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Explore with Confidence

Experienced & Reliable Survival Training for everyone

ABOUT SUNDOG

Providing Excellence in Self-Reliance

From families new to the outdoors to seasoned hikers and backpackers, Sundog Self Reliance offers classroom and field-based survival training. Our courses focus on practical, real-world skills you can actually use. 

With 10+ years of experience as a SERE Specialist in the United States Air Force, Sundog Self Reliance brings professional-level instruction into an accessible, supportive learning environment.

 

It’s all about keeping you and the people around you safe. Practical survival skills for real people, real adventures, and real life in Alaska.

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What We Stand For

Top-notch,

personalized

instruction

Awareness

of your

environment

Mental

fortitude and

preparedness

Making sure

everyone gets

home safely

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Being self-reliant isn’t about being fearless. it’s about being prepared. Our training helps you understand

your environment, make smart decisions, and stay calm when things don’t go as planned.

You are capable. We help you build the skills

to prove it to yourself.

We Treat Every Client Like Family

"As a single mom, I wanted to feel confident taking my kids on hikes. Now I feel like we can enjoy the outdoors safely, and my kids had a blast learning too! We are looking forward to doing another course for winter!"

"I’ve backpacked across the lower 48, but am new to Alaska. Dustin was awesome - the way teaches felt so personalized, and he answered literally every question I had. I left the course feeling prepared, confident, and excited to explore!"

“Our whole family loved this course! Dustin kept it fun but practical, and even our teenagers were engaged the entire time. We feel like we have a real plan for emergencies, and it was a great bonding experience.”

“Came to Anchorage with the military, and I wanted to learn skills specific to the area. Dustin’s knowledge is incredible, and he teaches without making you feel intimidated. I feel better about staying safe outdoors and in the city.”

"THE MORE YOU KNOW, THE LESS YOU FEAR."

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