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(http://i.imgur.com/YgWe9.jpg)
You can find the location of this camp here:
http://www.ni-wild.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=1514
Last years camp:
http://www.ni-wild.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=1500.0 (Pictures from Page 7)
Please review the safety and responsibility notice here : http://www.ni-wild.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=278.0 (http://www.ni-wild.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=278.0)
Attendees - Please register your interest below to be added to the list:
Dowser
RedLeader + 1
LennyJ
Matthew Black
Suspect Monkey
Kat
Flipmeb + 1
Rumblebum
Fourman
Drybag + 1
Wild_Camper2012
Cutelaguna (Possible +2)
Shamara
Grace
Oisin
SpecimanYak + 1
Jsurginor + 1
Al Fresco
WhoRya
LandyLiam
Just to note, we can't go out looking for people because they put their name down so if you're coming up on your own it's best to have given your number to another attendee so you can call ahead to say you're setting out. We don't go looking for people who haven't turned up unless they've specifically told us that they were on their way up. Otherwise we'd spend our evenings scouring the hills for people who were tucked up infront of X-Factor!
The main items we need to organise for a Traditional Christmas Dinner in the Hills will be:
Please claim your item/items below asap so we know who's bringing what :)
Turkey, Stuffing and Gravy - Dowser
Roast Ham - Matthew
Mashed Potatoes (Smash is Fine, made with milk and butter) - Jsurginor
Chipolatas wrapped in Bacon - Redleader
Roast Potatoes - Flipmeb
Sprouts - Rumblebum
Carrots - Cutelaguna
Mushy Peas - Wild_Camper2012
Cranberry Sauce - Grace
Christmas Pudding with Custard and Brandy Sauce - Suspectmonkey
Mince Pies and Cream - Drybag
Christmas Cake - LennyJ
Mulled Wine - Shamara & Oisin (But others can still volunteer to help out with this one)
Christmas Crackers - Fourman
After Eight Mints - Fourman
Cheese and Dips - Kayakgirl
Please feel free to make suggestions and lets make this year bigger and better than last years 8)
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That's a Home made cake as well.
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That's a Home made cake as well.
Yummy!!!
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Yeah, im up for it, il cover the sprouts, although this could be a bad move as nobody may actually like them so i end up cartin them all back to my car again.
Should we all bring some mulled wine to keep the costs down for people? Im just wondering?
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90% chance i'll be there, no food from me though, i'm in the can't cook won't cook category, orders from the off license are welcome though ;)
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U could always bring the crackers Liam.
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Great stuff. Can't wait!!
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Yeah, im up for it, il cover the sprouts, although this could be a bad move as nobody may actually like them so i end up cartin them all back to my car again.
Should we all bring some mulled wine to keep the costs down for people? Im just wondering?
Can't have a Crimbo Dinner without sprouts ;) No fear about carting them back to the car either... I love sprouts so you'll not have many to carry back. God help my + 1 in my tent that night ;D
As for the Mulled Wine... Everybody, or at least a few people should volunteer to bring some of the ingredients. I'm hoping Chuck my offer to be on Mulled Wine duty again as he did an awesome job last year. If that's the case, then maybe a few others can work with him in providing the festive refreshment.
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U could always bring the crackers Liam.
ok, crackers for lenny, alcohol for everyone else :D
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U could always bring the crackers Liam.
ok, crackers for lenny, alcohol for everyone else :D
Fine by me. make it one of those £20 jobs you know the really big ones
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U could always bring the crackers Liam.
ok, crackers for lenny, alcohol for everyone else :D
Fine by me. make it one of those £20 jobs you know the really big ones
you mean a bottle of port sized one :o
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U could always bring the crackers Liam.
ok, crackers for lenny, alcohol for everyone else :D
Fine by me. make it one of those £20 jobs you know the really big ones
you mean a bottle of port sized one :o
lol
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I'm in and will cover the Christmas pud :)
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im in just me at the moment put me down for the crackers and after eight mints
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I think I can come.
I need signed off by the doctor and, more importantly, the Missus.
and if I can come, Drybag Junior will definitely come too. She still talks about last year every time we have ham.
So put me down for the mince pies and cream.
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I will be going aswell. put my name down
I will bring Carrots.
I am not sure yet, but my gf and our son might be going too.
my son is 5.
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That's a Home made cake as well.
Ok well my roasties are going to be fully organic homegrown bad boys from my allotment. :P
Excellent... I'm lovin' everybodies enthusiasim. This is going to be one tasty dinner!!! Ok, my turkey may not be reared in my back garden, but I promise the stuffing will be homemade with breadcrumbs made from homemade bread. It will be the tastiest stuffing you've ever had. Ooh Err ;D
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Last years was suprisingly excellent considering it had to be carried up to the forest!
That's a Home made cake as well.
Ok well my roasties are going to be fully organic homegrown bad boys from my allotment. :P
Excellent... I'm lovin' everybodies enthusiasim. This is going to be one tasty dinner!!! Ok, my turkey may not be reared in my back garden, but I promise the stuffing will be homemade with breadcrumbs made from homemade bread. It will be the tastiest stuffing you've ever had. Ooh Err ;D
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What time will it start? I might be able to make it for around 8pm ish, with a couple of little ones. Ill bring some homemade raspberry ruffles :)
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What time will it start? I might be able to make it for around 8pm ish, with a couple of little ones. Ill bring some homemade raspberry ruffles :)
We plan to be at camp around 15:00 and aim to be eating Christmas Dinner about 18:30 but the festivities go on all night. If we know you are coming we will make sure there is a full Christmas Dinner held over for you when you do arrive. Landyliam will vouch for that... He turned up about 8ish last year and was well fed before his hike back down ;)
Hopefully see you there.
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just to let you know me and my brother Wild_Camper2012 will be there earlier as we are doing some geocaching before 15:00 so just incase you are waiting on us at the car park.
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just to let you know me and my brother Wild_Camper2012 will be there earlier as we are doing some geocaching before 15:00 so just incase you are waiting on us at the car park.
Thanks for letting us know... Looking forward to meeting you both. Enjoy the Geocaching :)
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hoping to be there with Indy and +1, have a dinner the night before also but this sounds good... will bring food but decide what closer to the time lol!
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Count me in providing I have a car by then.. I will bring the mulled wine..
