That's what I was thinking. A great Idea for a permanent shelter, if we could get permission.
Suffolk Bushcraft Group
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Look at this thread how about this idea for a group shelter.. the Image with the Tarp over..
http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=109122
We could totally build that
Look at this thread how about this idea for a group shelter.. the Image with the Tarp over..
http://www.bushcraftuk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=109122
That would be Great Chris...
Would this be any good for the tarp on the roof? looks like decent value - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Large-Can...=&hash=item3a8202ee9d&clk_rvr_id=491857988095
That A frame looks amazing ! If I could get down on rest days would love to help make something like that
That A frame looks amazing ! If I could get down on rest days would love to help make something like that
I'll be in your neck of the woods (quite literally) this weekend
That's what I was thinking. A great Idea for a permanent shelter, if we could get permission.
That is what I was thinking, may be this meet coming we will look round for some fallen wood and start to collect, that long bit that is near the fire should be a start, even if we split it... and thinking about it my tarp would prob fit it as a roof, during the winter we just add tarp walls
I am going to print it off and show the land owner se what he says...
I dont think that that will be big enough, its only about 2m wide ish
That A frame looks amazing ! If I could get down on rest days would love to help make something like that
its the sort of thing I think the group will be doing, during the meets, so when you can make it you'll be welcome
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Looking forward to making it one day when one of the meets fit on my weekends off( only get 2 out of 5) - seem to recall you posting Augusts and September's dates and they were doable.
I've always loved the parachute group shelters - used them in the army but that A frame looks awesome
I've always loved the parachute group shelters - used them in the army but that A frame looks awesome
2 Night Monthly Suffolk Bushcraft Group Meeting 5th and 6th July 2013
All Welcome, Newbies, all levels of experience, Tree and Ground Dwellers.
Location
A 10 Acre mixed Woodland that is very quiet and secluded, and lends itself to wild camping, both in Hammocks and Tents, just outside of the village of Stansfield,
Regulars that have been to the Site before - 12:00 onwards - report before going to the woods.
New commers to Site - Meet at Compasses Pub, Stansfield, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 8LN. 14:00 hrs, normally finishing about midday on the Sunday. Please be on time as the Woodland is hard to find.
Cost
The Camp Site charge is £10 per person for the Weekend, fees for the site to be paid to me (Big Stu) as you arrive, this will have to be in cash.
Under 18s
Are welcome to attend, they are the responsibility of the Parent/Guardian that they came to the meet with.
Behaviour
Our meets, are good natured and light hearted, with safety in mind, we aim to carry this on with self regulation, if it does not then the offending person will be asked to leave immediately.
Facilities
This is a very wild site...The nearest Toilets, Shower are back at the Bayments Farm Yard, the nearest Tap is about a 600m from the Woodland.
Personal Hygiene - there is NO toilets in the woodland, apart from the ones at the Farm, please bring your Hygiene kits, there is a Group Latrine that is to be used in all cases, it is a requirement of the Landowner.
There is a lean to one man natural shelter that can be used, if you would like to use it for a night, that would be on a first come, first serve basis, it may need re-roofing prior to use. There is also a Shave horse for use as well that was made as a group project.
Housekeeping
There is no Facility to leave rubbish on site or at the farm, please bring a Rubbish Bag for your waste and take it home; we have had occasions were other peoples pitches have been cleaned up by others, You Carry In – You Carry Out.
Fire Places and Fire scar’s to be kept to a minimum, this will depend on activities, if you make a Fire Scar for any reason, other than communal one, then it is your responsibility to clean it up, The Main communal Fire is Everyone’s responsibility to clean up after.
Vehicles and Access and Parking to site
Due to the amount of cars and access being required by the landowner, cars can go to the woodland to drop off and pick up kit, then back to parking area for the duration of the stay, the Car Parking for the woodland will be about 800m away from the woodland in the Land owners Yard, please do not block Gates and Barn doorways,
If the ground is too wet then, most of the gear will have to walked in, I can arrange for help for people that cannot walk that far due to a health reason, I need to know this in advance.
Group Meal,
The Group meal will be provided by Simon, Thank you for the offer of that Simon, please can you start a group meal list.
(The Group meals are supplied but the person making them, then the cost is divided between the participants, please remember Cash is required) Last couple have been a Curry by Kirkland, and a Spit Roast by Paul, thank you both.
In case of Unforseen events that may cause there to be no group meal, please allow in your catering for that emmergency meal.
