A-Z of Bushcraft & Survival skills

Collecting Clams on the beach

Fri, 04 May 2012 20:07:15 +0000

Former Welsh surfing champion Renee Godfrey sets out to explore how the changing seasons affect life in Wales. In this BBC programme she meets Andrew Price of A-Z of Bushcraft who showed her how to forage on a beach on Gower. http://www.azbushcraft.com

TEOTWAWKI movie - making a drama out of a crisis

Sat, 25 Feb 2012 21:37:58 +0000

http://teotwawkimovie.com Andrew Price will star in a survival movie TEOTWAWKI (or The End of The World as We Know It) is not a story of disaster but of inspiration and community. We will imagine a world after fossil fuels have been depleted and the economy has collapsed. Our movie will mix documentary with drama to explore possible scenarios. Our movie will explore survivalist mentality, security, permaculture, low impact living, renewable energy, wild food, and off-grid living.

Andrew Price goes foraging on Channel 4's Time Team

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 22:48:21 +0000

Presenter of A-Z of Bushcraft Andrew Price forages for wild food for Tony Robinson (Baldrick) and his Channel 4 team. The Gateholm Island in Pembrokeshire, Wales was once inhabited and the team go digging to find who it was. Watch more on http://www.azbushcraft.com

Help us make a Survival movie

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 21:04:21 +0000

Help us make a survival movie.http://www.indiegogo.com/teotwawki Andrew Price is the presenter of A-Z of Bushcraft. In 2012, Andrew will play himself in a fictional documentary as a man seeking a new way of life after the economic collapse of society. Set in the near future, Andrew will travel across the USA meeting communities creating positive ways of living. People who are generating their own energy, growing their own food and building their own homes.   This film will be an inspiring and valuable resource for many of us wanting to build a better future. Help us make this movie http://www.indiegogo.com/teotwawki TEOTWAWKI (The End of The World as We Know It ) is not a story of disaster but of inspiration and community. Our film will use humor and drama to show the people who are creating sustainable lives. We will explore permaculture, low impact living, bushcraft, wild food, and off-grid living.

Off grid power in the woods- with Ben Law

Sun, 03 Jul 2011 21:23:49 +0000

Ben Law has been living in the Woods for 20 years. He explains how he generates and uses power via wind and solar panels Full DVD available from http://www.undercurrents.org/benlaw

A-Z of Bushcraft & Survival video trailer

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 15:01:06 +0000

Come join us on our dedicated website for all the A-Z of Bushcraft & Survival videos. This video gives you a taster of all the skills Andrew Price offers to share with you. http://www.azbushcraft.com

K for Knapping

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 15:57:04 +0000

Andrew meets Karl Lee- a full time primitive technologist and flint knapper. The manipulation of flint and other similar types of stone is the oldest and longest continued form of technology known to man. The first known stone tools date back well over two million years; although crude in appearance, these early tools possessed the single characteristic that was to ensure the use of flint until relatively recent times. Flint and other similar types of stone could be fractured to produce an extremely sharp edge, and it was this characteristic that was so important to our prehistoric ancestors. http://www.azbushcraft.com For info on the Flintknapping courses- email info@dryadbushcraft.co.uk

R for Review (Stove)

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:19:33 +0000

Andrew reviews the Safari Stove which will burn anything fanning the flames with a small battery operated fan. However he has criticism of the flimsy construction. http://www.azbushcraft.com Distributed by Tubemogul.

C for Canoe (azbushcraft.com)

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:46:05 +0000

Andrew takes you up the rivers of Norway to explore Nature at her best. Foraging for wild food and lighting a fire with Birch bark. To join the canoe trip in September 2010 go to http://www.azbushcraft.com

W for Winkles

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 21:40:40 +0000

Andrew explores Winkles as edible coastal food. They appear in prehistoric shellfish middens throughout Europe , and is therefore known to have been an important source of food since at least 7500 BC in Scotland . They are usually picked off the rocks by hand or caught in a drag from a boat. They are eaten in Great Britain and Ireland where they are commonly referred to as winkles or in some areas willicks or wilks , and in Belgium where they are called crickles .Periwinkles are considered a delicacy in African and Asian cuisine . The meat is high in protein and low in fat .Andrew also shows how to cook limpets. Watch the full series on http://www.azbushcraft.com

Q for Quality (Knife)

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 22:23:18 +0000

Andrew reviews the Fox Parang Jungle Knife. Comes with a survival kit- is it quality or is it pants? Andrew takes it apart and tries each item out to see if he would trust his own life with it. Watch the full series on http://www.azbushcraft.om

E for Equipment (snow)

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 20:08:35 +0000

Andrew explains some useful basic equipment to take when trekking in the snow covered mountains.Filmed in Brecon Beacons, Wales. http://www.azbushcraft.com Distributed by Tubemogul.