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and she'll prolly drink it all too!
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Count me in providing I have a car by then.. I will bring the mulled wine..
I'm sure we'll be able to get you there even if you haven't access to a car ;)
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I'm off the drink for lent..
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You're in luck, Lent finished ages ago ::)
I'm off the drink for lent..
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Me and oisin are in, we will bring some mulled wine and the cranberry sauce. :) Anything else needed?
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What time will it start? I might be able to make it for around 8pm ish, with a couple of little ones. Ill bring some homemade raspberry ruffles :)
We plan to be at camp around 15:00 and aim to be eating Christmas Dinner about 18:30 but the festivities go on all night. If we know you are coming we will make sure there is a full Christmas Dinner held over for you when you do arrive. Landyliam will vouch for that... He turned up about 8ish last year and was well fed before his hike back down ;)
Hopefully see you there.
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Thanks! We would love to taste all the delicious food, but we will eat before we come, so no need to worry about us :)
My son Eoghan and myself are definitely in (my little one is too little to take when its dark).
Sorry if these questions are silly, but...
1 is there a 'just in case' number I could have?
2 Will the camp be easy to find? (will the noise led us there? lol)
3 is there anything else i can bring apart from raspberry ruffles?
4 Can I bring my dog?
This is my first night 'walk' if you can call it that! and in a motherly way a bit anxious... but sooo looking forward to it!
If i have enough time during the day i may take the two of them up for the 3.30 meet :)
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What time will it start? I might be able to make it for around 8pm ish, with a couple of little ones. Ill bring some homemade raspberry ruffles :)
We plan to be at camp around 15:00 and aim to be eating Christmas Dinner about 18:30 but the festivities go on all night. If we know you are coming we will make sure there is a full Christmas Dinner held over for you when you do arrive. Landyliam will vouch for that... He turned up about 8ish last year and was well fed before his hike back down ;)
Hopefully see you there.
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Thanks! We would love to taste all the delicious food, but we will eat before we come, so no need to worry about us :)
My son Eoghan and myself are definitely in (my little one is too little to take when its dark).
Sorry if these questions are silly, but...
1 is there a 'just in case' number I could have?
2 Will the camp be easy to find? (will the noise led us there? lol)
3 is there anything else i can bring apart from raspberry ruffles?
4 Can I bring my dog?
This is my first night 'walk' if you can call it that! and in a motherly way a bit anxious... but sooo looking forward to it!
If i have enough time during the day i may take the two of them up for the 3.30 meet :)
No such thing as a silly question, as they say ;)
1. I will PM you my mobile number, just in case, and probably one or two others in case I don't hear mine.
2. The camp will be easy to find. We are only 30 yards off the path, in the wood, and you will definitely hear the noise and see the fire.
3. Raspberry Ruffles are just fine.
4. Yeap, dogs are no problem either. If your coming at night you may want to consider keeping it on a lead or getting it a Hi-Vis jacket or
a Flashing LED Light for it's collar. Most big pet stores sell the jackets and lights. Dogs have a nasty habit of disappearing in the dark :o
If you do get a bit spooked coming up on your own with your little one give us a call and it will be no problem for one or two of us coming down the hill to meet you and show you to the camp. Once I've got my 24lb Turkey deposited at the camp nipping up and down the hill is a doodle :D
Looking forward to meeting you and feel free to ask anything else.
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Thanks! We would love to taste all the delicious food, but we will eat before we come, so no need to worry about us :)
My son Eoghan and myself are definitely in (my little one is too little to take when its dark).
Sorry if these questions are silly, but...
1 is there a 'just in case' number I could have?
2 Will the camp be easy to find? (will the noise led us there? lol)
3 is there anything else i can bring apart from raspberry ruffles?
4 Can I bring my dog?
This is my first night 'walk' if you can call it that! and in a motherly way a bit anxious... but sooo looking forward to it!
If i have enough time during the day i may take the two of them up for the 3.30 meet :)
Me and Grace will be walking up at some point, I havent checked the bus times yet. I know Grace enjoyed helping Flipmeb's daughter up to the camp last time so I'm sure she'd be glad to offer assistance with little ones.
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She will be made up by that. :)
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Awh thats so sweet. :) Will they be along to the christmas camp this year?
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Sounds good. At least you wont have to worry about anyone heading head first in the fire ;D
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You never know after a few drinks.
So the question is baileys or mulled wine everyone?
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Thanks! We would love to taste all the delicious food, but we will eat before we come, so no need to worry about us :)
My son Eoghan and myself are definitely in (my little one is too little to take when its dark).
Sorry if these questions are silly, but...
1 is there a 'just in case' number I could have?
2 Will the camp be easy to find? (will the noise led us there? lol)
3 is there anything else i can bring apart from raspberry ruffles?
4 Can I bring my dog?
This is my first night 'walk' if you can call it that! and in a motherly way a bit anxious... but sooo looking forward to it!
If i have enough time during the day i may take the two of them up for the 3.30 meet :)
Me and Grace will be walking up at some point, I havent checked the bus times yet. I know Grace enjoyed helping Flipmeb's daughter up to the camp last time so I'm sure she'd be glad to offer assistance with little ones.
thank you, Oisin and Grace :) im tied to the leaving time of 7pm. If this suits you i would love to hook up with you both. If the time suits you i could maybe pick you up from the bus stop?
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Myself and my girlfriend should be making an appearance for an hour earlier in the day, can't camp out for the night as we've got prior commitments later but we'll be there for a mug of tea and a chance to meet some folks, no need for food though.
We were up in Donard Wood earlier today and it looks like the shelter is looking the worse for wear:
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That is no good. May need to up early and fix it.
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Don't forget, this isn't where the Xmas Dinner Camp is! It will be at the usual Donard Wood campsite.
That is no good. May need to up early and fix it.
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Great stuff!
Looks like I'm a +1
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To clear things up:
Am I bringing ingredients for mulled wine? Or mulled wine iself?
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To clear things up:
Am I bringing ingredients for mulled wine? Or mulled wine iself?
Probably both chum. I thought a few were taking on the mulled wine provision.
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On the mulled wine front, don't be buying a bottle of "Mulled Wine", that's no fun. Make you own!!!
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Wow 22 people up for this so far. should be a good craic.
