North Wood Christmas meet 16-18 December 2011

[woodspirits]

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hiya, :christmas1:

This meet we will be at lower end of north wood parking will be on CP3. or if the weather prevents this, (see last year!) (http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=65960) those who want to can drop off their gear (see map link below) and return their car to CP1.

There will be some planned maintenance similar to the last meet for those who want to take part, its never an issue if you would rather chill, have a wander, practice skills or just nod off!, entirely voluntary :D

Ok as before, just a reminder of terms and directions.

fees

recently we have had to increase the fees more or less in line with comparable sites. after talks with Gordon, (the farmer) it has been agreed that the new fees will be pegged for the next year, please pay on arrival or as soon as is practicable. I don’t want to be chasing people for fees as they’re packing up!

• 18+............. £5 per night,
• Aged 12~17 .....£3 per night
• Under 12 ..........free.


Fires

After discussions amongst the 'North Wood Regulars' it has been decided to introduce a communal fire.
We feel in order to maintain our supply of free wood it is imperative that we act now. North Wood is getting known and seems to be gaining in popularity, what none of us want is to end up in a year or so with a sterile wood. You have left your pitches in impeccable order, no blame is to be attached to yourselves but with anything up to a possible 20+ individual fires whether for warmth or cooking, stocks will rapidly dwindle.

To ensure the future of North Wood as a camping, bushcraft venue, and to conserve the continuing stocks of wood for the communal areas, the following conditions will apply;

Wood collected and processed during the course of the meet is for use in the communal fire area (excluding small sticks, twigs) so that everyone benefits, or in some cases for the use of the farmer.


If you want to bring in your own Honey Stoves, hobo stoves, twig, small stick burners (thumb size) and the like, they are acceptable providing they have sufficient ground clearance or protection to prevent scaring. Pit fires or similar are not acceptable.


Modified jerry can (or similar) stoves, tent/tipi/lavvu stoves and the like are not acceptable unless you bring a sufficient amount of fuel for your needs for the duration of the meet.


live wood is to be left untouched, unless of course there's planned maintenance, in which case it will go to the communal fire or any projects.
With all the dead wood to hand, I know it’s going to be tempting to carry on using it for individual fires, I’m hoping this is going to be self regulating however if individuals blatantly ignore this, they will not be invited back.
This is not negotiable, If you require clarification on what is acceptable, drop me a pm.

I hope I have explained my motives for these actions clearly. They have been put in place to ensure the longevity of North Wood as a venue.

Rubbish

we’re still here on trial so it really is a case of leaving no junk / fire scars etc. the only thing we should leave is a good impression, take your rubbish home, there are no facility’s to leave it on the farm.
There have been odd occasions when other peoples rubbish has had to be disposed of, If you brought it in, it’s up to you to dispose of it. No exceptions.

Under 18s

Are to be accompanied by a parent or guardian, guests or minors will be the responsibility of the person who bought, invited them,

Restricted areas

A small section on the approach to north wood is sssi, unless otherwise instructed this will be marked and out of bounds, as will a small area within the wood which is personal to the farmer and is strictly out of bounds, see map link below.

Access

[*=1]Access is from 1200 on the given date unless we have made prior arrangements to get in earlier. For security reasons the electronic gates will be closed overnight from 1900 to 0800 and all day Sunday, possible late or early arrivals feel free to pm me for the gate code. We will vacate the site no later than 1300. On whatever day the meet ends

[*=1]The gate from the farm yard into the meadow must be kept closed at all times, if you open it you close it,

[*=1]the fields on the approach to the wood are sometimes hired out to a private company. if on arrival there is any activity on the meadow between CP1 and the wood, and you need to unload or park your vehicle on CP2 or CP3, keep to the track and proceed with caution at 15mph
Medical

There are no medical facilities on site, the nearest A & E is 15 minutes drive at;

Good Hope Hospital
Rectory Road,
Sutton Coldfield,
Birmingham,
B75 7RR

Location of meet

location is opposite the belfry golf club on the A4091, OS map ref' SP189962 for those arriving early there is a large layby opposite the entrance, the full address is;

Middleton House Farm
Tamworth Road
Middleton,
Tamworth
North Warwickshire
B78 2BD

And finally for those not familiar with north wood, this link may help (http://maps.google.co.uk/maps/ms?msid=210284968795140843595. 00049740325e102c13d9d&msa=0&ll=52.559943,-1.721678&spn=0.004696,0.010707)...

click on the symbols for more information.

well that’s it for now, any questions just sing out


All the best and look forward to seeing you, :D

Steve

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Im Not sure i can make this one? i will check the old diary!

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Nice one Steve. :)

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[cowboy]

Theirs no way im missing this one!!! :)

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Cheers Steve! If it's anything like last December it'll really be one to remember!

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It would be rude not to. Should be good for this meet all being well.

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[TurboGirl]

I really hope we can make it, the folk who raved about North Woods meets were spot on!

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[Bodge]

Just heard the news regarding HS2, looks like there is going to be a rethink. They are thinking of following the M40 instead of thrashing through greenbelt.