Air Guns
From this meeting as a Bonus for the Regular Attendees to Meets will be able to use Air Guns (Non FAC - under 12flb only) for Target use only in a designated area, they will be subject to Chronograph before use by the Range Control Officer, (this will be Carl), and any decision on the use of Air Guns and Range that he makes will be final, and has the right to refuse the use of the gun or any person using a gun.
Please inform myself or Carl (mitch66) if you intend on bringing an Air Gun prior to arrival.
Other Info
We are still on probation at this site, so please keep to the simple rules and treat it with respect.
I will be taking the normal, Griddle, and tripod, Coleman Lamp, also a couple of Tarps, for a group shelter,
Wood can be gathered from around the site, Dead Wood only to be used.
Of course Micky being taken is compulsory....
I know people Like taking Photo's and sharing experiances, and some dont like the Photo's on the Internet, so Please bear this in mind when posting after the event.
Slippers are welcome.....
Also don't forget, people do bring swaps and items for sale, so a meet can be a great place to get some kit.. reason to bring a little bit of cash with you.
All Attendee's, attend and take part in any activities at their own risk....by attending you agree to this term.
First Aid
There are no First Aid facilities on site, so you will need to bring your own kit,
The nearest A & E is 20 minutes drive at;
West Suffolk Hospital
Hardwick Lane
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk IP33 2QZ,
Switchboard: 01284 713000
If you plan to attend, then Paste and Copy the Whole Post and place name on bottom of list, adding also if you require the Group Meals and how many nights you’re staying,
List of Attending
1. Big Stu - 2 Nights
2. RemeaviThantos - 2 Nights Group meal please
3. mitch66 2 nights
4. sjstuart - 2 nights
5. Tagnut69 - 2 nights
6. Zeon98 (David) - 2 nights.
7. Bdshim - 1 night
8. Roman Soldier
Other Dates
August 2nd and 3rd 2013 - Monthly Meet
August 24th to 28th – 4 Nighter Bank Holiday Meet - for more details see notice on thread
September 6th and 7th 2013.- Monthly Meet
All Welcome, Newbies, all levels of experience, Tree and Ground Dwellers.
Location
A 10 Acre mixed Woodland that is very quiet and secluded, and lends itself to wild camping, both in Hammocks and Tents, just outside of the village of Stansfield,
Regulars that have been to the Site before - 12:00 onwards - report before going to the woods.
New commers to Site - Meet at Compasses Pub, Stansfield, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 8LN. 14:00 hrs, normally finishing about midday on the Sunday. Please be on time as the Woodland is hard to find.
Cost
The Camp Site charge is £10 per person for the Weekend, fees for the site to be paid to me (Big Stu) as you arrive, this will have to be in cash.
Under 18s
Are welcome to attend, they are the responsibility of the Parent/Guardian that they came to the meet with.
Behaviour
Our meets, are good natured and light hearted, with safety in mind, we aim to carry this on with self regulation, if it does not then the offending person will be asked to leave immediately.
Facilities
This is a very wild site...The nearest Toilets, Shower are back at the Bayments Farm Yard, the nearest Tap is about a 600m from the Woodland.
Personal Hygiene - there is NO toilets in the woodland, apart from the ones at the Farm, please bring your Hygiene kits, there is a Group Latrine that is to be used in all cases, it is a requirement of the Landowner.
There is a lean to one man natural shelter that can be used, if you would like to use it for a night, that would be on a first come, first serve basis, it may need re-roofing prior to use. There is also a Shave horse for use as well that was made as a group project.
Housekeeping
There is no Facility to leave rubbish on site or at the farm, please bring a Rubbish Bag for your waste and take it home; we have had occasions were other peoples pitches have been cleaned up by others, You Carry In – You Carry Out.
Fire Places and Fire scar’s to be kept to a minimum, this will depend on activities, if you make a Fire Scar for any reason, other than communal one, then it is your responsibility to clean it up, The Main communal Fire is Everyone’s responsibility to clean up after.
Vehicles and Access and Parking to site
Due to the amount of cars and access being required by the landowner, cars can go to the woodland to drop off and pick up kit, then back to parking area for the duration of the stay, the Car Parking for the woodland will be about 800m away from the woodland in the Land owners Yard, please do not block Gates and Barn doorways,
If the ground is too wet then, most of the gear will have to walked in, I can arrange for help for people that cannot walk that far due to a health reason, I need to know this in advance.
Group Meal,
The Group meal will be provided by Simon, Thank you for the offer of that Simon, please can you start a group meal list.
(The Group meals are supplied but the person making them, then the cost is divided between the participants, please remember Cash is required) Last couple have been a Curry by Kirkland, and a Spit Roast by Paul, thank you both.
