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Author Archives: Barry Smith

Maple leaves on the ground in the Fall...

There’s Something In The Air…

by Barry Smith | posted in: Approach and Mentality | 15

There’s something about this time of year, the evenings closing in, the colder mornings, the dew on the ground. It sparks something off inside me, something that makes me want to get outside and follow my instinctive nature to forage … Read More

Knives

Bushcraft Knife Choice For Children And Young People

by Barry Smith | posted in: Beginning Bushcraft | 13

An Informed Choice A knife is an important tool in the woods. When teaching youngsters bushcraft skills – or starting to learn the skills yourself – it’s important to select the right tool for the job. The are a plethora … Read More

Velcro cuff detail

Bushcraft On A Budget: Improving The Swedish Army Snow Smock

by Barry Smith | posted in: Budget Bushcraft | 53

The Swedish Army Snow Smock is a great windproof shell layer that I have used on trips up into the Arctic Circle. It’s a great value smock – hard wearing, cheap and functional. Having used this smock for some time, … Read More

Making a Christmas Wreath from Foraged Materials

by Barry Smith | posted in: Seasonal Projects | 6

People have made wreaths from natural materials for thousands of years and we use one on our front door to mark our celebration of Christmas. It’s become a family tradition in our home to go out into the woods at … Read More

The contents of the cuts kit

Cuts Kit: Practical Pocket-Sized First Aid

by Barry Smith | posted in: Outdoor Equipment | 21

A recent afternoon in the woods teaching backwoods skills to Cubs reminded me of the importance of my cuts kit! I thought it would be a good idea to share the concept with other outdoors people and leaders. It might … Read More

A selection of edible fungi

How To Learn About Fungi Safely

by Barry Smith | posted in: Wild Food | 21

How to learn about fungi safely? It’s a concern of anyone who would like to forage for wild mushrooms. Fungi season is upon us! Although we can hunt for fungi all year round, autumn is the most productive time of … Read More

How To Organise A Bushcraft Camp For Scouts

by Barry Smith | posted in: Scouts | 17

As a keen outdoorsman and Scout Leader I believe that wilderness skills, and particularly bushcraft skills, have an important role in Scouting. Being able to look after yourself, with minimal kit, in a variety of environments allows you to explore … Read More

The Lodge Log Cabin at the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust, Barnes, London

Bushcraft Inspiration in the Heart of London

by Barry Smith | posted in: What The Frontier Team Is Up To | 17

Recently my family and I had a great day at the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust site in Barnes, London. I was already looking forward to a nice day out with my kids, wife, aunt and uncle but was pleasantly surprised … Read More

Canada, fur trade, Hudson's Bay Company, London, Native American, personal trips, Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust

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