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[woodspirits]

bit quiet, thought i'd give this thread a kick up the arris :)

[cowboy]

I literally cant wait Steve!!!!!!!

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[woodspirits]

hopefully see you there then lee :)

[woodspirits]

I literally cant wait Steve!!!!!!!

hiya matt :) should be a good one, especially if it snows!

[PREPER]

I've packed already, just need to add consumables!
Love these meets.

PREPER............. :)

[freedom]

Hi Guys,

Need some advise, I have a 2 season sleeping bag, which I am going to used in a tent with a inflatable mattress. Will this be enough too keep me warm on this moot.

Regards,
Phil

[Karl82]

i would say no last december meet it droped down to about -14C. for december in the UK i would recoment atleast a 4 seasion bag is your mattress a thermorest typ or a cap 3inch air bed if its a air bed its bad news for winter as your body wont warm that volume of air fast enough and you will get cold. i know form experiance at last years meet i used a 3 seasion bag and air mattress in a tent, as a result of that meet i got a snugpak RE for Xmas and avoid the ground if i can hammock with underquilt. hope this helps.

[Tank]

i now may not be able to make this meet as the wife has just started a new job and its working weekend! :-( but my mother in law is going to be over for xmas by then so i am hoping i can get away still.

[woodspirits]

Hi Guys,

Need some advise, I have a 2 season sleeping bag, which I am going to used in a tent with a inflatable mattress. Will this be enough too keep me warm on this moot.

Regards,
Phil

hi phil, as karl pointed out it was exeptionaly cold last December, under similar conditions this year i'd say you would be cold with your proposed setup. even if it were milder i would suggest you either get a warmer bag or beef it up with a second bag or duvet/blanket, with ample insulation between you and the floor.

steve


i now may not be able to make this meet as the wife has just started a new job and its working weekend! :-( but my mother in law is going to be over for xmas by then so i am hoping i can get away still.

best of luck tim, i hope you can swing it, be good to see you :)

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Looking forward to this one! Cant wait!

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[MartinK9]

Nice one Gents, looking like a nice sized Meet. :)

[woodspirits]

20. JulesC (but only for Sunday afternoon so its like I'm not really there).

jules mate, sunday afternoon there'll be nobody there! :)

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[MartinK9]

Gary, hope you can make it. :)

[JulesC]

B****** kids, I'l have to wait till the rugby & beating seasons end at least I'l be there when its lovely and sunny & warm none of this proper camping! See you in 2012 then. Have a great Christmas & New Year.

[Wayland]

Gary, hope you can make it. :)

A lot will depend on what happens two days earlier.

[MartinK9]

B****** kids, I'l have to wait till the rugby & beating seasons end at least I'l be there when its lovely and sunny & warm none of this proper camping! See you in 2012 then. Have a great Christmas & New Year.

Jules, fully understand, sometimes real life gets in the way.


A lot will depend on what happens two days earlier.

Best wishes.

[woodspirits]

B****** kids, I'l have to wait till the rugby & beating seasons end at least I'l be there when its lovely and sunny & warm none of this proper camping! See you in 2012 then. Have a great Christmas & New Year.

ah well, see you in the spring then! :)



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[Bodge]

A lot will depend on what happens two days earlier.

Keep us posted!!





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The "plus 1" is only if the weather is not TOO horrible for an intro to the bushcraft kind of thing.
Cheers, Ian

[woodspirits]

nice one Ian, welcome along :)

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[woodspirits]

i've kicked off the sales and swaps for this meet in the regulars forum...

[spud_23]

not sure atm.. dependant on if im in the country lol


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[Karl82]

I will be Arriving Saturday Am

[PREPER]

Sat am for me to..........

PREPER........ :)

[woodspirits]

thanks for letting me know fellas, should have the fire stoked and the kettle on by then. :D

[sasquatch]

Sat AM for me as well Steve, my wife is out on the Friday evening...

[cowboy]

Looks like i might have to make it Saturday Morning too Steve, Im At work till 9pm Friday evening! :(

[Davey569]

Ill be there sometime friday, not sure when yet though.

Cowboy, got the stove sent off for chimney fitting today! :D

[woodspirits]

Ill be there sometime friday, not sure when yet though.

Cowboy, got the stove sent off for chimney fitting today! :D

hmm, not hanging then dave? :D

[luckylee]

unbeliveable i will be arriving eary saturday morning to mate, as its me birthday tomoro, but i'm of out friday.
see you saturday bud.
take care.
lee.

[Davey569]

hmm, not hanging then dave? :D

Not sure what Im in yet mate. More than likely the Lavvu again.

The stove is for Matt though. :)

[cowboy]

http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/customavatars/avatar9804_7.gif (http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/member.php?u=9804)Davey569 (http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/member.php?u=9804) im buzzing!!!
:You_Rock_

I too am in the Lavvu, my very warm stove heated lavvu.. ;)

[cowboy]

Ok dave iv just realised that im not talking about the same tent as you.. lol mines a tiny world war 2 lavvu poncho tent haha and yours.. well. Its a tad better.. ;)

[Andy2112]

I'm not promising anything due to my health issues but I might pop over for the day. I shall not be selling. Any kit just in case I can get a kidney transplant in the near future. Fingers crossed im out of hospital by then, lol.

