Our Team
tony peniche
Meet Tony Peniche, a trailblazer whose passion for the great outdoors and boundless curiosity has led him to establish the PNW Survival Games – an event that stands at the crossroads of adventure and innovation. While Tony boasts an impressive career as an award-winning fashion designer, high fashion photographer, inventor, and serial entrepreneur, his true essence finds its roots in the untamed beauty of nature.
Tony's adventurous spirit has guided him to explore the far reaches of the globe, where he's fearlessly taken on the challenges of hunting alligators, iguanas, wild boar, ducks, snakes, and an array of captivating creatures. Through these journeys, he's developed an unwavering reverence for the natural world and an acute awareness of the delicate harmony between human interaction and the wilderness.
Guided by his belief in embracing the great outdoors, the PNW Survival Games has become a transformative experience that seamlessly fuses his love for adventure with his branding and marketing acumen. This event is a testament to Tony's unwavering commitment to inspiring others to step beyond their comfort zones, confront nature's challenges head-on, and unearth their latent potential.
Join Tony in celebrating the convergence of daring exploration and creative thought as he invites you to the PNW Survival Games – a testament to his unwavering belief in the power of community, nature, and personal growth.
phil robinson
Phil Robinson is an operations professional and the co-founder of the PNW Survival Games, a unique blend of adventure and education. Based in the heart of Portland, Oregon, Phil's journey has been driven by an enduring passion for the outdoors and the timeless art of wilderness survival.
Growing up amidst the lush forests of the Pacific Northwest, Phil discovered a world of exploration and experimentation right at his doorstep. His early experiences in the wilderness ignited a lifelong fascination with the natural world and the skills needed to thrive in it.
Phil's wellspring of inspiration draws from sources as diverse as the movies "Swiss Family Robinson" and "The Edge," along with classic TV shows like the "A-Team" and "MacGyver." He's even unearthed wisdom in the weathered pages of his father's books, notably "How to Survive in the Wilderness."
Rooted in a profound belief in self-reliance, a thirst for adventure, and a commitment to community, Phil's quest for knowledge and novel experiences is ceaseless. He finds unbridled joy in both learning and passing on his wisdom to others, embodying the belief that true growth comes from sharing knowledge.
Phil's vision is to build a thriving community of like-minded individuals who share a profound interest in reclaiming the forgotten arts of survival techniques. He understands that not everyone has the experience or resources to embark on this journey alone. With his leadership, the PNW Survival Games aim to bridge this gap, fostering a community where everyone can discover their inner survivor, together.
Survival Instructors
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Biko Wright
Alone - Season 8
With the heart of a mountain Viking and the soul of a skald, Biko is most at home in the wild. He is not only an expert outdoorsman and survivalist, but also an accomplished musician, singer, and runner-up on season 8 of History Channels Alone series.
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Peter Michael Bauer
Rewild Portland
Peter Bauer, with 25 years of experience as an anthropologist, historian, and bushcraft instructor, champions non-traditional education. He authored "Rewild or Die" and is the founder and director of Rewild Portland, shaping a distinct path in the wilderness.
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Sharon Ross
Afrovivalist
Sharon Ross is a seasoned survival expert with a journey that has molded her into an outstanding instructor in the realms of bushcraft and survival. Sharon's upbringing in idyllic Southern Oregon laid the foundation for her lifelong connection with the great outdoors.
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Dana Anderson
Wild Mountain Man Dan
From an early age, Dana's heart belonged to the wilderness. His hunger for knowledge led him down unconventional paths, focusing on arrowheads and the lore of mountain men. It's been over six decades since those early days, and Dana's spirit remains as wild as ever.