New Year Meet at Swyn's

**swyn** · 30-10-2008, 11:51

I am posting this little note to test the water. (Please note that this is now edited to the Hoot in 2010!)

I would be happy to host another NEW YEAR meet for those interested.

Dates are confirmed as 19, 20 & 21 Feb 2010.

There are quite a few Christmas meets posted and I do not want to step on anyones feet this side of Christmas with another.

All the usual things will be going on....including the successful pit roast of tender venison! (although the Keeper does not know this yet!)

I would be happy for any other suggestions to be put forward too. (Mine is a plank chair demo)

Those with teaching skills have expressed their interest to come and host some informal workshops which is generous and kind. Thanks to all of you. I am sure that other skilled folks will step forward to offer their talents so watch this space.

The site is in the usual spot and can cope with 30 bods. + 500 acres of woodland in which to wander freely.
There is water, and main fire site under Rod's parachute.
There are loos and simple washing facilities.

There is shelter in the old barn and for those workshops that need it, AND in case of storms! (some will remember that one!)

£10 pppd for adults and £5 for 12-18 yr olds.

Please feel free to come along.

Swyn.

**Aaron** · 30-10-2008, 16:37

Put me down for the mini forging demo please Swyn - January always find me skint

**shocks** · 30-10-2008, 18:02

Sounds like fun, where would it be held?

**nickg** · 31-10-2008, 09:24

Im in swyn (er!!)

Cheers
Nick

**AndyW** · 31-10-2008, 12:11

I should be up for this too

**Rod** · 18-11-2008, 18:15

Hi Swyn,

I'm in. Will do whatever to help get site set up and could run a workshop if you like.

As I'm getting quite familiar with the "over the road bit"

: could do a tracking thing?

let me know

**jasons** · 18-11-2008, 19:20

Originally Posted by Rod

Hi Swyn,

I'm in. Will do whatever to help get site set up and could run a workshop if you like.

As I'm getting quite familiar with the "over the road bit"

: could do a tracking thing?

let me know

will be there as well

**C_Claycomb** · 18-11-2008, 20:20

I am glad that you guys posted here, I would have missed it while on holiday otherwise.

I am definitely interested in coming

If nothing else I want to find out if Swyn has broken his knife yet.

Will have a think whether I am qualified to demo anything

Cheers!

**Seoras** · 18-11-2008, 21:06

Hi Swyn

Been a long time since I stayed at the site so a weekend would be great.

The second weekend would be the one I could attend as it is my sons 1st birthday on the 10th.

Cheers

George

**benp1** · 18-11-2008, 22:51

sounds great. i'm in please!

**ScottC** · 18-11-2008, 23:21

Count me in.

**swyn** · 19-11-2008, 16:39

No Chris. I use it every day when I'm at home. Much admired too! (the knife that is)

Would you consider doing a tempering/metalwork workshop? I did put mini forging but think this may be the wrong title...ie, dodgy £1 coins!!

Sorry Aaron!

I'm very flexible with the dates too and can move into Feb but, 2nd WE in Jan could be made a little firmer...?

Cheers!

Swyn.

**DanDan The man called Dan** · 20-11-2008, 14:07

Being the new boy round hereabouts, I thought i'd ask first and not presume. I think I'm up for this if thats o.k with you Swyn? I'm in berkshire so we're practically neighbours.

Let me know if its o.k to tag along.

Thanks

**Dark Horse Dave** · 30-11-2008, 21:15

Hi there

If this comes together and it's the weekend starting on 9 Jan I'd be interested in coming along.

Cheers

DHD

**nickg** · 10-12-2008, 10:35

Swyn any idea on dates yet mate?

Cheers
Nick

**swyn** · 11-12-2008, 17:25

I must apologise for not posting sooner.

Dan Dan you would be welcome mate, thanks for asking!

I will be focussing on the second set of dates ie 16, 17, & 18 Jan as there seems to be a squeeze on time at present. I am still trying to recover from the damage resulting from the sudden snowfall!

I do hope y'all have a very merry Christmas and New Year break with your families

Cheers from Swyn

**Dark Horse Dave** · 13-12-2008, 11:38

Originally Posted by swyn

I must apologise for not posting sooner.

Dan Dan you would be welcome mate, thanks for asking!

I will be focussing on the second set of dates ie 16, 17, & 18 Jan as there seems to be a squeeze on time at present. I am still trying to recover from the damage resulting from the sudden snowfall!