[woodspirits]

andy great to hear from you mate! :) lee's been keeping us all posted on things and were all behind you bud. that would be brilliant to see you if your up to it, but i know youve been very ill, so dont get overdoing it eh? if i can be of any help just let me know, need a lift in/out etc. tell you what mate, seeing a friend in pain tugs at the ol' heart strings, puts things in perspective, were all rooting for you andy and dont even think of selling your kit, you'll be needing it! oh and just a reminder, next time your ogling some tasty nurse with unclean thoughts, just think of us huddled around a crackle log trying to keep warm.:rolleyes:

all the very best andy and hope to see you very soon. :D

steve

[woodspirits]

lee, (luckylee) your inbox is up to the neck mate. :rolleyes: anyway try this;

after you click on forum at the top, next line down hit community, then give groups a nudge, on the left are the groups you are in and on the right are the others.

[luckylee]

andy great to hear from you mate! :) lee's been keeping us all posted on things and were all behind you bud. that would be brilliant to see you if your up to it, but i know youve been very ill, so dont get overdoing it eh? if i can be of any help just let me know, need a lift in/out etc. tell you what mate, seeing a friend in pain tugs at the ol' heart strings, puts things in perspective, were all rooting for you andy and dont even think of selling your kit, you'll be needing it! oh and just a reminder, next time your ogling some tasty nurse with unclean thoughts, just think of us huddled around a crackle log trying to keep warm.:rolleyes:

all the very best andy and hope to see you very soon. :D

steve
i could not have put it any better, take care brother.
lee.

[TinkyPete]

Andy good to hear from you and I hope you can get sorted out. would be great to see you but make sure you get sorted out.

All the best

Pete

I am not certain as to when I will be arriving maybe Friday maybe Saturday

[Karl82]

Hey Andy

Good to hear from you wish you all the best mate. Take care of yourself.

[woodspirits]

following steves (mesquite) introduction, i have been in contact with paul for the last month with emails and phone about his visit. today i had a nice afternoon with Paul Kirtley and his assistant James, (He was previously Head of Operations at Woodlore) we had a wander around North Wood he was very interested in the SSSI and we had a bit of a tree ID as we walked around.

they arrived today in preparation for a day course tomorrow instructing a disadvantaged group in fire starting, shelter building, bush cooking etc (was going on about your nosh martin)
very nice to meet them, and he suggested his availability re a instructional meet similar to the RC bash. anyway a couple of pics... :cool:


http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy259/redfox-/paul kirtley/paulkirtley006.jpg


http://i797.photobucket.com/albums/yy259/redfox-/paul kirtley/paulkirtley002.jpg

[cowboy]

Exciting stuff Steve.. North wood really is making a good name for its self! :)

[MartinK9]

Nice one Steve,

Hope the day goes well for all involved.

[Mesquite]

Great news Steve... I had been wondering whether the course Paul was trying to set up was going to go ahead, nice to see it is.

I'm glad I was able to help out in a small way :)

[Karl82]

Nice one Seteve I have no dought they will enjoy the woods and lessions

[Twodogs]

Nice one
Its a fine wood in a good location , yarrrrrrrrrrrrr
Twodogs

[TinkyPete]

Bring in the experts now Steve :) good to see hope everything goes well with the group

[TurboGirl]

Of course they loved it, its a most beautiful wood where you can positively hear the history sung through the trees on the wind :)

I'm wet brine-ing a noggin of silverside to jerky incase we get to play with that, let me know what else we can bring to help out! Basing recipe on http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/printerfriendly/CORNED-BEEF-50022461 as my recipe is salted by dry rubbing which I understand makes the beef too 'fall apart' for jerkying. I'd seen jerky done with corned silverside in the blasphemously titled 'Cooking With Beer' ;)

[woodspirits]

Great news Steve... I had been wondering whether the course Paul was trying to set up was going to go ahead, nice to see it is.

I'm glad I was able to help out in a small way :)

yes thanks steve, just happy that we could share our facility in such a positive way. and of course its a bit of extra bunce for the farmer :)

[woodspirits]

hiya sal, just looked at that mouth watering recipe your thinking of,

"After 10 days, remove from the brine and rinse well under cool water" Read More http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/printerfriendly/CORNED-BEEF-50022461#ixzz1fy2j3wF5
you er, ...planning to stay a while?...:D

[TurboGirl]

It's salting as I type so I'll rinse it off a coupla daze early and get it marinading ready for the weekend... although with my knife honing skills, I should probably try putting it between a coupla tarps and rolling the disco over it a few times to flatten it instead of cutting it there ;) Mmmm unless you're offering me a long term let of the wood perchance... ;)

[Karl82]

