Recent content by Dipper

Have ordered that book you recommended- thanks for the steer. Nothing going to happen anytime soon but I’ll let you know how I fare come the time

That’s really helpful, thank you for the steer on the book and an offer of guidance. I’ll certainly take you up on that sometime, on the basis that I can offer something in return. Didn’t know how to attach photos to this reply but have put some in the photos forum for you to see the dyke...

Drystone Dyke - in need of TLC (@Dystone Sullivan)

Thanks, I’m not far from Crombie country park - originally from N Ireland, but settled this side as my wife local.

Thanks - drystone walling is something I’d love to learn the basics of. There’s a tumbled dyke out the back I’ve set my sites on reinstating in the future. Like everything it’s getting the time!

In the absence of fencing or a high-seat this is AI’s offering…a scarecrow: For the best results, scarecrows are often used alongside other visual and auditory deterrents, like reflective tape, flashing lights, or noise-making devices.

Lovely area - I’m up in Dunkeld / Pitlochry area quite a lot. I see there are going to be 3 crannogs built - great news

G You’ve nothing to lose - what I’ve discovered is that there’s no rights or wrongs, just different ideas on how to achieve the same outcomes of keeping the bees alive, happy and hopefully harvesting some honey - give it a go, what’s the worst can happen!

Yes, Dundee (technically it’s own council area) is at the southern tip of Angus county. Where are you moving to?

Hello, I live in Angus, Scotland and enjoy all things outdoors from fishing to beekeeping. Recently tried my hand at spoon carving which led me to this forum. Looking forward to learning more. Dipper

Hi - accidentally posted my own intro here (now deleted) apologies