I do hope y'all have a very merry Christmas and New Year break with your families

Cheers from Swyn

Many thanks for that Swyn. Unfortunately I can't make that weekend, but would certainly be interested in any future weekends you might be offering.

Cheers,

Dave

**swyn** · 26-12-2008, 11:13

Hope all of you had a lovely Christmas and will enjoy your New years celebrations.

I would like to have a numbers count please from those who intend coming to the meet. It would be good to see some new faces alongside the regulars.

Please let me know soon. Thanks.

Swyn.

**C_Claycomb** · 26-12-2008, 17:58

Definitely count me in.

Having got new gear for Christmas, must take the opportunity to use it!

**Seoras** · 26-12-2008, 18:58

Put me down for attending Swyn .

I may have a couple of others who may be interested and will let you know soon.

Cheers and I hope you and the family had a great Christmas.

George

**sandsnakes** · 29-12-2008, 12:52

Swyn,

Depending on stuff at home and work, I will probably be able to do Sat and Sun, so put me down.

Rod the elder

Sandsnakes

**DanDan The man called Dan** · 03-01-2009, 12:29

Hey Swyn, Due to excessive spending over christmas, I have just been grounded by the domestic controler until the end of January "Grrrrr". To say I'm gutted is very much an understatment.
Have a great weekend and sorry I can't make it.

DanDan

**NatG** · 03-01-2009, 16:52

where is it and can it be reached by public transport? if so count me in

would love to see a forging demo, i could bring some knife making supplies if you want?

Nathan

**swyn** · 03-01-2009, 17:04

Hi NatG.

You have a choice, either princes Risborough or Great Missenden from Marylebone or to Amersham from Baker Street.
The Marylebone trains get you closer and there are taxi services or on a phone call one of the other attendees may be able to run down to the station. (approx 3-4 miles away)

I look forward to meeting you. I will PM the exact location to you early next week.

Sorry to hear your plight Dan!

Cheers from Swyn.

**Rod** · 05-01-2009, 17:19

Hi All,

Will be having a Kit Sale at the event to raise some money for the Help For Heroes Charity. I have posted a list of goodies on offer, at tempting credit crunch prices, I might add: on this thread here http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=36787

cheers

**jasons** · 05-01-2009, 21:01

See you all there then

**Tourist** · 06-01-2009, 20:43

Would have liked to have come along, but I have birthday duty as a dad.

I would love to come along to the next one.

**swyn** · 07-01-2009, 11:31

I am going to the site with a Super SER gas heater to try and thaw the frozen pipes. I have been told that the lowest temperature last night in the UK was in Chesham at -12. Now that really is quite cold....No wonder my abode is so frozen up! I am comfortable(ish) with my basic 'shrafting skills, two duvets and a sleeping bag!

I have had conformation from the Keeper on the munty. I have also had conformation from Chris Claycombe that he is willing to do a heat treating demo and Rod on tracking which is fantastic.

The firewood is dry and stored inside so will produce a warm fire.

I think the only downside is the lack of children. I know mine can't come as the logistics of the shuttle from Suffolk to Bucks are too great during term time. Perhaps there will be some other parents willing to bring some young folks along even if it is only for the day. The cold may prove too much for little bodies for any longer though.
Andy W may bring Josh (6) but he is not sure. I have tried to contact George and am hoping other teenagers will see this thread and want to persuade their parents to bring them along.

The pond in the wood is certainly frozen and may be suitable for some sliding on if the ice is thick enough. I know it is not PC to say this in light of foolish behavior on large frozen areas of water, but as this will be well supervised I see no problems. just remember to bring a change of clothes! It will be b***y cold if one falls in!!

I could do with a big pot..Jason? Please. For vegetables.

Cheers y'all.

Swyn.

**nickg** · 07-01-2009, 13:52

Originally Posted by swyn

I could do with a big pot..Jason? Please. For vegetables.

Swyn.

Swyn

I have a big cast iron pot that I can bring, 5l I think. Can I get bags on any bits of munty that dont make it to the pot pls.
I may well turn up on the friday night if thats ok so let me know if I can be useful.
I think it will be a bit too cold for my daughter (it makes the nintendo battery go flat too quickly apparently)

**nomade** · 07-01-2009, 18:33

Swyn,
you can count me in as I will be coming with Rod the Elder Sat and Sun. Not coming with kids but aren't we all kids at heart?

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