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4. Twodogs
5. Cliv
6. NLW
7. MartinK9
8. Cowboy
9. Sasquatch
10. Karl82
11. Bodge + Adam
12. Andy BB (Subject to work)
13. Turbogirl & youngling (TBC)
14. SimonD (Subject to impending fatherhood)
15. Muddy Boots
16. Preper
17. freedom (PHIL)
18. luckylee, i'm hoping i will able to make it.
19. Davey569
20. Wayland TBC
21. Outdoory ( possibly plus 1)
22. Priam (+ 1 guest) Sat AM arrival (so looking for ward to this meet)
23. Spud TBC

[TurboGirl]

I'm thinking of bringing just the tipi cover and liners to maybe rig up as wind deflectors round the fire if theres room in the disco :) Really looking forward to it now, specially having a play with jerky making properly, tho I bet some'll think it sacrelidge to use saltpetre for mere food ;)

[woodspirits]

sal, replied to in P.M

for what its worth, heres the met office forcast for the midlands...

"Starting very unsettled and stormy with a risk of exceptionally strong winds and potentially damaging gusts, perhaps even across parts of the south, this risk peaking around Friday 16th. This will be coupled with heavy rain which may bring flooding to some western areas, with snow an additional risk",

so, just a heads up to expect the worse, and as the regulars will know where we camp is predominantly ash. be aware of whats above you! :(

[SimonD]

just updating my intentions

1. woodspirits
2. Tank
3. TinkyPete
4. Twodogs
5. Cliv
6. NLW
7. MartinK9
8. Cowboy
9. Sasquatch
10. Karl82
11. Bodge + Adam
12. Andy BB (Subject to work)
13. Turbogirl & youngling (TBC)
14. SimonD (Subject to impending fatherhood, arrive sat am for one night)
15. Muddy Boots
16. Preper
17. freedom (PHIL)
18. luckylee, i'm hoping i will able to make it.
19. Davey569
20. Wayland TBC
21. Outdoory ( possibly plus 1)
22. Priam (+ 1 guest) Sat AM arrival (so looking for ward to this meet)
23. Spud TBC

[Davey569]

Fellas. Ive been chatting with Steve and I would like to propose and facilitate a little exercise for the meet next weekend.

The Northwood 'Survival Scenario'

What I propose to do is spend at least 4 hours on saturday tesing the skills of a worst case scenario. The first few hours of survival are always critical and if your like me you will have always wondered 'how would I cope'? Well this is the time to find out guys and I have devised a plan. How this will be done is the time will be divided up into 3 different phases;

1. Cold water emmersion - Spending a minuet or two in one of the ponds in full kit, untill you are good and wet.

2. Immediate response - Preventing hypothermia and building a fire.

3. Camp building - Preparing a camp for the potential of spending a night out.

This is not in anyway a course nor is it a competition, it is just what I believe a good way of testing those all important skills. Feel free to have a go at any of the phases and/or pull out at any time.

The floor is now open for comments/suggestions? :)

[MartinK9]

Fellas. Ive been chatting with Steve and I would like to propose and facilitate a little exercise for the meet next weekend.

The Northwood 'Survival Scenario'

What I propose to do is spend at least 4 hours on saturday tesing the skills of a worst case scenario. The first few hours of survival are always critical and if your like me you will have always wondered 'how would I cope'? Well this is the time to find out guys and I have devised a plan. How this will be done is the time will be divided up into 3 different phases;

1. Cold water emmersion - Spending a minuet or two in one of the ponds in full kit, untill you are good and wet.

2. Immediate response - Preventing hypothermia and building a fire.

3. Camp building - Preparing a camp for the potential of spending a night out.

This is not in anyway a course nor is it a competition, it is just what I believe a good way of testing those all important skills. Feel free to have a go at any of the phases and/or pull out at any time.

The floor is now open for comments/suggestions? :)

Are you mad ?

If there are any takers for this, please make sure your jabs are up to date and you have insurance.... I'll bring the post it notes and have first dibs on any kit.

[udamiano]

Fellas. Ive been chatting with Steve and I would like to propose and facilitate a little exercise for the meet next weekend.

The Northwood 'Survival Scenario'

What I propose to do is spend at least 4 hours on saturday tesing the skills of a worst case scenario. The first few hours of survival are always critical and if your like me you will have always wondered 'how would I cope'? Well this is the time to find out guys and I have devised a plan. How this will be done is the time will be divided up into 3 different phases;

1. Cold water emmersion - Spending a minuet or two in one of the ponds in full kit, untill you are good and wet.

2. Immediate response - Preventing hypothermia and building a fire.

3. Camp building - Preparing a camp for the potential of spending a night out.

This is not in anyway a course nor is it a competition, it is just what I believe a good way of testing those all important skills. Feel free to have a go at any of the phases and/or pull out at any time.

The floor is now open for comments/suggestions? :)


You MUST POST PICTURES of this, you just got to!!!

