Rough Close Meet - September 2010.

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decorum

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... I might be bringing someone along for this one if thats alright. Ill know in a week or so for sure though.

In theory, you've answered your own question - but thanks for checking/letting me know.

By adding your name you acknowledge that you have read and will comply with post #01 of this thread ...

A snippet from post #01 :cool:

Forum members are responsible for themselves, the kit they use and their own actions at a Meet – if you bring along family (or a friend) then you also accept responsibility for them and their actions whilst they are on site.
 

Andy2112

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I am very interested in going to this meet, if that's ok and what kit will i need ?

Something to keep you dry, tarp or tent
sleeping bag
food/cutlery
something to cook on/in
Sense of humour, lol
Torch - this is a must, RC is like the black hole of Calcutta when the sun sets.

Basically normal camping gear mate, unless you use hammocks etc.
 

decorum

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... what kit will i need ?

Andy pretty much covered the basics on kit.

Make sure that you read post #01 as it gives you a bit of an insight into Meets in general - a few are set up in the same sort of manner.

Something to sleep in, on and under:

You'll need bedding - sleeping bag, blanket(s), duvet etc.
You'll get a better nights kip if you have an insulating layer beneath you - the market is awash with sleeping mats.
Shelter - tent or tarp (some use a hammock).

Tarp tip1: If you're under a tarp you might like to consider using a ground sheet under your kit.
Tarp tip2: If you use a ground sheet under a tarp, make sure that it covers a smaller area than the tarp does.
Tarp tip3: Note which way the wind blows - and make sure that the wind can't blow rain into your kit.


Something to cook in and on:

Pots and pans suitable for cooking over what ever you're using as a heat source. We can have open fires - but they must be raised and contained. We have neighbours on both sides at this Meet and because of this I have previously suggested (to others) that it might be wise to bring a fuel supply just in case.
Matches/lighter etc

Something to eat:

Bring what you like to eat, that you know that you can cook with (and on) the items above.
Cutlery - full set or spork* (* if you'd like to wind Mr Fenna up :cool:)

Something to drink:

Tea, coffee etc.
The site isn't a dry one - but we ask that people keep it sensible.
There is no requirement to supply others. It would be wise to bring a suitable drinking vessel

Something to wear:

Wear what you like (providing that you observe the social niceties :cool: - it's a scout site).
Spare clothes - it's a weekend, so you don't need a huge amount. But it's easy to get miserable if you get cold and/or wet.
Waterproofs are a good idea.
Boots are a sensible choice.
Insect repellent (at this time of year ;) )
Personal first aid kit.



Oh, and making sure that you're carring a good torch before it gets dark is a really good tip :yikes:
 

John Fenna

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ok ive been on "evilbay" got a basha, slightly heavier than i expected but it will do, para cord,some cookware,sleeping bag, sleeping bag liner, roll mat,groundsheet,3 stoves, a plastic mug a 24 hour ration pack, a firesteel,bivi bag,water bottle, a torch and a spork .........so im almost ready..................just trying to find things to swop now....i have got a pair of size ten m army boots if anyones interested ill bring them to the meet .......they are in very good condition and well polished i dont think they are goretex but still a good boot. any kit ive left out please feel free to shout up.
Ye gods!
A Spork!
Noooooooooooo! :D
 

firecrest

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Ive booked of work so maybe I can get lift down.
Looks like a great bunch of people going to this one so I dont want to miss it.
 

FerlasDave

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Have any plans for communal cooking been done yet? My apple tree in the garden is crammed full right now, be good to make a crumble or something with some blackberries?
 

TinkyPete

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Meet List:

By adding your name you acknowledge that you have read and will comply with post #01 of this thread and accept that it can (and probably will) be edited before the Meet. - if, when I add my name to the list, I fail to copy and paste the words between 'Meet List' and the names on the list I will pay an extra £1 per night for myself and each extra I bring with me.

decorum
MartinK9
Mesquite (? +1)
JonathanD
Twodogs
Muddy Boots
nolightweight
Andy2112
PREPER
Jimbo75 (+1)
dave53
Bodge (+1)
John Fenna
Snarf
Snarf's sniff (or in phil's case "scratch n sniff")
TinkyPete
Tank (TBC)
Elines (TBC)
Davey569 (+1 TBC)
Wayland (TBC)
shaggystu (TBC)

I am definately making this one as I am on a course in Nuneaton from 13th Sep till 1st Oct.

I am trying another set up and a new fire set up too. :)

bringing a few bring and buys/swaps too:

Rations (NOT all menus avialable)
cylumes
blow pokers
a few other odds and ends too :)
 
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John Fenna

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I am definately making this one as I am on a course in Nuneaton from 13th Sep till 1st Oct.

I am trying another set up and a new fire set up too. :)

bringing a few bing and buys/swaps too:

Rations (NOT all menus avialable)
cylumes
blow pokers
a few other odds and ends too :)

Put me down for a load of the rations! :)
 

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