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What : Christmas Dinner with all the trimmings
When : Saturday/Sunday 9th/10th December 2017
Where : Annalong Wood (Secure parking at Carrick Plant Hire)
Who : Everyone
As ever, everyone needs to read and understand the safety and responsibility notice linked here if they want to attend. You agreed to this when you signed up for the forum but you must read it again in case it has changed. If there's anything in there you don't agree to you mustn't come. Remember, this is a winter camp. You need to be experienced and prepared for any conditions:http://www.ni-wild.co.uk/forum/forum-news-information-and-help/ni-wild-meets-safety-and-responsibilty/
So you've sat around an open fire, maybe toasted a few marshmallows or pushed the boat out and cooked a steak on the campfire? Well if you think that's outdoor eating then you're in for a surprise when you get yourself to a Christmas Camp.
A full turkey dinner with all the fixings, washed down with hot mulled wine followed by a variety of desserts and all accompanied by the pulling of crackers under trees festooned with fairy lights and in-front of a roaring fire - that's how you eat outdoors!
There's been a Christmas dinner in the Mournes every year since 2010 which each time has without exception been the highlight of the outdoor year. Everyone brings a part of the feast, complex foods are prepared at home for heating over the fire, simpler foods are cooked up there. We all scurry around a huge campfire organising our own portion of the meal which is then served to all who have joined us. When the main course is done we tuck into Xmas pudding, mince pies and anything else that thoughtful people have brought and we have a merry old evening by the fire listening to festive tunes and giggling into the night before retiring to tents and bivvies for a relaxing nights sleep.
If you haven't tried it then you haven't lived - join us and you'll be sitting at the table on Christmas Day looking at the turkey and remembering how much better a Christmas Dinner tastes when you're eating it round an open fire with like minded friends.
There's plenty of room to camp but if you want to come for the meal and head home after that's fine too.
As usual, all suggestions welcomed!
Reply to the post to be added to the list and remember to say what you'll be bringing for the meal
Please remember we NEED FOOD so try and put your name down for food before other items
Also, if you're intending to come or on the fence, please have your name added as at least tentative so we can account for potential numbers. Is better to have too much than too little.
Here's last years shindig.
http://www.ni-wild.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=5307.0
PM me with any issues!
| Item | Person |
| Turkey & Stuffing | Dowser |
| Gravy | Dowser` |
| Ham | RedLeader |
| Extra Ham | Martin |
| Quorn Roast (Vegetarian Option) | SpecimanYak |
| Mashed Potatoes | Heggs |
| Roast Potatoes | Rumblebum |
| Chipolatas wrapped in Bacon | Heggs |
| Roast Parsnips | Glenn B |
| Sprouts | Bigwavesurfer |
| Mushy Peas | SpecimanYak |
| Carrots | Glenn B |
| Christmas Pudding & Custard | Martin |
| Mince Pies and Cream | Torp |
| Mulled Wine | Glenn B/Kayakgirl (Pot) |
| Cheese Board and Biscuits for Cheese | SeanBrannagh/KayakGirl |
| Christmas Cake | |
| Whiskey | LandyLiam |
| Eggnog | Bigwavesurfer |
| Port | |
| Cranberry | SpecimanYak |
| Non Food | |
| Christmas Crackers | SeanBrannagh |
| Christmas decorations | |
| Christmas lights | LandyLiam/SeanBrannagh |
Atendees:RedLeader
Dowser
Landyliam +1
Glenn B
SpecimanYak
Torp +1
Rumblebum
AndrewF
Seanbranagh
Heggs
LennyJ
Mourneman
Martin +1
Kayakgirl +1
Rugged Track +1
Bigwavesurfer
NIPupper
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Hi Red stick me down for the Mince Pies and Cream please
Stick me down for the xmas pudding and custard. I may be bringing a bottle of JD Tennessee honey too but I'll update you on that ;)
Hi jonno, stick me down for the roast potatoes.
I'm looking forward to this one, it'll be good to catch up with you all.
RB.
Put me down for the roasted carrots and parsnips please I'll also be bringing the big pot for the mulled wine and a drop of the red to get it started ;)
Hoping to make it to this camp, I'll bring a few nice bottles of vino.