MartinK9, Remember that nearly dead is not sufficient, you need to wait at least an hour before the kit auction starts, however I think a pre-auction label 'who wants what' is acceptable under the circumstances LOL:lmao:

[MartinK9]

Snip> Remember that nearly dead is not sufficient


It is in my book :D

[Karl82]

Those ponds are vile should be good to watch. I will take second dibs on any kit from the fallen.

[udamiano]

It is in my book :D


Ok! as long as the twitching stops then!!

gaffer tape IS allowed :rofl:

[Wayland]

Fellas. Ive been chatting with Steve and I would like to propose and facilitate a little exercise for the meet next weekend.

The Northwood 'Survival Scenario'

What I propose to do is spend at least 4 hours on saturday tesing the skills of a worst case scenario. The first few hours of survival are always critical and if your like me you will have always wondered 'how would I cope'? Well this is the time to find out guys and I have devised a plan. How this will be done is the time will be divided up into 3 different phases;

1. Cold water emmersion - Spending a minuet or two in one of the ponds in full kit, untill you are good and wet.

2. Immediate response - Preventing hypothermia and building a fire.

3. Camp building - Preparing a camp for the potential of spending a night out.

This is not in anyway a course nor is it a competition, it is just what I believe a good way of testing those all important skills. Feel free to have a go at any of the phases and/or pull out at any time.

The floor is now open for comments/suggestions? :)

"You're a better man than I am, Gunga Din!"

[SimonD]

Good on ya Dave. If I didn't have an infected saliva gland and was there for the weekend I'd do it with you. I think. :D

[Davey569]

No takers then? It's only a bit of stagnant water. Lol

[Wayland]

Where are you going to be camping, just so we can get upwind of you a bit..... http://www.wayland.me.uk/assets/images/fart1.gif

[TinkyPete]

last time I was there the ponds where almost dried out, although there must have been rain since, and we may be due a little wetness (I am not Andy :) so no stoning required) the bases were not the cleanness and they could be some nasties in it. As for the other parts as long as long as you do nopt make yourself in a BBQ should be safe :)

On the kit auctions I am game :)

[woodspirits]

re the ponds, we've had a very dry year water tables are down and ponds are relatively dry. but given the forcast he shouldnt have a problem getting wet :rolleyes: i did express my doubts on any/many taking part, but this is something dave wants to do so it should be an interesting exercise for him. for the sake of reality, should his firelighting prove difficult, he will of course be banned from the communal fire :D

[sasquatch]

Fair play Dave, that's certainly stepping up to a survival scenario! Far from my idea of a good meet but I'll be there to cheer you on. When you say a full kit immersion does that include your bergan and sleeping bag? I'm nowhere near as hard as I used to think I was, I'm not well right now and that's making me feel even worse just thinking about it! In the interest of common sense I'd personally bring a change of clothes and sleeping bag and come strapped with a jonny before taking the plunge. That's just me though. Will be interesting to see on the day! Nice one...

[Davey569]

Thanks chad. No I deffinately won't be doing it will my bergan and everything. And yeah I hear your call about a change of clothes. Re kit I was thinking of a 5 item limit for the excercise. Knife, firesteel etc.

[TinkyPete]

Have done the immersion test in Norway, I know it can be cold :) I will provide some safety for you Dave with kit as a just in case.

I have some smoking chips for the jerky.

[MartinK9]

I have some smoking chips for the jerky.

Nice one. :)

[cowboy]

Morning guys, I was just wonering after seeing a glimpse is if anyone has some home made jerky they are planning on bringing along, and if they wouldn't mind parting with a small bag.. I can't get anuf of the stuff, but prefer the real deal aposed to the super market stuff..
:D

[MartinK9]

Morning guys, I was just wonering after seeing a glimpse is if anyone has some home made jerky they are planning on bringing along, and if they wouldn't mind parting with a small bag.. I can't get anuf of the stuff, but prefer the real deal aposed to the super market stuff..
:D

Going to be making some this Meet. :)

[cowboy]

That must have been the bit I missed!.. :rolleyes:

Even better!!!

[freedom]

Sorry guys but I am dropping out this weekend due to money, but hopefully make it in the new year. Hope all of you have great weekend, Merry Xmas and happy New Year.

Regards,
Phil

[Muddy Boots]

Hi lads I'm going to be an expect me if you see me I'm afraid.

Sorry guys have a great meet.

[TurboGirl]

Going to be making some this Meet. :)

Ah haaa!! A WILLING victim for the salt beef jerky then!! Bring Diaocalm, Cowboy, if you try some of mine Dave might not be the only one having a test of survival... muhahaha...

Martin, I'll try to bring some cooking string, it may need lashing down or it could be snowing jerky over the M1 ;) I'm looking like saturday arrival if thats ok, gotta childmind friday nite as payoff for a pass out :) and thank you for the chips contribution, pete!

[WombleWill]

Hello everyone, been speaking to TinkyPete on another forum about this meet and im very excited, just have to get permission to go from my parents and a lift from them too ;D I'd be arriving on the Friday evening, "Fingers Crossed" After work finishes 5pm but i might be able to get off earlier... If not then i might get dropped off early saturday morning !!

