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26-Day Wilderness Immersion survival training program at The Survival University
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26 DAY WILDERNESS IMMERSION PROGRAM

$3,995.00

Though this is an intensive class, no skills or prerequisites are required to enroll. We will take you from not knowing anything to completing the first half of our legendary 50-Day program with confidence, practical skills, and mental resilience that will carry into every part of your life.

Full payment must be received before the start of the 26-Day class in order to attend. If you are setting up a payment option outside of Affirm, please be aware that class fees must be paid in full before attending.

Contact us first if you intend to set up a payment plan.

Description

Early Bird Special: 26 Day Wilderness Immersion Program

Reserve your spot in the 26 Day Wilderness Immersion Program and receive $300 off tuition plus a TSU Standard Survival Kit valued at $530, which includes the TSU Spirit Survival Knife. Total savings: $830. Your gear kit will be waiting for you on site when you arrive. No shipping required.

Only 10 seats available. Offer ends January 1, 2026. Use code 26DAY2026 at checkout to claim your discount and bonuses.

26-Day Wilderness Immersion Program – Part 1

We are now offering the legendary 50-Day Wilderness Immersion Program in two segments for the very first time. This is Part 1, a 26-day experience that represents the first half of the 50-day journey and must be completed before advancing into Part 2, which will be offered the following year. This is your chance to step into one of the most intense and rewarding outdoor training programs in the country — in a brand new format.

Though this is an intensive class, no skills or prerequisites are required to enroll. We will take you from not knowing anything to completing over 300 hours of field training across multiple disciplines. By the end of this 26-day program, you will be equipped with practical survival skills, navigation confidence, and a nationally recognized Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification.

Full payment must be received before the start of class in order to attend. If you are setting up a payment option outside of Affirm please be aware that class fees must be paid in their entirety before attending.

Contact us first if you intend to set up a payment plan.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The 26-Day Wilderness Immersion Program is the first half of our 50-Day summer immersion. This program is designed for those who cannot commit to the full 50 days but still want an accelerated training experience that combines survival skills, navigation, and wilderness medicine. Participants will live in primitive shelters, build confidence in the outdoors, and complete our core summer courses back-to-back with filler and break days to allow for practice and recovery.

This course is the prerequisite for Part 2 of the 50-Day Immersion, which will be offered the following year. Successful completion of Part 1 is required to move forward into the final 24 days of training.

OBJECTIVES

Over the course of 26 days, you will take part in a structured progression of training that blends survival skills, wilderness medicine, and advanced navigation into one seamless experience. This immersion is designed to build your confidence step by step, moving from foundational skills into more complex and demanding challenges.

You will:

  • Develop core survival skills in firecraft, shelter building, water procurement, and food strategies.

  • Train in wilderness medicine and earn a nationally recognized Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification.

  • Gain both standard and advanced land navigation abilities using map, compass, and terrain association.

  • Strengthen your resilience through advanced survival scenarios that include primitive tools, long-term shelters, and natural resource use.

  • Apply your training during scenario-based days that challenge your decision-making, adaptability, and leadership under pressure.

Strategic rest and practice days are built into the program to reinforce what you’ve learned, give space for recovery, and ensure that skills become second nature.

COURSE OUTCOMES AND DEMONSTRATED SKILLS

By the end of this 26-day program, you will:

  • Earn a Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification, the gold standard for wilderness medicine.

  • Build, maintain, and live in primitive shelters.

  • Start and maintain fire using both modern and primitive methods.

  • Procure and purify water using multiple techniques.

  • Practice food procurement methods including primitive traps and fishing strategies.

  • Identify and use wild plants for food, medicine, and utility.

  • Gain navigation skills with map, compass, and advanced terrain exercises.

  • Demonstrate adaptability, decision-making, and mental resilience under stress.

