In this episode we are talking with my beautiful friend, an ex SAS soldier, gum leaf whistler, fire starter, survival skills expert …
Building stronger relationships between Father and Son, through the spirit of adventure and the willingness to participate in life
Meet the man behind the beard
Rick Petersen has led what most would consider an interesting and varied life, born the eldest son of a lighthouse keeper living on Tasman Island, off the rugged South East Coast of Tasmania, for the early years of his life.
At the age of six, after the wheels fell off the proverbial family cart, Rick and his five siblings became wards of the State, through parental separation. They were separated from each other, living in foster homes in different locations around Tasmania.
At the age of 17, Rick joined the Military (ARMY) in the early ’80s completing his basic training at Kapooka NSW, and his Initial employment training at the School of Infantry.
He was then posted to Townsville North Queensland, to serve with the 1st Battalion of the Royal Australian Regiment. His first deployment overseas serving with the Rifle Company Butterworth, Malaysia, Rick went on to be selected to serve with the elite Australian Special Air Service Regiment (SAS) in 1986.
Southern Exposure Survival
Bringing to the modern-day, some of the lost skills of Bushcraft knowledge that our forefathers knew. Incorporating a common-sense approach to finding our way in a bushland setting.
Leaving our remote controls, laptops and creature comforts behind, we venture into a variety of different environments building our confidence in our self-sufficiency skills.
Starting with respect for our environment and its inhabitants, we work with nature not against it, enhancing our chances of survival in a potentially hostile environment.
Men of Change Australia
Join Rick for a specialised Workshop or a full Weekend leaving our work and play stations behind as we head out bush, on one of our unique outdoor experiences, which you are not likely to forget. We share quality time together, learning new skills, ideas and concepts that will enhance every relationship, from constructing zombie-proof Shelters to locating care packages, fire lighting without matches or gas lighters!
We learn how to find direction by day or night and so much more. In the evening we enjoy laughs and quality conversations around our campfire cookups.
At Men of Change, We Build stronger relationships, through the spirit of adventure and the willingness to participate in life, built on mutual respect, empathy and Honesty.
“All men choose the path they walk.”
JV with Rick
If what you do could be enhanced by utilising the skills, knowledge and assets of Rick J Petersen in a Joint Venture. Then let’s talk. It is often said that “A rising tide lifts all ships”, so should your business, core values, morals and ethics align with Rick J Petersen, then we may be working together to achieve a bigger goal. Rick has worked with many corporations and elite sporting teams, the outcome brings incredible insight into the purpose, performance, and leadership of your team.
Ricks team cohesion and problem-solving skills developed in the years spent in the Australian Special Forces, also working closely with our First Nations Peoples, brings forth many lessons of Respect, Empathy and Gratitude. Greatly enhance the quality of life of our country and culture as we all move forward as a nation.
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Natural Foot Health
2023-03-31
One of the best, practical, educational and interactive courses I've ever done. Thank you Rick
Mick White
2023-03-29
awesome session. Rick is knowledgeable, funny and interesting. a great range of skills and certainly inspires me to want more.
Jemima Brain
2023-03-27
My 10yr old son and myself have now done the same workshop three times with Rick and my son can't get enough! Rick always has so much interesting and valuable bush skills and information to share across so many topics that we could just listen to him day after day. We will definitely be back for more!
Leighanne Daniels
2023-03-21
My 2 teens and I did Rick's bush survival basics (day course). We loved it. Rick is very passionate and knowledgeable. He shares a great deal of wisdom in a fun hands on way.
Happynut
2023-02-08
Such a beautiful day shared with my 6 year old son!! I want to learn more abd will attend any coming event run by this guy! Rick has so much knowledge!! Thank you!!
Lise and Ivor Tor
Hay Lee
2023-02-07
Rick's course was fantastic. I had been looking for something like this for a long time. So many topics were covered in good detail and Rick patiently answered questions and explained things clearly. He is a man who walks his talk and hands over information in a passionate way with no ego involved. I feel more confident in my knowledge now and look forward to joining him again for some deeper learning. This is one topic where the learning never stops.
Maxine Elva
2023-02-01
My 7 yr old and I attended one of Rick's bushcraft events in March 2022 and had an absolutely amazing time! We were lucky enough to have Rick all to ourselves and the knowledge he bestowed on us was invaluable. His hospitality during our adventure was next to none with everything thought of!
My 7 yr old is still talking about the things they learnt over the two days we spent with Rick.
I look forward to attending more of Rick's events in the future.
Thanks again Rick for such a memorable time!
Arnhem Peterson (Arnycain)
2023-01-09
3 days well spent, learning skills that could save our lives and also to see the natural world differently. Adapting to the weather, overcoming obstacles together with some great guys. Cheers Rick for the great weekend!
Peter Winkler
2022-12-08
I had the honour to attend one of Rick's Dirty Dozen events, and I can't sing its praises enough! The skills I learned over these few days I will remember for a lifetime. Rick is a patient and kind individual who's approach to education was engaging. You got what you put in. I really liked how asking questions and wanting to learn specific things were catered to when asked. Thank you for your patience and guidance in the bush Rick! High recommend Rick!
Paddy O'Regan
2022-10-22
Just spent 3 amazing days with my 2 sons at Rick's Dirty Dozen camp.
Rick is a gentleman and the skills and experience we shared together in bushcraft and survival were terrific.
Big thank you to Perry as well for his humour and company.
Everyone should do this course.
We will be back.
Can't wait to sit around the camp-fire again.