Will.

[TinkyPete]

I will assist Will, and look after for the meet, Steve so no problems there

[TinkyPete]

just updating my intentions

1. woodspirits
2. Tank
3. TinkyPete
4. Twodogs
5. Cliv
6. NLW
7. MartinK9
8. Cowboy
9. Sasquatch
10. Karl82
11. Bodge + Adam
12. Andy BB (Subject to work)
13. Turbogirl & youngling (TBC)
14. SimonD (Subject to impending fatherhood, arrive sat am for one night)
15. Muddy Boots
16. Preper
17. freedom (PHIL)
18. luckylee, i'm hoping i will able to make it.
19. Davey569
20. Wayland TBC
21. Outdoory ( possibly plus 1)
22. Priam (+ 1 guest) Sat AM arrival (so looking for ward to this meet)
23. Spud TBC
24. WombleWill +1 (tbc)

[TurboGirl]

And a confirmation update from me too... PS done you too Spud :)

1. woodspirits
2. Tank
3. TinkyPete
4. Twodogs
5. Cliv
6. NLW
7. MartinK9
8. Cowboy
9. Sasquatch
10. Karl82
11. Bodge + Adam
12. Andy BB (Subject to work)
13. Turbogirl (arrive sat am)
14. SimonD (Subject to impending fatherhood, arrive sat am for one night)
15. Muddy Boots
16. Preper
17. freedom (PHIL)
18. luckylee, i'm hoping i will able to make it.
19. Davey569
20. Wayland TBC
21. Outdoory ( possibly plus 1)
22. Priam (+ 1 guest) Sat AM arrival (so looking for ward to this meet)
23. WombleWill +1 (tbc)

[woodspirits]

Please list your interest below only if you agree to the terms in post 1 and include this line in the paste.

1. woodspirits
2. Tank
3. TinkyPete
4. Twodogs
5. Cliv
6. NLW
7. MartinK9
8. Cowboy
9. Sasquatch
10. Karl82
11. Bodge + Adam
12. Andy BB (Subject to work)
13. Turbogirl (arrive sat am)
14. SimonD (Subject to impending fatherhood, arrive sat am for one night)
15. Muddy Boots (just a maybe)
16. Preper
17. luckylee,i'm hoping i will able to make it.
18. WombleWill +1 (tbc)
19. Davey569
20. Wayland TBC
21. Outdoory ( possibly plus 1)
22. Priam (+ 1 guest) Sat AM arrival (so looking for ward to this meet)
23. spud TBC

phil, dave ok fellas hopefully see you on the next one, have a great christmas :)


noted pete, and welcome along will :)

[TurboGirl]

... If not then i might get dropped off early saturday morning !

I'll be coming through Wigston at around 8.30 Saturday morning if it helps, Will :) I'm in Great Glen :)

[Davey569]

Just started packing the warm kit and a towel. ;)

Should be a good one!

[WombleWill]

My parents are making the decision as to whether or not I can go! Hopefully it will be a yes, but if not i will try again next meet!

Will,

[Karl82]

Best of luck Will it's a great woods.

[cowboy]

Dave i cant WAIT to see this!!! :lmao:

[WombleWill]

Cowboy, are you going this Friday??

[cowboy]

Im 99 percent sure i am mate! :)

[Davey569]

Dave i cant WAIT to see this!!! :lmao:

I cant wait to do it mate! Just a shame theres no one joining in! :P

[woodspirits]

I cant wait to do it mate! Just a shame theres no one joining in! :P

aah you never know dave, it could well turn into a lemming situation! to make it more interesting we could always knock up a ducking stool? :D

[MartinK9]

aah you never know dave, it could well turn into a lemming situation! to make it more interesting we could always knock up a ducking stool? :D

Don't give people ideas :rolleyes:

[WombleWill]

Hey everyone just wanted to update my current situation regardingmy attendance to the meet, My +1 is a go ahead and I spoke to my dad this morning and things are looking positive will have the final answer by hike tonight !!

Will

[TurboGirl]

PM'd you, Will, with my number incase it helps them to chat to another 'meeter'/ avoid a double trip as I can bring you back :)

[Davey569]

aah you never know dave, it could well turn into a lemming situation! to make it more interesting we could always knock up a ducking stool? :D

Well I hope so. :)

Dont forget people you can join in with any phase of the exercise. All you need is your choice of 5 survival items! :D

[TurboGirl]

As the honorary mother figure in attendance, please, no ducking stools... or witch burning, or scolds bridles, or anything else historical to be tried and tested on womenkind incase I'm its sole representative ;) Really looking forward to watching how you get on, tho, Davey, what time you thinking of taking the plunge?!

[Davey569]

As the honorary mother figure in attendance, please, no ducking stools... or witch burning, or scolds bridles, or anything else historical to be tried and tested on womenkind incase I'm its sole representative ;) Really looking forward to watching how you get on, tho, Davey, what time you thinking of taking the plunge?!

