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Bushcraft USA Forums http://bushcraftusa.com/forum The mission of Bushcraft USA is to provide a North American focused forum for bushcraft and related activities. There are differences between the North American continent and the rest of the world, both geographically and culturally. We intend to explore the differences and similarities between the two philosophies. While this is primarily geared towards the USA and North America, anyone is welcome to join. en Thu, 17 May 2012 21:54:56 GMT vBulletin 60 http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/images/misc/rss.jpg Bushcraft USA Forums http://bushcraftusa.com/forum Bushchair http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66674&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 21:30:09 GMT Branches are around 5 cm thick and 50 cm long, takes 10-15 min. to make Image:... Branches are around 5 cm thick and 50 cm long, takes 10-15 min. to make

Notches for the string

Have a seat :)

Fancy stuff

With padding

Thanks for watching ]]> Self-made Gear sparrow http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66674 BCUSA Bookmarking!!!! http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66673&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 21:28:01 GMT Well after 2 years of being here I still have not bookmarked much. there is so much helpful Info that sometimes I forget about. How do you all... Well after 2 years of being here I still have not bookmarked much. there is so much helpful Info that sometimes I forget about. How do you all bookmark Helpful pages. Do you have a particular system for bookmarking....I know how to bookmark, just wondering if you all have a particular system for filling them!! I did see the thread someone posted with several helpful threads and that has been added to my small system

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. ]]> General Bushcraft Discussion joe305 http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66673 Tracker....less http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66672&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 20:41:23 GMT I got to talk to my son via facebook chat today, all the way from Afghanistan. During the conversation, my new Tom Brown T-1 came up. I sent him a... I got to talk to my son via facebook chat today, all the way from Afghanistan. During the conversation, my new Tom Brown T-1 came up. I sent him a picture instead of trying to describe it. Well, that was that. He had to have it. My new tracker is on its way to Kunar Province. Hope he likes it as much as I did. Heck , I never even got a tracker pack number yet. ]]> Edged Tools The Infidel http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66672 Moose sign in Old Forge, NY http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66671&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 20:32:26 GMT I took these photos in November 2010 while hunting outside of Old Forge, NY. At first I thought I had stumbled upon some bear sign. There was... I took these photos in November 2010 while hunting outside of Old Forge, NY. At first I thought I had stumbled upon some bear sign. There was scratches and rubs on the trees as high as 6 feet up on the trees. Then I found a bunch of droppings that made me realize I was looking at Moose rubbings on the trees. The moose poo were like deer poo but the size of tattertots. I found enough poo in 2 days to fill a volkswagon! I still have not seen a moose in NYS. I tracked those moose for three days and never got to see them. I figured I was only a day or two behind them. I was impressed at how these creatures can tear up the woods.Hope you enjoy the photos.

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]]> madmonk http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66671 Howdy from Austin! http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66670&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 20:26:57 GMT Hey all, Another new guy here. I noticed that when googling bushcraft, camping, and general outdoorsy stuff I often ended up here at Bushcraft USA... Hey all,

Another new guy here. I noticed that when googling bushcraft, camping, and general outdoorsy stuff I often ended up here at Bushcraft USA so I decided it might be worth it to join up.

Mostly been browsing and lurking but I can already tell I'll learn a lot around here! ]]> Introductions marvin http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66670 New Svord Drop Point Hunter questions http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66668&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 20:07:13 GMT Hi folks, got my new DP Hunter from Svord today. As most reviews, the handle and blade have been dipped. Blade not quite as bad as some I have heard.... Hi folks, got my new DP Hunter from Svord today. As most reviews, the handle and blade have been dipped. Blade not quite as bad as some I have heard. Feather-sticked fairly well right out of the box.

Wondering if I should re-profile it as 'virtuovice' did here...
Svord Drop Point Hunter & Karesuando Boar Carbon - YouTube

Thoughts?

Also, the sheath is little iffy. Wondering how I might make it wrap the handle better for a more sure grip when inside? Should you wet it and form it? Or wax and heat? The sheath comes all the way up the handle and has belt slits in the sheath instead of a loop.

Thoughts?

Appreciate it.
Nomaad ]]> Edged Tools nomaad http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66668 New whetstone and others http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66667&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 19:43:46 GMT I just took the plunge and purchased a Japanese Combination Waterstone.
It's a 1000/6000 grit. Talk about a mirror razor sharp edge!!!!!
Here it is along with my sharpening set up, minus my Lansky set.

]]> Edged Tools Regionrat45 http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66667 Ka Bar pocket knife find http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66666&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 19:01:16 GMT I picked this Ka Bar stockman pocket knife at a thrift shop. Its a basic stockman style. I tried searching the internet to get a idea how old it is.... I picked this Ka Bar stockman pocket knife at a thrift shop. Its a basic stockman style. I tried searching the internet to get a idea how old it is. The shield on this knife has basic lettering while all the ones on the internet are showing a fancier script type lettering. Its going into my rotation as an every day user and not interested in its value unless its something crazy :53:. Sorry about the poor picture. The Ulster Scout knife was picked up in the same deal.

