Deer Hunting – October
It’s the first time in the last 3-4 months I’ve been able to get out for some camping and a chance to chase some deer.
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Sneak Peak – Adventure Kings 200W Solar Blanket
It’s been really exciting times around here.
I’m setting up a tiny house to live in – a long awaited dream since my divorce.
Because I’m chasing a sparky (electrician) to connect up mains power, I’ve been “camping in the backyard” for short periods.
A good mate has lent me his camp battery box and some LED strip lighting.
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Hunting Trip, Blackbutt April 2023
From the beginning of April, I had opportunity to hunt on private land out past Blackbutt.
It was an awesome time, having shot my first deer!
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Training time!
The DG-3 club went for a training walk around Kangaroo Point last night.
I’m very pleased that my body is back in the groove.
6 klicks completed in 1:04hrs with >16kg penalty weight.
I need to weigh my pack to find out just how heavy it is.
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TRIP REPORT – Outdoor Extravaganza 03/04 September
We had a great two part outdoor extravaganza on the the first weekend in September.
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SNEAK PEEK – Pocketup Gear Wai Pouches
Mail call from our mates at Pocketup!
We’re trying out a couple of their Wai pockets for canteen stowage.
The plan is to evaluate these Wai pouches on chest rig and pack for water stowage solutions.
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Check them out at:
https://pocketup.net/?product=wai-bottle-pocket
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INDUSTRY NEWS – Crossfire Australia and Qore Performance
Some great news from our old friends Crossfire Australia partnering up with Qore Performance.
Here, both companies have a chinwag about their capabilities and integration of both companies equipment.
It’s a fascinating discussion. I’ll have to acquire one to try out for integrated hydration options.
https://www.qoreperformance.com/
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SNEAK PEEK – Krieger Industries IFAK Pouch
I recently acquired a mini-IFAK (Immediate First Aid Kit) pouch to carry some medical supplies whilst at work or out and about in my daypack.
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SNEAK PEAK – The Field Office
A recent discussion amongst Primary and Secondary moderators had us comparing notebook sizes.
One of the lads had a fairly decent collection of Australian issue Field Notebooks that he acquired whilst deployed and co-located with Australian troops.
It reminded me of my field notebook setup.
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Sneak Peek – Drivers Vest
Kicking it old school.
A blast from the past, memories of my mis-spent youth.
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