Weather-wise this year’s Gathering was either hot and sunny or pouring with rain. It certainly rained on Thursday, which made set up a chore and also made getting around slippery.
It was great to see old friends again and look at everyone’s offerings.
The Woodlife Maker’s Guild were once again a smash hit with John’s extraordinary carvings…
… and hen’s brilliant basket weaving sessions.
Angelo displayed his canoes…
… while Jason displayed and sold his excellent leather pouches. I was extremely proud to think that Woodlife Network had brought all these talented guys and girls together.
This year, once again, we had George helping us out at the stand and doing a father and son bow demonstrations.
It was a delight to finally meet Dave of WildScience. He took us around the Lake one evening for some bat detecting. Certainly an inspirational bloke if ever I’ve seen one, with his infectious enthusiasm about all things outdoors – but especially bats.
JP worked tirelessly on the bow drill and explaining about our newest member of the Table of Death, which proved to be a great hit as he was placed on people’s hands. This was yet another first for Woodlife Trails as we try to get more people hands-on (literally) with nature’s wonders.
As with previous years, Woodlife ran the Extreme baking competition. This year there was only 5 entries. The winner smothered the cake in After Eight mint chocolate, which proved a hit with the judge, Roger Harrington (the organiser's) young son.
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