some faces to names, and to kick back, a very relaxed atmosphere.
TinkyPete
01-08-2011, 13:30
Thanks Phil, for another grewat meet, was great to meet everyone and had an excellent talk from Wayland about the vikings.
Best bit was when he described the Normans as Vikings who went a bit French :) :rofl:
I didn't get back from the Site until about 19:00 yesterday ~ straight from the Meet to the Group's annual week camp ~ so my apologies for the lateness of this posting.
My thanks to all who came along and made for another great Meet. It was interesting to use a different pitch ~ definately aids learning :cool: .
We'll certainly be using this pitch again ~ anyone for micro atatls so that we can get our own back on the biting populace?
As mentioned in the pictures thread (http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=77220), thanks for organising a great meet Phil.
As I've just updated in the what knot thread .... The hitch I was using/showing is the Farrimond Friction Hitch (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Farrimond_friction_hitch).
It might prove to be a bit fiddly for thin cords in (proper) cold weather, we shall see :dunno: :cool: .
MartinK9
07-08-2011, 01:15
Snip> We'll certainly be using this pitch again ~ anyone for micro atatls so that we can get our own back on the biting populace?
I didn't get bit at all :)
I didn't get bit at all :)
I'd missed this :o ~ naughty word, naughty word, naughty word.
Does your Anti-Moz Hotel zip up? :p :p :p .
MartinK9
15-08-2011, 20:58
I'd missed this :o ~ naughty word, naughty word, naughty word.
Does your Anti-Moz Hotel zip up? :p :p :p .
Yep indeedy :D