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Were gonna need a bigger camp ;D
So what do you think, ive a three season sleeping bag, and il be wearing a marino wool baselayer, that should be enough to get a bit of a sleep eh?
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Sleeping bag? :D Don't be soft. You'll probably have the price of a bag of coal in ya so you'll not be needing any extra layers. ;)
Anyway, what's this sleep thing ?
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Sleeping bag? :D Don't be soft. You'll probably have the price of a bag of coal in ya so you'll not be needing any extra layers. ;)
Anyway, what's this sleep thing ?
Errr, i was only trying to act sensible there lol, if your telling me this is going to be one of these camps were we sit up and drink for most of the night, well hell il just have to struggle through ;D
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I'am in too guys,i'll bring some home brew sloe gin
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Great stuff, looks like it could be another classic. Hard to believe it's only 9 days away!
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How the fla are you meant to cook a brussel sprout? Do you stick the kettle on and just drop them in? I always thought they were just for wingin at people, or buses :P
Ik gonna have to speak to jamie oliver about this.
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How the fla are you meant to cook a brussel sprout? Do you stick the kettle on and just drop them in? I always thought they were just for wingin at people, or buses :P
Ik gonna have to speak to jamie oliver about this.
you can boil them in water, which will soften them up, and when there fully soften then there ready to eat. you can check them with a fork every so often to see if they are soft.
to make the cooking faster and less gas, have a flask full of hot water ready so the water can boil up quicker. unless ur using the campfire to cook you won't need flask of boiling water.
I hope this helps. as I would have to do the carrots the same way.
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Me and oisin are new to this soo what way should we do the mulled wine? Make it at home then bring it up or make it there? :S And is most recipes online okay to use?
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Must remember to bring the paracetamol as well,this year's brew is very nice,to nice
(http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6117/6332820536_3ac01b5b7b_b.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6332820536/)
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Must remember to bring the paracetamol as well,this year's brew is very nice,to nice
That's an excellent set-up, just about to head to a friends house to lend a hand with his home brew, Sloe Gin, Elderberry Wine, Haw Wine, Crab Apple Cider, and some Krupnik, don't think any will be ready this year but it's gonna be a fantastic summer :)
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Am hoping to join you on this, if its ok at such late notice.
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Am hoping to join you on this, if its ok at such late notice.
The more the merrier :)
Tonights Ginger Beer with the rest of the brew keeping warm and away from the light.
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Like TypoOn,im lookin forward to the christmas camp as well, ive seen lots of new people join the forum lately and it will be good to put some faces to names, im hopin for a good nite out although i havnt checked the weather yet .
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Would a few people pack a hatchet or small folding saw to process timber into burnable sizes?
If the weather is grim fire lighting might be a problem so I will throw in a fire log to get us started.
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A hiking buddy of mine wants to come along with me if that's ok,he's some crac,& quite a good singer,I'll pack a hatchet,no problem
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Is anyone bringing a cheese board?
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Permission sought and granted, I can attend!! No plus 1s or 2s for a change.
Looking like good numbers, I can bump up the Mulled Wine provision to warm the cockles.
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Well in that case I'll bring a selection of cheeses and dips
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A hiking buddy of mine wants to come along with me if that's ok,he's some crac,& quite a good singer,I'll pack a hatchet,no problem
No problem at all... See you both there :)
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Me and Grace will more and likely be getting the bus up to Belfast, then to Newcastle.
We'll be in Belfast for 15.30 hopefully. Then onto another bus and arrive in Newcastle for around 5? It will probably take us around an hour or so getting to the campsite and what not, could be more because of heavy rucksacks etc. So we will arrive there about 6.15pm? (All going to plan and not missing any buses)
I'll may be able to bring Smash also(noticed no one has called it yet) depends if I have room in my rucksack and how heavy it is.
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Hi-de-Hi Christmas Campers (All 28 of ya!!!)
Couple of things to draw your attention too:
Nobody has claimed the Mash Potatoes yet.... Gonna have to cancel the Crimbo Camp if we don't have spuds lol. Could somebody volunteer for this please.
The location of the Christmas Camp can be found here: http://www.ni-wild.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=1514.0
Lastly, could I remind everybody to have a read through the Safety and Responsibilty (http://www.ni-wild.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=278.0) post and familiarise yourself with a few of the do's and don'ts.
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I'll may be able to bring Smash also(noticed no one has called it yet) depends if I have room in my rucksack and how heavy it is.
Hold fire on the Smash for now... Hopefully somebody that hasn't volunteered to bring something will claim the Smash.
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I still havent a clue about this mulled wine.
How do I make it or am I bringing the ingredients? How do I even transport it?
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It's not hard but there are loads of variations. Just google "how to make mulled wine" and you'll get more links than you'll be able to digest. Also, I'm sure Chuck wouldn't mind if you messaged him, he did it last year and it was pretty blummin awesome!
I still havent a clue about this mulled wine.
How do I make it or am I bringing the ingredients? How do I even transport it?
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I still havent a clue about this mulled wine.
How do I make it or am I bringing the ingredients? How do I even transport it?
Water Carriers is the answer and a big pot for boiling it all in.
Delia Smyth never lets you down unless your a Norwich Supporter. This is what happens when you drink her Mulled Wine:
Recipe Here:
http://www.deliaonline.com/recipes/type-of-dish/party-food/accompaniment/christmas-easymulled-wine.html
Or, if you want to keep it real simple:
http://www.schwartz.co.uk/productdetail.cfm?ID=5210
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Got the OK from Mr. Surgeon, so we'll be there for the feasting and revelry.
Won't be staying overnight though.
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Can we have a Volunteer
for the Mash
Please
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Got the OK from Mr. Surgeon, so we'll be there for the feasting and revelry.
Won't be staying overnight though.
Just saw the x-ray of your wrist on your blog (http://mildexcitement.blogspot.com)... All I can say is AaawwoooooocchhH!!! :o
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What time are most people going down?
Unfortunately I can't stay the night but would like to call down for a bit. I'll have two young 'un's with me so don't want to be out too late :-\
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What time are most people going down?
Unfortunately I can't stay the night but would like to call down for a bit. I'll have two young 'un's with me so don't want to be out too late :-\
I think most people are aiming to be there between 3 and 4pm. An hour to set up camp and collect wood in what ever daylight we have left and and hour or so for cooking the banquet.