Whenever the dutch courage kicks in! :lmao:

[woodspirits]

Back in September i opened up a discussion on the regulars sub forum, the subject was about the possibility of a temporary lifting of restrictions concerning gathering wood for individual fires. This was only for the winter meets of December and February.

The response was mixed about 50/50, some for and others happy the way it was. We also discussed it at the last meet with similar results, my sole reason for suggesting this was a possible repeat of the severity of last Decembers meet and the psychological benefits of having your own fire in such conditions without having to bring big bundles of wood in. :)

So, going on your response coupled with the relatively 'mild' weather, we will stick with our current guidelines. For clarity on these please refer to the relevant heading in post 1. If you want your own fire, anything above thumb size you bring in. Any new or recent members still unsure, just ask me or any of the regulars.

Steve

[Bodge]

Just had a look at the list and need to ask; Are there any kids going to this meet?
I need to Give Adam the choice of attending if the weather is looking grim. If he is the solo youngster it will effect his answer.

Cheers.

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[woodspirits]

im not aware of any on this meet, heres the latest list;


Please list your interest below only if you agree to the terms in post 1 and include this line in the paste.

1. woodspirits
2. Tank
3. TinkyPete
4. Twodogs
5. Cliv
6. NLW
7. MartinK9
8. Cowboy
9. Sasquatch
10. Karl82
11. Bodge + Adam
12. Andy BB (Subject to work)
13. Turbogirl (arrive sat am)
14. SimonD (Subject to impending fatherhood, arrive sat am for one night)
15. Muddy Boots (just a maybe)
16. Preper
17. luckylee,i'm hoping i will able to make it.
18. WombleWill +1 (tbc)
19. Davey569
20. Wayland TBC
21. Outdoory ( possibly plus 1)
22. Priam (+ 1 guest) Sat AM arrival (so looking for ward to this meet)
23. spud TBC

[MartinK9]

Back in September i opened up a discussion on the regulars sub forum, the subject was about the possibility of a temporary lifting of restrictions concerning gathering wood for individual fires. This was only for the winter meets of December and February.

The response was mixed about 50/50, some for and others happy the way it was. We also discussed it at the last meet with similar results, my sole reason for suggesting this was a possible repeat of the severity of last Decembers meet and the psychological benefits of having your own fire in such conditions without having to bring big bundles of wood in. :)

So, going on your response coupled with the relatively 'mild' weather, we will stick with our current guidelines. For clarity on these please refer to the relevant heading in post 1. If you want your own fire, anything above thumb size you bring in. Any new or recent members still unsure, just ask me or any of the regulars.

Steve

Cheers Steve, thanks for the reminder, see you there. :)

[Wayland]

Sorry but may have to pull out of this one, which I'm gutted about, because I have some good news to celebrate with you all. http://www.wayland.me.uk/assets/images/willynillycopy1.gif

[sasquatch]

Nice one Gary, common sense prevailed then? Good stuff if that's the case!

Bodge, I don't know about anyone else but no Joseph this time round...won't be there until Saturday myself.

[Wayland]

It did indeed, good to know the system works from time to time.

[sasquatch]

Easy for an outsider to be optimistic about it as the outcome doesn't affect them but I always figured things had to go in your favour. Well done, now you can fully enjoy your Christmas! :beerchug:

[MartinK9]

Sorry you might not make it Gary, but fantastic news on the other hand. :)

[udamiano]

Fantastic news Wayland, pleased for you mate :)

[cowboy]

Congratulations!!!! :D

[Twodogs]

Good news Gary ,,,yarrrrrrrrrrrrr
Shame your not coming see you next time
Cliff

[TurboGirl]

Are there any kids going to this meet?
My Youngling is not coming... until I'm sure of my set up skills, he doesn't want to risk being put off by having Mom freeze and soak him in the name of experimentation... oh and he's been promised a shoot this weekend instead of just scoring so I don't think I coulda competed with that anyhow :) Bodge, come anyway, a little time off is a good thing ;)

[Davey569]

There will be plenty of big kids going! :D

[TinkyPete]

Congrats Gary glad to hear :)

[Bodge]

Sorry but may have to pull out of this one, which I'm gutted about, because I have some good news to celebrate with you all. http://www.wayland.me.uk/assets/images/willynillycopy1.gif

Fab news there mate. Really glad for you.

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[Karl82]

Not long now change of plan I will be down tomorrow afternoon.

[Andy BB]

I'll be arriving Friday pm. Wonder if - for the first time - I'll be able to put tent up in the light?!

Any preference for booze? Options from some more Tsiporo (actually I'll bring that anyway - wouldn't seem like a midlands meet without that!), some weird cherry liqueur, a bottle of Russian brandy or some French Calvados............Oh, and save your beer cans - I'll try to remember to bring my penny-burner tool-making kit (scissors and drawing pins) if anyone wants one!

[WombleWill]

Will be arriving Saturday morning, is it bring your own food??

Will.

[Andy BB]

Will be arriving Saturday morning, is it bring your own food??

Will.

