Plan is to do a bivvy ride 2nd or 3rd weekend in October depending on long term weather. A month after we have shreddded the east moor tech on Trailmonkeys ride [/url].
This would be a good introduction to one of the beautiful and remote bivvy spots on the moor and depending on conditions could be Tor top, hidden valley, forest, river side.
The distance will not be great as this will need to suit the bivvy curious and “experts” alike, so for this time of year, a 3 season bag with bag or tarp will be perfectly adequate. For convenience the chosen sight wil be near a water source.
The emphasis will be on a “bit of fun” so don’t expect a multi-day cross country epic! More likely 10 or so miles from the car and a pleasant evening under the stars.
It is more than likely that I will be awarding a prize for the most pathetic bivvy attempt and for the most “awesome”.
Start point will depend on No.s, but will be no more than 15-20mins from the main A38
Slugwash, who you will all recognise will no doubt give an expansive demonstration display of his weight weenie kit – he is away at the mo and unaware of his generous involvement in this endeavour 😀
Dartmoor bivvies can be truly memorable and a real surprise to the uninitiated.
Below are a couple of taster pics from Previous Dartmoor bivvies.