In case of Unforseen events that may cause there to be no group meal, please allow in your catering for that emmergency meal.
Air Guns
From this meeting as a Bonus for the Regular Attendees to Meets will be able to use Air Guns (Non FAC - under 12flb only) for Target use only in a designated area, they will be subject to Chronograph before use by the Range Control Officer, (this will be Carl), and any decision on the use of Air Guns and Range that he makes will be final, and has the right to refuse the use of the gun or any person using a gun.
Please inform myself or Carl (mitch66) if you intend on bringing an Air Gun prior to arrival.
Other Info
We are still on probation at this site, so please keep to the simple rules and treat it with respect.
I will be taking the normal, Griddle, and tripod, Coleman Lamp, also a couple of Tarps, for a group shelter,
Wood can be gathered from around the site, Dead Wood only to be used.
Of course Micky being taken is compulsory....
I know people Like taking Photo's and sharing experiances, and some dont like the Photo's on the Internet, so Please bear this in mind when posting after the event.
Slippers are welcome.....
Also don't forget, people do bring swaps and items for sale, so a meet can be a great place to get some kit.. reason to bring a little bit of cash with you.
All Attendee's, attend and take part in any activities at their own risk....by attending you agree to this term.
First Aid
There are no First Aid facilities on site, so you will need to bring your own kit,
The nearest A & E is 20 minutes drive at;
West Suffolk Hospital
Hardwick Lane
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk IP33 2QZ,
Switchboard: 01284 713000
If you plan to attend, then Paste and Copy the Whole Post and place name on bottom of list, adding also if you require the Group Meals and how many nights you’re staying,
List of Attending
1. Big Stu - 2 Nights
2. RemeaviThantos - 2 Nights Group meal please
3. mitch66 2 nights
4. sjstuart - 2 nights
5. Tagnut69 - 2 nights
6. Zeon98 (David) - 2 nights.
7. Bdshim - 1 night
8. Roman Soldier
Other Dates
August 2nd and 3rd 2013 - Monthly Meet
August 24th to 28th – 4 Nighter Bank Holiday Meet - for more details see notice on thread
September 6th and 7th 2013.- Monthly Meet
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Yeah Parachutes are good shelters, one thing I thought about this one its a nice project, and can be closed in with Tarps in the winter all round if required, maybe even be a group over night shelter if needed in Very adverse weather
Also put a bit of a perm stamp on the site...
I've started to put future date at bottom of the Monthly meeting details
From what I have read the Hawk is not a chopper of wood but as a Tomahawk designed as a weapon.
You may well be right there, but some seem to like them for a replacement of an axe.. think mainly cause of looks..?? I find the round Handle not qiuite right to hold and the ones I ve used are to light to do much.. I was being polite about the method thing..... and not trying to open a can or worms of an argument on line whether an axe or tomahawk....
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Hi All, i thought we were going to make a table for food prep and a crapper seat first
We can make both... especially if you help out
Hi All, i thought we were going to make a table for food prep and a crapper seat first
Yeah, I was just thinking ahead..... its good to see how we as a group want to evolve the site
Table was next on the list as we said, as well as a po seat...
, I was just wondering about a walk around to have a look to see what wood we have..
. and also preparing the info for the Landowner, and also who like the Idea of it.. I am seeing the Landowner at the end of the next meet so would like to say to him this is what we would like ... fingers crossed.Thanks for posting future dates Stu - count me in for August! I could go on and on about the history of the tomahawk - I'm a geek but will save it for another time
Thanks for posting future dates Stu - count me in for August! I could go on and on about the history of the tomahawk - I'm a geek but will save it for another time
That's ok , I have been putting the dates up for a couple of months so that people know when they are, it will be good to meet you,
Hey am up for learning more as long as what you say is good and not just waffle, lol. everyone knows things that are interesting, and have things to offer,
2 Night Monthly Suffolk Bushcraft Group Meeting 5th and 6th July 2013
All Welcome, Newbies, all levels of experience, Tree and Ground Dwellers.
Location
A 10 Acre mixed Woodland that is very quiet and secluded, and lends itself to wild camping, both in Hammocks and Tents, just outside of the village of Stansfield,
Regulars that have been to the Site before - 12:00 onwards - report before going to the woods.
New commers to Site - Meet at Compasses Pub, Stansfield, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 8LN. 14:00 hrs, normally finishing about midday on the Sunday. Please be on time as the Woodland is hard to find.
Cost
The Camp Site charge is £10 per person for the Weekend, fees for the site to be paid to me (Big Stu) as you arrive, this will have to be in cash.
