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Why Modern Comforts Make Us Weak
The government shutdown and SNAP crisis reveal how fragile modern life really is. Comfort kills, but awareness builds resilience and real security.
Lightning, Hunting, and the Harsh Lessons of the Mountains
When two hunters in Colorado, Andrew Porter and Ian Stasko, recently lost their lives during a lightning storm, it shook the hunting community. If you don’t know their story, they were archery elk hunting together in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado when they went missing. Search and Rescue teams spent days combing the rugged terrain after their GPS device stopped transmitting. Eventually their bodies were found, with signs of burn damage and melted clothing that pointed to a strike.
What Nash Quinn’s Disappearance Teaches Us About Being Ready for the Backcountry
Nash Quinn vanished on a routine ride near Laramie. His story is a powerful reminder of why preparation, communication, and humility in the outdoors matter more than we think.
Urban Survival in 2025 Wilderness Skills for the Concrete Jungle
Urban Survival in 2025: Adapting Wilderness Skills to City Environments
What happens when the grid goes down in Denver? Here’s how wilderness survival skills, straight from the mountains, can save you in the concrete jungle.
Forged in the Wild: 50 Days That Transform Lives
Join a 50-day wilderness immersion in Colorado. Forge survival skills, mental grit, and a new you at The Survival University’s epic training ground.
Navigation Unleashed: Maps, Compasses, and Wild Adventure
Master navigation with maps and compasses. Explore orienteering, topo skills, and wilderness know-how in this ultimate guide.
Recommended Gear List For Courses
Colorado is a cold weather climate most of the year and with our survival school at 9400 feet, it can get frigid at night, even…
Survival Training Near Me: Why the Best Might Be Worth the Trip
Discover why the best survival training might mean leaving the city. Explore The Survival University’s 4000+ acres and 20+ expert instructors!
Flint Knapping for Beginners: My Hilarious Failures & How to Do It Right
Flint knapping sounds easy—until you try it. Here’s my journey of frustration, flying shards, and why some people (but not me) make it look effortless.
How to Tie The Double Half-Hitch Knot
Master the double half-hitch knot with our quick, step-by-step guide and expert tips for secure, efficient knot tying.
What to Do When You Encounter a Wolf in the Wild
Wolves are neither villains nor heroes—they’re survivors. Explore their role in nature, the myths that surround them, and what we can learn from their resilience.
Beyond the Flick: Fire-Starting Hacks for Broken, Empty, and Wet Lighters
Learn how to start a fire with a lighter even if it’s broken, empty, or wet. Master fire-starting techniques and build confidence in real-world survival situations.