Thanks for that Chris (and Skater). If I understood properly, its more of a "boot system" you need, which is linked to the climate your physiology and ultimately the rest of your equipment. Put very simply its Wool material for you socks, breathable and fexible material for your boots, all backed up with cleanliness both for you feet and your socks.
It reminds me of a book I read years ago. Written and set in the 19th century tells of a lost soilders trek across country over a period of about a month. (Unfortunatly I can't remember the details) I remember he went into great detail on how he made sure he rotated the two pairs of socks he had, and the care he took of his feet - if only I could remember the name of the author.. <img src="images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" /> It could well have been the "hornblower" novels by C.S.Forester, but I couldn't be sure.

Your link didn't work. I presume you mean't this:
http://www.customwoolenmills.com/country_yarn/
I tracked it down by doing a search for Mors Kochanski who seems to know everything about survival - shelters, plant identification, knives and knots, the list goes on!
Have you read or seen any of his books/videos? Would you recommend them?
Martin

Mors is one of my favourite instructors, and sadly nearing retirement. He has a wonderfull book called ( brace yourself for the unique title,) BUSHCRAFT. There is also a pamphlet series available through the Hollowtop school ( one of the sites that will pop up in a websearch for Mors.) I found some of more interest than others, but all are worthwhile and easy,quick reads. The videos are well made. Bushcraft is a very simple text. Written for the Canadian North Woods, It teaches safe axemanship and secrets of making good feathersticks better than any other reference. The rest is an enjoyable read. Being commonwealth, you should order from Canada if possibe for reduced tariffs and hassle. it's hard not to like an instructor that promotes wool socks and the humble Mora <img src="images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />. As always, my thanks for the correct Link. Someday I will be computer literate <img src="images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />.

A salient point overlooked in this and other 'accidents' is going 'off course.' Sonny Bono went off a designated ski run and was killed by a aggressive tree ( where was his match prepped handgun <img src="images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />.) One of the Kennedy's died in a similar incident, so politics can be ruled out. People ignore avalanche zones, ripptides, evacuation orders and the savvy wisdom of the locals. There is a very thin line of safety maintained by ski patrols, lifeguards and other emergency services. People choose to cross over that line as if the experience will be more thrilling or some ethereal match of the individual against natural forces untamed by rules. Then that tall, good looking redhead mother nature goes uh,no and it's now an accident. <img src="images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />

The sad "erosion" of basic skills needed to stay alive is the result of the high-tech, suburban, wal-mart supercenter, fast food society we live in, in my humble opinion.. Our urbanized lives have all but eliminated the basic knowledge of what my Grandfather referred to as "woodsmanship" . The only jungle most people in our country have ever seen is one made of asphalt, and annoying lights that tell you when to walk, or stop...

I remember as a boy, the ability to make a fire in any sort of weather was a skill that was held in the highest regard. ( and i'm not talking about gasoline, or any other chemically assisted means ) Matches and tinder were the only thing available. Anyone skilled in this was looked upon reverently, and other kids hovered around them trying to learn how to do it themselves.

The same admiration was bestowed upon those who were skilled shots with rifle, bow, or slingshot.. As well as anyone who could make a good sturdy shelter, skillfully use a knike, or trap an animal.

Even the most mentally sluggish kid knew how to dress properly, carry water and at least 1 meal with him when heading into the local woods. It was considered common sense. But that was then and this is unfortunately, now....

Today people who have no experience/skills in the wild watch a wildlife/travel show on cable, or get revved up based on another persons experience and decide to head out "into the green" often resulting in disaster.

Sad....

Matt <img src="images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />

Oh My Lord! That's in Carstairs. That's about an hour's drive from where I live, and I find out about it from a guy in California and another in Scotland. <img src="images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />

How bizarre.