OzWit: A Journey of Adventure, Family, and Innovation
In 2006, two adventurous families decided to take a leap of faith. They packed up their lives, leaving behind the familiar, and embarked on a journey to explore the vast landscapes of Australia. At the time, the internet was still in its infancy, offering little guidance for travellers. Much of the preparation was done the old-fashioned way—through conversations with seasoned grey nomads in the family and phone calls to government departments.
Their goal? To create an unforgettable adventure while homeschooling their children and learning as much as possible about life on the road. After securing enrolment with a distance education provider, they set off on what would become a life-changing journey.
The Birth of OzWit
As they travelled, they documented everything—the challenges, the triumphs, and the lessons learned. When they returned in 2009, they realized their experience could inspire and help others. That’s when OzWit was born.
OzWit started as a website filled with practical tips for fellow travellers, particularly families. It covered everything from driving and fishing advice to camp oven recipes that turned meals on the road into memorable moments. The goal was simple: to provide a resource for those who shared their wanderlust and adventurous spirit.
Cooking Up a New Passion
Their love of camp cooking led to the creation of three eBooks: Cooking with Camp Ovens, Fair Dinkum Dampers, and Creative Mince Ideas. These books showed that campfire meals could be both delicious and creative. The response was incredible. Soon, with support from sponsors like Laucke Bread Mix and Heat Beads Australia, two of these eBooks were self-published in print, making them even more accessible to camping enthusiasts.
From Recipes to a Business
OzWit’s journey didn’t stop at recipes. At their first caravan and camping show in Nambour in 2009, they demonstrated camp oven cooking using lightweight, Australian-made spun steel camp ovens. The ovens sparked so much interest that they decided to become distributors. This was a turning point, transforming OzWit from a passion project into a thriving business.
Expanding the Product Range
Over the years, OzWit expanded its offerings. Travelers frequently asked about their Favorite camping gear, so they began curating a range of high-quality, practical, and lightweight products. This included foldable camping gear, waterproof apparel, and their flagship product, the Quokka Foldable Fire Pit, introduced in 2017.
Designed after extensive testing, the Quokka Fire Pit stood out for its durability and portability. Its popularity soared, earning it features on TV shows like Goin’ Off Grid, Step Outside with Paul Burt, and OzFish TV, as well as endorsements from influencers like Wild Touring and Boats and Beaches.
A Family Business Rooted in Adventure
Today, OzWit remains a proud, family-owned business. Founders Ashley and Leanne lead the charge, often joined by their children Jaimee and Beau, along with close friends and family. Together, they travel across Australia, participating in caravan and camping shows, music festivals, and other events, sharing their knowledge and top-tier camping products with like-minded adventurers.
Jaimee, a Journalism graduate, has even contributed to What’s Up Down Under Magazine, writing a four-page feature titled My Big Backyard about her experience homeschooling while traveling. OzWit’s products, like their camp ovens, have also received recognition in the same magazine, highlighting the benefits of Australian-made spun steel ovens.
Fifteen Years and Counting
Fifteen years later, OzWit continues to innovate. The team is dedicated to testing and sourcing new camping and travel gear, ensuring customers have access to high-quality, reliable products. Their journey has inspired thousands to take their own leap of faith, explore Australia, and embrace the joys of life on the road.
OzWit isn’t just about camping gear—it’s about capturing the spirit of adventure and sharing it with the world.
OzWit: A Journey of Adventure, Family, and Innovation
In 2006, two adventurous families decided to take a leap of
faith. They packed up their lives, leaving behind the familiar, and embarked on
a journey to explore the vast landscapes of Australia. At the time, the
internet was still in its infancy, offering little guidance for travellers.
Much of the preparation was done the old-fashioned way—through conversations
with seasoned grey nomads in the family and phone calls to government
departments.
Their goal? To create an unforgettable adventure while
homeschooling their children and learning as much as possible about life on the
road. After securing enrolment with a distance education provider, they set off
on what would become a life-changing journey.
The Birth of OzWit
As they travelled, they documented everything—the
challenges, the triumphs, and the lessons learned. When they returned in 2009,
they realized their experience could inspire and help others. That’s when OzWit
was born.
OzWit started as a website filled with practical
tips for fellow travellers, particularly families. It covered everything from
driving and fishing advice to camp oven recipes that turned meals on the road
into memorable moments. The goal was simple: to provide a resource for those
who shared their wanderlust and adventurous spirit.
Cooking Up a New Passion
Their love of camp cooking led to the creation of three
eBooks: Cooking with Camp Ovens, Fair Dinkum Dampers, and Creative
Mince Ideas. These books showed that campfire meals could be both delicious
and creative. The response was incredible. Soon, with support from sponsors
like Laucke Bread Mix and Heat Beads Australia, two of these eBooks were
self-published in print, making them even more accessible to camping
enthusiasts.
From Recipes to a Business
OzWit’s journey didn’t stop at recipes. At their first
caravan and camping show in Nambour in 2009, they demonstrated camp oven
cooking using lightweight, Australian-made spun steel camp ovens. The ovens
sparked so much interest that they decided to become distributors. This was a
turning point, transforming OzWit from a passion project into a thriving
business.
Expanding the Product Range
Over the years, OzWit expanded its offerings. Travelers
frequently asked about their Favorite camping gear, so they began curating a
range of high-quality, practical, and lightweight products. This included
foldable camping gear, waterproof apparel, and their flagship product, the Quokka
Foldable Fire Pit, introduced in 2017.
Designed after extensive testing, the Quokka Fire Pit stood
out for its durability and portability. Its popularity soared, earning it
features on TV shows like Goin’ Off Grid, Step Outside with Paul Burt,
and OzFish TV, as well as endorsements from influencers like Wild
Touring and Boats and Beaches.
A Family Business Rooted in Adventure
Today, OzWit remains a proud, family-owned business.
Founders Ashley and Leanne lead the charge, often joined by their children
Jaimee and Beau, along with close friends and family. Together, they travel
across Australia, participating in caravan and camping shows, music festivals,
and other events, sharing their knowledge and top-tier camping products with
like-minded adventurers.
Jaimee, a Journalism graduate, has even contributed to What’s
Up Down Under Magazine, writing a four-page feature titled My Big
Backyard about her experience homeschooling while traveling. OzWit’s
products, like their camp ovens, have also received recognition in the same
magazine, highlighting the benefits of Australian-made spun steel ovens.
Fifteen Years and Counting
Fifteen years later, OzWit continues to innovate. The team
is dedicated to testing and sourcing new camping and travel gear, ensuring
customers have access to high-quality, reliable products. Their journey has
inspired thousands to take their own leap of faith, explore Australia, and
embrace the joys of life on the road.
OzWit isn’t just about camping gear—it’s about capturing the
spirit of adventure and sharing it with the world.
