books

  1. P

    Knots - resources to learn?

    Every time I stumble on a thread by asemery I get the urge to dig out an old knot book I got given for Xmas as a primary school aged kid. I remember playing with a ball of string and that book all through Xmas day. However as an adult I've forgotten so much and find that book not very good as...
  2. RAPPLEBY2000

    2 Handy books for making your own outdoor equipment

    Hi Guys, I just read John Fennas post on his amazing shirt, which reminded me of 2 books I own (sorry I'm not selling) that might help some of you guys interested in learning how to design and make clothing. Both books are perfect for such projects though David Plattens is far better in my...
  3. mousey

    The Book Exchange Thread

    Hello there, I've had an idea for a thread, giving books away. Similar to the gift it on thread but you do not have to offer another book if you take one. I'm hoping that folks who have books they don't need anymore will just put them up for free!.... we will see. They don't have to be...
  4. P

    Twine, rope making and knots book?

    Hi, Can anyone recommend a book for making twine / rope. I'd really like one that starts from first principles i.e. how to gather / soak the twine (which-elm inner bark, nettles, lime bark, etc.) and then moves on to show the different ways to make twine / rope. I'd also like any...
  5. D

    Wild Food & Foraging Books

    Good Day Wild Food /Foraging Books Would someone be so kind as to point out or recommend some top books (pocket size would be amazing) with good illustration/photo quality. I’m really struggling in this area and there are so many books out there, my head is hurting with choice. I’m looking...
  6. ProjeKtWEREWOLF

    'Food For Free' - Richard Mabey

    I found this in 'The Works' for £3.99 NEW. Nearly £7 on Amazon. Not affiliated etc etc. Just thought it's a bit of a bargain for anyone who hasnt already got it.
  7. Cooper90

    What books would you recommend?

    Hi i am looking for some new Bushcraft reading. What books would you recommend? Coops
  8. Toddy

    Skill sharing weekend. March 12th, 13th, 14th, 2010

    I have provisionally booked Comriecroft for the weekend of the 12th, 13th and 14th March 2010 for a skill sharing workshop. The hall is being offered for our use at a discount ( I think they like us :D) but I need to confirm by Friday afternoon that we want the hall. Camping fees will be as...
  9. scottisha5

    What books to buy?

    Hi all, Tried the search button looking for the best books to buy about bushcraft and outdoor living in the UK but came back with some error. Seems to be lots on surviving being shipwrecked, avalanches, hurricanes but what about something for us UK dwellers? So long and short is what...
  10. G

    Bushcraft Book Recommendations

    Hey all, I was wondering if any of you might recommend some good bushcraft / wilderness books. I've read the RM books, Lofty books & Call of the Wild (which I really enjoyed) Thought some of you fine people would have some great reads. Look forward to hearing from you all. Nath
  11. Stuart

    A Bushcraft Book collection

    there have been a number of threads recently about Bushcraft books and some suggestions about making a list of books which people can look though when deciding which book to acquire next. the following is my personal bushcraft book collection, its not particularly large and certainly not all...