Meet up in Herts

[hertsboy]

Thanks for putting me on the list, Dave. I'll probably only camp out on Friday night as I have commitments on the Sunday morning.

Please put me down for the Stew.

If there weather's not too cold and wet I wonder if I could bring my dog along - lovely Golden Retriever bitch, very well behaved. But if anyone doesn't want a dog around, then she stays at home!

Lookig forward to meeting you all!

Hertsboy

 

[nevetsjc80]

i have never meet any of you guys and cant do december either way. But i am in the aylesbury area and do nt know any bushcrafters so thought id take this chance to say Hi!

Steve

 

[skinny1]

Would it be ok to drop in on Saturday for a couple of hours as I only live 15mins away??

 

[dave1942]

You will be most welcome skinny1. Have PM'd you details

Dave

 

[dave1942]

Have just PM'd details to everyone that has been in contact. If you don't get them please come back to me.

Dave.

 

[scubapauly]

Just PM'd to confirm myself for Saturday night

Pack your thermals folks, weather warning of heavy snow in place for the east of England. Temps could drop as low as -7 over the weekend.

 

[godfather]

Just got back from a trip abroad and am envious of the guys that are going. Have a great time and wish I could be there.

 

[stevesteve]

We will be there Dave, although there has to be a 'Weather Permitting' caveat in there at the moment.

If I can get the car to the site (twice) we will stay from Friday to at least until Sat evening. Also, what do we need to do to arrange the metal fire stands? Please can you bag one for my family and hold it until we get there?

Cheers,
Steve

 

[dave1942]

Steve, not a problem. I will sort out fire stands at campsite. Will see you weather permitting. Bring plenty of warm clobber, it's only a few yards from the carpark to where we will be camping.

Mesquite (Steve) I believe that you have one of the Polish army tipis ( made from 2 ponchos). Is there a chance that you could bring it as I would like to see what they are like.

Latest local weather forecast is up to 20cms of snow (on high ground) between Thurs and Friday evening so it could be a fun camp. Don't forget to bring some inner warming liquid, if you are that way inclined. For anyone who likes to sing Christmas carols the site are having it's annual Carol service on Saturday evening.

See you all at sometime over the weekend

Dave

 

[Mesquite]

Mesquite (Steve) I believe that you have one of the Polish army tipis ( made from 2 ponchos). Is there a chance that you could bring it as I would like to see what they are like.

No probs Dave, I was going to be bringing it anyway for some extra shelter

Latest local weather forecast is up to 20cms of snow (on high ground) between Thurs and Friday evening so it could be a fun camp.

What's the Bushcrafters equivelant of Mad dogs and Englishmen go out in the miday sun? Even mad dogs have the sense to seek shelter at times like this

 

[hertsboy]

20 cms of Snow in the night and a nice bright crispy Saturday morning -- that would be my ideal. Better fill up with inwardly warming "antifreeze" before settling down for the night though!

 

[Thoth]

Hi guys, I'm a newcomer to this forum and can't make it over to Watford-ish this weekend. I'd love to meet up with some like minded folks sometime though. Have a good weekend & I'll hope to get to be able to join you another time. I'm really pleased even to find that there are other bushcrafters in Herts.

 

[Mesquite]

Hi guys, I'm a newcomer to this forum and can't make it over to Watford-ish this weekend. I'd love to meet up with some like minded folks sometime though. Have a good weekend & I'll hope to get to be able to join you another time. I'm really pleased even to find that there are other bushcrafters in Herts.

Shame you can't make it over Toth.... it's looking to be an interesting and fun meet

As for other bushcrafters in herts, there's quite a few of us on the forum now

 

[Tune]

Ok Folks this is an update as to where we are with the meet. So far I have had replies from the following:-

Camping confirmed
Tune.

I can't make Friday night but will be there on Saturday afternoon as early as I can. Am I too late for the stew?

 

[scubapauly]

Yay for Herts bushcrafters lol

 

[dave1942]

Tune, I am sure that we could fit you in with a portion.

Dave

 

[Mesquite]

Tune, I am sure that we could fit you in with a portion.

Dave

I'm sure we can find somewhere cold to put it

 

[hertsboy]

Well, I'm all packed ready! I'll be indulging in the luxury of a tent this time - should be warmer than the hammock, and I've put a blanket in as well as a down sleeping bag.

Those, together with thermals and a fleece - and not forgetting some internal warming liquid - will hopefully get me throught the night.

I'll be walking up from Watord, with about 40 lbs on my back, so I should be nicely warmed up by the time I get there.

 

[Mesquite]

I'll be walking up from Watord, with about 40 lbs on my back, so I should be nicely warmed up by the time I get there.

Walking??? might be better if you take your skis tomorrow

We've got about an inch of snow here already with it still coming down hard and fast still.

 

[dave1942]

Does anyone know how to build an igloo as Mesquite has already said it sure is coming down here in Hemel Hempstead. Don't forget to pack a shovel and other kit in your car as we may have to dig ourselves into the site. If anyone decides in the morning, not to come we will understand. As I will be on site (hopefully) from about 1-00pm I will not be on line to take messages so use the mobile. If you get there before me the entrance gate should be unlocked even if it aoppears not to be.

Dave.