I will be at camp no later than 4pm I reckon, unless the Turkey puts up a struggle going up the hill :D
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Hmmm. my blog. I really should bring that up to date a bit.
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Very dissapointed that I can't go to this, I had a bit of argument with black ice this morning and managed a spectcular comedy slip, both feet in the air and me body checking the concrete. 2 cracked ribs and a torn ligament in my shoulder later i feel like im 90 years old and definitley not up to some camping for while.
Absolutely gutted about this, was looking forward to meeting all you peeps :'(
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Very dissapointed that I can't go to this, I had a bit of argument with black ice this morning and managed a spectcular comedy slip, both feet in the air and me body checking the concrete. 2 cracked ribs and a torn ligament in my shoulder later i feel like im 90 years old and definitley not up to some camping for while.
Absolutely gutted about this, was looking forward to meeting all you peeps :'(
Al Fresco, that's awful... Poor you!!! Look on the bright side, at least it happened at sea level and not on the side of Donard. No Helicopters required ;)
I know I shouldn't be, but I'm still chuckling at your description of the spectacular comedy slip lol. I'm sure any onlookers had their mornings brightened up too ::)
I wish you all the best and a speedy recovery.
Dowser
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2 cracked ribs and a torn ligament in my shoulder later i feel like im 90 years old and definitley not up to some camping for while
ouch, sure maybe we could borrow a stretcher and carry you up, or carry more beer, which do you think we would choose ??? ::)
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p.s. i'm still not sure if i can make it out on saturday, was hoping to bring my wee girl but she now has a birthday party to go to and a trip to see santa, then have to pick the big lad up from work later, trying to talk him into camping out though ;D
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Lol I think beer wins every time, also Dowser I would have laughed if i had seen it, laughing hurts at the moment though. :)
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Very dissapointed that I can't go to this, I had a bit of argument with black ice this morning and managed a spectcular comedy slip, both feet in the air and me body checking the concrete. 2 cracked ribs and a torn ligament in my shoulder later i feel like im 90 years old and definitley not up to some camping for while.
Absolutely gutted about this, was looking forward to meeting all you peeps :'(
Bad luck, get well soon!
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hey guys, not well enough for this right now- so watch out next time! Andy- save me some turkey ;)
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Come on guys and gals. Stop dropping out. No more drop outs.
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Come on guys and gals. Stop dropping out. No more drop outs.
lol, thats the way the cookie crumbles, people always drop out closer to the time.
but its winter and alot of bugs going round.
p.s should I bring a few bags of frozen carrots or tin carrots, if tins how many would I need?
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I'm not dropping out or anything, but..
Is it okay if I just bring a few packets of ingredients to make the mulled wine. Very busy this week and I know I'l not have time to make it, and still havent a clue on how to transport it about.
Would that be fine if I just brought a bottle of wine and then a few packets?
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I'm not dropping out or anything, but..
Is it okay if I just bring a few packets of ingredients to make the mulled wine. Very busy this week and I know I'l not have time to make it, and still havent a clue on how to transport it about.
Would that be fine if I just brought a bottle of wine and then a few packets?
Just bring Bucky ;)
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I'm not dropping out or anything, but..
Is it okay if I just bring a few packets of ingredients to make the mulled wine. Very busy this week and I know I'l not have time to make it, and still havent a clue on how to transport it about.
Would that be fine if I just brought a bottle of wine and then a few packets?
Mulled Wine is very simple and you would be making it on site anyway, not in advance, because it is served warm.
You will need to bring a decent sized pot to boil it all in, Oranges, Sugar and two or three packets of the pre-prepared spices. The internet is loaded with recipes or there is the link I sent yesterday: http://www.schwartz.co.uk/productdetail.cfm?ID=5210
There's quite a few going so one bottle isn't go far. For Mulled wine you don't need expensive wine and you can water it down with a about a 1/3 pure orange too.
Transport wise, if you don't want to carry glass bottles then any sort of water carrier of empty plastic Coke bottle will do the trick. A coke bottle will hold nearly two and a half bottles of wine.
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Come on guys and gals. Stop dropping out. No more drop outs.
lol, thats the way the cookie crumbles, people always drop out closer to the time.
but its winter and alot of bugs going round.
p.s should I bring a few bags of frozen carrots or tin carrots, if tins how many would I need?
You don't fancy having a stab at fresh carrots, possibly honey roasted or something! Last year it was a proper Christmas Dinner with Honey Roasted Parsnips and Carrots, Roast Potatoes, Real Mash, Roast Ham and all the proper trimmings, like you would get at home on Christmas Day.
Don't have to cook from scratch on the hill. Can be pre-roasted at home and warmed in tin foil over the log fire.
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Come on guys and gals. Stop dropping out. No more drop outs.
lol, thats the way the cookie crumbles, people always drop out closer to the time.
but its winter and alot of bugs going round.
p.s should I bring a few bags of frozen carrots or tin carrots, if tins how many would I need?
You don't fancy having a stab at fresh carrots, possibly honey roasted or something! Last year it was a proper Christmas Dinner with Honey Roasted Parsnips and Carrots, Roast Potatoes, Real Mash, Roast Ham and all the proper trimmings, like you would get at home on Christmas Day.
Don't have to cook from scratch on the hill. Can be pre-roasted at home and warmed in tin foil over the log fire.
Hmmm, hey Dowser, i wonder could we get you a camoflaged apron to match the rest of your outfit ;D
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Come on guys and gals. Stop dropping out. No more drop outs.
lol, thats the way the cookie crumbles, people always drop out closer to the time.
but its winter and alot of bugs going round.
p.s should I bring a few bags of frozen carrots or tin carrots, if tins how many would I need?
You don't fancy having a stab at fresh carrots, possibly honey roasted or something! Last year it was a proper Christmas Dinner with Honey Roasted Parsnips and Carrots, Roast Potatoes, Real Mash, Roast Ham and all the proper trimmings, like you would get at home on Christmas Day.
Don't have to cook from scratch on the hill. Can be pre-roasted at home and warmed in tin foil over the log fire.
