Hi from (an older) newbie

[Polestar]

Hi all. Thought it was time to introduce myself.
I'm now in my 50's and have been a huntin'/ fishin' /shooting man all of my life. In my 20's and 30's I spent a lot of time with a small group of friends rough-camping and 'living off the woods' at weekends, and even got a little involved in some 'survivalist' areas (the folly of youth!). I've always been into guns and knives as well as outdoor stuff, but am also a culture vulture - ballet, opera, music etc. .... so like to think of myself as quite balanced.
Over the past 10 years or so I have been less involved with outdoor activities (other than fly-fishing) ... so why the ressurgence of interest? My ten year old son's hero is RM, and having done some camping/training with Thomas from Trackways, he is now into bushcraft as well as shooting and everything associated therewith. It's great having him so enthusiastic about aspects of life that I've always enjoyed; and sharing them with him. I know that I've still got a lot to learn - and this seems like a good place to do it.
I work as a University Counsellor (Psychotherapist) down in sunny Brighton.
David
(Polestar ?... I like to think that you always know where you are with me!)

 

[happy camper]

hello polestar
you are most welcome. great reason for your name

 

[Marts]

Welcome Polestar. Sounds like you probably have lots of stories to share.

Great to hear your son is getting into bushcraft. As a bit of encouragement for him you could tell him that at Ray Mears' school, Woodlore, one of the current instructors is only 19 years old. He started on a junior fundamental course there when he was little older than your son, and now he teaches the skills.

Anyway hope you enjoy the forums.

 

[Razorstrop]

Hi mate
Welcome to the wonderful world of BCUK
Not been here too long myself, but I've been made very welcome and a sure you will too.

Starstruck
Garry

 

[wolf]

hiya mate...

 

[outdoorcode]

quick hi & welcome from me too

Andrew

 

[Tony]

Welcome to BCUK David, it's good to have you

 

[Ogri the trog]

Welcome aboard Polestar,
Great intro

ATB

Ogri the trog

 

[jdlenton]

hello and welcome

 

[Emberglow]

And hello from me too

 

[Stuart]

hello there

come on in and make yourself at home

 

[running bare]

im new too and a big welcome to you

 

[stovie]

Hello. Have a beer! This could be an expensive round...

 

[Abbe Osram]

Welcome to BCUK, make yourself a home!
cheers
Abbe

 

[Polestar]

Welcome Polestar. Sounds like you probably have lots of stories to share.

A big thanks to all for the warm welcome - feels like 'home' already. Lots of stories? I guess so .... perhaps one day round a campfire, accompanied by a dram or two of Caol Isla (with just a dash of water) ... how come Whisky comes up on every forum I read? It's great to read some of the inspiring stuff here.

 

[Scout]

welcome abourd bcuk polestar

nathan

 

[morch]

HI David, welcome aboard mate

 

[Ed]

A warm welcome to you polestar... I'm glad this place is starting to feel like home to you already


Ed