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Learn more about who we are and our mission on our About page.
We’ve selected a handful of our courses so you can browse by experience level and interest, making it easier to decide where to begin. We know we offer a lot. That’s what makes us different from other schools. We do more than teach survival. We’re a one-stop shop for outdoor education, from camping and navigation to plant medicine, wilderness medicine, and tactical training.
beginner courses
For those who are new to the outdoors and want to build real skills, confidence, and comfort in nature. These beginner-friendly courses teach practical outdoor training from camping and firecraft to navigation and wilderness first aid, helping you gain experience and self-reliance in the wild.
Before class, check out our Colorado Campus Driving Instructions.
Plants, Medicine & Ethnobotany
For people who want to explore plant medicine, wild foraging, and the deep ancestral connection between humans and the natural world. Learn how to identify, harvest, and use plants for food, medicine, and practical tools while reconnecting with the wisdom of nature.
Rescue, Navigation, Medical, Tactical Training
For people who want realistic, hands-on training that builds leadership, confidence, and readiness in both wilderness and urban environments.
Looking for a custom training event for your team or company? Explore our Corporate and Team Building Programs.
Wilderness Immersion Programs
For those ready to strip life back to its roots and live fully immersed in the wild. These extended wilderness training programs challenge you to rebuild strength, leadership, and resilience through advanced survival instruction, primitive living, and deep self-reliance in the Colorado backcountry. Each course is designed to push limits, cultivate community, and reconnect you with what it truly means to live free and capable in nature.
Hunting & Fieldcraft
For people who want to reconnect with nature through hunting, tracking, and developing practical outdoor and wilderness skills.
Nature Connection & Retreats
For people seeking connection, balance, and meaningful time outdoors in community—combining wilderness skills, nature immersion, and personal renewal.
ADVENTURE
Explore the wild through adventure-based experiences that combine hiking, wilderness travel, and practical survival skills. Learn by moving through the land, facing real conditions, and discovering confidence through challenge and exploration.
Want to learn more before signing up? Read stories, survival insights, and field tips on our Survival Blog.
THE COURSES ABOVE ARE JUST THE BEGINNING. WE’RE MORE THAN A SURVIVAL SCHOOL — WE TEACH CONNECTION, AWARENESS, AND REAL-WORLD SKILLS THAT REDEFINE HOW YOU LIVE WITH NATURE.
At The Survival University, we believe learning to reconnect with nature is about more than just surviving—it’s about rediscovering what it means to be human. The courses listed above are only a starting point, designed to help you find your direction. We offer a wide range of programs that go beyond traditional survival training, blending practical outdoor skills with a holistic approach to education. From ethnobotany and wilderness medicine to navigation and primitive living, our goal is to help you build confidence, awareness, and resilience in any environment.
BUILD REAL SKILLS AND CONFIDENCE IN THE WILD
THESE COURSES ARE JUST THE START — EXPERIENCE COLORADO’S PREMIER OUTDOOR EDUCATION AND SURVIVAL TRAINING WHILE GAINING A DEEPER CONNECTION TO THE LAND.
The Survival University is Colorado’s leading outdoor training school, offering hands-on wilderness education for every skill level. Our programs combine real-world survival training, navigation, plant medicine, and backcountry adventure to build confidence and awareness in nature. Whether you’re preparing for wilderness expeditions, professional outdoor work, or simply want to become more capable in the wild, our Colorado-based courses deliver authentic, field-tested instruction led by experienced educators.
Get Our Free Adventure Checklist
The Survival University wants you to experience wild places with confidence and being prepared and having the right gear is a priority. Our Adventure Checklist has foundational guidelines and a recommended gear list that you can build on for any adventure. Fill out the form to get yours today!
By downloading our Adventure Checklist, you'll not only prepare for your next journey, but you'll also join our community and receive course offerings, promotions, and pro-survival tips via email!