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    Acredited Courses

    Do they exist?? I am applying for a job in which I will need some training for various outdoor activities,and I hope to be able to include bushcraft. As this is working with young people it has to be acredited for insurance purposes,so this is why I am asking. Any help and/or advice...
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    Uses for marble off cuts

    So does anyone know of a use for marble off cuts, some of which are about the size of a standard business envelope and 10mm thick. Over to you GS
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    Am I correct??

    Ok so a number of threads have been locked and deleted. I would just like to post a question to obtain some clarification. If a mod is taking part in a thread,are they equal to all other contributors? I do not mean if a mod has had to intervene because there are problems,but simply if...
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    Anyone here on

    LSG Cant seem to get a connection,are they down?? GS
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    One for the foraging experts

    What is this [/IMG] Looks like how a mate of mine described hedge garlic. I have rubbed the leaves and it doesnt smell of anything. But I'd rather an expert opinion please. GS
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    Heads up. Lidl

    Telescopic walking poles by B Square Aluminium Pair Down from 11.99 to 7.99. Extends from 69cm to 135cm Ideal for bivi/basha poles Got to be a good deal at that price. GS
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    An hour on the beach

    And I manged to forage this Fish stew tomorrow,already cooked and shelled some of it ready. Oysters are some of the biggest I have ever seen,but as such they are not much good for slurping, although they are delicious cooked.:cool: GS
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    Axe question

    I picked this up at the car boot sale on Sunday. Can anyone tell me anything about it as I am no axe expert. [/IMG] [/IMG] It has ELWELL stamped on it and it has a really thin blade. Thanks GS
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    Birch ??? sap.

    Ok so my question is why birch ? Is that it is the traditional tree to tap ? Can you in fact tap any tree and drink the sap ?? Presumably if so they would all taste different. Sorry if this sounds a stupid question but it is genuine. GS
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    Storage

    Hi all Bit of a long shot but does anyone know of some cheap storage available in East Devon or south Somerset. Due to personal circumstances I need something around the space of a 20' shipping container,for around six months. Any info greatly appreciated. GS
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    BBC Red Nose Day Snub

    I have been a biker all my adult life and have met some real nice people, including a number of disabled bikers,members of the NABD, Their rally is one of the best of the season because despite any disabilities they know how to live life to the full. So I was shocked to read about the BBCs...
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    If Carlsberg made boiled eggs

    Breakfast Mmmmmmm [/IMG] So who else like goose eggs Does anyone know where I can get them in Devon at reasonable price. GS
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    Cuttlefish

    Cuttlefish bone or whatever the technical name is for it, I'm sur e you know what I mean. Do you know of any use for them other than giving it to the budgie.:D GS
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    Moulding leather

    Having seen (and bought ) those nasty mask things in Portugal and seeing some of the fine leatherwork you chaps do,I have a question. How do I mould leather to the shape of something, the ultimate aim is to glue it to the item once it is sufficiently stretched and moulded. So how far will...
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    Knife law,a question

    Rather than tack this on to the existing thread,as it is getting a bit long,I thought this question worthy of another. As it stands knives (even some that are now illegal to buy,sell or gift ) are perfectly legal for you to have in your own home. But not in your vehicle without due reason at...
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    Tentipi problems

    Not my thread but the OP asked for it to be put up over here. http://www.songofthepaddle.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=15211 GS
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    Storing dried food

    As well as rice and various pulses I am thinking about buying a dehydrator. So what is the best way to keep dried food and how long will it keep for?? I know this is quite a general question but any advice appreciated. GS
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    Smoking

    Can some one with more knowledge than me ,please explain the difference between hot and cold smoking (other than the obvious). Is one better than the other or only for certain things,or maybe the smoked food doesnt last as long?? Help really confused.:confused: :confused: GS
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    Jerky advice

    Right I can understand marinades and in fact already have a plan. But how thickly should the beef be sliced?? Cheers GS
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    Brewing

    Well the time has come to have go at brewing some beer and making some wine,so does anyone have any links for equipment at reasonable prices. And simple brewing and/or winemaking instructions. The one important thing for me is not to use a kit,I really want to start from scratch. Or is...