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+1 for Berghaus Alp. Had mine since 80s and it's still ok - some repairs and changes over the decades but used it to shepherd DofE group c6 weeks ago with no problems.

Ok. Time will tell! Thanks for the information.

Great! Thanks for your replies - both much appreciated. I've chosen a boiler and am hoping it's all that I hoped for. ATB

Thanks. Please let me know what the price will be so I can square it with leadership team.

Sorry for late reply - been socially distanced in the woods with some Scout age kids making shelters, fire and pancakes despite the amber rain warning for the Grampians. I think that the term is type 2 fun: good in retrospect

What would be the cost, please?

Fair enough! I'm planning to take my F1 on my coming DSC1. I fancy a more rounded handle but would need to be able to carry it in a boilable sheath.

Question that may reveal the depth of my ignorance: will the micarta handled F1 fit the standard F1 sheaths - "plastic" and leather? Thanks

Thanks. I suspect they may be a little too large in that case.

Hi Do you by any chance have the old / international Scout logo? Thanks

Hi, what's the fit like? I have found size 280 "kraut" boots a comfortable fit.

I've discovered an over-burdened elder (sambucus nigra) in the local woods. Is it possible to use the berries to flavour gin or other spirits, eg vodka? If the answer is yes, my question is then how? Advice, insights, links welcomed.

Hi Which model is it?

I have been lucky enough to acquire a second hand Ventile jacket recently. I bought it because I had used a (borrowed) similar one when on a course, pre the present international unpleasantness. In steady, heavy rain and wind while faffing about in woodland and open areas for a week, I found...

Unfortunately I live a long way north of any Alpkit shops so a polite email will have to do.

Thanks Robson - nice advice. Foraging law in U.K. does not permit the digging up of roots, tubers etc without specific permission, so I'll have to wait until next season as I don't wish to upset anyone.

So, 2 votes to go ahead. I tend to agree as I'm still okay. If anyone has anymore information, please share it.

Thanks Paul - I am hopeful that the project will be successful.

I found a wonderful supply of black currants near the coast this morning. As I merrily foraged along the path, I found two forms of currant on the bushes as illustrated in the attached pictures. I have tasted both types and both taste equally pleasant. My concern is that one is covered with a...

Thanks for your input. The article is useful.