A female bushcraft Facebook group
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There's some things which are uniquely female situations in a woodland/ bushcraft/ survival context and a few of us, recognising that our ribald comments on some of the more feminine quandries might cause discomfort for you lads, have started a Facebook group, Sisterhood of the Bush.
Drop on by and request a join if you fancy- it can get a wee bit saucy so its maybe not one for younger lasses- recent subjects (serious and otherwise) include menstruation and overcoming the lack of sufficient urination equipment (a uniquely female problem, especially in a hammock), where to get pink knives and kit, breastfeeding and bug out bags.
hhhhhhm, pink knives....:bluThinki
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Eric_Methven
Bushcrafter (boy, I've got a lot to say!)
hhhhhhm, pink knives....:bluThinki
You can get pink Mora Knives from http://heri.se/produkter/421-rosa-morakniv.aspx.
You're a bunch o' funny onions I think thats why wives often don't bushcraft, so they can stay home in peace from y'alls' awwwwful quips!!
Tengu, my inner child is definately a boy and its a whole heap more fun
I think thats why wives often don't bushcraft, so they can stay home in peace from y'alls' awwwwful quips!! Tengu, my inner child is definately a boy and its a whole heap more fun
66 so far but a good deal of them are lads tbh It's Bushcraft Betty thats set it up... not bad for a toon, eh
It's Bushcraft Betty thats set it up... not bad for a toon, eh 
nice.
there is also ka-bar doziers, for a (locking) pocket knife.
they come with 2,25 and 3" blades.
i have been thinking of getting my sister one.
I wasnt here and i didnt chuckle like a school boy at the name of the group
same here most definatly
Now THAT is sweeeeet! A super share for the sisters, thanks very much, Steffen! And Drew.... You're one of our honorary male members, aintcha....
Excellent!
I have female friends who love the idea of bushcrafting and wild camping but are worried about the feminine issues. They'd love to come along and join in but are put off by some of the practical (feminine) issues - that I cannot help them with.
Please ignore the schoolboy sniggers Turbogirl and put some practical advice and wisdom on this thread. It may alay a lot of fears/reservations and bring a few more ladies to sit with us by the campfire.
It's a damned good subject and worthy of a thread on this forum - even a sticky (Sod Facebook). Just as relevant as what knife to carry or how to start a fire by rubbing two boy-scouts together. The ladies need some down-to-earth practical advice on catering for their particular needs.
Illegitimi non carborundum! Go for it! And to hell with what us silly beggars say.
ATB Paul
I have female friends who love the idea of bushcrafting and wild camping but are worried about the feminine issues. They'd love to come along and join in but are put off by some of the practical (feminine) issues - that I cannot help them with.
Please ignore the schoolboy sniggers Turbogirl and put some practical advice and wisdom on this thread. It may alay a lot of fears/reservations and bring a few more ladies to sit with us by the campfire.
It's a damned good subject and worthy of a thread on this forum - even a sticky (Sod Facebook). Just as relevant as what knife to carry or how to start a fire by rubbing two boy-scouts together. The ladies need some down-to-earth practical advice on catering for their particular needs.
Illegitimi non carborundum! Go for it! And to hell with what us silly beggars say.
ATB Paul
Awww thx Paul
I love that the lads welcome us here and to the meets and the giggles are all part of it But its hard to share the info on the main publicly accessible forum... some of the devices are enough to turn the most hardened hunters stomach, we've found that on the group and it's not the kind of info a lot of folk would like their children to read and start questioning about, thats why we're off forum based... the link should get anyone to the group, signed up to FB or not so you could pass them the link if that'd help?
I kindov understand your concern about what we say in front of the children. But for the rest I say 'Publish and be damned'!
The lads shouldn't be 'welcoming' you - you have every right to be there. Just don't expect special treament - other than catering for your special needs.
Tell 'em like it is girl! If it turns the hunters stomach he needs to get a grip on reality - and his stomach. It's life. You lot ain't the same as us lot. Vive la différence.
ATB Paul
The lads shouldn't be 'welcoming' you - you have every right to be there. Just don't expect special treament - other than catering for your special needs.
Tell 'em like it is girl! If it turns the hunters stomach he needs to get a grip on reality - and his stomach. It's life. You lot ain't the same as us lot. Vive la différence.
ATB Paul
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BOD
Bushcrafter (boy, I've got a lot to say!)
I'm off to an aboriginal weekend of "women's work" - splitting rattan, weaving, foraging and plant ID, herbology. Seems to me that this is the heart of bushcraft.
Can I join the sisterhood?
Can I join the sisterhood?
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That sounds brilliant!! And yes, we have quite a few honorary chaps....
Just jump on the link and send a join request, one of the admins should pick it up. There's quite a few links up there beyond just dedicated womens pertinant things, you'll be welcome, tell 'em you saw the BCUK thread EDIT Theres quite a few members from international bushcrafting groups (SAfrica, Australias Southern Cross buschcrafters, American survivalists and preppers), tis an interesting facet to enjoy seeing the perspective and pictures from other continents
Well said, sir!
I like a snigger as much as the next chap, but it's all in fun. Bushcraft is for people who like the outdoors. It has nothing to do with gender whatsoever.
Hi i'm new on here, i spend loads of time in the woods on my own usually. i don't see what the big deal is about women being in the woods it's just a natural environment to be in irrespect of gender. I have a sheewee so i don't get my behind biten by midges or stung by nettles lol ( not cool), and a little trowel. i did find on my survival course that privacy can be hard in a hammock /tarp setup. if you're in a mixed group a tent might be a better option when you need to wash. i carry tampons all the time, they can be burn't on the fire. I prefer green products to pink as you see more of nature if your stealth, and freaks in the wood can't see you easily. My main concern is dogs not on leads, and badly behaved humans which you may run into. However i've had more dealings with idiots in the city centre than in the woods.
