EJ Snyder

EJ Snyder is a survival expert, adventurer, motivational speaker, and retired U.S. Army combat veteran. He is best known for his appearances on the Discovery Channel reality television shows Naked and Afraid and Naked and Afraid XL.

Snyder served 25 years in the U.S. Army, including tours in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Kuwait. He retired as a Sergeant Major. His military experience includes expertise in survival skills, combat tracking, and leadership.

Following his military career, Snyder transitioned to television, sharing his survival knowledge with a wider audience. His appearances on Naked and Afraid involved being placed in remote, challenging environments with limited resources. He has participated in multiple Naked and Afraid challenges, often exceeding the standard 21-day duration.

In addition to his television work, Snyder offers survival training courses and speaks at events, sharing his insights on resilience, teamwork, and overcoming adversity. He is the author of Prepare for Anything: A Survival Manual. He often speaks on the importance of preparedness and self-reliance.