Under 18s
Are welcome to attend, they are the responsibility of the Parent/Guardian that they came to the meet with.
Behaviour
Our meets, are good natured and light hearted, with safety in mind, we aim to carry this on with self regulation, if it does not then the offending person will be asked to leave immediately.
Facilities
This is a very wild site...The nearest Toilets, Shower are back at the Bayments Farm Yard, the nearest Tap is about a 600m from the Woodland.
Personal Hygiene - there is NO toilets in the woodland, apart from the ones at the Farm, please bring your Hygiene kits, there is a Group Latrine that is to be used in all cases, it is a requirement of the Landowner.
There is a lean to one man natural shelter that can be used, if you would like to use it for a night, that would be on a first come, first serve basis, it may need re-roofing prior to use. There is also a Shave horse for use as well that was made as a group project.
Housekeeping
There is no Facility to leave rubbish on site or at the farm, please bring a Rubbish Bag for your waste and take it home; we have had occasions were other peoples pitches have been cleaned up by others, You Carry In You Carry Out.
Fire Places and Fire scars to be kept to a minimum, this will depend on activities, if you make a Fire Scar for any reason, other than communal one, then it is your responsibility to clean it up, The Main communal Fire is Everyones responsibility to clean up after.
Vehicles and Access and Parking to site
Due to the amount of cars and access being required by the landowner, cars can go to the woodland to drop off and pick up kit, then back to parking area for the duration of the stay, the Car Parking for the woodland will be about 800m away from the woodland in the Land owners Yard, please do not block Gates and Barn doorways,
If the ground is too wet then, most of the gear will have to walked in, I can arrange for help for people that cannot walk that far due to a health reason, I need to know this in advance.
Group Meal,
The Group meal will be provided by Simon, Thank you for the offer of that Simon, please can you start a group meal list.
(The Group meals are supplied but the person making them, then the cost is divided between the participants, please remember Cash is required) Last couple have been a Curry by Kirkland, and a Spit Roast by Paul, thank you both.
In case of Unforseen events that may cause there to be no group meal, please allow in your catering for that emmergency meal.
Air Guns
From this meeting as a Bonus for the Regular Attendees to Meets will be able to use Air Guns (Non FAC - under 12flb only) for Target use only in a designated area, they will be subject to Chronograph before use by the Range Control Officer, (this will be Carl), and any decision on the use of Air Guns and Range that he makes will be final, and has the right to refuse the use of the gun or any person using a gun.
Please inform myself or Carl (mitch66) if you intend on bringing an Air Gun prior to arrival.
Other Info
We are still on probation at this site, so please keep to the simple rules and treat it with respect.
I will be taking the normal, Griddle, and tripod, Coleman Lamp, also a couple of Tarps, for a group shelter,
Wood can be gathered from around the site, Dead Wood only to be used.
Of course Micky being taken is compulsory....
I know people Like taking Photo's and sharing experiances, and some dont like the Photo's on the Internet, so Please bear this in mind when posting after the event.
Slippers are welcome.....
Also don't forget, people do bring swaps and items for sale, so a meet can be a great place to get some kit.. reason to bring a little bit of cash with you.
All Attendee's, attend and take part in any activities at their own risk....by attending you agree to this term.
First Aid
There are no First Aid facilities on site, so you will need to bring your own kit,
The nearest A & E is 20 minutes drive at;
West Suffolk Hospital
Hardwick Lane
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk IP33 2QZ,
Switchboard: 01284 713000
If you plan to attend, then Paste and Copy the Whole Post and place name on bottom of list, adding also if you require the Group Meals and how many nights youre staying,
List of Attending
1. Big Stu - 2 Nights
2. RemeaviThantos - 2 Nights Group meal please
3. mitch66 2 nights
4. sjstuart - 2 nights
5. Tagnut69 - 2 nights
6. Zeon98 (David) - 2 nights.
7. Bdshim - 1 night
8. Roman Soldier
9. Mike Smith - 2 Nights (provisional, depending on work commitments) - will self cater.
Other Dates
August 2nd and 3rd 2013 - Monthly Meet
August 24th to 28th 4 Nighter Bank Holiday Meet - for more details see notice on thread
September 6th and 7th 2013.- Monthly Meet
All Welcome, Newbies, all levels of experience, Tree and Ground Dwellers.
Location
A 10 Acre mixed Woodland that is very quiet and secluded, and lends itself to wild camping, both in Hammocks and Tents, just outside of the village of Stansfield,
Regulars that have been to the Site before - 12:00 onwards - report before going to the woods.