The other half and I will join yez, really regret not getting to last year's. Put us down for more ham, xmas pudding & custard, and we'll bring some bits and bobs. Also home made wine and a drop of harder stuff.
Hi Martin, I've got some Christmas pudding and custard already mate (I mentioned it above but the list hasn't been updated yet) if you want to bring more then work away though lol. See you there!
That's the list updated now. We're still shy some of the hot food main meal things if anyone wants to swap to them, they're the most useful 8)
I'll swap to the mashed potatoes and the pigs in blankets then (might've just ate the Xmas pudding for dessert just now 😉)
Will you update the list please Red
Highlight of the year, count me in, I'll bring the lights and disco ball, suppose you could put me down for the whisky as well ;D
Hi Guys,
Not sure about my +1 yet. He is trying to get a shift swapped at work but stick me down for the mashed spuds, some Christmas Crackers and some lights at least,
Cheers.
Just noticed the mashed spuds are taken. I can grab cheese and biscuits,
Cheers.
That should be the list all updated again. Stellar stuff, only 2 weeks to go, get the Xmas hats ready 8)
Just remove my name from the pudding please lol. I need to bring camping stuff too 😆
Whoops, sorry about that :o
Quote from: Heggs on November 22, 2017, 09:45:10 AM
Just remove my name from the pudding please lol. I need to bring camping stuff too 😆
Haha, thanks - can't wait!!
Hi Guys,
You can remove my +1. Unfortunately he couldn't get the shift swapped at work on the Sunday morning,
Cheers,
Sean.
That's a shame. Done.
Quote from: seanbranagh on November 22, 2017, 10:26:10 AM
Hi Guys,
You can remove my +1. Unfortunately he couldn't get the shift swapped at work on the Sunday morning,
Cheers,
Sean.
Yeah, I told him to phone in sick on the Sunday but he is too honest, lol.
Put me down for the Quorn roast, mushy peas, cranberry and a bottle of wine for the pot.
I'll bring mulled wine and some sloe gin
Count me and Ricky in.
Jonno stick me down as a +1 please :o :o
Seeing as the only hot food item still to be claimed are the sprouts and I'm already doing the other veg, could you stick me down for these and crown me the King of *arts :D :D :D
Christmas pudding unclaimed. We were going to bring extra so feel free to pit my name against that (obv with custard.)
What time are people thinking of getting down there?
Hoping to be parked up and heading up the track for about 12:30ish. Looking forward to it...
We'll do the sprouts & eggnog (obviously not together) :o
I have a newbie coming so who'd like to bring something to the party, we'll probably not be there until 7ish so maybe a dessert item (more whisky? 8) ) so if anyone has too much on their list pass an item on to me.
Quote from: LandyLiam on December 03, 2017, 11:43:23 AM
I have a newbie coming so who'd like to bring something to the party, we'll probably not be there until 7ish so maybe a dessert item (more whisky? 8) ) so if anyone has too much on their list pass an item on to me.
We're still in need of a drop of Port ;)
I'm still wrangling with the finer details but I may have a +1 who can't leave Belfast until 4pm so it could be 6ish before I can get up there. I'll know more today.
How about we aim to eat 7/730?
Sounds good to me..
I have finally negotiated a pass for the Christmas Dinner camp out. Is it Ok I come at this stage with plus 1 ? I have stuff on in the saturday morning until 2.45pm and then I can head down. I can arrive from 4.30ish onwards by the time I drive down. I will look the list for items to bring.
No probs at all. Everyone's welcome as long as they're well geared up and have read and agreed to the safety & responsibility notice linked in the first post.
Quote from: Rugged Track on December 05, 2017, 10:17:27 AM
I have finally negotiated a pass for the Christmas Dinner camp out. Is it Ok I come at this stage with plus 1 ? I have stuff on in the saturday morning until 2.45pm and then I can head down. I can arrive from 4.30ish onwards by the time I drive down. I will look the list for items to bring.
My drama is off and I can come at a more respectable time now. Would be aiming to be at Annalong early afternoon.
