Discover Our Mission, Core Values, Read Some Reviews and Find Out Who We Are
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 a heartfelt endeavor to give back to those who’ve served our nation, Arcturus Primitive Skills Institute has embarked on a mission to help empower U.S. veterans. Through our meaningful partnership with various veterans groups such as GOT YOUR SIX VETERANS-ROSCOMMON CHAPTER and groups like VETERANS RISING, Arcturus Primitive Skills Institute is proud to help make a lasting impact on the lives of U.S. veterans. Annually we offer tremendous discounts and provide opportunities for people to host veterans so they can attend a weekend course. Our next veteran’s weekend will be June 28-30. If you wish to host a veteran, please contact me. We are also accepting food donations for this weekend. By combining our efforts, passion, resources, and shared commitment to veterans’ well-being, we’ve created a powerful synergy that not only supports veterans but also strengthens our communities and nation as a whole. As we continue on this journey, we remain dedicated to empowering veterans through these organizations, and ensuring that our veterans receive the respect and opportunities they rightfully deserve. At Arcturus Primitive Skills Institute we love our veterans as well as law enforcement officers, corrrections officers, fire fighters, EMTs, and others from all walks of life who seek to make our world a better place.
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. Great refresher to keep the mind primed. Highly recommend it for beginners and anyone who wants to stay sharp on your skills. Shana Ouf