ENHANCING VALUES DIRECTLY RELATED TO

  • Mental strength and situational awareness

  • Physical endurance and adaptability

  • Crisis management and problem solving

  • Leadership under pressure

  • Emergency preparedness

WHO THIS PROGRAM IS FOR

Whether you are an outdoor professional seeking nationally recognized medical and navigation credentials, or a beginner who wants to build confidence and competency, this program is designed to fast-track your growth. The intensity of back-to-back courses will leave you stronger, more capable, and more resilient in the wilderness.

LOCATION

The program is held on private land near Cripple Creek, Colorado. We have access to over 5,000 acres across two unique and diverse locations, making us one of the largest survival schools in the world. Training takes place at approximately 9,500 feet elevation, and it often takes students a few days to acclimate.

You will be issued a large tarp to create a temporary shelter and will build a primitive shelter during your time with us. Tents and hammocks are not permitted, as we strive to give you a fully authentic learning experience. Fire pits are provided for cooking, along with firewood and a storage bin in our onsite trailer. A porta-potty is also available on site.

ITINERARY

  • This 26-day program is designed as a progressive path that takes you from core survival skills to advanced techniques, while weaving in medical and navigation training. Rather than stand-alone classes, each phase connects into the next, creating one seamless immersion.

    You will move through:

    • Foundations of Survival – Firecraft, shelters, water sourcing, and food fundamentals.

    • Wilderness Medicine – Intensive training that culminates in a nationally recognized Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification.

    • Navigation Mastery – From basic map-and-compass skills to advanced terrain and night navigation.

    • Intermediate Survival Challenges – Extended scenarios that include long-term shelters, advanced firecraft, food procurement, and natural resource use.

    Strategic practice and recovery days are built in, giving you the time to refine skills, internalize techniques, and apply everything in scenario-based training.

CONCURRENT COURSE SCHEDULING

Participants of the 26-Day Wilderness Immersion will join scheduled public courses during the summer. This means other students may attend alongside immersion participants for portions of the training.

LIABILITY DISCLAIMER

Due to the inherent risks of survival training, we make no guarantees of safety. All students are strongly encouraged to seek medical advice and clearance from their physician before attending. Registration for any of our events constitutes acceptance of the Colorado Mountain Man Survival LLC Waiver, which must be signed and returned prior to attendance.

Hunting/Trapping Disclaimer: Colorado Mountain Man Survival LLC complies with all Local, State, and Federal laws and is not a licensed outfitter. We do not conduct trapping, hunting, or fishing during class hours, and students are forbidden from doing so during instruction. Techniques will be taught, but not physically carried out. Students may choose to engage in these activities independently, outside of class, with proper licensing. Colorado Mountain Man Survival LLC accepts no responsibility for students who engage in these activities outside program hours.

FOOD AND WATER

We provide potable water from a local natural spring. Well water may also be available to use for a solar shower for bathing.

All participants are responsible for bringing their own food. We encourage you to bring a cooler, and there will be periodic resupply breaks during the program. To maintain immersion, we ask that participants avoid eating at restaurants and instead bring food back to camp to prepare.

SUPPLIES

There is a Walmart and several hardware stores within a short drive for any forgotten or replacement items. A recommended gear list will be provided prior to class. We also operate a gear store on our website, and we encourage students to support us by purchasing items directly from us.

TRANSPORTATION

Participants are expected to arrive in their own vehicle. If you require transportation to or from the airport or bus station, please contact us to make arrangements.

TUITION

$3,995 per student. Payment plans are available through Affirm at checkout.

REFUND POLICY FOR 26-DAY WILDERNESS IMMERSION

There are no refunds for the 26-Day Wilderness Immersion Program. Leaving the program early constitutes either a forfeiture of funds or you may return to take the remainder of the course the following year. You may also choose to use funds as credit toward other core summer programs. Credits are valid for 3 years.

PAYMENT PLANS

Contact us if you wish to set up a payment plan directly. Payment plans require a $1,000 down payment with monthly installments on the remaining balance. Payment must be made in full before attending. Down payments and installments are non-refundable. See refund policy above.

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