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  • Hey Guest, Early bird pricing on the Summer Moot (29th July - 10th August) available until April 6th, we'd love you to come. PLEASE CLICK HERE to early bird price and get more information.
  1. Wayne

    Courses 2024.

    I don’t post here very often as I’m not very good at self promotion. Firstly I’m super excited to have been asked to set up a course program in Nova Scotia. It’s going to be an amazing opportunity for UK Bushcrafters to experience a really stunning part of Canada that’s still fairly wild. I...
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    Sussex Bushcraft Clubs Christmas Spectacular

    It's that time of year again when the Sussex Bushcraft Club and Forestknights host their annual gathering to celebrate the solstice and partake in our legendary Christmas dinner. 15th - 17th December The main meal will be late afternoon on Saturday. Plenty of space in our 250 acres of...
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    Wifi Roaming

    I have been looking into wifi options for my van. Im considering an extended road trip to the more remote parts of Europe and beyond. I'm known for taking vehicles down tracks never designed for them. Wading rivers in a Corsa in Iceland and taking my estate car onto the ice roads in the...
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    Who’s Going to the First Summer Moot at Rough Close?

    I can’t believe it’s only a couple of weeks away. I’m already getting excited planning Workshops and meeting up old friends that I just don’t see often enough. If you’re in doubt about taking the plunge the Bushmoot is one of the best Bushcraft gatherings in Europe and beyond. So who is coming?
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    Stuff sacks.

    I have a huge amount of kit that’s lacking proper organisation. I need recommendations for a supplier of quality stuff sacks in various sizes. Ideally not costing the earth.
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    Sussex Bushcraft Club June 23 - 25

    Another chance to enjoy the woods near Arundel. Sadly we lost David White. He died in May so we will be raising a toast in his memory. As usual the Sussex Meets are very informal. A chance to chill out and practice your skills in 250 acres of woods. This weekend if forecast to be hot.
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    Wyoming.

    My wife wants to spend a chunk of time in Wyoming. Anybody got any recommendations for some proper bushcraft locations I’m not interested in joining the masses in Yellowstone?
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    Spaces on our 2 Day First Aid Course June 10-11th.

    2 Day Outdoor First Aid Course 10th 11th June. The course to exceed the requirements of all the leading National Governing bodies. We are confident that the skills you learn with us will enable you to act with skill and confidence in an emergency situation. DAY 1 Introduction to the...
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    Floods Floods Glorious Floods

    Locally almost every major road has some degree of flooding at the moment. I’m amazed at the lack of skills shown by the vast majority of folk driving in poor conditions. No idea how to handle understeer. (Front wheel Skidding). Absolutely no feel of the road and understanding where the deep...
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    Hammock Hot Tent

    During our recce trip to Rough close there was a group of preppers camped in an out of the way area. A chap was using a hammock Hot tent. Intrigued i have found the Onetigris online. a bit spendy and a bit big. Has anyone experience of hammocking with a stove. My first thoughts are on the...
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    Long Evenings. What do you do?

    The nights are getting longer. I often find myself at a loss. I don’t carve in the dark. A couple of hours of watching flames dance. is it bed time? Nope it’s 7:30 pm. Still a few hours before bedtime. So what do you do other than stare at your phones?
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    Proud moment. Another Beautiful Bow

    Andy attended our September bow making course. During the 3 days from tree to shooting bow we don’t have much time to work on making them pretty. Our focus is on a nicely tillered shooting bow. So I was rather pleased to receive these photos of his bow. He deserved a beauty working hard...
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    Top Quilt

    My Rab sleeping bag has shed most of its feathers. So im looking for something for the cooler months. The idea of a down top quilt appeals. Does anyone have an recommendations for a quality quilt. Id prefer not to pay more than £250
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    Transylvania Exploration 2023

    Forestknights have exclusive access to the Bison rewilding project in the Carpathian mountains. We are planning to return to the area in 2023 staying in local hotels for an experience of the unique culture of the region. Plus we plan to spend a night or two in the wilds of the Carpathian...
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    2 Day Outdoor First Aid Training

    2 Day Outdoor First Aid Course We have carefully designed this course to exceed the requirements of all the leading National Governing bodies. We are confident that the skills you learn with us will enable you to act with skill and confidence in an emergency situation. DAY 1 Introduction to...
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    Sussex Bushcraft Clubs. August family camp.

    Quick heads up that the next Sussex Bushcraft Club meet is a family friendly camp. August Bank holiday weekend. Due to the current drought bring plenty of water and limit fires to the two main raised cooking fires. location is Arundel West Sussex cost £7.50 per person per night. there will...
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    Low Stretch Cord

    After wasting money on various reels of paracord. im looking for recommendations of low or no stretch cord. It really needs to be minimal stretch ideally not stupidly expensive as I get through a lot of cordage.
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    Carving - Green Wood?

    Tony. Are there any extra restrictions on gathering materials for projects this year? If there are issues is there a plan for some project wood to be delivered or sourced locally.
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    Sussex Bushcraft Clubs May Meet.

    Hi all. For those that dont know about the SBC. We meet in woodland near Arundel West Sussex once a month. 250 acres of ancient woodland. Plenty of space to hang a hammock and practice skills or just enjoy a relaxed weekend by the fire soaking up the atmosphere. Dates 13th - 15th May. This...
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    Jams and chutneys.

    It’s that time of year when the hedgerows offer a bounty. id love to see your recipes for hedgerow preserves etc.