New commers to Site - Meet at Compasses Pub, Stansfield, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 8LN. 14:00 hrs, normally finishing about midday on the Sunday. Please be on time as the Woodland is hard to find.
Cost
The Camp Site charge is £10 per person for the Weekend, fees for the site to be paid to me (Big Stu) as you arrive, this will have to be in cash.
Under 18s
Are welcome to attend, they are the responsibility of the Parent/Guardian that they came to the meet with.
Behaviour
Our meets, are good natured and light hearted, with safety in mind, we aim to carry this on with self regulation, if it does not then the offending person will be asked to leave immediately.
Facilities
This is a very wild site...The nearest Toilets, Shower are back at the Bayments Farm Yard, the nearest Tap is about a 600m from the Woodland.
Personal Hygiene - there is NO toilets in the woodland, apart from the ones at the Farm, please bring your Hygiene kits, there is a Group Latrine that is to be used in all cases, it is a requirement of the Landowner.
There is a lean to one man natural shelter that can be used, if you would like to use it for a night, that would be on a first come, first serve basis, it may need re-roofing prior to use. There is also a Shave horse for use as well that was made as a group project.
Housekeeping
There is no Facility to leave rubbish on site or at the farm, please bring a Rubbish Bag for your waste and take it home; we have had occasions were other peoples pitches have been cleaned up by others, You Carry In You Carry Out.
Fire Places and Fire scars to be kept to a minimum, this will depend on activities, if you make a Fire Scar for any reason, other than communal one, then it is your responsibility to clean it up, The Main communal Fire is Everyones responsibility to clean up after.
Vehicles and Access and Parking to site
Due to the amount of cars and access being required by the landowner, cars can go to the woodland to drop off and pick up kit, then back to parking area for the duration of the stay, the Car Parking for the woodland will be about 800m away from the woodland in the Land owners Yard, please do not block Gates and Barn doorways,
If the ground is too wet then, most of the gear will have to walked in, I can arrange for help for people that cannot walk that far due to a health reason, I need to know this in advance.
Group Meal,
The Group meal will be provided by Simon, Thank you for the offer of that Simon, please can you start a group meal list.
(The Group meals are supplied but the person making them, then the cost is divided between the participants, please remember Cash is required) Last couple have been a Curry by Kirkland, and a Spit Roast by Paul, thank you both.
In case of Unforseen events that may cause there to be no group meal, please allow in your catering for that emmergency meal.
Air Guns
From this meeting as a Bonus for the Regular Attendees to Meets will be able to use Air Guns (Non FAC - under 12flb only) for Target use only in a designated area, they will be subject to Chronograph before use by the Range Control Officer, (this will be Carl), and any decision on the use of Air Guns and Range that he makes will be final, and has the right to refuse the use of the gun or any person using a gun.
Please inform myself or Carl (mitch66) if you intend on bringing an Air Gun prior to arrival.
Other Info
We are still on probation at this site, so please keep to the simple rules and treat it with respect.
I will be taking the normal, Griddle, and tripod, Coleman Lamp, also a couple of Tarps, for a group shelter,
Wood can be gathered from around the site, Dead Wood only to be used.
Of course Micky being taken is compulsory....
I know people Like taking Photo's and sharing experiances, and some dont like the Photo's on the Internet, so Please bear this in mind when posting after the event.
Slippers are welcome.....
Also don't forget, people do bring swaps and items for sale, so a meet can be a great place to get some kit.. reason to bring a little bit of cash with you.
All Attendee's, attend and take part in any activities at their own risk....by attending you agree to this term.
First Aid
There are no First Aid facilities on site, so you will need to bring your own kit,
The nearest A & E is 20 minutes drive at;
West Suffolk Hospital
Hardwick Lane
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk IP33 2QZ,
Switchboard: 01284 713000
If you plan to attend, then Paste and Copy the Whole Post and place name on bottom of list, adding also if you require the Group Meals and how many nights youre staying,
List of Attending
1. Big Stu - 2 Nights
2. RemeaviThantos - 2 Nights Group meal please
3. mitch66 2 nights
4. sjstuart - 2 nights
5. Tagnut69 - 2 nights
6. Zeon98 (David) - 2 nights.
7. Bdshim - 1 night
8. Roman Soldier
9. Mike Smith - 2 Nights (provisional, depending on work commitments) - will self cater.
Other Dates
August 2nd and 3rd 2013 - Monthly Meet
August 24th to 28th 4 Nighter Bank Holiday Meet - for more details see notice on thread
September 6th and 7th 2013.- Monthly Meet
