What goes on at these meets, is it a sit round and chat affair? Or is it a this is how you catch and skin a rabbit do, with demos and swapping tips / techniques etc?
Genuine question btw not trying to sound like a dick lol. I'm a complete newb and I don't have enough gear to even think of attending unfortunately. Just wondering what to expect when I've got ready to go.
But I assume no matter happens during the day, once the sun goes down you start drinking
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As Pete and Steve mentioned, crafts and skills demo's tend to be mostly impromptu affairs, although we do have talks on specific skills from time to time. I think you ought to know at this stage that at our meets its fair to say we don't offer formal tutorials, this isn't a 'school' of any kind. there will be ample opportunity to get involved and try out your latest sharp or saw in our regular clearance projects. keep your eye on posts for our bushy car boot as well, sell swap buy or barter your gear always bargains to be had here!
but what we do offer is the opportunity to camp out in a private, secure and ancient woodland with a great bunch of people with the chance to tap into a huge variety of skills, just ask! and as for the evening its very relaxed, sit at the communal fire have a few cans if you want, have a laugh, chew the fat or talk kit.
alternatively have a wander around the other smaller gatherings where you will be welcomed, or just do your own thing.
this is how we operate here at North Wood, you are most welcome to come along for an hour, day or a full meet. oh and don't get too hung up on having the right gear, just stay warm and dry and you'll be fine.
Steve
Loved it last time we did this.