Hello good people
I've decided that I'm going to get in to bushcraft and I'm looking for advice/tips about how to gain the most from it. But maybe a bit about myself so you's can better understand the mammoth task 😂.
I'm reasonably young and able and have done a couple of bushcraft/survival course in the past. I'm always out walking with the dog through woods etc and enjoy conventional wild camping i.e tent, sleeping bag, food and a half of whiskey ( i am Scottish after all). I've watch a lot of YouTube vids and read up extensively on the subject but a feel I've reach the point where I need to go out and challenge myself by putting it in to practice. Always seems the best way to learn.
But my goal/dream is to put the dog in the car and take of to the woods for the weekend with minimal equipment and supplies and maybe drag the wee ones along when they are a bit older.
So to get going I've got a few questions straight of the bat.
Location - I live in the Scottish Highlands and while there is no shortage of places to practice bushcraft it does seem that the woods and forests surrounding the area are predominantly pine, with some birch dotted about. A lot of the things I've watched and read seem to have a greater variety of trees and bushes at there disposal. Now where I see challenge I'm sure you guys see opportunity. Any advice on this would be appreciated.
Duration and season - The Scottish highlands can be a harsh environment, so as a novice would you's recommend holding off for spring/summer before spending the whole night out?
Supplies and Equipment - I've read up about what to take but is there anything I really shouldn't forget, in other words a must have list.
And finally, my good lady isn't all that keen on the thought of me heading off in to the woods on my own for the weekend when I'm not very experienced. Is it worth talking a friend in to joining me for a while?
Thanks in advance for replies, all advice is hugely appreciated.
Carter