We encourage you to have a look around the catalog first to see what we’re all about before posting your first thread. Topics typically posted here include:>Outdoor recreational activities (Hiking, trail running, bushwhacking, camping, spelunking, geocaching, orienteering, expeditions, urban exploration, backpacking, etc.)>Gardening, farming and related activities>Hunting and fishing, and other activities involving the stalking or taking of game (including bird-watching)>Outdoor survival, bushcraft, foraging, self-sustenance in nature, train-hopping, hoboism, etc.>Outdoor destinations and exploration (specific trails, parks, regions, etc.)>Water-related activities (boats, diving, etc.)>Outdoor philosophy (conservation, Leave No Trace, protectionism, etc.)>Outdoor building and living (cabins, huts, treehouses, etc.)>Outdoor social activities and organizations (meet-ups, Scouts, NOLS, etc.)>Gear related to any of the above topicsMost topics related to the outdoors are fine. Write properly, behave politely, encourage a respectful community, and most importantly, GO OUTSIDE!!
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What are the best long distance walks in Europe?
>>2707347You’re completely clueless.
>>2708482Ok, you’ve convinced me with your compelling argument. Wonderful.
>>2708489Is this the chuldpilled version of "I accept your concession"
>>2694052so what is being unable to trespass on property without legal repercussions?
>>2692757K E K
Is there something I'm missing here? If you look around at bushcraft and camping stuff ALOT of the material is sperging about splitting wood with a sub optimal tool. When you look at knife focused stuff it becomes almost obsessive. What is so fascinating about this? Do people really spend large amounts of time breaking down tons of wood and for what? Beyond getting a fire properly going with bigger chunks and a nice coal bed what is the fixation on making stick sized wood shards in the dumbest way instead of just using sticks? It comes off as autistic cope for geartards looking for something to do.
Can I use a hammock as a fishing net? Should I use a hammock as a fishing net?
>>2709791Buttered kindling
>>2709748>my magic knife that i use for both batoning and gutting fishAbsolutely and completely full of shit.
>>2710080>Absolutely and completely full of shit.Soft girly hands typed that.You have never been outside.Lay off youtube gear queers, and go /out/You don't need a dinky little knife with CPM 3V steel and drop point kissmyass blade geometry to gut a fish.I've filleted thousands of fish with a fucking Mora safety knife, picrel, you think I can't gut a fish with a regular /out/ knife?Stop projecting your incompetency on others.Maybe you DO need that hatchet to split a fucking stick, since you are clearly a severely disabled person.
>>2710091>maybe if i insult him harder it'll make me rightKeep on batoning fish.
what the FUCK is eating my plants?I have many plants of spider grass and marigolds out the back that are all very happy and healthy and this shit happened suddenly overnight.spider grass plants eaten were both a mature large ~5 year old plant as well as many ~3 month old seedlings I recently propogated outside. some of the new bedded plants are eaten right down to the roots.what the FUCK is doing this and so quickly? I have a filly fenced and gated garden so definitely no durr or wallabys getting in, very slight chance of rabbits or whatever. is this caterpillars? I've been seeing grasshoppers and caterpillars around the neighbourhood but haven't seen any on my property or my plants. literally when I saw the damage today I couldn't find anything at the crime scene at all. please help I put the whole summer into this ;_;Sydney NSW btw
>>2709775I am op, I am very hungry and those are very tasty.
>>2709780pic please
>>2709775>I've been seeing grasshoppers and caterpillars around the neighbourhood but haven't seen any on my property or my plants. literally when I saw the damage today I couldn't find anything at the crime scene at all.That's grasshoppers. Little bastards are hard to keep off your plants. They'll take a bite out of anything to see if they like it even if it's something that will kill them. I recommend planting trap crops to try to keep them away from your favorite plants. You can also try fermenting or boiling citrus peels and spraying it over the leaves as a repellent/insecticide, but usually they'll still probably have a taste. You can also try soaking oyster mushrooms in cold water to make an insecticide. If you use hot water it will turn into an herbicide and kill your plants. Good luck, anon.
>>2709802Those motherfuckers. Thank you anon I will be visiting the gardenshop man today and get his best advice for warding them off. I'm not gonna bother with the home remedies, I'm not good at that stuff. And we've been getting a lot of rain so I'll need to re-apply often.