Weather is looking just about as good as we could expect at this point. Going to be bloody cold though, wrap up warm folks 8)
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Quote from: RedLeader on December 05, 2017, 10:27:35 AM
My drama is off and I can come at a more respectable time now. Would be aiming to be at Annalong early afternoon.
Weather is looking just about as good as we could expect at this point. Going to be bloody cold though, wrap up warm folks 8)
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Wrap up warm!
Or bring lots of brandy! 😁
Aye, could be a few brass monkeys running about looking for boys that can do a bit of welding :D
I will certainly be bringing a down jacket. Aiming to be there before sunset.
I may have spoke too soon saying the weather looked great! Might want to being more than a down jacket!
Storm Caroline to hit Scotland followed by snow for wider UK (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-42236258)
QuoteThe UK's next named storm has been forecast to hit Scotland on Thursday.
Storm Caroline is expected to see winds gusting to 80mph near north-facing coasts, and reaching speeds of 60 to 70mph more widely in northern and north east Scotland.
The Met Office warned that the conditions could disrupt travel.
Snow and freezing temperatures have been forecast for Scotland, England, Northern Ireland and Wales on Friday and Saturday in the wake of Caroline.
The two previous named storms were Aileen in September and Brian in October.
A yellow "be aware" warning is in place for Scotland between 08:00 and 23:55 on Thursday.
Yellow warnings have also been issued by the Met Office for 00:05 Friday to 18:00 Saturday.
The Met Office said snow showers were expected to become increasingly frequent over northern Scotland late on Thursday.
Snow is expected to fall across many other parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales and western England on Friday, with between 2cm and 5cm likely in some areas.
The Met Office said up to 20cm was possible over high ground, mainly in Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.
It added: "Icy surfaces are also likely to be an additional hazard, especially overnight.
"Strong northwest winds may cause drifting of the snow in places, with blizzard conditions possible at times across northern Scotland."
The wintry weather follows snow and cold temperatures experienced in parts of Scotland earlier this month.
Scotland's mountain ranges, including the Cairngorms and Glen Coe, have already seen heavy snow falls in recent weeks.
Sounds like perfect camping weather to me ;D
Folks how are we fixed for grills does anyone know if the grills from last year are hidden up there?
Quote from: Glenn B on December 06, 2017, 06:26:28 PM
Folks how are we fixed for grills does anyone know if the grills from last year are hidden up there?
No idea mate
think i might bring this for the trip or need it should I say lol
https://www.homebase.co.uk/saxon-universal-crate_p253242
How many people does she take lol might have to change the wheels for ski's though :)
Quote from: Glenn B on December 06, 2017, 06:26:28 PM
Folks how are we fixed for grills does anyone know if the grills from last year are hidden up there?
Hi Glenn, yeah il be bringing the grills with me.
I gave them to WhoRya for last years trip as I couldn't make it, bummer dude!
Just a quick note folks that il be bringing a mate with me, hope that works food wise.
We will bring some extra nibbles along!
RB
Quote from: Glenn B on December 06, 2017, 07:33:25 PM
How many people does she take lol might have to change the wheels for ski's though :)
got that covered gonna pack a plastic sled inside just incase lol
Quote
Hi Glenn, yeah il be bringing the grills with me.
I gave them to WhoRya for last years trip as I couldn't make it, bummer dude!
Happy days I couldn't remember who brought them or what happened to them, probably too many mugs of the mull :)
Hi Folks,
I realise I'm a tad late to the party but I'm planning on heading out for the Christmas camp with Rumblebum.
Am I correct in saying that the only things left on the list are Port and Christmas pudding?
The pudding has already been claimed mate...
I see there is Christmas Cake and Port. Will I bring the Cake? and port or more port if someone already bringing or is there something else?
Also on Comms quoted from PMR446 thread 'We use channel 6 so if you are coming to a meet and have one of these units then you should be able to contact us once you are within range. If possible let us know in advance so we know to keep them switched on.' 'These are PMR446 standard walkie talkies so they should work interchangeably with any other PMR446 units.'
I have a few of these as I'm coming a mid afternoon I can try and make contact when we park on the way up, if anyone has one.
I have a couple of pmr446 also. I take them when I camp in the Mournes because they serve as spare batteries for my headtorch also :)
Snows here!
