Mossdale - Ouroborous project

[Rob]

Some great reads there, thanks Simon for finding the time and energy to share your work. And i have to say that even though i know nothing about the area, i was relieved to read that you're now heading left towards the draught.

On a different note, i'm sure my father (Andy Eavis) got squashed by a boulder in Ouroborous in his ULSA days, and had to be dug out. It's been on my (digging) bucket list ever since i first heard his tale....

 

[Simon Beck]

Thanks! The boulder in question has to be passed under to reach the work area. It's had a lengthy settling period and appears well seated - that's assuming my description of it's whereabouts is correct.

Will always keep my options open regarding the way to go. The bottom line is in following the route that requires the least amount of damage. Unlike others I'm not about to enlarge my way to success just for successes sake! I enjoy the challenge, the risk, but most of all Mossdale. The experience of just working in that environment outweighs the potential discoveries by a long shot.

Thanks also to Mattrees for the link!

 

[droid]

Fun (of a sort) rather than glory.

Good. Completely right attitude.

 

[paul]

These stories are brilliant Simon. Please keep posting them.

 

[mrodoc]

Simon,

It might worth knowing that smaller size plug and feathers can be had cheaply from China: https://www.banggood.com/search/plug-feathers.html

I've found that the small ones only work where the rock is hard and good quality, in soft/poor limestone they splinter little bits off but don't split the rock.

The necessary supplies of resolve and commitment are less easily obtained! Exciting reading and evocative writing as always, best wishes.

thanks for the tip. These are so much cheaper than the ones I have bought in the UK.

 

[Simon Beck]

Something aside from everything else and possible fuel for the fire!

http://simonbeck.blogspot.co.uk/2018/01/mossdale-session-29-281217.html

 

[David Rose]

"The night of this place is absolute.' I love it. Another great write-up, Simon.

 

[Stu]

"The night of this place is absolute.' I love it. Another great write-up, Simon.

Couldn't agree more.

 

[Kenilworth]

Enjoyable as always Simon.

 

[paul]

Excellent. 

 

[Simon Beck]

Session 30 - https://simonbeck.blogspot.co.uk/2018/03/mossdale-session-30.html

Session 31 - https://simonbeck.blogspot.co.uk/2018/03/mossdale-session-31.html

 

[blackshiver]

Excellent read Simon, and nice to read that Richard is still looking after you. Your exploratory efforts in Mossdale and association with RDG make you a honorary Moldywarp!

 

[Balmerfish]

Enjoyed reading these mate.
Adele

 

[Andrew Wilson]

Great stuff Simon. Q branch ready.

Andy

 

[Ian Ball]

y

 

[Simon Beck]

Sessions 32 - 34  https://simonbeck.blogspot.co.uk/2018/04/mossdale-sessions-32-34.html

Sessions 35 - 36 https://simonbeck.blogspot.co.uk/2018/04/mossdale-session-35-36.html

Sessions 37 - 41 https://simonbeck.blogspot.co.uk/2018/05/mossdale-sessions-37-41.html

Sessions 42 - 45 https://simonbeck.blogspot.co.uk/2018/05/mossdale-session-42-45.html

 

[cavemanmike]

Dedication man deduction 

 

[The Old Ruminator]

Good to see base jacks in use. Also having time for photos. Will post some of mine one day.

 

[danthecavingman]

Presumably water levels are exceptionally low right now?

 

[Badlad]

looking forward to hear the next instalments .