With short days and sometimes less-than-favourable weather, the winter season is often the time when many choose to stay indoors, hanging up their gear until spring returns and the world ventures outdoors once again.
As our highly anticipated Autumn fungi forager course approaches, we would like to introduce Neville Kilkenny, who will expertly unveil this extraordinary fifth kingdom to you.
Fungi became a passion which has led to a fascinating career working with these enigmatic and complex organisms.Continue reading →
“As Autumn matures, we can no longer ignore the Earth’s seasonal tilt away from the sun, Winter is coming. For many this calls a halt to outdoor adventure, tents are stowed in cupboards adventures shorten and people stay close to the home and the hearth. But not for me, I love winter, I welcome the seasons arrival. Native American friends once told me that Winter is the season of wisdom. For over thirty years now I have been exploring that concept, embracing the winter by racing North to the Arctic to experience the coldest most challenging grip of the season in northern Lapland. There the nights are long, and the sky is malevolent, palpably blotting up my vital life warmth into the quiet eternity of space. So why do I love extreme winter?
With the publication date of the new book British Woodland just around the corner, Ray is making appearances at a few festivals and book shops. Book your tickets to see him now:
We love to see our customer’s projects and crafts, making beautiful items and this is no exception. Thank you to Steve Brewster for sending in these photos and words about his recent knife project using the Julius Pettersson knife blade he purchased from us.
Well after a few “rookie mistakes” and spending more on reindeer antler than the blade, I have finally finished my knife build.
As the Government restrictions due to COVID-19/Coronavirus coming to an end we continue to monitor the situation and endeavor to keep our staff and customers safe.
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