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]]> Edged Tools piney http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66666 ColdSteels for sale! http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66665&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 18:53:46 GMT I have a cold steel SRK and American Lawman folder for sale or possibly trade.Both knives are lightly used and have had no problems. The American... I have a cold steel SRK and American Lawman folder for sale or possibly trade.Both knives are lightly used and have had no problems. The American Lawman has some paint on the blade missing and a small chip in the blade. The lawman I will let go for $50 TYD! The SRK I will let go for $70 TYD! prices and trades are negotiable to a certain extent.

]]> Trade Blanket Legend http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66665 What soap or cleaners do you pack in the Bush? http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66664&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 18:45:54 GMT I am interested what people are using for soaps to clean themselves, clothes and cookware. ... I am interested what people are using for soaps to clean themselves, clothes and cookware.

Do you use a catch all soap item for body, clothes, and kitchenware? What is safe for use in water sources that wont destroy the eco-system that we are using?

And how do you manage drinking water collection and washing/cleaning in rivers, streams, and lakes that you are camped near? ]]> General Bushcraft Discussion uscgboatie http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66664 2012 product. http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66662&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 17:58:39 GMT I'm on a plane about to take off. But just got a note that knifecenter should have some next few weeks ]]> Condor Cantina Joezilla http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66662 Adventure in Alaska http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66661&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 17:46:53 GMT Hello All! I just wanted to share with everyone my current adventure here in Akutan, Alaska. I had shared it as a prayer request back in March... Hello All!

I just wanted to share with everyone my current adventure here in Akutan, Alaska. I had shared it as a prayer request back in March (here) and I thank all who cared enough to pray for me!

I and my oldest son have been living in Akutan since March. The rest of my family, Lord willing, will be out here in mid June. I currently pastor a small church here in the "Bush".

Unfortunately, we haven't found a great amount of time or opportunity for much bushcrafting. This is a pretty remote island with no trees to speak of. It is generally snowing, or raining, most of the time. Here are a few pics to give you an idea of what it is like:

You can see the church waaaayyyyy down there at the bottom. My son and I's first snowshoeing trip.

Another shot of my son. His first time doing any kind of mountaineering.

The wildlife here is incredible! This is a friend who likes to spend time on our porch. He let me snag this patriotic shot the other day. Some people have a guard dog...we have a guard EAGLE!

With Spring on the way, HOPEFULLY!, Krill have been washing up on the Harbor shore. We are hoping that the trout and salmon will follow!

Anyway, I just wanted to keep you guys in-the-loop of our adventure. Sorry I haven't done more. Internet connection here is spotty at best. If any of you are interested, here is a link to our blog. It is about our ministry here primarily, but has photos of many of our adventures also. Just thought I would share with anyone interested.

Any suggestions for bushcraft ideas in a semi-arctic environment would be appreciated! There are no stores here and mail MAY come once every week or two. Our kit here is minimal, we brought only basics and are improvising the rest!

Thanks for looking!

Peter ]]> General Bushcraft Discussion pjfox777 http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66661 Simple Cruiser Axe Shealth http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66660&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 17:22:36 GMT Very similar to the ones shown on page 227, Daniel Beard's "Camp-Lore and Woodcraft".

]]> Self-made Gear KA-BAR USMC http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66660 Les Stroud returning as Survivorman http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66658&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 16:41:48 GMT Les is returning to do Survivorman, this time staying out (hopefully ??) for 10 days of survival. http://lesstroud.ca/news/survivorman-returns ... Les is returning to do Survivorman, this time staying out (hopefully ??) for 10 days of survival.

http://lesstroud.ca/news/survivorman-returns

I know that I for one, am looking forward to it. I always appreciated it in the episode where he 'broke' his arm and after a couple of days said (paraphrasing here) "Screw it, survival is hard enough without a broken arm. " and took off the sling for the rest of the stay.

P.S. to the Mods - If this is in the wrong section, please feel free to move it...like you need to told that :3: ]]> Media Forum bodhran4me http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66658 BUSHCRAFTY TATTOO IDEAS http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66657&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 16:35:59 GMT Ok, Compadres. I have never had a tattoo but now I am seriously thinking about it. I have one in mind....it's a tribal tulip (my favorite flower)...on my back shoulder muscle and the tribal part wraps around to my muscle on my arm...

I started rethinking the whole idea this morning... I want something Bushcrafty. I'm sure of it. Do you guys have any ideas?

It has to be classy...

You helped me name my cat.... now help me figure out my tattoo...please?

Any cool ideas .... pictures...etc...would be much appreciated

Thanks ~ Firebug ]]> General Bushcraft Discussion Firebug http://bushcraftusa.com/forum/showthread.php?t=66657