EVERYDAY BUSHCRAFT

A Time for Everything Under the Sun Remembering Pixie and the Seasons of Love and Loss There’s a verse in Ecclesiastes that has echoed through centuries of human experience: “To everything there is a season, and a time for every purpose under heaven.” (Ecclesiastes 3:1) It’s a beautiful reminder that life moves in cycles—joy and sorrow, beginnings and endings, growth and letting go. Today, that verse sits heavily on my heart, because today my wife and I had to say goodbye to

Everyday Bushcraft Inclusion Statement At Everyday Bushcraft, we believe the outdoors belongs to everyone. Our mission is to create safe, welcoming, and empowering experiences where all people—regardless of background, identity, or journey—can learn, grow, and thrive. “Bushcraft for All” means: Respect We respect every person’s individuality, identity, culture, and lived experience. We use inclusive language, honour people’s chosen names and pronouns, and uphold dignity in e

How Christian Wisdom Shapes Everyday Bushcraft There’s something unmistakably spiritual about stepping into the Australian bush. The noise fades, the distractions fall away, and suddenly you’re left with the simple essentials—shelter, water, fire, and the people around you. For me, bushcraft isn’t just about surviving in the wild; it’s about remembering what matters. And as a Christian, I often find that the lessons I teach in Everyday Bushcraft echo the same truths found thr

Last weekend I had the privilege of spending two days at the Elmore Events Centre with Scouts from across Victoria, celebrating the 50-year Gilweroo event. For most of the weekend I was on the air rifles team, running a lane on the range, coaching kids on safe firearm handling, and teaching the fundamentals of marksmanship. For many of the young people stepping up to the firing line, this was their first ever experience holding a rifle. And like any instructor will tell you,

Imagine stepping into the wild, surrounded by towering trees, the scent of earth and fresh air filling your lungs. You’re not just wandering—you’re thriving. That’s the magic of bushcraft and outdoors training. It’s about more than just survival; it’s about connection, confidence, and discovering skills that stay with you for life. Whether you’re with family, part of a school group, or a community eager to learn, mastering these skills can be a game-changer. Let’s dive into h

Why Modern Society Needs Tribal Traditions Again And how Everyday Bushcraft can help families and communities build their own initiation rituals For most of human history, young people didn’t simply “grow up.” They were brought up—guided, shaped, and initiated by their tribe, their clan, their elders, and their community. Across cultures and continents—from Aboriginal songlines to Celtic coming-of-age trials, from First Nations vision quests to the African semanā initiation c