Hmmm, hey Dowser, i wonder could we get you a camoflaged apron to match the rest of your outfit ;D
Already ordered lol... Lets hope it arrives on time from Ebay ;D ;D
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Dennys-Camouflage-Apron/dp/B0017VNMGU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1323289569&sr=8-1
(http://i.imgur.com/KnJ5p.jpg)
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Come on guys and gals. Stop dropping out. No more drop outs.
lol, thats the way the cookie crumbles, people always drop out closer to the time.
but its winter and alot of bugs going round.
p.s should I bring a few bags of frozen carrots or tin carrots, if tins how many would I need?
You don't fancy having a stab at fresh carrots, possibly honey roasted or something! Last year it was a proper Christmas Dinner with Honey Roasted Parsnips and Carrots, Roast Potatoes, Real Mash, Roast Ham and all the proper trimmings, like you would get at home on Christmas Day.
Don't have to cook from scratch on the hill. Can be pre-roasted at home and warmed in tin foil over the log fire.
Hmmm, hey Dowser, i wonder could we get you a camoflaged apron to match the rest of your outfit ;D
Already ordered lol... Lets hope it arrives on time from Ebay ;D ;D
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Dennys-Camouflage-Apron/dp/B0017VNMGU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1323289569&sr=8-1
(http://i.imgur.com/KnJ5p.jpg)
Lol good god man, youve went and lost the plot ;D
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Ok folk ,I'll sort the mash potato out
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Ok folk ,I'll sort the mash potato out
Good Man Jsurginor... There'll be an extra slice of Turkey on your plate for volunteering ;)
@ Rumblebum... Don't panic just yet, was only kiddin about having the Apron on order. Although if my secret Santa is reading this as is stuck for ideas ::)
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I will do the carrots the way you asked.
I might wear my multicam gear, I am thinking on it.
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I will do the carrots the way you asked.
Good Stuff... I've got a 16lb Turkey, 3lb Home-made Stuffing and 1lb of Streaky Bacon in my fridge just waiting to be roasted up for this event.
Your honey roast carrots will be the perfect accompaniment and I'll make sure you get an extra slice of turkey too ;)
This was last years Christmas Camp Turkey... Not a single Bernard Matthews Turkey Twizzler in sight ;D
(http://imgur.com/jWlTq.jpg)
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Well Guys and Girls, the count down is on...
Weather seems to be quite rough until Friday night but Saturday and Sunday Morning is looking good.
My Turkey is ready to go, the Honey Roast Carrots are on special order and Jsurginor has swooped in and saved the day by volunteering for the Mash ;D
If everbody chips in, and makes their contribution that little bit special, this will be a Crimbo Feast to remember.
Just need to get my ipod filled to bursting point with Festive music and we're all set.
Merry Christmas Everyone and looking forward to seeing you all there :D
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my brother wants to know, what way you want the mushy peas? pre cooked and re heated down there. or bring a few bags of frozzen mushy peas down?
cooking is not his strong point.
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so wish i was able to go to this, turkey looks fab . i`ll be at scout camp friday night and saturday doing christmas @ crawfordsburn & sunday is Beavers carol service so a busy weekend. hope you all have a great time, be safe & warm (cue more mulled wine) and hope to see plenty off pics
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my brother wants to know, what way you want the mushy peas? pre cooked and re heated down there. or bring a few bags of frozzen mushy peas down?
cooking is not his strong point.
Can't beleive I'm gonna say this, but the Bigga Mushy Peas, in the tin, are probably just as good as any lol... If he doen't want the weight of a few tins he could put them in sandwich bags.
If he fancies doing the real McCoy he would need to buy a couple of boxes of dried peas the day before and soak them overnight with bicarbonate of soda (Comes in the box). Once soaked they cook in about 5 mins so they would be easily done on the hill.
http://britishfood.about.com/od/glossary/g/MushyPeas.htm
Your Bro can decide what he wants to do.
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was thinking of doing half champ,half plain mash,what do you guys think?
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Bigga Mushy Peas OMG :o really :-X
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was thinking of doing half champ,half plain mash,what do you guys think?
Sounds Excellent :D
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Bigga Mushy Peas OMG :o really :-X
We have to give the option... I have to admit, I felt a bit guilty suggesting Honey Roast carrots to Cutelaguna :-[
We can't all be Jamie Oliver, Thank God ;)
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Bigga Mushy Peas OMG :o really :-X
I love them!! ;D
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I just wanted to check, off the top off my head is there a wall with a gap in it where the forest clears, go through that and then swing right and head into the trees?
Do i need a password to get into camp ;)
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close, but not quite right
after the 3rd bridge go a little bit further and you meet this gate and view of the ice house (with resident troll), turn right just before the gate (avoiding the troll fee ;) )
(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd496/landyliam/2011/P1020858Small.jpg)
password is yo ho ho and a bottle of rum
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I just wanted to check, off the top off my head is there a wall with a gap in it where the forest clears, go through that and then swing right and head into the trees?
Do i need a password to get into camp ;)
Click Here (http://i.imgur.com/P91FU.jpg) for a Google Earth Map of Campsite
And Here (http://i.imgur.com/IANFX.jpg) for a Close-Up
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thinking of getting to the campsite about 1pm,will start collecting wood,try to sort the fire out,see you guy's there
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A few last minute thoughts
I think we'll be aiming to get there after lunch-ish, don't want to be monkeying around in the dark looking for wood and pitching tents. Whoever is there first, try and choose one of the existing fire circles that are actually inside the forest rather than at the edge nearer the logged clearing, will be much more sheltered. Preferably one of the ones with a few logs for seats and a minimum of broken glass.
Anyone who wants kept up with unfolding events PM me your mobile number and I'll send you mine (assuming you don't already have it, it's still the same number).
Last minute requests
1) If a few people could organise an axe and folding saw or bow saw it will make life much easier.
2) Anyone who hasn't signed up for a foodstuff just throw in a bottle of wine / pure orange / general mulled wine ingredients, wouldn't want to run out of winter warmer!
3) Just to note, we can't go out looking for people because they put their name down so if you're coming up on your own it's best to have given your number to another attendee so you can call ahead to say you're setting out. We don't go looking for people who haven't turned up unless they've specifically told us that they were on their way up. Otherwise we'd spend our evenings scouring the hills for people who were tucked up infront of X-Factor!
4) Check this thread for last minute info as late before you leave as possible.
But most importantly, where's our lovely turkey pic Mr Dow!!! Hope you remembered to put that badboy in the oven or we're all on Super Noodles.
