Hi Folks, after a chat on the "Firecraft" Section about tinders, some good people on here showed an interest in obtaining some natural tinders to add to their collection that are not on their doorstep, we have a couple on Dartmoor, so decided to have a wander with my good pal Skate, and combine it with an overnighter, of course!
First up is Molinia Grass, which is lush and bright green in the summer months, but dies back in winter and makes an excellent tinder, next is what we call down here Old Mans Beard, a lichen that attaches itself to trees, mainly hawthorn but will only grow where there is nearly zero air pollution, so after a good old walk to a secret spot i know we started a gathering, we did not pull much off the trees,as it takes about 40 years to grow, still plenty on the ground.
I will deal with those interested in obtaining some on the other thread.
So then time to get set up, beautiful evening with amazing skies and an almost full moon, great lamb madras and all the trimmings, a few beers and a relaxing time around the fire, then for late supper we tried the tuna and toilet paper meal! It was delicious.
Soon it was time for me and Nutmeg to hit the sack, slept like babies, up early, quick brew, pack up and a lovely wander along the River Bovey, saw some interesting fungi.
All in all, a great trip out, thanks Skate.
Thanks for looking, as usual all comments/questions welcome, good or bad! (Mouse!)
Ivan...
First up is Molinia Grass, which is lush and bright green in the summer months, but dies back in winter and makes an excellent tinder, next is what we call down here Old Mans Beard, a lichen that attaches itself to trees, mainly hawthorn but will only grow where there is nearly zero air pollution, so after a good old walk to a secret spot i know we started a gathering, we did not pull much off the trees,as it takes about 40 years to grow, still plenty on the ground.
I will deal with those interested in obtaining some on the other thread.
So then time to get set up, beautiful evening with amazing skies and an almost full moon, great lamb madras and all the trimmings, a few beers and a relaxing time around the fire, then for late supper we tried the tuna and toilet paper meal! It was delicious.
Soon it was time for me and Nutmeg to hit the sack, slept like babies, up early, quick brew, pack up and a lovely wander along the River Bovey, saw some interesting fungi.
All in all, a great trip out, thanks Skate.
Thanks for looking, as usual all comments/questions welcome, good or bad! (Mouse!)
Ivan...
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