>>2709924Look for something aromatic to try to keep them off in the first place, like the citrus peels. Killing them doesn't really matter if 1,000 of them each take one bite of your favorite plant. Good luck.
Homestead General /hsg/> Woods Cabin Edition> Thread #05Talk gardening, farming, livestock, beekeeping, building, electricity and plumbing, earthworks, waterworks, permaculture, raising children, market gardening, selling produce, barter, home economics, composting, mulching, pest control, diet, health.Anything relevant to living on site, making a home out of the land.Old Thread: >>2640881
I'm taking over a house with a medium sized garden. What are some of the first things I should do to ensure everything is good and well? I don't want to start something and then realize the earth is fucked somehow. I was considering removing all grass, put some new dirt, and then grass seeds. Is that a retarded plan?
Is there anything useful about these gay mini pigs? Got them for my gf as pets, so no eating. They eat all the garden/kitchen scraps that would normally go to my chickens. And their manure production is rather poor. I guess they could be used to dig up some pasture in preparation for vegetable beds, but i don't need more growing space atm.
>>2709813Do a soil bioassay>>2706808>>2706809
>>2709837It provides happiness >>2709526Interesting
>>2705405I do genetic improvements of a specific race, so I look at the data when buying.You should check how much wool it has, how thin the "hairs" are, and how big/heavy the animal is.Dunno about milk sheep though
which bow type is best for hunting and general shooting iam convinced that traditional bows like long bow and horn bow (mongolian) are better than compound because they require skill and alot of training to master and can shoot heavier arrows and dont malfunction or need much care like the compound bow
Going to shamelessly borrow this thread and ask for a recommendation for a decent entry level takedown recurve. Something with ILF is probably a good choice right?
>>2707124I'm not an archer, what are the disadvantages of a thumb draw, and how did the method develop in the first place in case you might also be a history nerd?
>>2709344Galaxy Sage (not a reference to fake 4chins downdooting, it's actually called the Sage)
>>2706976Compound
>>2709384>what are the disadvantages of a thumb drawThey're not as accurate, one finger won't handle drawing an actual hard hitting bow like 3 fingers does, etc>and how did the method develop in the first place in case you might also be a history nerd?It's a quickdraw mostly used by steppe nomads to spam gorillion arrows from horseback (the bows are short and doesn't hit as hard as regular infantry bows, they're not as lethal but that's not the point. They still hit hard enough to anger whoever they shot at, goading them to break formation and stretching them as thin as they can get, then another unit will come to hit them from the sides/back - the actual killing blow)
What makes a good park to you? What features would you like to see in a park near you? Is it the arbor? Botanicals? Do you prefer a wilderness park or one with lots of space for stretching your legs and picnicking? Should it have spaces for live outdoor entertainment and club activities? And name some parks you like that you think embody what you think is important. I like a big family friendly park that has active hobo management and good cooking accommodations. I also like long shaded looping trails for running and natural riparian areas for wildlife and fishing recreation.
>>2708119But will I get robbed after buying the crank? That's the true test.
>>2707446This
>>2707832Greetings fellow autist. I love when placards tell whatever butterflies or insects live in a park.
