Like many others I have been interested in the work of Ray Mears from the moment he popped on our screens doing five minute vignettes on the 'Tracks' series.
I saw Ray give a speech at a previous Bushcraft Show with a front row seat and saw him meet Lofty Wiseman for the first time.
Fast forward the the 2024 show and I decided to book my wife and I on his talk. It was due to have been outside but the constant threat of rain meant we ended up indoors.
He gave a 90 minute tour de force on calorific needs during a survival situation, what sources could give you that and then, after going through some recently foraged greens, he went through various camp staples and several methods maximising their use when combined with the available foraged foodstuffs.
Mixed in with a lot of anecdotes, stories and tips it made for a great audience whilst on a steep learning curve.
From the KZfaq Music Library:'Brisket Taco' by Cumbia Deli