Founder & Head Instructor

BeFoundAlive.com is a Survival/Self Reliance company based in the inter-mountain west, specializing in outdoor survival, primitive technology and emergency preparedness. The focus of all BeFoundAlive.com courses is to provide hands-on training in practical skills and safety techniques. Our courses emphasize direct experience with the valuable skills you need to take care of yourself in the wilderness, natural or urban.

Zak Baker, founded BeFoundAlive.com in 2003, out of an insatiable love of the great outdoors, primitive cultures and self reliance. This love was kindled at an early age by his Grandparents, who were themselves a product of the Great Depression. Zak would spend year upon year learning about local natives, searching for arrowheads and seeking out wild edibles, more importantly, he learned self reliance, integrity and a love of solitude from his Grandfather. This "dirt-time" set the course for a lifetime of learning and exploration.

Out of this experience BeFoundAlive.com was born, an instructional and consulting firm for Government personnel, educators, students, hunters, backpackers, executives, outdoor leaders, and others interested in mastering the skills of survival and  self reliance. 

Z. Baker can be contacted at: Z@BeFoundAlive.com  

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