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But most importantly, where's our lovely turkey pic Mr Dow!!! Hope you remembered to put that badboy in the oven or we're all on Super Noodles.
Here she is... This years Sacrificial Bird ;)
Pre- Stuffing
(http://i.imgur.com/LtiFC.jpg)
The Stuffing
(http://i.imgur.com/thV9E.jpg)
Oven Ready
(http://i.imgur.com/1hUw8.jpg)
1 Hour In
(http://i.imgur.com/dFEm6.jpg)
3 Hours In
(http://i.imgur.com/rKv8f.jpg)
5 and a Half Hours In (2am :()
(http://i.imgur.com/KZJyx.jpg)
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that look's cracker,good job
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Great stuff Dowser, can't wait to get tucked in!
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I know how to get to the camp spot, but can someone remind me again about the bridges,
What sequence is it withe the bridge crossings? There is 3 bridges yeah?
Does it go:
Left
Right
Left
I'm sure you know what I mean. Or someone could leave a breadcrumb trial and make it interesting?
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There's a map here:
http://www.ni-wild.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=1514
And the route is the start of Slieve Donard ascent:
http://www.ni-wild.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=758.0
Think it's cross first bridge (left) cross second bridge (right) don't cross 3rd bridge. I was going to put an amusing Ghostbusters comment on not crossing the streams but that might confuse the issue :)
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so that makes it
right
left
right
i think ???
(edit: ignore the above, i started at the wrong point, it is left, right, right)
i've now managed to free up the afternoon so i should be leaving car park starting between 3-4pm, can help carry stuff up, also i can act as trail guide for anyone going down in the dark as i won't be drinking :(
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Great stuff mate.
so that makes it
right
left
right
i think ???
(edit: ignore the above, i started at the wrong point, it is left, right, right)
i've now managed to free up the afternoon so i should be leaving car park starting between 3-4pm, can help carry stuff up, also i can act as trail guide for anyone going down in the dark as i won't be drinking :(
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Thanks, I'll note the bridges down.
Crossing these bridges in the dark, reminds me of Trolls.
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This may also help
(http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e144/matthewrblack/mountains/niwildmap.jpg)
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Thanks guys, that will help.
I called into ASDA on my way home from work there and picked up a few bits and pieces for sharing, a couple of bags pretzels, pringles, and dips. some wine and 12 bags of brussell sprouts.
God i hope you like brussel sprouts
Can i borrow the NI Wild sherpa ;D
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Should mention, the NI-Wild skull'n'crossbones should be in attendance so anyone new can spot us but not until I've got up there. Can't imagine the place will be crowded though...
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See if someone would split the weight.
AAhhhh.... Just sorted my pack, it always feels good :)
Only actually twigged on tuesday when I dug up my spuds how bulky they are going to be and kicked myself when I realised I should have said I'll bring the smash lol. With them plus drinks it defo looks like its two trips for me :-\
Although Dowser does have to lug the bird up ;D
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i ve got the bow saw covered . Jonny could you pm me your number and i ll try a catch you guys at the car pk . i think i might be traveling down on my own . Cheers
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i have a wee trolley which we could use to bring the heavy stuff up, it wouldn't cope with the forest track but should be able to manage the gravel road
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(http://i.imgur.com/1hUw8.jpg)
That bird has an awesome coat ;D
How long of a walk is it from the car park to the site?
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peeling spuds for an hour now,half champ ,half plain mash with salt and butter,sorted
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I'm still going and bringing cheese and wine.. And loads of layers.. If its that cold we could try group spooning to keep ourselves warm lol
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Traditional spot, should be maps further up this post.
is it the Traditional Ni wild camping spot or the Recent spot with crude shelter built.
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this is the way I have cooked the carrots.
I boiled the carrots for five mins until almost cooked, I then added 3 heaped tsp honey, and 2 large orange squished juice, 4 tsp mild olive oil in a baking tray, then added the carrots to the tray and covered them in stuff added, and roasted them for 25 mins.
thats the instructions I found online and they seem ok.
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anything else need brought up? (remember cooking not my strong point) maybe a dishwasher ;D
also might be an idea to leave at half hourly intervals (hit me if i'm getting too logistical about this) that way we could go as groups, be a shame to be a couple of minutes behind each other, i'll suggest we meet at the metal gate (at end of car park) at HH+25 and HH+55, leaving at HH+30 and HH+00,
synchronise watches
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We're aiming to be in the car park @ 130-ish
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I've just done a batch of chocolate chip cookies for the children just incase they dont like raspberry ruffles... can anybody tell me the approx number of children going? just to make sure ive made enough :)
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this is the way I have cooked the carrots.
I boiled the carrots for five mins until almost cooked, I then added 3 heaped tsp honey, and 2 large orange squished juice, 4 tsp mild olive oil in a baking tray, then added the carrots to the tray and covered them in stuff added, and roasted them for 25 mins.
thats the instructions I found online and they seem ok.
What a lovely recipe! :) might be stealing that one for Christmas day ;) thanks :D
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I'll be kicking about Newcastle in the afternoon, I'll stick a spare ruck in the car, give me a shout if you need anything taken up the hill.
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Looking forward to meeting eveyone during the day, heading up Donard earlier then should be down at the camp for around 3pm, we'll bring a big tin of chocolates for all to share.
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Are we meeting in the main Donard car park?
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just worked out i'll be carrying two back-packs and two tray's of potato's,flip
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there's always a possibility that the forest gate may not be locked so someone could run everything up in the car, just leave a man at the gate so you don't get locked in the forest ;)
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I'm down round Eagle and Shanlieve tomorrow with a mate, not sure how our timing will work out. Reckon I'll be back round towards Donard Park around 4-4:30pm.
I'll see you all up there, looking forward to it people. Safe journey everyone.
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Apologies for the late notice, but unfortunately I am out :( I have a Christmas pud and custard here so will try to make arrangements for it to make it to the camp. Hope you all have a good one, sorry cant be there!
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Grace and I will be arriving a bit later as I'm working throughout the day. Should make it up around 7-8. Please keep us some food, I'm hungry reading this thread. ;D
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People are coming up at different times. We're aiming to be in Donard Car Park at 130ish or if you want you can meet at mine 1t 1230.
Are we meeting in the main Donard car park?
