EVERYDAY BUSHCRAFT

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

What Autumn Teaches Us About Resilience There’s a quiet, powerful concept in Japanese philosophy that speaks directly to anyone who’s ever felt like life is stripping them bare: When you feel like you are losing everything, remember that trees lose all their leaves in autumn. They don’t panic. They don’t fight. They simply wait, knowing spring will come. This isn’t naïve optimism. It’s nature’s blueprint for resilience. And it’s one we can apply directly to our own lives, esp

The Story Behind a Simple Paracord Bracelet A paracord bracelet is more than just a bit of woven cord around your wrist—it’s a small piece of practical history. Originally derived from the parachute cord carried by World War II paratroopers, paracord quickly became a soldier’s best friend in the field. Light, strong, and endlessly versatile, the cord found its way into shelters, gear repairs, and emergency situations of every kind. Over time, troops began weaving it into brac

Discover the Pathway: From First Steps to Full-Blown Bush Confidence At Everyday Bushcraft we believe that learning to thrive outdoors also helps you thrive in life. Our courses are designed to take you (or you and your family) on a progressive journey: from foundational bush-skills, through deeper practice, to an advanced challenge that honours the spirit of early settlers. Each stage adds new skills, builds confidence, deepens connection—to nature, to self, and to community

Building Strength That Lasts In bushcraft and in life, resilience isn’t about never falling — it’s about how we rise, adapt, and learn from the experience. Just as we prepare for unpredictable weather or shifting terrain, we can also prepare our minds and spirits to handle life’s challenges with confidence and calm. The 7 C’s of Resilience  offer a practical framework — seven building blocks that strengthen our capacity to bounce back, grow, and thrive. Whether you’re leading

Resilience is a skill we can develop to help when life throws us a curve ball.

Part of the Situational Awareness Module – Everyday Bushcraft In bushcraft — and in life — awareness isn’t just about seeing what’s in front of you. It’s about understanding what it means in the moment you’re in. Context changes everything. The same event can shift from harmless to dangerous, from loss to opportunity, depending entirely on the circumstances surrounding it. Think about it: Someone walking through a door in the middle of the day? Probably nothing. But the same

🐍 Bullies and Snakes: The Wisdom of Staying Still There’s a powerful lesson we can learn from the bush — one that applies not just to...

Ancient cultures taught through doing, storytelling, and shared meals. Today we’ve traded wisdom for convenience—and connection for screens.

Ancient Wisdom for a Modern World: Rediscovering Our Tribe In a world of instant messaging, global networks, and endless online “friends,” it’s never been easier to feel alone. Despite having more connections than any generation before us, many people feel deeply disconnected — from nature, from purpose, and from each other. The truth is, we’ve lost something along the way. Something ancient. Something powerful. Something human. We’ve Lost the Tribe! What is a Tribe? Traditio

In the still pools and flowing streams of the bush, you’ll often find trout and native fish moving with quiet purpose. Watch long enough...

Many Trails in the Forest, Many Trails in Life When you step into the forest, you quickly realise there isn’t just one trail. Some are...

Why I Left Corporate Life to Follow My True North Recently, I lost my job. At first, it hit me hard — as these things always do. But once the dust settled, I realised something deeper: it wasn’t just an ending, it was a calling. For years, I’ve felt increasingly worn down by the corporate world. The endless meetings, the posturing, and, most of all, the bullies — those who lead by fear instead of respect, who confuse authority with wisdom. I’d reached a point where I could no

The Kindness of Kafka: Helping Ourselves by Helping Others Most people know Franz Kafka for his haunting stories—the man who woke up as...

The Three Layers of Life: Everyday Survival Beyond the Bush The same principle that keeps you alive in the bush also helps you thrive in...

How Everyday Bushcraft Builds Confidence, Connection, and Calm I call myself a Resilience Mentor, but really, I’m just someone who’s...

The Three Layers of Kit: A Bushcrafter’s Guide to Being Ready for Anything When soldiers head into the field, they don’t just throw gear...

🌾 The Lore of the Farm: Tending the Crops of Our Life There’s an old story about two farmers. One farmer rose early each morning to tend...