+1 on Lancewood for sticks. I've recently started cutting Lancewood branches for stick making. Experimenting with different drying / treating methods. Some I'll leave untouched and dry for a year,...
Liked On: 19-11-2022, 02:13 PM
When lambing is over and some grass is growing 2 things happen - I'm allowed back into my farm spots and the cockies start complaining about the number of deer they are seeing. So last Thursday I...
Liked On: 18-11-2022, 03:23 PM
I had been fizzing for the Canterbury Show Day long weekend with a multi-day trip planned to the Lewis Pass. A week out with increasing dismay I watched the forecast get worse by the day until a...
Liked On: 18-11-2022, 03:15 PM
No idea, but the next manufacturer that makes a PLB with user replaceable batteries that can be easily obtained for a reasonable price will get my money.
Liked On: 18-11-2022, 10:10 AM
Things I like that I currently use, have used heaps of shit and I actually like this stuff.. RAB Siltarp 2, excellent bit of kit and only shelter I use now Cactus Hector pack, bombproof La...
Liked On: 18-11-2022, 10:05 AM
My original Huntech gaiters. Yep I’ve changed out the zip but these things are just great. Over 25 years old and still going!!:thumbsup: 210464
Liked On: 18-11-2022, 10:05 AM
The one thing that's always in my pocket is a Victorinox Climber pocket knife. Not sure what I value the most, tooth pick, scissors or blade. Amazing little multitool.
Liked On: 18-11-2022, 10:04 AM
The dried blood that is used as deer repellant may well attract Kea, however the Kea will be far more attracted to the smell of the grain used to make the pellet, they are after all 'seed eaters'
Liked On: 18-11-2022, 10:01 AM
And they have postponed the Rainbow drop as well, I have a lot of time for OSPRI OSPRI also received several submissions opposing the Rainbow operation. Due to the presence of Kea in the area,...
Liked On: 18-11-2022, 10:00 AM
My old trick was to snap down a fern frond as I walked along. Depending on terrain you might bend a frond every 5 metres, or 50 metres. Go anywhere you like...to get back 'home' just follow the...
Liked On: 18-11-2022, 09:59 AM
Love the Pureoras but is very easy to get turned around in. Become familiar with Map and Compass , it's definitely a nice skill to have, there are some great videos from the British Military...
Liked On: 18-11-2022, 09:59 AM
Just one tip I would give, no matter what anyone says do not pick up a peice of shit and sniff it and certainly don't lick it as that acheives nothing but risk catching a disease.
Liked On: 18-11-2022, 09:56 AM
We will need to agree to disagree. Josh having more viewers than Shae is an indictment on our society and the perverse pleasure it derives from macho bullshit and seeing young kids with mullets...
Liked On: 18-11-2022, 09:56 AM
A walking stick will save your knees for later on in life. Downhills are a bitch.
Liked On: 18-11-2022, 09:55 AM
I like his gentle disposition and understated humbleness. Such a contrast to the cult hero Josh and his macho bullshit with his kids. I like the hunting and outdoors aspects but the rest makes my...
Liked On: 18-11-2022, 09:54 AM