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I'm just home from the camp; sadly couldn't stay :-\
Even though the journey up almost killed me [I'm so unfit] it was so worth it ;D
Full on Christmas dinner in the middle of the forest; pulling crackers, turkey & stuffing, roasties, cocktail sausages, Christmas cake and even some raspberry ruffles and After Eights. Hard to beat; that was just some of what was on offer!!
The mulled wine was also superb but as I was driving home I could only have a taster :(
Apologies to all for the bad behaviour of Charlie the pup >:( It was his first NI Wild meeting and if he doesn't behave it may be his last. Although he made an excellent plate cleaner :D
Big thanks to all for making the night great include my guide up, typoOn and our guide down, Liam :)
I knew I shouldn't haven't watched Blair Witch Project before going out :o
Sadly I have no pics but I saw plenty flashes going off so they should be plenty to come :)
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Great night's camping,nice to put some face's to the name's,.Christmas dinner was first class,here's some photo's
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7141/6491832761_c81b68d3e8.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491832761/)
1 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491832761/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7018/6491828525_2c5aa33c2e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491828525/)
2 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491828525/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7163/6491824985_3a2e620601.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491824985/)
3 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491824985/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7027/6491821729_302d1c3ff9.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491821729/)
4 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491821729/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7027/6491818277_ef6cee4e3e.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491818277/)
5 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491818277/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7034/6491815445_b45406e728.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491815445/)
6 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491815445/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7026/6491812675_cc5744b6f1.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491812675/)
7 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491812675/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7175/6491810141_c1b7a892d2.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491810141/)
8 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491810141/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7030/6491807401_a5b9a0bf93.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491807401/)
9 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491807401/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr
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more photo's from last nights camp
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7022/6491799513_1d64014768.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491799513/)
10 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491799513/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7010/6491802147_5f1f45cd18.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491802147/)
11 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491802147/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7174/6491796923_f385e50c51.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491796923/)
12 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491796923/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7035/6491794481_f6d4d5e861.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491794481/)
13 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491794481/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7168/6491786207_35d06649ec.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491786207/)
16 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491786207/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7150/6491789135_d7d0901ef9.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491789135/)
15 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491789135/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr
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last of the photos
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7023/6491791755_dedc7146cb.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491791755/)
14 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491791755/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7172/6491783485_e2bffbdf6d.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491783485/)
17 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491783485/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7013/6491777721_86c6ae2321.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491777721/)
19 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491777721/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7035/6491756659_c88b1b9a78.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491756659/)
27 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491756659/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7142/6491759285_ed54fc1c80.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491759285/)
26 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491759285/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7008/6491767093_c8343c66ed.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491767093/)
23 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/69203213@N03/6491767093/) by surginor (http://www.flickr.com/people/69203213@N03/), on Flickr
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Great pics ;D
Those Raspberry Ruffles were awesome :)
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all pics are now with DARD for fines to be dished out to you criminals lol. dinner looked awsome
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Looks like a great night was had!
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A good night indeed. Top marks to whoever picked the spot.
Was a mild night, moon even made an appearance a couple of times.
It's been sleeting here for the last couple of hours so we were lucky with the weather.
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Great night, great food (i've never tasted such good brussel sprouts), many thanks to all those who brought and prepared food (i wasn't one of them, maybe my secret santa should get me a cook book ::) ) good to meet new faces (cutelaguna, wildcamper2012, annieanne) and see a few old hands. Suspect & kat you were missed (but your sleeping bag was really cosy). I count 21 people attended and 16 stayed the whole night, is that our biggest camp yet?
(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd496/landyliam/2011/niwildchristmascamp/P1100587Small.jpg)
(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd496/landyliam/2011/niwildchristmascamp/P1100600Small.jpg)
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(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd496/landyliam/2011/niwildchristmascamp/P1100654Small.jpg)
getting arty, or did i just leave my camera on the wrong mode
(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd496/landyliam/2011/niwildchristmascamp/P1100597Small.jpg)
hmmmmmmmm
(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd496/landyliam/2011/niwildchristmascamp/P1100617Small.jpg)
annieanne, drybag and kids on the way down
(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd496/landyliam/2011/niwildchristmascamp/P1100636Small.jpg)
(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd496/landyliam/2011/niwildchristmascamp/P1100669Small.jpg)
ho ho ho
(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd496/landyliam/2011/niwildchristmascamp/P1100671Small.jpg)
got a nice autumnal pic near the bottom bridge, better late than never ;D
(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd496/landyliam/2011/niwildchristmascamp/P1100678Small.jpg)
and look what was on the table for me when i got home :D
(no i didn't take a doggie bag from the campsite)
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me and my brother made it back safetly, we had a great time, and can't wait to do it again. thanks to everyone that brought food. the turkey and stuffing was the best.
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Folks, once again it was another top top night.
Thanks to everybody and the effort that they made, Fourman you were on a roll last nite sir :D
Liam, good man for running up and down that track like a blue arsed fly and thanks to all for the lovely food.
You cant beat chewing the fat round a campfire with a beer in the hand, its a good chance to put some faces to names.
I couldnt believe the weather, i was all set for a cold wet night but we had it lucky this time.
And who is this 'Mourneman' , i know that face from somewhere lol.
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And who is this 'Mourneman' , i know that face from somewhere lol. Well i had change my username,what with all you guy's havingsuch cool name's';Wild camper,Rumblebum, and Redleader.Mourneman is my Geocaching name,so i'll just use it for this as well.Forgot to mention it earlier,BIG thank's to Chuck for leaving me home,was great meeting all you guy's,Ps that cross photo was something else Doswer
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(http://i1222.photobucket.com/albums/dd496/landyliam/2011/niwildchristmascamp/P1100669Small.jpg)
ho ho ho
santa doesnt look very jolly in that one! is he hung over? ;D
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Thanks for the pics Liam and John, even more sorry I couldnt make it now!! Maybe next year!! :)
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Looked like a great night!! i,d planned to cycle up to 3rd bridge from my house with some peat for the fire, but i,ve a bad chest cold at mo. maybe next year ! :'(
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santa doesnt look very jolly in that one! is he hung over? ;D
despite getting a great nights sleep i'm absolutely shattered today :(
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Looks like a great night was had by all, pity i had to leave so early just as the shenanigans were starting (at least i got to meet LandySANTALiam arriving) but was great to meet everyone and kudos to Jsurginor, cutelaguna and wildcamper for getting the fire set up, also Mr Jsurginor that sloe gin was pure nectar from the gods, been raving about it since :)
It was a grand winter camp so how about a group get together for all the four seasons in 2012, one every 3 months.
