Reveille was at 0800hrs. I lay there in my sleeping bag. Jackie was stirring. Off to my left I could see Dave moving about in the gloom. He wandered over and soon had the fire going and the huge black kettle on for a brew. One of the last things we had done last night was to cover the last of the logs with earth, thus sealing in the red hot embers which with a little coaxing soon burst into flames. Maisie emerged from her MSR tent and soon we four stood around drinking tea and coffee.
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Jackie with fresh fruit for starters for breakfast. |
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Dave enjoying the first brew of the day. |
Soon we were joined by Mel and Les who had spent the night in their camper van. It was now mid morning and thoughts turned to breakfast. Dave had to 'shoot off' to collect daughter Chloe and 'let the rabbit out' so Mike who was designated duty chef held off on the eggs, bacon, toast and cheesy toast till Dave returned. Tim had arrived. His duties at his Provedore Resto last night had prevented him camping but was now with us. He was the chef during our weeks canoe/camping down the Harkan river. Mike with the skillet on the fire and bacon sizzling was under some degree of pressure here. I felt Tim's eyes scrutinizing me. The scran passed muster I am pleased to say.
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I'd worry if I bumped into these guys roaming the woods. |
Tim who is an accomplished medieval longbow enthusiast is a great exponent of 100% wool garments and as such has been designing a poncho style garment. As can be seen from the photo Mike is wearing the long poncho. A watchcoat or Canadian Capote jacket in the style of the 1800's. The long jacket was very heavy but also very warm. Tim is wearing a shorter working style garment. He hopes to put these into production for a niche market. We shall see.
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Apart from the wellies Maisie could be an extra out of 'Last of the Mohicans.' |
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Tim and Maisie chatting. Maisie is never far from her trusty Hultafors axe. |
Whilst we had a few more brews of coffee using Tim's new GSI campfire coffee pot.
Chloe took off with Sam the dog on a few adventures before returning for some more fire lighting practice with dad Dave and Les. Earlier that morning this little angel had been playing in concert with the local orchestra. Never let looks deceive you!
The time was now well on to 1300hrs and all felt the need to return home for a shower and clean kit. Tents were struck and the camp 'policed'. Maisie was thanked once again for organizing all and dates were muted for another camp out soon. A note of thanks must go to The Boss, Jay for permission to use the land. Look him up at www.canoecornwall.org.uk
