MARCH 2026
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The Camp Oven Cook

Get ready to embrace the flavours of camp oven cooking

We’re excited to welcome Queensland local, Mick Viller, back to our Brissy show for 2025. Mick’s passionate about camp cooking and wants to make camp oven cooking accessible for everyone. This year he will be joined by fellow cast iron boy, Nick!

Together, they will create 30-minute shows that are both educational and entertaining. Their combined expertise and camaraderie make for a captivating experience that blends practical cooking tips, fun banter, and mouthwatering recipes. Whether you’re an experienced camper or a curious newcomer, The Camp Oven Cooks will leave you inspired and hungry for more!

Daily Shows
EAT, SLEEP, CAMP OVEN, REPEAT
Daily at 10:00am
This engaging session will introduce attendees to the art of camp oven cooking, demonstrating its versatility with three delicious recipes: an entrée (Damper), a hearty main meal, and a delectable dessert. Aimed at beginners, the session will cover essential skills such as selecting the right camp oven, proper cleaning techniques, seasoning, and heat control, ensuring that participants feel confident in using their own camp ovens at home or in the bush.
THE GREAT DAMPER COOK-OFF CHALLENGE
Friday & Saturday 1:00pm | Sunday 12.30pm
Get ready for some friendly competition in this interactive and fun-packed session! "The Great Damper Cook-Off Challenge" invites two brave audience members to face off in a friendly cooking challenge to create the best damper. As they compete in real time, we'll demonstrate the core techniques of camp oven cooking, from mixing and kneading to controlling heat, all while keeping the audience engaged and involved.
BEGINNERS GUIDE TO CAMP OVEN COOKING
Friday & Saturday 3:00pm | Sunday 2:30pm
The final session of the day will be a comprehensive and practical guide for beginners to the world of camp oven cooking. Aimed at those who are new to the art of outdoor cooking, this session will focus on the essentials—helping attendees gain the confidence and skills to cook with a camp oven.  We’ll also cover how to troubleshoot common challenges and make the most of your camp oven, ensuring everyone walks away with valuable, actionable knowledge they can put to use right awa
Mick and Nick

MEET MICK & NICK

Mick is a seasoned expert and passionate advocate for the art of camp oven cooking. With over a decade of experience, he has dedicated himself to educating and inspiring others. Mick’s approachable teaching style makes learning the techniques of camp oven cooking accessible for everyone. 

Nick is a true bush cook with a passion for creating hearty meals in the great outdoors. With a love for simple ingredients and a knack for making the most of what’s on hand, Nick thrives on showing how camp oven cooking is as practical as it is rewarding.

Mick in the yard cooking
Schedule below
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10:00
  1. Eat, Sleep, Camp Oven, Repeat
    Expo Place 1
    30 mins
    An introduction to the art of camp oven cooking, demonstrating its versatility with three delicious recipes: an entrée (Damper), a hearty main meal, and a delectable dessert. Aimed at beginners, the s …
    Speakers
    Mick Viller
    Mick Viller - Camp Oven Cook
13:00
  1. The Great Damper Cook-Off Challenge
    Expo Place 1
    30 mins
    Get ready for some friendly competition in this interactive and fun-packed session! "The Great Damper Cook-Off Challenge" invites two brave audience members to face off in a friendly cooking challenge …
    Speakers
    Mick Viller
    Mick Viller - Camp Oven Cook
15:00
  1. A Beginners Guide to Camp Oven Cooking
    Expo Place 1
    30 mins
    A comprehensive and practical guide for beginners to the world of camp oven cooking. Mick and Nick will take those who are new to the art of outdoor cooking, this session will focus on the essentials— …
    Speakers
    Mick Viller
    Mick Viller - Camp Oven Cook
10:00
  1. Eat, Sleep, Camp Oven, Repeat
    Expo Place 1
    30 mins
    An introduction to the art of camp oven cooking, demonstrating its versatility with three delicious recipes: an entrée (Damper), a hearty main meal, and a delectable dessert. Aimed at beginners, the s …
    Speakers
    Mick Viller
    Mick Viller - Camp Oven Cook
13:00
  1. The Great Damper Cook-Off Challenge
    Expo Place 1
    30 mins
    Get ready for some friendly competition in this interactive and fun-packed session! "The Great Damper Cook-Off Challenge" invites two brave audience members to face off in a friendly cooking challenge …
    Speakers
    Mick Viller
    Mick Viller - Camp Oven Cook
15:00
  1. A Beginners Guide to Camp Oven Cooking
    Expo Place 1
    30 mins
    A comprehensive and practical guide for beginners to the world of camp oven cooking. Mick and Nick will take those who are new to the art of outdoor cooking, this session will focus on the essentials— …
    Speakers
    Mick Viller
    Mick Viller - Camp Oven Cook
10:00
  1. Eat, Sleep, Camp Oven, Repeat
    Expo Place 1
    30 mins
    An introduction to the art of camp oven cooking, demonstrating its versatility with three delicious recipes: an entrée (Damper), a hearty main meal, and a delectable dessert. Aimed at beginners, the s …
    Speakers
    Mick Viller
    Mick Viller - Camp Oven Cook
12:30
  1. The Great Damper Cook-Off Challenge
    Expo Place 1
    30 mins
    Get ready for some friendly competition in this interactive and fun-packed session! "The Great Damper Cook-Off Challenge" invites two brave audience members to face off in a friendly cooking challenge …
    Speakers
    Mick Viller
    Mick Viller - Camp Oven Cook
14:30
  1. A Beginners Guide to Camp Oven Cooking
    Expo Place 1
    30 mins
    A comprehensive and practical guide for beginners to the world of camp oven cooking. Mick and Nick will take those who are new to the art of outdoor cooking, this session will focus on the essentials— …
    Speakers
    Mick Viller
    Mick Viller - Camp Oven Cook
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