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http://www.flickr.com/photos/oisin_patenall/ (http://www.flickr.com/photos/oisin_patenall/)
A few photos from last night.
A sequel to the NI Wild Pumpkin, introducing the Ni Wild Christmas hat!
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7021/6495305691_df3247b8eb_b.jpg)
I think this photo sums up the heat of the fire. Lovely and warm.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7174/6494697915_46744ef3d3_b.jpg)
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Absolutely brilliant night, really enjoyed it. Thanks to all who brought food, sweets and drinks. (That slow gin really was great). And thanks to all who kept the fire warm throughout the night, I was dreading being cold.
Special thanks to AnnieAnne & Flibmeb for offering lifts etc.
First, and best Christmas camp I've been to. 10/10
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Awesome night, easily as good as last year if not better. We even got great weather in the end after a dire week of storms. This is definitely turning into the highlight of the year! Congrats everyone, roll on next year!
I thought all the different mulled wines were lovely, I'd like to recreate some at home (for the sake of science obviously). Could everyone please share their recipe at the link below (assuming it's not a trade secret whereby you couldn't tell us without killing us!):
http://www.ni-wild.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=2719.0
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Sounds amazing. Was hoping you would get a break with the weather.
Oisin, your photo of the group around the fire through the trees really sums up what we missed, it's a cracker.
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Love the pictures on the full plate of food, good for showing people who thought we were a bit mad going up in the first place. A big thanks to all those who prepared the food and kept the fire going. I enjoyed a great nights' sleep. A top night.
Apologies to Dowser who's first view in the morning was me skulking through camp in a pair of thermal leggings. It was worth it though, as I managed to scavenge a Ferrero Rocher!
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Had a great time. I hope the dog that nicked the left over xmas cake was feeling ok.
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Wasn't Charlie was it? :-[
I thought the Xmas cake was lovely ;D
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No not charlie. In the morning a dog came out of nowhere and was scoffing all the left over food. But before I have a chance he picked up the plastic box the food was in and took the cake out of it.
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That was a great turnout and with the weather being kind , was another sucessfull Xmas camp .
Landyliam deserves a special mention for escorting diners up and down the hill in the dark above and beyond the call of duty.
I am looking forward to Dowser and kayak girls photos (should reflect the true spirit of xmas lol)
Just a wee foot note no live trees where harmed in the making of this 2011 Xmas camp.
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Landyliam deserves a special mention for escorting diners up and down the hill in the dark above and beyond the call of duty.
I needed the exercise to burn the calories off :)
No not charlie. In the morning a dog came out of nowhere and was scoffing all the left over food. But before I have a chance he picked up the plastic box the food was in and took the cake out of it.
Sorry for laughing but that was funny 8) you nearly moved as fast as matthew when something went bang in the fire
Oisin, your photo of the group around the fire through the trees really sums up what we missed, it's a cracker.
yes great pic oisin, thats what i was trying to achieve but failed miserably, my tripod kept moving a little bit >:(
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Just a wee post to say thank you for Saturday night! In the short time i was there I had good craic and felt very welcomed. Thank you Oisin and Grace for your company and a massive thanks to Liam for escorting us up and down :) and of course thank you to John, Cerbera147, Charlie and son for the company back down also!
wish i had some pic's to share but as normal i forgot my camera.
Cant wait to do it again!
Anne, Eoghan & Spud
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and thank you for the raspberry ruffles, i took the last few home and they went down well with the family for dessert on sunday :)
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That was certainly a night to remember and I can't think of a better way to kick off the Christmas Season.
Big thanks to everyone involved. The effort that everybody put into the food was awesome, resulting in one of the best Crimbo Dinners I've had in a long time. From the Roast Ham to the Raspberry Ruffles, every bite was a taste sensation!!! :D
Oisin, you definitely win the prize for best photo of the year!!! I totally love the night shot of the Christmas Camp and I can see it being used to advertise every Christmas Camp to come.
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Oisin, you definitely win the prize for best photo of the year!!! I totally love the night shot of the Christmas Camp and I can see it being used to advertise every Christmas Camp to come.
Thanks very much :) Picture is Copyright free for all NI Wild users (Counting this as my christmas presents to you all) enjoy.
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Oisin, your photo of the group around the fire through the trees really sums up what we missed, it's a cracker.yes great pic oisin, thats what i was trying to achieve but failed miserably, my tripod kept moving a little bit
I'l let you into my secret, I didnt even use a tripod, the tree stump did the job just as well. ;D
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great photos dowser and oisin, thanks!
I'l let you into my secret, I didnt even use a tripod, the tree stump did the job just as well. ;D
good old nature, and u didnt even have to carry it up the hill!! ;D
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Very good wild camper,I've been looking into those G0-PRO camera's for some time now,done a wee bit of video editing myself,mostly with Imovie,but i've strarted using Final-cutpro,enjoyed watching that mate,just remember now, how hard the fire was too light until we found the dry bracken,how does Megavideo differ from You-tube then. MERRY CHRISTMAS
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My filter on this work laptop won't let me open the Megavideo link :-[
Doesn't say why ???
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works ok for me, i only watched as far as the first bridge trying to figure out what the big yella thing on your back was, is that really a pump? :o
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My filter on this work laptop won't let me open the Megavideo link :-[
Doesn't say why ???
Can you disable the filter, Try use a diffirent browser.
No, it's installed bit the IT dept :-\
It's actually their 'best' so far :o
I'll take a look when down at my parents later today ;D
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try Vimeo for hosting the video :)
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or just edit it so its under the max time for you-tube,think it's 14-15 mins?
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I have videos on Youtube with music (its totally not copyrighted by the way. Wink Wink.) They have just banned my video from certain countries, I think at the minute its just the Germans that cant watch it.
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Any update on this video?
or just edit it so its under the max time for you-tube,think it's 14-15 mins?
Yeah I think i will edit it down to 15 mins, But I will have to replace the background music and see if i can get some copyright free tune for background. Youtube would remove video if i left same background music due to copyright. grrrrr
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What videos do you have on YouTube,hiking?