Of Guides and Gadget Wood
In early January we were joined by the 1st. Midhurst Guides. They spent a very busy day with us cutting coppice. They put in a great effort and managed to get the wood cut back to the Northwest corner of Cant T. Don’t underestimate girl power!
Cutting Coppice
When the trees were cut the Guides sorted it into our regular products – mainly Beanpoles, Stakes, Pea-boughs and Etherings (binders used when laying a hedge); and for themselves Gadget Wood.
Sorting Product
After a busy morning we stopped at midday for a well earned break and baked potatoes.
Lunch Break
Baked Potato
…..And for those of you still puzzled by what Gadget Wood may be, it is used to make camp furniture, especially for kitchen use.
The following picture is a draining board and bowl holder at use on camp. It is near the end of the week and is starting to show signs of wear, but that is the joy of green woodwork – you can always make another one!
Gadget Wood In Use
Our sincere thanks go to the 1st. Midhurst Guides and their Guiders.
