Hi everyone thanks for letting me join. I live near Long Melford in Suffolk, I am 56 and have been getting out into the countryside for about 18 months since Covid and working from home affected my mental health. I have been mainly wild camping in a tent. My brother has been bushcrafting for years and this has led to me now having an interest in bushcraft and wild camping. I use army surplus bags, tent and bivvy, but also traditional tents and camping kit. It's been very addictive for me and a great help to get away from all the stuff going on. I hope to contribute some opinion from a beginner and understand what tips and advice you all have. Best wishes and Happy New year. Lee