This could be an interesting camp folks! ;D
First post on this topic for me since I can't make it, for the first time in ages. Pure gutted! Work do and all that nonsense. I'm watching the cry-offs on the work list and still wondering if the thing will fall apart. Snow might put a couple more off. Designated driver has pulled out so I'm under my own steam. Might do no harm to throw a wee down jacket and a tent in the boot just in case ;)
Have a great one, all of ye's. The snow would make it spectacular, provided you can get there safely.
Are the roads up to the car park generally gritted?? ;) ;)
OK who booked the snow? :D :D
Guys, what are the thoughts on tomorrow?
I love camping in the snow but I also know that road up to Carrick Little car park.
Getting up and down the hill here to my house in Belfast has been fun today and it's not going to get any better overnight.
I think I will play it by ear tomorrow.
Yep, I'm wary too. I have a car that doesn't perform well in slippy weather. What do you all think?
Quote from: seanbranagh on December 08, 2017, 03:05:34 PM
Guys, what are the thoughts on tomorrow?
I love camping in the snow but I also know that road up to Carrick Little car park.
Getting up and down the hill here to my house in Belfast has been fun today and it's not going to get any better overnight.
I think I will play it by ear tomorrow.
I'm still up for it, think we're over the worst of it.
I spoke to Richard from Carrick Plant Hire who operates the car park at Carrick Little. He says the Head Road and lane up to the car park are both clear at the moment. I'll call him again in the morning at about 10am and double check it's still clear and post here.
Good thinking mate that will be handy. Forecast on sky news gives the snow moving over too the nw of Scotland and a bright but cold day tomorrow. I'll take that.. 😉
Nice one. I am getting organised to go.
Folks we've a NI-WILDER already up at camp braving it out for a two nighter, no names will be mentioned ;) let's just say he better not eat all the mince pies :D
Hardly any snow up here in Newcastle folks :'( compared to Belfast. Tomorrow's forecast looks great, but think we might have to make a quick dash for the cars sunday morning. It'll either be Heavy snow or Heavy rain ::) Is there a specific time we need to be there to start cooking?
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Grizzly Dave, our mad man on the hill is going to let us know what it's like in the morning after he's had his morning swim in the Annalong river and caught his breakfast 8) We'll also check with the car park at Carrick Little at about 10am to see what the conditions are like and will post here. As of 7pm this evening the Head Road and Carrick Little Lane were clear and driveable.
We want to aim to eat by 7ish since it's going to be a cold one. We'll want a good sized fire and plenty of wood gathered before dark to see us through the evening. I'll be aiming to be up there at 2-3pm with an eye to starting cooking before 6pm.
I'm just back from santas cottage on the sandbank road, oh god it's looking peachy out there, the roads were fine to drive on as long as you take your time.
And hell yes, Santas 100% real! ;D
I'm a bit wary of coming up in a car that's rwd and pretty poor in bad weather. Any chance I could cadge a lift from someone? I can get to Newcastle okay, I'm just worried about driving out the Head Road and beyond.
QuoteNI Weather & Flood Advisory Service has issued the following weather warning.
An AMBER warning of Low Temperatures/Ice has been issued for Northern Ireland.
Ice will become a problem overnight with temperautres dropping to -2 to -5 or -6 in one or two spots.
Ice has already started to form on many roads across the country after some slight melting of snow this afternoon, this is starting to freeze and causing some hazardous on roads and footpaths tonight so much so that we have issued a rare amber warning for Ice.
The public are advised to take extra care if out tonight.
Our yellow warning for snow remains in force tonight and into tomorrow. Along with our Amber warning for snow on Sunday.
DFI - The Salting of roads on the scheduled network considered to be at risk is planned for this evening and overnight. Road users are advised to exercise caution when travelling, particularly when driving on untreated roads.
Warning valid from 20:15 08/12/2017
Valid Until 11:00 09/12/2017
I'm working tomorrow but plan to leave early. I'm hopefully leaving Belfast about 3ish. If you need camping essentials let me know and I can get them in Cotswold before I go.
I got sorted for a lift, cheers all 8)
Quote from: RedLeader on December 08, 2017, 09:34:39 PM
I'm a bit wary of coming up in a car that's rwd and pretty poor in bad weather. Any chance I could cadge a lift from someone? I can get to Newcastle okay, I'm just worried about driving out the Head Road and beyond.