Roundwood Timber Framing DVD Trailer with Ben law

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 11:20:40 +0000

Woodsman Ben Law presents the step-by-step design and build process for a locally sourced beautiful Roundwood Timber Framed building. He shows other examples of builds including houses, a shop and a small outhouse. Also includes guidance for the creation of cordwood walls and rammed earth floors.

H for Help in Snow

Sat, 09 Jan 2010 22:19:32 +0000

Andrew shows what to do if you are stranded in snow covered mountains. Learn how you can prepare for treks in the snow http://www.azbushcraft.com

I for Infusion

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 20:13:13 +0000

Infusion or simply making tea. Andrew shows how to pick nettles without getting stung. http://www.azbushcraft.com

L for Laverbread

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 17:06:05 +0000

Andrew shows you how to identify and cook the Welsh national dish of Laverbread made from seaweed.In Japan it is called Nori. he high iodine content gives the seaweed a distinctive flavour in common with olives and oysters. http://www.azbushcraft.com

D for Dance (azbushcraft.com)

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 21:03:24 +0000

Andrew meets the band reunited thanks to A-Z of Bushcraft. Seven Little Sisters played in the woods to celebrate their relaunch due to the popularity of their song in our titles. http://sevenlittlesisters.com http://www.azbshcraft.com

V for Viewers

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 21:50:11 +0000

Andrew reviews kit sent in by viewers. The Screwpop tool and a survival kit. Are they a hit or a miss? http://www.azbushcraft.com Distributed by Tubemogul.

K for Knife (Parang)

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 21:41:50 +0000

Andrew introduces the Parang Knife which is used in South East Asia. The ideal tool for use in the jungle.The parang is the Malay equivalent of the machete. Typical vegetation in Malaysia is more woody than in South America and the parang is therefore optimized for a stronger chopping action.A parang has three different edges, the front is very sharp and used for skinning, the middle is wider and used for chopping, and the back end (near the handle) is very fine and used for carving. Watch the series on http://www.azbushcraft.com Distributed by Tubemogul.

U for Urban Bushcraft (azbushcraft.com)

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:16:03 +0000

Wild trees,free food and healing plants are growing all over our cities. Andrew takes to his bike to show you how you can practice Bushcraft where-ever you live.

Roundwood Timber Framing DVD with Ben Law

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 14:54:49 +0000

Ben Law lives and works in the woods in the UK. He has developed a new way of using entire trees with little commercial value to build beautiful homes. DVD released in September 2010. Details on http://www.undercurrents.org/benlaw

J for Jungle

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 09:32:16 +0000

Andrew goes to Thailand to show you how to make fire with bamboo friction. http://www.azbushcraft.com Distributed by Tubemogul.

X for e(X)tra- Paragliding

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 09:55:50 +0000

Andrew takes time out from his Bushcraft to take to the air. A flight over South Wales gives him a perspective over the area he films the A-Z of Bushcraft video series in. http://www.azbushcraft.com

A-Z of Climbing (Trailer)

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:55:15 +0000

Andrew takes to the mountains for a new video series. He co-presents A-Z of rock climbing so tune into the new website very soon.http://www.azclimbing.com

S for Sustainability (azbushcraft.com)

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 18:47:30 +0000

Andrew wanders around the Down to Earth project in Gower, South Wales. he meets Straw bale builders, learns about solar power and growing organic food. Full series on DVD http://www.azbushcraft.com

Andrew talks to Jelly about Coastal Foraging

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 12:22:49 +0000

This clip appeared in an episode of Green Balloon Scrapbook on CBeebies in February 2010, some useful coastal foraging tips from Andrew Price with the help of intrepid reported puppet Jelly.

P for Preparedness (azbushcraft.com)

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 22:10:43 +0000

Are you prepared for disaster? What would you do if a flood, earthquake or terrorism hit you now? What will you do when the energy grid shuts down?Preparedness refers to the state of being prepared for specific or unpredictable events or situations. Preparedness is an important quality in achieving goals and in avoiding and mitigating negative outcomes. It is a major phase of emergency management.Andrew Price begins his second series of Bushcraft & Survial skills teaching you the insight into survival. Follow the entire series and become a member on http://www.azbushcraft.com

M for Morocco (azbushcraft.com)

Sun, 02 Aug 2009 17:07:49 +0000

Andrew treks in the Atlas Mountains in Morocco. He gives an insight into Trekking & life in Morocco Full A-Z of Bushcraft series out on DVDhttp://www.azbushcraft.com

F for Flint (azbushcraft.com)