>>2707864Shit. I was thinking of moving to Utah or Montana someday if I had to leave Texas. Those bastards are spreading everywhere along with spics
>>2705498I'm from germany, and here there's different parks for different uses, rather than one "ideal" park.- There's the "common" park, usually situation relatively centrally in the city, and it's usually basic. A good version of these has mostly lawn, occasional trees to provide shade, at least one, ideally multiple playgrounds for kids (swings and a slide are a minimum, exercise equipment like bars at different heights as well as purpose built exercise equipment for elderly are welcome additions). The purpose of this park is primarily a social one, it gives a place where citizens can spend time outside their homes for free. You'll see people of all ages go for walks, picnic, sunbathe, grill etc. Ideally since it's just lawn, grilling is allowed, as long as you don't leave trash behind.- Then there's the "educational" parks. Mostly historical parks that used to belong to nobility but a botanical garden counts too. These offer some light education and can still be used like a common park. As a bonus they almost always have amazing views over the city.- There's the "wild" park. These are usually kept relatively wild, often also in a nature preserve area and at the edge of a city. There's a petting zoo of local species that live in the forest and kids can go learn about them and get closer to nature. There's often events for kids here by local rangers where they can learn and have fun in the woods, as well as a larger playground.- Lastly there's the "opportunity" parks. These are small parks, built in areas where there's space. They usually have walking paths, more trees than common parks, some grassy area as well as a few playgrounds and benches every once in a while. The purpose of these is to allow residents to have some green space very close to their house to unwind, get some fresh air, get away from city noise and relax.I genuinely believe parks are essential for social cohesion in a city, it's where all economical classes meet and spend time together
MOST OF YOU DON'T EVEN GO OUTSIDE
>>2708402for you
>>2709041I was skepitcal he even was mormon because he never mentions what denomination he is until he videoed near me and I recognised the church in his video
>no video this saturday due to "illness"Lukebros... was I right? >>2709138
>>2709051shut the fuck up faggot
>>2709131if i were rich i'd live in alaska too
Just got an REI membership and all I want to do now is consooooom
>>2709978The comparable store would be cabellas/bass pro. Of course they sell things for people who hunt and have trucks that can tow boats instead of just a subaru forester with a roofrack
>>2707479>>2707451>>2707378I still can't even fathom why this is. I have also never met a black person that wants to go camping. They are all very vocal about NOT wanting to go when I talk about it. So what is this push to get them to do something they don't want? Is it literally just companies trying to get more consumers?
>>2704183i never really thought about this lol. i do rock some purple gear in my kit.
also fuck rei. there's way better cottage companies around now for much better quality for lower if not the same prices as rei. i bought my gear from them for my first backpacking trip, and they have some decent stuff to replace worn clothes/gear. however they're a woke garbage company now thats expensive as fuck. rei (especially their name brand stuff) used to be a good option to get into backpacking/hiking/out without spending an arm and a leg. not anymore.
Have any of you worked there? What's the employee discount like? I'm kind of a bum right now and looking to get a thing out two for this season (new whitewater helmet and throw bag, and possibly a tent.)
Let me guess, you need more
>>2708915 sleeps better and enjoys his outings more than >>2708919 guaranteed
>>2708590>I'm a side sleeper and I have such a hard time sleeping outI have been trying to train my body at home to back sleep but I'll always wake up on my side
>>2708696It forced you to sleep on your back.Trust me anon, as a lifetime side sleeper I know your pain. I would spend hours researching technique on how to force myself to learn to sleep on my back, stuff like sewing tennis balls on the side of my shirt and such.But a hammock fixed it right away, it just feels so natural. I can sleep on my back or my side now.
>>2708980you're saying that camping next to a car is a different experience than walking a couple days into the back country?
>>2708933I don't mind the gear reviews, but I want ones where some autist complains about having a YKK 5 zipper instead of a YKK 8. Check out this review that spends 5 pages demolishing the Mont Austral: https://maps.bushwalk.com/magazine/edition/201804/pages/64/69. It's not necessarily correct on every point, but even reading the review teaches me about what to look for in a jacket.
I'm moving to the south (probably closer to mason dixon line) but I heard kudzu vines are insane there. Is it pretty socially acceptable to tear it up wherever you go? I understand its a losing battle I just hate that it ruins everything and even if its hopeless I see myself fucking with it everytime I'm around it in nature
>>2709615govt program to combat soil erosiona fuckin retarded govt program by some fuckin retarded govt bureaucrat thought it would be a good idea to bring shitass kudzu to prevent soil erosion in the southsame story with some dumb fuckin retard govt asshole who brought over bradford fuckin pear trees that smell like fucking jizz every spring
>>2709880soil erosion happened because of clearcut logging
>>2709911It’s the old lady who swallowed the fly. Pretty much too late to do anything about it now, but we are in a weird niche where we have the best technology and transportation to spend time outside and there’s still an outside left to enjoy at all
>>2709911yes andfuckin moron govt solution is trash and we're still with it a century later
>>2709659>I'm one of the good ones I swear>[Identity politics]No you're not.
What type of camper are you?