QuoteNI Weather & Flood Advisory Service has issued the following weather warning.
An AMBER warning of Low Temperatures/Ice has been issued for Northern Ireland.
Ice will become a problem overnight with temperautres dropping to -2 to -5 or -6 in one or two spots.
Ice has already started to form on many roads across the country after some slight melting of snow this afternoon, this is starting to freeze and causing some hazardous on roads and footpaths tonight so much so that we have issued a rare amber warning for Ice.
The public are advised to take extra care if out tonight.
Our yellow warning for snow remains in force tonight and into tomorrow. Along with our Amber warning for snow on Sunday.
DFI - The Salting of roads on the scheduled network considered to be at risk is planned for this evening and overnight. Road users are advised to exercise caution when travelling, particularly when driving on untreated roads.
Warning valid from 20:15 08/12/2017
Valid Until 11:00 09/12/2017
My dad always said rear wheel drive cars are actually much better in snow because you have the option of loading as much weight as you want onto the driving wheels. Just fill the boot with weight. I have never owned a rear wheel drive car myself to test the theory..
Makes sense I suppose but I'll not use this weekend to test his hypothesis :P
Quote from: seanbranagh on December 08, 2017, 10:59:52 PM
My dad always said rear wheel drive cars are actually much better in snow because you have the option of loading as much weight as you want onto the driving wheels. Just fill the boot with weight. I have never owned a rear wheel drive car myself to test the theory..
Grizzly Dave is alive and well and says the conditions are the same and there's been no more snow overnight.
Unsurprisingly he says it's extremely cold!
I spoke to Carrick Plant Hire again who run the car park and they also say, no more snow overnight and there's already a few cars parked.
It's worth noting that there's potentially more snow forecast for Sunday morning so bear that in mind when planning for coming back.
hi, if it's not to late i'd like to attend also. not sure whats left, is anyone bringing christmas cake? if not i'll try to pick up a tasty one.
cheers.
Fire away. I'll be on channel 6 on the radio if anyone is bringing one. Anyone who wants my mobile number PM me but reception can be patchy up there.
Quote from: NIPupper on December 09, 2017, 10:35:53 AM
hi, if it's not to late i'd like to attend also. not sure whats left, is anyone bringing christmas cake? if not i'll try to pick up a tasty one.
cheers.
Sorry guys, bottling this one. Bit nervous about the drive home tomorrow.
Quote from: Martin on December 09, 2017, 03:01:07 PM
Sorry guys, bottling this one. Bit nervous about the drive home tomorrow.
Noooooo, just stay 2 nights ;)
While the weather has the potential to be quite bad tomorrow morning it's currently looking like rain for us and snow further south :(
Well done everyone on another classic christmas camp, the weather gods helped a bit too. Just one complaint though >:( awesome as it was, there was something missing from the dinner and I couldn't quite put my finger on it ??? then on emptying my rucksack back at home I found a jar of cranberry sauce, doh :-[ I actually think its the same jar I brought last year ;D
Brilliant camp and as usual, top notch food guys. I'd a ball and the weather was epic, nicely Christmassy but without being too cold.
Can anyone who has any photos send them to me. PM me if you need a hand.
I have too agree another epic Christmas camp it was great to see some old faces again and to meet some new ones. The feast was amazing as usual with titbits doing the rounds of the fire all night. Well done everyone karma all round.
Quote from: RedLeader on December 08, 2017, 08:36:07 PM
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Grizzly Dave, our mad man on the hill is going to let us know what it's like in the morning after he's had his morning swim in the Annalong river and caught his breakfast 8) We'll also check with the car park at Carrick Little at about 10am to see what the conditions are like and will post here. As of 7pm this evening the Head Road and Carrick Little Lane were clear and driveable.
We want to aim to eat by 7ish since it's going to be a cold one. We'll want a good sized fire and plenty of wood gathered before dark to see us through the evening. I'll be aiming to be up there at 2-3pm with an eye to starting cooking before 6pm.
