Countryfile's Matt Baker talks sheepdogs and Jules Hudson learns ancient skills
Mar 3, 2011
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Countryfile's Matt Baker shares his unique sheepdog training methods, while Jules Hudson explores ancient skills like flint-knapping. They also indulge in champion puddings at the Pudding Club in the Cotswolds, creating hilarious memories.
Matt Baker emphasizes using play and sport background to efficiently train sheepdogs.
Jules Hudson explores the ancient art of flint-knapping and reconstructing stone tools.
Deep dives
Matt Baker's Sheepdog Training Journey
Matt Baker shares his experience of training his first sheepdog, starting with his dog Lee when he was 14. Using a football to engage the dog in play, he taught commands like 'come by' and 'away'. Baker emphasized the importance of applying his play and sport background to training the sheepdog efficiently. He further shared his training methods involving a high jump pole with a tennis ball to improve the dog's agility.
Journey into Prehistoric Stone Tool Crafting
Jules Hudson delves into the art of flint-knapping, an ancient process of making stone tools. Highlighting the significance of flint's sound when struck, Hudson explains its historical relevance in prehistoric camps. With a focus on creating tools like hand axes and spear points using flint, the process gives insights into our ancestors’ resourcefulness and skill. By reconstructing the tools from found flakes, the podcast elucidates the complexity and precision behind crafting these essential items.
Pudding Club Indulgence and Walking Adventure
The Pudding Club event in Mickleton features indulging in seven delectable puddings before a walk in the Cotswolds. Abigail White's experience of trying various puddings, including sticky toffee date and spotted dick, depicts the culinary delight offered. Amid discussions of favorite puddings and post-pudding walk plans, the podcast captures the essence of balancing indulgence with outdoor activities for a memorable countryside experience.
This month, Countryfile’s Matt Baker talks about his bizarre methods for training sheepdogs, fellow presenter Jules Hudson learns prehistoric skills in Worcestershire, and Abigail Whyte walks and scoffs with the Pudding Club in the Cotswolds. To find out more, visit www.countryfile.com