>>2709785Looking back it was probably unclear why I said that. It's not anything against officers, I wore it for a long time. Really I just hate the flight caps in general. Typically when on the road I just wore a ball cap on the jet, and went without a cover to the hotel. Glad you boys are having fun, just a personal greivance. What does your friend like about them that makes him want to take it out camping?
>>2709868The cap actually belongs to me, my friend took the picture. It’s a couple things, 1) I saw a single picture of a non pilot/ non rescue officer attached to a rescue unit in vietnam and he wore the cap with ERDL’s and I thought it looked cool2) I never wanted to be in the AF or in maintenance. But money and contracts kept me out of the infantry I fell in love with when I went to an SMC. So I like to wear it when I’m trying to stay sharp as a reminder that there’s supposed to be more to being an officer than spreadsheets and meetings
>>2709909I see, part style part talisman. Are you in Appalachia?
>>2709931Originally, but not now. I took a week of leave en route after completing amoc a couple months ago to go larp with my buddy in the Corps. So these pictures come from that in the Pisgah. I get my shooting in where I can now that I’m stationed in Europe
>>2710048I've not been to Pisgah, my wife really likes Asheville, but I'm not sold on it. Maybe I'll have something to look forward to next time we go. I won't ask you to doxx yourself, but I hope you are at a nice base in Europe (the maintenance guys in ramstein always seemed stressed out with how busy it is. )
I am thinking of ditching my tent and matress and sleeping bag for a tarp and a hammock.Any experiences on this?
>>2709967With that kind of sleeping bag, you can unzip just the one at your feet, then secure the tube completely over the hammock. I've done that and it works as a jank TQ/UQ. Just a thought.
>>2710019nah everyone I know thinks hammocks are more comfy, not a single person has said gee I really wish I was on a thin piece of foam or an inflated pad that will deflate on me overnight instead of this comfy hammock
>I know! let me be a retard in sausage casing!>let me go through hell to setup and tension everything when I'm tired just so I can hang like a MRE for bears with limited sleeping positions>sooo much better than sleeping on the ground! Haha I'm so quirky and unique!?
>>2710069>t. doesn't know anyone, has never used a sleeping mat
So does a tent make you a retard ravioli? Do you put a lil bow on top so the bear feels extra special unwrapping you? I typically don't sleep on the ground ever, so unless you do, that would be the quirky situation. P.S. no (you) for your bait
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>>2709680They are mid. Soft flesh with a mild flavor that I personally do not really like. I don't dislike them, but I would target other fish to eat first if I could.
The basic way of bleeding the fish is by cutting the aorta, right? You should always be able to cut the aorta without accidentally touching the heart if you cut directly behind the lower base of the hindmost gill, correct?
>>2709975I'm thinking about buying a fly rod for Driftless trout. My concern is not with rod itself; it's with how expensive the tackle will be. If I tie my own flies, there will be a massive upfront cost, and if I don't, I heat that can get expensive real quick.
>>2709793I've tried fucking everything and idk what my problem is. I've fished 4 bass tournaments with my dad in the last 4 months in north florida and I've caught literally nothing. I partially sorta blame it on my dad being to fast on the trolling motor, but I'm pretty sure I'm just coping. I've been going to ponds to practice but idk man. I fished a texas rigged (weightless) Senko of multiple different colors in a local pond last weekend, got 1 bite when I got there, then literally nothing else the whole time. I went with just different colored senkos to try and get gud with just those first and I was so discouraged after lel. Maybe I should have just hopped ponds.
>>2710053You dont save money tying flies, if anything im ng you spend more, but you can get more flies per dollar.
Suck my cock, hippies
>>2710030Pioneer fantasy isn't the point, the point is nature is nice how it is without your jarring and poorly crafted monument to yourself.
>>2710030How are you gonna pin egotism on the people who want nobody to leave any evidence of their passage and not on the slobbering retards who can't stop themselves from unmistakably altering a place that exists specifically so everyone can enjoy and experience nature in its purest form? Why do they always have to stack rocks in public wilderness areas and not in their own backyard?
>>2710030yet it's only a fraction of the seethe generated when someone sees you knocking over the rocks
>>2710035>their own backyardIt's much harder for them to get a good angle on the rock stack when they take a picture for internet clout. If their house or apartment is in the background it significantly reduces their updoot profit.
>>2710030