First Aid In The Wilds

Survival

Renuka Russell - 18th April 202019th April 2020

First Aid In The Wilds - by Renuka Russell The phrase post-zombie apocalypse is a term I'm increasingly hearing bandied about, especially at the moment. I don't, for a moment, think we will be living through something as major as this term implies. However it's a good idea to reconsider how

The underworld of caving – by Renuka Russell

Adventures

Renuka Russell - 16th May 201918th May 2019

A number of years ago I was a novice caver, eager to explore. I was also happy to be led by other more experienced cavers. One particular day we were exploring an extensive cave system which none of us had been to before. It was a bright, warm and sunny

Foraging from the land and sea in South Wales

Renuka Russell - 30th April 201930th April 2019

A course review - by Renuka Russell We arrived at Matt's venue, an unassuming caravan with a large awning tucked away in the corner of the campsite. It was a beautiful, sunny although chilly morning. In fact, it was a perfect foragers day out. We were a select group - an

Springtime Foraging – by Renuka Russell

Renuka Russell - 27th February 201930th April 2019

Walking along the riverside and marshes, I hear the sharp call of a Coot amongst last year's Bulrushes. I also obtain my very first sighting of early Butterbur flower stalks. The vivid green leaves of wild garlic are now vigorously pushing their way out of the damp soil. Lesser Celandine

Fruits of the Forest – by Renuka Russell

Survival

Renuka Russell - 16th September 201823rd September 2018

Fruits of the Forest Although the nights are drawing in now, there is a lot to look forward to in Autumn. The return to longer and cooler twilights is an excuse to light the wood burning stove. Freshly cut wood chippings gently steaming and the sharp tang of pine and woodsmoke in the