Sat, 01 Aug 2009 13:15:43 +0000

Starting a fire with basic tools, the flint and a piece of steel. Andrew explains how to make charcoal clothe and also trys out the modern version of flint and steel.Flint (or flintstone) is a hard, sedimentary cryptocrystalline form of the mineral quartz,categorized as a variety of chert. It occurs chiefly as nodules and masses in sedimentary rocks, such as chalks and limestones. Inside the nodule, flint is usually dark grey, black, green, white, or brown in color, and often has a glassy or waxy appearance. A thin layer on the outside of the nodules is usually different in color, typically white, and rough in texture. From a petrological point of view, "flint" refers specifically to the form of chert which occurs in chalk or marly limestone. Similarly, "common chert" (sometimes referred to simply as "chert") occurs in limestone. Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

B for Bicycle (azbushcraft.com)

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 12:35:02 +0000

What better way to get into the woods than on a bicycle. Andrew shows you the Paratrooper rugged mountain bike with front disk brakes and 24 speeds By turning one quick lever, the X5 Paratrooper folds in less than 30 seconds into 3' x 3' pack that can be dropped from a plane, thrown in the back of car or a tossed into a canoe. This is the ultimate Bushcraft transport. Purchase from http://www.azbushcraft.com

A-Z of Bushcraft on DVD

Wed, 20 May 2009 17:49:03 +0000

Andrew asks you to support the A-Z of Bushcraft online series by buying the DVD of the first series. http://www.azbushcraft.com

Out Takes- A-Z Bushcraft (bloopers)

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 14:45:47 +0000

When things go wrong. A few of our lighter moments when making the A-Z of Bushcraft over the last 12 months.Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

Z for Sleeping (azbushcraft.com)

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 22:03:00 +0000

How to get the best nights rest out in the wilds. Andrew shows you a heated tent- tipi, explains why reindeer skin is good for insulation and what makes a good sleeping bag. Find out how to catch good zzzzzzzzzz.Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

Y for Yonder- camping in snow (azbushcraft.com)

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 18:28:35 +0000

Andrew goes yonder and travels to Norway to show you how to construct a forest shelter and build a fire to survive in the snow.Full series out on DVD http://www.azbushcraft.com

X marks the spot (Making a knife in Sweden)

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 18:19:54 +0000

We travel to Sweden to make a high quality knife for use in Bushcraft. A step by step guide under the tutor of Lars Enander- a renowned blacksmith for 30 years with Gransfors BruksFull series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

W for Whistle (azbushcraft.com)

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 14:27:46 +0000

How to make a loud whistle from a Willow tree. Using ancient skills to enjoy nature. Full series out on DVD http://www.azbushcraft.com

V for Vitality (azbushcraft.com)

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 10:08:43 +0000

How to drink the sap from the Birch tree skillfully. We show you how to drill & leave the tree in good repair for next year. Full A-Z of Bushcraft series out on DVD http://www.azbushcraft.com

U for Utensils (azbushcraft.com)

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 09:25:42 +0000

How to make a wooden fork, spoon, pot hanger and support when out in the woods. Learn how to clean your knife using moss.Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

T for Trapping (azbushcraft.com)

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 16:38:55 +0000

How to build traps to catch animals for food in a survival situation. Learn the West Country trap and wire snare method.Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

S for Shelter (azbushcraft.com)

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 09:30:06 +0000

How to construct your sleeping area when sleeping in the woods. Learn what a 'basha' is and what makes makes a good hammock for the outdoors. Andrew will show you how to tie the best knots and how to stay dry in the wild.Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

R for Razor (azBushcraft.com)

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 16:13:21 +0000

How to use a Cut Throat Razor in the woods. Look your best in the wilderness by having a shave with a Cut throat Razor. The ultimate close shave for Bushcrafters. Andrew teaches you all the skills of mastering the blade.Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

Q for Quiet (azbushcraft.com)

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 19:38:02 +0000

The future of Bushcraft lies in the next generation. So Andrew trains a group of young people walk silently in the woods. They also learn how to cook and eat worms just in case!Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

P for Plants (azbushcraft.com)

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 14:02:36 +0000

Which wild plants can we eat? Filmed in Wales. UK we show the pig nut, hawthorn, nettle,dandelion, pennyworth, wild garlic and lots of others. Just one in a series about survival skills.Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

O for Outdoors (azbushcraft.com)

Sun, 15 Mar 2009 15:54:37 +0000

We visit the Outdoors show (which ironically is indoors) in Birmingham, UK to meet fellow bushcrafters, wooden canoe makers, discover the latest in light aircraft and go seeking love in the woods.We supply this series online for free so if you can, please purchase the full series on DVD. Go to http://www.azbushcraft.com

