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Appreciate the welcome. I must admit I'm a little 'surprised' about whats been said in the thread.
Apart from the articles on 'unlicensed instruments' there is no other literature stating that hand lining is illegal. A fishing rod can be an unlicensed instrument with out a license. I have a fishing license.

Id not take that to heart it may of been initially sparked by an observation on your vid but it doesnt read as aimed directly at you and about your vids.

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Mike,

It's useful to clarify the finer points of the legislation (to prevent getting nicked). Since the question has been asked, we might as well find the answer if we can.

I enjoy your videos and take note of your advice. I have made several purchases based on your recommendations. So, thanks very much for your time to put the channel together. It is appreciated.

Regards, Jack
 
I often get called on legality, everything I do is above board to the best of my knowledge.
Appreciate the comments on the channel, means a great deal and enjoy the witch hunt.

As the one who first brought it up, please don't think of it as a witch hunt. I've really enjoyed your videos and look forward to the next in the series.

It would be good once and for all to clarify the law on hand lines. I've emailed DEFRA and the EA, so hope for the a good clarifying response. Keep up what you're doing.

Cheers

J
 
Apart from the articles on 'unlicensed instruments' there is no other literature stating that hand lining is illegal. A fishing rod can be an unlicensed instrument with out a license. I have a fishing license.

Which is what I've been saying all along lol

I enjoyed your vid Mike, it was nice to see someone else firstly (most importantly) checking the legality, and secondly enjoying the technique
 
Just to bring this back on topic :)

I've been a subscriber to Mike's channel for a while and really enjoy the videos, not only the Bushcraft ones but also the hunting stuff of which I know nothing. Good to get an insight into how people who are able to go about it, though I'm not sure anyone sat next to me on the train while I watch the videos really wants to see someone squeezing the guts out of a squirrel!

He obviously knows his stuff, is passionate about it and happy to go to great lengths to film and produce the videos, write his blog, respond to comments and questions principally for other people's benefit (I assume he hasn't got rich off this (yet!)) I'm looking forward to the rest of the series.

As an aside I also enjoy the odd trips out he has with ZedOutdoors - they make a good double act!!

Cheers

Mark
 
Shouldn't all of this have been put into a separate post? Just saying; I clicked on the post regarding MCQ Bushcraft...

I haven't watched a lot yet, but I will. As mentioned, he does have a RM persona about him, info is really good and delivered in a relaxed manner. A lot to learn for anyone's skill level I think. I can see a bright future ahead and wish him all the best. I'll certainly keep tuned


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Shouldn't all of this have been put into a separate post? Just saying; I clicked on the post regarding MCQ Bushcraft...

I haven't watched a lot yet, but I will. As mentioned, he does have a RM persona about him, info is really good and delivered in a relaxed manner. A lot to learn for anyone's skill level I think. I can see a bright future ahead and wish him all the best. I'll certainly keep tuned


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His videos are very well done, and informative, and I shall enjoy watching more of them.
Im also jealous of his permission. :)
Keep up the good work Mike.
 
I watched his most recent video on hunting squirrel and wood pigeon. Whilst I have an appreciation that a shotgun is a definitive tool I would like to see more hunting and prep videos from him using more readily available items that the average bushcraft practitioner would be able to use such as trapping skills and maybe the use of air rifles/catapults.

Thats my own preference and I think the information and knowledge given in the videos is great.
 
Yeah, very valid point, I'll see how this can be split up.

I have to say this thread isn't a reflection on MCQ, if anything the vid stimulated some great discussion :D

After much chopping about there is now a thread about the legalities of rods and handlines that can be found right HERE

Please do not discuss it further in this thread, this thread is for the discussion on the video in the OP
 
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I have followed this guy for a while,and i also think he comes across really well, Makes a nice change !! In as much he seems calm, humble ,also v knowledgeable .
Maybe he would do a group course, if enough people wanted to participate, stick in a fair few quid each to make it worth his while.!
just a thought.
 
The second video in the series regarding access to private land is now available.

[video=youtube;6TaqrAnl3XQ]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6TaqrAnl3XQ[/video]
 
The private Land vid came out bang on time for me! I was getting a little daunted by my new OS map.

Very good point on the asking for permission stuff - folk often forget that complete strangers won't know how well-meaning you are, you're just another stranger on their doorstep.
 

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