Depends on how good at scrounging you are:)

[Karl82]

Yea it's bring your own food will. sometimes the odd person will do a group meal but I don't think anyone has one planned for this one.

[Andy BB]

Oh - and if I remember to pack them tonight, I'll be bringing along a couple of Tinny's (minibull Design) alcohol burners if anyone hasn't seen them. These are a tad pricey, but the quality is brilliant, and I want to try out the remote fuellers for them in conjunction with the Crusader and SAT kit. If it works ok in the latter, I might try to make a stew in it. Now all I need for that is some oxtails!

[WombleWill]

Ok thanks for answering my question, Will nip into Tesco's on my way home from work tomorrow!! Im so excited now ;D Just want it to be saturday morning !

[woodspirits]

Sorry but may have to pull out of this one, which I'm gutted about, because I have some good news to celebrate with you all. http://www.wayland.me.uk/assets/images/willynillycopy1.gif

sorry to hear that Gary, its been a while since you were down here, not sure what your developments are, but it sounds favourable :D


Will be arriving Saturday morning, is it bring your own food??

Will.

glad you can make it Will, are you still a plus 1?. as for food, always bring enough supplies for your stay. occasionally there will be a communal meal but its normally pre arranged.

steve

[PREPER]

I am packed! :)
See you all Saturday,

PREPER............. :)

[Andy BB]

Nah - packing should always be left until just before you absolutely have to leave - it them becomes a delightful magical mystery tour of making do with all the wrong stuff:)

[Cliv]

Nice one Gary glad things worked out

[Davey569]

I should hopefully be down tomorrow afternoon, that is if I get on the right train! :lmao:

Steve, do you know the number for a local taxi near water orton? Ive got a map but reckon its a fair way with all the kit.

[WombleWill]

glad you can make it Will, are you still a plus 1?. as for food, always bring enough supplies for your stay. occasionally there will be a communal meal but its normally pre arranged.
steve

yeah I'm still +1, looking forward to it! Will meet some great people and some new skills ;)
All the best and a safe journey to all those travelling
Will

[woodspirits]

ok given the recent and forcast weather, theres going to be a change of pitch on this meet. driving to our normal parking will be nigh on impossible, the grounds sodden. and rather than cart winter kit all the way through the wood we will now camp at upper north wood, see map link post 1. drop off kit and return your vehicle to CP1.

in addition,those who want to pitch on the newly cleared area by the moats, fine. those who would rather pitch on grass may use the SSSi site, strictly no surface disturbance though.

steve

[MartinK9]

ok given the recent and forcast weather, theres going to be a change of pitch on this meet. driving to our normal parking will be nigh on impossible, the grounds sodden. and rather than cart winter kit all the way through the wood we will now camp at upper north wood, see map link post 1. drop off kit and return your vehicle to CP1.

in addition,those who want to pitch on the newly cleared area by the moats, fine. those who would rather pitch on grass may use the SSSi site, strictly no surface disturbance though.

steve

Thanks for the heads up Steve. :)

[Bodge]

Thanks for the heads up Steve. :)

I was wondering about getting down to the bottom cp. We have snow here in stoke, not sticking yet. Might not get out of my drive yet though. Hopefully see you all at some point.

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[TurboGirl]

I have a defender and tow rope incase of problems, can be the last one out if you want to make sure we don't have any unforeseen stick-in-the-muds :) Will, when you see the country golf ball we 3 are cramming into the 3 front seats, you'll prob be hoping that all the others will be saving their travelling wishes for us ;) If your bags/ tent is newish, I'd bring em in dustbin liners as I've not valeted this un yet...

*Soooo excited, I need a slap with a wet lettuce!!!!*

[luckylee]

just to say, that i will be popping in saturday, as i have some stuff for clive, but will have to get back, i'm chocka at the min, and need to get the rest of the orders done.
take care.
and ill see you in the morning.
lee.

[MartinK9]

Steve, many thanks for another great Meet.

Thanks also for supplying a communal cover and the chainsaw to quickly chop the wood required. Although forecast for deep snow, none was forthcoming. Maybe next time.

Nice to see some new faces as well, hope we didn't scare you off.

To those who couldn't make it, you were all missed.

To the regulars, as always; a pleasure to see you all again.

To the regulars and newbies, wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

[Karl82]

Yet another great meet thanks Steve and to everyone that made it. Merry Xmas to all

[PREPER]

Thanks Steve for another great meet, good to see everyone, can't wait for the next one,

PREPER........... :)

[sasquatch]

Thanks to Steve and everyone for another great meet! Good stuff and Merry Christmas to you.

[SimonD]

a great meet, thanks again steve :)

[Priam]

Thanks for a great meet! Both Sam and I really enjoyed it! See you all soon!

[TurboGirl]

Had a lovely time :) Many thanks to all you brilliant folk for being a part of a fabulous, chilled and most enjoyable start to the season! Steve, you absolute STAR ;) My pics are at http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=83554&p=1010428#post1010428

[TinkyPete]

Thanks for the Pics was another great meet.Great to see everyone before the festive period and also what a great way to start my leave :)