Episode 142 - The changing face of Bushcraft

Bushcraft is changing — and in many ways, it needs to.

In this episode, I explore the growing split between wilderness bushcraft, focused on survival and expedition skills, and lifestyle bushcraft, which brings those same principles into everyday life for enjoyment, wellbeing and connection.

I share some thoughts on:

• How the bushcraft community can move forward without losing its roots
• Why big bushcraft organisations need to get clearer about who they serve
• How inclusivity and accessibility can’t just be buzzwords
• What we can learn from other fields, like Forest School

The Bracken Outdoors Podcast is designed for Woodland Leaders from bushcraft instructors to Forest School practitioners, helping you build a life in the great outdoors. With weekly short episodes on all aspects of life as a freelance Woodland Leader, from business tips and advice to philosophy of outdoor education, as well as monthly deep dives into larger topics or interviews with inspirational professionals and leaders in the outdoor education space.

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