N for (K)nots (azbushcraft.com)

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 17:37:37 +0000

Lerarn all the knots you will need to enjoy the wilderness. Reef knots, bowline, lashing together knots and lots more. Just one in a series about bushcraft and survival skills.Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

M for Medicinal (azbushcraft.com)

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 09:46:15 +0000

Finding wild plants which cn be used to heal. Filmed on the beach and in the woods of Gower in South Wales. Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

L for Laughter (Bear Grylls special)

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 08:20:29 +0000

How to survive in a hotel room. Top tips from the master of survival. How to find and cook tasty food, find a drinking supply and using towels in life or death situations.Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

K for Knife (AZ Bushcraft)

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 04:00:00 +0000

Understand the cutting tool. What makes a good knife and how to use a knife safely. Discover what a tang is.Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

J for Japanese Water Stone (azbushcraft.com)

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 13:11:05 +0000

How to make your Knife as sharp as possible by using the Japanese Water Stone. Full instruction on how to use the stone plus introduction to a mobile method. Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

i for identify (azbushcraft.com)

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 16:40:33 +0000

Finding out which trees are useful for Bushcraft. Learn the differencs between Ash, Beech, Holly, and Elder trees. Just one in an exciting series about old skills in a new world.Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

H for Help (azbushcraft.com)

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 04:19:52 +0000

How to signal for help in a survival situation. We explain the use of pyrotechnics, mirrors, mobile phones and other methods.Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

G for Gathering (azbushcraft.com)

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 17:09:00 +0000

The largest UK gathering of people with an interest in Bushcraft & survival skills takes place in September in Wiltshire. We meet some of the instructors, learn some new skills and find out what attracts people to the woods.Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

E for Energy (azbushcraft.com)

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 19:58:20 +0000

Bushcraft is growing in popularity, in part due to the threat of an Energy crisis. When the Oil runs out, how will we work with nature to supply our needs? We visit the Centre for Alternative Technology to discover more.Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

F for Fire (azbushcraft.com)

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0000

We explain how to light a fire in extreme condition in snow using Birch bark and other not so natural lighters. Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

D for Drinking (azbushcraft.com)

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 13:15:51 +0000

Humans can't live without water for more than 3 days so we show you how to filter your water supply. Learn about basic techniques to rid river water from debris, use military issue iodine filters and other high technology filters. Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

C for Cordage (AZBushcraft.com)

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 13:50:20 +0000

How to create string from natural materials in the woods. Learn how to use willow bark to make strong bonds. Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

B for Bowdrill (AZBushcraft.com)

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 14:33:27 +0000

How to start a fire using friction. Learn how to use a bowdrill, the ultimate bushcraft skill.Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

A for Axe (AZBushcraft.com)

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 12:28:42 +0000

How to use an Axe skillfully and in safety. From chopping logs to making spoons the axe is as handy as a knife in BushcraftFull series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

A-Z of Bushcraft in 2009

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 18:16:22 +0000

Andrew gives you an insight into what we will cover during 2009. Don't let the economic downturn upset you. Treat it as a survival situation and think positve. We will be showing you tips and skills to make the most of the challenging times ahead.Tune into http://www.azbushcraft.com

Trailer: Cycling 12,000km

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 16:20:23 +0000

Bike2Oz is a video series about the young couple who successfully cycled the 12,000Km from Oxford (UK) to Sydney (Australia). Rather than damage the climate by flying, they chose to travel from one side of the world by bicycle & cargo ship. Watch it on http://www.bike2Oz.com

A-Z of Bushcraft (Discussion with Presenter)

Wed, 02 Jan 2008 19:31:29 +0000

Andrew Price, the presenter of A-Z of Bushcraft talks at BeyondTv international Film festival about the making of the series.Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

Living in the Future (Trailer)

Tue, 01 Jan 2008 16:41:19 +0000

The pioneers at Lammas ecovillage want to build their own house and grow their own food, but will the planners let them?

AZ Bushcraft (Preview)

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 12:39:42 +0000

Introducing Andrew Price, the presenter of an A-Z of Bushcraft. Find out how to enjoy the wilderness with just the basic tools.

Bushcraft and Survival Magazine

Thu, 12 Apr 2007 12:51:39 +0000

An insight into people behind Bushcraft & Survival Skills magazine. We met them at the Outdoors show where they held workshops and promoted the glossy mag.Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com

E for Edibles (AZBushcraft.com)

Wed, 14 Feb 2007 16:40:00 +0000

Exploring the coastline for wild plants for eating. Discover scurvy grass, sandfire, wild beet and gorse. Find out how to cook mackerel fish over an open fire.Full series out on DVD http://wwww.azbushcraft.com