Brad Rickard & John Deer

Founders of the non-profit organization Beanz n' Rice

In March 2007 Brad Rickard and John Deer of Melbourne Australia began a 13-month trek across South America as volunteers for wildlife and environmental organizations located deep in the Amazon. Their self-funded adventure helped educate the world about the Amazon while delivering art supplies and teaching environmental education to the hundreds of children involved in the Andira Rain Tee project. We are honored to have their generous dedication, support, and friendship.