Here’s some links to the more longer, rambling posts that some might find useful. I’m calling them articles. Although they are a little more researched than the normal journal posts they still remain the thoughts of an ancient, slightly senile human being who has no right to be wandering around the woods at his age. So please do your own research to ensure accuracy and safety where appropriate.

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A Note for Dreamers – A discussion on extended wilderness living.

Carrying stuff – a discussion on packs and the anatomy of the spine.

Colours and Camo – A discussion about camouflage clothing (2007)

Doctrine of Signatures – A lot of of this post refers to the how wildflowers were thought to bear an outward sign of their use to mankind.

Namibia Expedition 2009 – All the posts related to the 2009 expedition including pre-exped arrangements, build up, kit list, travel and intinerary. Also the trip itself broken down into summary, wildlife, tracking, the bushmen and survival.

Ticks – Those nasty little arachnids that often find their way onto our skin in the summer months. What are they and how to get rid of them (This article has been published in “Traditional Naturopathic Remedies and Tips” by Roderick Lane , N.D.)

Tracking: An Introduction (pdf) – An essay to explain and introduce the principles of tracking (Nov 2008).

Tracking v Bushcraft – Early thoughts (Sept 2007) on the differences.

Tracks, Trails and the 6 S’s – How to read trails and the animals that use them and 6S’s – a method of remembering basic field craft.

Wood and Leather Maintenance – How to look after your leather and wood.

Who do you think you are? - The earliest habitation of the British Isles and the Tribes of Britain circa 41ACE

Yule – An ancient festival? A chat about this festivity BCE.

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