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#72324 - 09/03/06 07:34 AM Re: My latest outing
LED Offline
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Registered: 09/01/05
Posts: 1474
thats one of the worst feelings ever, a hot, humid tent. the only thing worse is to add an ungodly number of hungry mosquitoes inside and outside the tent with no wind whatsoever and no insect repellent. <img src="/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" /> the only places i'll camp now in lower elevations in the summer are next to a river and right on the beach (with a nice ocean breeze). but preferably i like to stay above 7000' where its usually guaranteed to get comfortable at night. it doesn't get much worse than trying to sleep in an unventilated tent laying on top of a synthetic sleeping bag. well, add rain, a dangerous thunderstorm, a tornado warning, and mosquitoes, and i guess it could get worse. now that was a night i'll never forget. <img src="/images/graemlins/tongue.gif" alt="" />

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#72325 - 09/03/06 09:58 AM Re: Where, What materials & Mosquitos
ducktapeguy Offline
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Registered: 03/28/06
Posts: 358
I think Ironraven and Frozen identified it right , I call BS on this whole thread. Another troll 13 year old kid reading too many online survival manuals. Most of his story doens't make any sense. I'm willing to bet we'll never see real pictures of this so-called "shelter" he built. Hey, boatcrow, make sure to hold up the .44 that you use for "plinking" standing next to this one-hour wilderness mansion, so we know you didn't just grab a picture off the net. Until we actually see pictures, I don't think anyone here believes you.


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#72326 - 09/03/06 10:00 AM Take it easy, people
JIM Offline
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Registered: 03/18/06
Posts: 1032
Loc: The Netherlands
Here we go again........... <img src="/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />

Ducttapeguy, others,

I know Boacrow claims to have done some.........special things. Some people say that they don't believe him.

The logical reaction should be that Boacrow posts some photo's of his experiences and outings to prove it.

I think that would be the best thing to do for us and him.
Until then, I give him the benifit of the doubt.

Jim
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#72327 - 09/03/06 02:18 PM Re: Where, What materials & Mosquitos
Boacrow Offline
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Registered: 08/18/06
Posts: 85
I see that Ironraven has a fan club. That's sweet although slightly disturbing. I have stated before that as soon as I get a chance to get to somewhere, I am going to get some pics. Although as I said, I doubt very seriously that anyone will take it seriously. After I post the pics though, I really am not interested in hearing anymore about it, so keep the comments to yourself after that. I don't care if you believe it or not once I post the pics. I am only doing it because some of the people on this forum respectfully requested it and I think those few people might appreciate it. My suggestion would be, if you are not trying to learn or teach anything, stay out of the way of the people who are. I myself concede that there are probably many methods of doing things that I could improve on and that is why I am here. Unfortunately there are those on this board who would like to stand in the way of that. Why can't you people just be patient? I will eventually get around to getting the pics up here. Seriously, it's like talking to a bunch of kids. Are you going to try to get my lunch money next? Grow up and learn that you get alot further if you treat people with respect and give them every opportunity to prove themselves. I would really appreciate it if you could refrain from posting if you can't be adult about it. Does anyone else have thoughts on this?I would like to hear them.

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#72328 - 09/03/06 02:30 PM Re: Where, What materials & Mosquitos
Angel Offline
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Registered: 06/17/06
Posts: 192
Why be so disrespectful and rude? I believe Boacrow, I know his claims are possible. He said he would build a shelter and send pics to those that treat him with respect. As far as the gun goes, what's so hard to believe about that? I have several guns, in fact I don't even know anyone that doesn't have a gun. I think some people just live to cause trouble. If you are unable to understand his posts, maybe you are at fault there and not him. I found his posts very clear. Due to your rudeness and arrogance, I'd come closer to believing that you are 13 and I don't even need pics for that. Are you here to learn or are you like ironraven in that you think you already know everything? I don't need you to tell me what's possible and what's not.

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#72329 - 09/03/06 02:39 PM Take it easy people!
JIM Offline
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Registered: 03/18/06
Posts: 1032
Loc: The Netherlands
Shaking his head.......... <img src="/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />

I'm not surprised if we're going to have a little visit from our friend Chris......
Everybody......grow up! You're all acting like little children right now! (written by a 16-year old <img src="/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />)

And that's the last thing I'm saying about this.
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#72330 - 09/03/06 02:43 PM Re: Take it easy people!
Boacrow Offline
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Registered: 08/18/06
Posts: 85
I think that's a good idea. I think the mod should step in and lock this post. This is ridiculous. I am not asking for much, just a little respect. I'm getting tired of this. I'll post the pics on another thread later.

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#72331 - 09/03/06 03:07 PM Re: Where, What materials & Mosquitos
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Registered: 04/24/06
Posts: 398
Loc: Tennessee
I can see both sides of the story here:

IMHO, the posts have not always been clear and concise and Boacrow has pretty much admitted to that. I asked for pictures because some of the claims he made were "unusual." He wants to vindicate himself with pictures, and I respectfully give him the opportunity to do so.

Boacrow came onto the forum with an entirely different approach than anybody I have ever seen. He came on a forum meant to discuss "being equipped" with the attitude that he doesn't need the equipment, nature can provide it. Well that seems to have ruffled some feathers from all angles.

When chastising those who are calling "troll," remember something: Until lately, Boacrow took personal offense when just about ANYBODY questioned his methods until he realized that not all were "out to get him." I, for one, if possible, would like to learn from him.

To believe just what anybody claims on cyberspace is just outright foolish. I thought the forum might have a true bushman when Boacrow first came on and made his first post. I hope he really is. What we have on this thread now is words on a screen. Until I see pictures or a video, I fairly and respectfully give the benefit of the doubt.




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#72332 - 09/03/06 03:27 PM Re: Where, What materials & Mosquitos
Boacrow Offline
journeyman

Registered: 08/18/06
Posts: 85
Thanks for the post Simon. While I don't see myself as a bushman I have survived long periods of time with no gear. I do carrry gear with me when I go most of the time, and the last time I went crazy with gear. I took a fully stocked kitchen unit (Cabelas), several folding chairs, prospecting equipment, enough food to last for months, tent, sleeping bag, two air mattresses (in case one got punctured), air pump (great for getting the fire going), several changes of clothes, camp grill, radio, psitol (I'm a blackpowder fan myself), pellet gun, lantern, and lots of little odds and ends. It fairly well filled up my truck. That was a first for me but I just wanted to play. I usually have a kit that mimics alot of the ones I see on here. I don't always have to use it, but it's nice to know I have it with me. Actually, I'm pleased that some people are willing to learn as well as teach. Like I said, there are probably hundreds of ways I can do things in a better way than I have and I would love to learn them all. I think with the attitude that you have Simon, I could learn alot. I also do like some of the gear that I see on this forum from time to time. I didn't know there were so many products out there and I'm glad to see that I can come here to see how these products measure up. That's a big problem I have with ordering online. I never know if what I'm looking at is worth a crap or not. Now I have a place to find out. By the way, the Cabelas camp kitchen, well worth the money for casual camping where weight and space aren't a consideration. check into it. $139 and it is great!

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#72333 - 09/04/06 02:50 AM Re: Where, What materials & Mosquitos
norad45 Offline
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Registered: 07/01/04
Posts: 1506
I have avoided commenting on this thread until now, but this line got my attention:

"...I have survived long periods of time with no gear. "

After you tell us what you mean by "long", and after you tell us what the climate was, please advise how--without gear-- you made fire, how you made a cutting implement, how you made clothing, what medicines and bandages you cobbled together, what you ate, and how you purified your water. Thanks.

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