Will VanDyke
Will is in his second summer with primitive pursuits. He loves birding, backpacking, kayaking, and being outside and feels lucky to get to spend my time outside of school in the woods with such amazing campers and fellow staff
Paul Rides Again!
Paul Sutera is in the midst of his 3,400-mile ride in support of nature connection for kids and in honor of Ava Jane Howerton! Follow his progress.
Alexandra Walls
Field Instructor
Alexandra loves to share her love of fungi, mosses, and edible plants
Peter Jesch
Field Instructor
Peter is an Eagle Scout and alumnus of the Primitive Pursuits Homeschool Program. He is passionate about teaching and sharing his primitive skills and knowledge.
Jed Jordan
Founding Director
Aspiring tracker, devoted farmer, and fearless wrangler of details