EPISODE · Sep 22, 2022 · 1H 2M
Chey O'Connell: Mastering Bushcraft Skills for Survival & Connection to Nature
from Radio FM88 Australia · host Jeffrey Shaw, Elisa Hererra, Priti Pauline, and Zoe
Returning to the land's ancient wisdom can empower us to thrive in any environment… Join hosts Andrena Forrest and Jeffrey Shaw on Dreaming The New Dream for a colorful and soulful conversation with bushcraft expert Chey O'Connell. Drawing from years of hands-on experience in the Australian wilderness, Chey shares practical bushcraft skills—from fire-starting and shelter-building to foraging, navigation, and living harmoniously with nature.Explore how these timeless techniques not only prepare us for survival but deepen our connection to the earth, foster self-reliance, and awaken a profound respect for the natural world. Blending rugged practicality with spiritual insights, Chey inspires us to rediscover our innate bond with the bush.Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, survivalists, nature lovers, preppers, spiritual seekers, and anyone ready to embrace the call of the wild. Like if you've ever wanted to master fire by friction Timestamps00:00 - Introduction & Welcome to Chey O'Connell10:15 - Chey's Journey into Bushcraft & Wilderness Living24:40 - Essential Fire-Starting Techniques38:20 - Building Shelters & Natural Resources55:10 - Foraging, Tracking & Navigation Skills1:12:30 - Spiritual Connection to Country & Nature1:28:45 - Modern Applications & Survival Mindset1:45:20 - Audience Questions & Practical Tips2:00:00 - Closing Thoughts & InspirationComment: What's your go-to bushcraft skill?Subscribe for more soul-expanding conversationsJeffrey Shaw: https://jeffreyshaw.com.auAndrena Forrest: https://andrenaforrest.comRadio FM88 Australia: https://radiofm88.com.auSupport the Show: Donate at https://radiofm88.com.au/donate-now/Watch/Listen Live Every Week:YouTube | Facebook | X | Alexa ("Play Radio FM Eighty Eight Australia")#Bushcraft #SurvivalSkills #CheyOConnell #BushcraftAustralia #WildernessLiving #NatureConnection #SurvivalTechniques #Foraging #FireStarting #ShelterBuilding #SelfReliance #BackToNature #OutdoorSkills #SpiritualNature #DreamingTheNewDream #RadioFM88Australia #JeffreyShaw #AndrenaForrest #AustralianBush #EarthWisdom
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Returning to the land's ancient wisdom can empower us to thrive in any environment… Join hosts Andrena Forrest and Jeffrey Shaw on Dreaming The New Dream for a colorful and soulful conversation with bushcraft expert Chey O'Connell. Drawing from years of hands-on experience in the Australian wilderness, Chey shares practical bushcraft skills—from fire-starting and shelter-building to foraging, navigation, and living harmoniously with nature.Explore how these timeless techniques not only prepare us for survival but deepen our connection to the earth, foster self-reliance, and awaken a profound respect for the natural world. Blending rugged practicality with spiritual insights, Chey inspires us to rediscover our innate bond with the bush.Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, survivalists, nature lovers, preppers, spiritual seekers, and anyone ready to embrace the call of the wild. Like if you've ever wanted to master fire by friction Timestamps00:00 - Introduction & Welcome to Chey O'Connell10:15 - Chey's Journey into Bushcraft & Wilderness Living24:40 - Essential Fire-Starting Techniques38:20 - Building Shelters & Natural Resources55:10 - Foraging, Tracking & Navigation Skills1:12:30 - Spiritual Connection to Country & Nature1:28:45 - Modern Applications & Survival Mindset1:45:20 - Audience Questions & Practical Tips2:00:00 - Closing Thoughts & InspirationComment: What's your go-to bushcraft skill?Subscribe for more soul-expanding conversationsJeffrey Shaw: https://jeffreyshaw.com.auAndrena Forrest: https://andrenaforrest.comRadio FM88 Australia: https://radiofm88.com.auSupport the Show: Donate at https://radiofm88.com.au/donate-now/Watch/Listen Live Every Week:YouTube | Facebook | X | Alexa ("Play Radio FM Eighty Eight Australia")#Bushcraft #SurvivalSkills #CheyOConnell #BushcraftAustralia #WildernessLiving #NatureConnection #SurvivalTechniques #Foraging #FireStarting #ShelterBuilding #SelfReliance #BackToNature #OutdoorSkills #SpiritualNature #DreamingTheNewDream #RadioFM88Australia #JeffreyShaw #AndrenaForrest #AustralianBush #EarthWisdom
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Chey O'Connell: Mastering Bushcraft Skills for Survival & Connection to Nature
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