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  • BushMoot: Come along to the amazing Summer Moot 31st July - 5th August (extended Moot : 27th July - 8th August), a festival of bushcrafting and camping in a beautiful woodland PLEASE CLICK HERE for more information.
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    Anyone tried a roof top tent? Thinking of getting one myself!

    I think @FerlasDave summed it up pretty well, I had one of the older models, super comfortable, heavy canvas that was great in the weather and kept the early morning sun off quite well, being off the ground is good for ventilation in the summer. can be a bit weighty and change your COG which can...
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    Wanted Micro paracord

    Im looking for 5ish meters to micro paracord in white. thought I would ask before I have to order a spool. Louis
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    Any idea what it is?

    On a footpath in a rural area, predominantly grassland. nearest hill fort approx 10km nearest pub 3km.
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    Any idea what it is?

    Found this on a damp walk on the South Downs this morning, any ideas? It seems heavier than expected for its size, no discernible movement of a compass needle and does not stick to a magnet. Cheers Louis.
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    Jerry Can

    there are a good range or cans Wavian Fuel Cans. there are plenty of cans on eBay and marketplace, just need to be careful with used ones, who knows how much rust is hidden inside.
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    Zoot suit / Parachute fabric smock

    I bought a top from a used 'chute on eBay a few years ago, honestly it looks a bit rough and hand made but folds down to nothing and it's great! Ps. Had a look back through my purchases and its too long ago to find the seller
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    Canadian/British Army slotted buttons

    Not in olive but may be worth giving them a shout see if they have any. Button.
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    A brief question

    I have been wearing these for a good while, comfortable and last well. I have worn them from the tropics, rain forests, deserts and temperate climate too. non chaffing for multi-day treks. wash well, maybe a bit slow to dry but not enough to be a problem.
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    Trail Cam Recommendations

    Any one got any good recommendations for trail cams? Im looking for something sturdy and long lasting. Ideally with non visible (to the human eye) IR illumination all ideas welcome. Cheers Louis
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    Guess what I’m watching

    Just don’t pick a classic! Buzzards gotta eat. Same as worms.
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    Guess what I’m watching

    The outlaw Josey Wales? Not seen that for a while!
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    Cooking Over Fire - Books

    Fire to Fork Harry Fisher (also on youtube) Outback cooking in the camp oven Jack & Reg Absalom Australian Bush Cooking Cathy Savage The 4x4 Safari Cookbook Rita Van Dyk Pots Pans and Potjies Karl Tessendorf and Greg Gilowey
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    My poor boots, can I fix them?

    May be worth asking Lancashire Sport Repairs they can repair most stuff, depends on how much you want to pay for the repair. Louis
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    Chest Rigs - How Useful Are They?

    I have been looking for a while, and sorely tempted for the same reasons as @Chris I quite liked the look of the Helikon Numbat small and some of the Hill People Gear stuff. Louis.
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    Dutch oven

    All the cast iron ones will be fairly weighty, I have had good results with a Best Duty bake pot from a local South African Shop, If you are looking for something a bit lighter it may be worth having a look at a Bedourie made of spun steel so a bit less weight. It does bake a good loaf (that one...
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    Inflatable camping light

    Been using one of these for probably 10ish years, Battery holds a good charge for a long time and the solar seems to keep it topped up. Used loads for camping and stays in the house in the winter as it gives great light if there is a power cut. Luminaid here is some info about them on the...
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    Your picture of the day...

    Not a bad start to a Sunday morning.
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    Your picture of the day...

    Lovely morning to swing an axe for an hour or so.
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    Gaseous Tritium Lights

    I have had a few, the last ones were from a group buy on here, which must be 10ish years ago, they still glow well. I have one that must be getting on for 20 yrs old and while it is not that bright it is still visible enough to find my keys in the dark! They have gone up, but hasn't everything...
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    Show us your watches

    This seems to do the job for me, I do wear a Garmin as well. But they is only for the GPS function.