Very good Jonno I like it psml ;D ;D
Another great camp, great food and great criac thanks to all for a brill night ;) ;) :D :D ;D ;D
What can I say, it was a fantastic evening! Food was awesome bar the smoky mince pies lol.. thanks to all who attended and provided the fabulous food.
Waking up to snow instead of rain this morning was amazing! It made the camp so much more special. Roll on next year x
It was a pleasure to join you all, if a little late. Always the highlight of the year for catching up. The weather was fantastic, a couple of extra layers I had were left in the rucksack. Credit to those keeping the fire going!
I'm sorry now that I didn't end up joining you. The idea of a hot shower after the days dander was just too appealing! I hope all went well!
Yeeeoooooo, what a Christmas Camp, and set in a Winter Wonderland backdrop :D
Top nosh everybody... Thank you one and all for making it happen so successfully yet again.
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Excellent to finally meet you all at the camp. Such a good night. Thank's to all involved. Great photos Dowser.
Loving the photies with everything going on I only managed to take a few rushed ones and they're wick.. ??? ???
Some crackers in there Dowser and yes great feast by the way am not fat I just had 63 layers of clothing on to keep warm lol ;D ;D ;D
lovely night. cheers everyone.
Another brilliant Christmas camp folks!
Well done to all who braved that crazy weather to put that feast together, you're all mad in the head! :D
I'd just like to suggest that we don't put soooo much wine in the gravy next year, it left me in tatters the next day! ;D
Hopefully il get to see you all again soon.
RB.
I had a great time, thanks to everyone for putting in the effort. The dinner was fantastic 😀
It was great camping with you guys again and meeting some of you for the first time. Happy Christmas!! 🎅
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pre-dinner drinks
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That tree looks a little wobbly :o
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That's the tree straightened now :)
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All tucking into a good christmas dinner
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I'm not saying it was cold but that log still has snow on it!
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A wee midnight dander for some night photography
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Slieve Donard in the background
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A few stars over Binnion
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A late but welcome arrival from the ambassador
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Bit of snow in the morning, better than rain though
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2 ton of turkey & ham left over and he has pot noodle for breakfast ???
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Not one of them slipped >:(
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made a little snowman on the way home ::)
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A wee stop for breakfast
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Hmm, shall I sit indoors or outdoors?
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It was too warm inside and the view here is great
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What a great way to end a great night
Some great pics Liam thanks for sharing them ;D ;D ;D
Excellent evening and craic, superb company, and hospitality! A real pleasure to make everyone's acquaintance. Rugged Track and I are raving about it yet, and family, friends, and work colleagues still hearing the adventure relived! :D. .... we'll be back......
I got a blast up Slieve Binnian the next morning. Whilst it was tough work to get up with a full pack the views were incredible.
It would have been something special to have woken up to this.
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Great pics everyone!
Brilliant mate we thought you were joking when you said you were going to take it on :D
Quote from: whoRya on December 17, 2017, 09:31:03 PM
I got a blast up Slieve Binnian the next morning. Whilst it was tough work to get up with a full pack the views were incredible.
It would have been something special to have woken up to this.
Great pictures on Binnian. Watched you trek up from the track. I wish I had of gone too!!
Quote from: Glenn B on December 18, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Brilliant mate we thought you were joking when you said you were going to take it on :D
Well the plan to go up helped justify the journey for a short evening.
Quote from: Rugged Track on December 18, 2017, 07:36:53 PM
Great pictures on Binnian. Watched you trek up from the track. I wish I had of gone too!!
A bit of company would have been nice. I had the place to myself and only met of a few other walkers on my descent. Mind you there were plenty of cars at Carrick Little. Most folk must have headed to the Blue Lough or the Binnian/Lamagan col.
6 months late, I finally got the video up of the camp and dinner!!
Nice one RT and a great night ;D ;D
Looks good RT, nicely done.
Quote from: torp on May 07, 2018, 07:08:27 AM
Nice one RT and a great night ;D ;D
Quote from: specimanYak on May 07, 2018, 09:47:40 AM
Looks good RT, nicely done.
Thanks guys, got it finished at last, at least it's a memory.
A nice wee reminder of a cracking night ;D ;D
Class video mate, I enjoyed the recap :)
Nice to see, cheers!