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I think I'm with Teedee, I use the thumbs up to mean 'appreciate' as much as 'like'

Thanks both for the above. In reply to OP, we were taught hand drill on the Frontier course I did last summer. The biggest piece of advice they gave was to start very gently and not try to get smoke on your first attempt. Instead, practice over the course of the week to build up technique and...

It won't be for wearing during activity, rather as a mother ship to stay warm during periods of inactivity.

Is this this technique demo'd anywhere, John?

I have one of these: https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/men's-winter-waterproof-hiking-parka-sh900-20degc/_/R-p-340344?mc=8755599&c=smoked+black Very pleased with it so far, and it'll be tested in Lapland next week so I'll let you know if I make it.

If I had a band, I'd call it Anal Paperwork Goblin. But instead I work in advertising. Started my 'career' in Bristol working at a television post-production company. Moved to the BBC for a year and a half as a production assistant aka dogsbody/jack of all trades - filming, editing, sound...

An Enzo Birk 75 in D2 with ivory scales. Wickedly sharp and such a smooth action. Can't understand why they don't make this any more, chuffed I found one.

Just received some MTP ECW mittens and wool liners for Lapland in a couple of weeks. Not affiliated with them, but a shout out to In2thewilderness.co.uk for good prices, good service and good communication.

It's an absolute belter, as are you other ones. What did you lube the zips with?

I've sadly reached the end of the 'Lee' books. I read a couple co-written with his brother but got as far as 'Better Off Dead' and found it unreadable. Just biding my time until I start back at the beginning. The series is a very welcome bonus.

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson. There are now a million and one self help books, guides and videos. But this was the first one I read which communicated the fundamentals in a digestible way. The main thrust is around self-worth and personal boundaries. Things which seem...

Cracking purchases. Vinted is lethal.

Great snaps, what a fun adventure.

As someone who's geographically challenged, that's definitely a habit I ought to adopt. I'm also guilty of 2nd or 3rd in the newspaper pile grabbing. Before I shut the door to my home, I jingle my keys in my pocket to avoid any potential lock out.

Excellent spoons, well done! Did you use a finish on them?

I just received this as a gift and am very much looking forward to reading it. Question: do you think it would it be more fruitful to read it from spring onwards when the trees are coming back to life, or is there still merit in reading it now?

Just got the 'fine' DMT pocket stone for ~£13 Now waiting for the extra fine to come down too... https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00004WFTF Edit: the 'mini' fine is available for £4 which is a total steal if it works for you...

I was looking for the same in the summer. I picked up one of these made by zebra https://www.originalequipmentshop.com/campsite/zebra_stainless_steel_plate/25474_p.html Think they do a slightly smaller size as well.

https://www.millets.co.uk/15979233/multimat-compact-kumfie-sit-mat-15979233 Multimat sit pads for £1.50

That's gorgeous. Is that the Frontier Bushcraft logo on it?