Journey back in time to a place that escapes the noise and pressures of the modern world ...

Arizona has more geographical diversity, in the closest drive time, of any place in North or South America. Traveling from the city of Phoenix to the town of Flagstaff is equivalent to driving from Mexico to Canada--all in under 3 hours!

Our state is home to ten life zones, three geographical provinces and all four North American deserts providing you with the ultimate in outdoor training potential.



Established in 1991 in Prescott, Arizona, ALSS is Northern Arizona’s premiere outdoor survival, primitive living skills, and urban preparedness school. Whether you crave Sonoran desert with towering saguaro cactus or lush mountain forests of aspen, fir and spruce, we have the adventure to satisfy your needs!