Recent content by benop2

  • Come along to the amazing Summer Moot (21st July - 2nd August), a festival of bushcrafting and camping in a beautiful woodland PLEASE CLICK HERE for more information.
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    Giants Seat meet 19th - 21st April, Sign Up

    Hi guys, Still unsure due to work, but if possible would you mind a beginner coming along? I'd be coming with Phaestos.
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    Have you had any First Aid Training?

    I work as a lifeguard. We have to have first aid knowledge for in and out of water and get tested on it every month (if we fail we can't work until the next month). These tests include: CPR, Defib, all equipment in a basic medical kit, signs and symptoms to all common and many other...
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    First Birch Tapping Experience

    Thanks for the advice guys, and I also prefer harsh criticism. If you soften the blow then I might not take it as seriously as I should. I'd hate to damage any more trees because I ignored valid advice. We realised our mistake relatively quickly and did the best we could to fix it. Hopefully...
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    First Birch Tapping Experience

    Yes we did plug the holes afterwards. Don't worry, we love the trees :) Unfortunately we didn't think of reducing it and we don't have enough left now. Maybe next year.
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    WANTED DD Tarp 3x3

    Hi guys, I'm currently looking for anyone who might have a spare DD 3x3 tarp that they want to get rid of for less than the standard retail price. In good nick, obviously :p Apologies for this being in the swap section but I can't post in the classifieds. Cheers, Ben
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    Hi everyone

    Hi all, New guy from Manchester (England) here. I've always been interested in outdoor activities: been a scout, done Duke of Edinburgh etc. Wanted to do bushcraft for ages and finally got round to starting with help from a friend already a member here (thanks phaestos). Can't wait to learn...