Our Mission
At our survival school, our mission is to empower individuals with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to thrive in any outdoor environment. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive and hands-on training that instills a deep respect for nature, fosters self-reliance, and promotes resilience in the face of adversity. Our goal is to inspire a lifelong passion for exploration, survival, and preparedness, ensuring that our students are equipped to overcome any challenge they may encounter in the wild. We at APSI feel that in the years to come, these skills will be invaluable. We strive for the good of humanity and try to make our world a better place. We also aim to provide you with the right gear and supplies to help you survive in a wild world.
Extraordinary Experiences
Prepare to learn a lot, and prepare to have fun!
What is it like at APSI? Think of it like camping while learning survival skills. Our day starts in the morning with coffee and breakfast. We then go into lecture and a lot of hands on learning. We break for lunch around noon, and afterwards get into more classroom time and “dirt time.” In the evening, we break for dinner. After dinner we see how we are feeling. We might have more class, or you can practice the skills you have learned. Eventually we end up around the campfire and tell very interesting stories (think Bigfoot). At this point feel free to stay up and be a participant in our Podcast. Or just hang out. You are also free to turn in for the evening and return to your tent, hammock, or even your hotel room in town.
Our Core Values
At APSI, we strive for the good of humanity and try to make our world a better place. Our core values include the following:
- Integrity
- Honesty
- Professionalism
- Community
- Altruism
In 2025, Arcturus Primitive Skills Institute was invited to train the U.S. Army National Guard in Michigan.
At Arcturus Primitive Skills Institute, our mission is to equip individuals with the survival skills, mental resilience, and practical preparedness needed to thrive in an increasingly unpredictable world. We believe that self-reliance is no longer optional—it is essential. As societal systems grow more fragile and emergencies more frequent, we train students to meet adversity with confidence, clarity, and capability.
Our courses are designed to forge strength through experience. Whether you’re a veteran, first responder, church leader, or everyday citizen seeking readiness, we provide hands-on instruction that reconnects you with the land, sharpens your instincts, and prepares you to lead under pressure. We honor those who serve and empower those who step forward.
Through partnerships with veterans groups, churches, state agencies, and community organizations, we extend our reach to those who protect, heal, and uplift others. Every student who trains with us becomes part of a growing network of prepared, principled individuals committed to service, stewardship, and survival.
We teach not just skills—but mindset, mission, and meaning. Come on out to our camp, and join the growing APSI family.
We have worked with the following organizations:
Checkout some of my 5-Star Reviews:
My girlfriend and I did the survival 101 weekend. We had a great time. Art was a wealth of knowledge and we felt empowered leaving with a new set of skills. Domenico Consiglio
Took the knot and fire class with a group of fellow veterans. Highly recommend it! Shana Ouf