About Us

About THE
SURVIVAL UNIVERSITY! 

Located in the mountains of Colorado, TSU offers an expansive wilderness based campus for outdoor education and survival skills training including urban, modern and primitive techniques. Our instructors are a team of professionals who are some of the best in their field. We provide training in wilderness survival, wilderness medicine, bushcraft and emergency preparedness. We offer specialty courses like land navigation, wild foraging, animal tracking, hunting and butchering. 

From local adventures like backcountry backpacking to our global events including tropical survival in Costa Rica, we are a school dedicated to enriching the lives of our students through excellent instruction in a safe and welcoming environment. We offer group programs for youth and adults and offer private training for those wanting to advance their skills independently. 

Our 50-day Advanced Woodsman/Woodswoman Course offers a full-immersion program for those wanting to advance their skills or are considering a role in the outdoor industry. From corporate retreats and executive leadership workshops to family friendly programs that encourage our next generation to learn these important life skills, The Survival University welcomes you.

 

How it all started! 

 

The Survival University was forged in the fire of survival, founded in 2015 by Colorado Mountain Man Survival LLC. The journey began in 2010 when Jason Marsteiner created Colorado Mountain Man Survival as a part-time consulting service to help people build survival kits for their homes and vehicles. He taught them how to use all of the items in the kits, and demand for his expertise grew with each passing day.

By 2015, Jason had become a full-time survival instructor, taking people out into the woods to teach them the ways of survival beyond the confines of their urban lives. But with the company growing at an exponential rate, Jason knew he needed help. Thus, The Survival University was born as an umbrella company to allow instructors with their own brand names to come to Colorado and teach without losing their anonymity.

However, the thirst for survival knowledge continued to grow, with people seeking skills beyond Jason's expertise. So, he hit the road, scouring the United States for the top experts in fields such as wilderness medicine, advanced plant medicine, mushroom foraging, tactical tracking, advanced land navigation, and more,  to bring them to Colorado as guest instructors.

Despite the influx of talented guest instructors, the demand for survival knowledge never slowed down. In 2018, Jason answered the call by creating the 50 Day Advanced Woodsman Program to train additional people to become resident instructors. The program was a massive success, and since then, multiple instructors have been trained, and the company has expanded its offerings.

 

In 2019, The Survival University spread its wings even further, running excursions in Costa Rica with local guides to that beautiful country. The success continued to roll in, and in 2022, a 50 Day Advanced Woodsman graduate, the owner of Wildkind Academy, passed the class, leading to the creation of a partner school in the PNW near Olympia, Washington.

The Survival University continues to seek out well-seasoned expert instructors to join their team as guest and resident instructors. The goal is to have multiple satellite or partner schools around the country, if not the world, to provide top-notch training for their students. They take quality control with their instructors seriously and continue to hone their techniques to ensure that their students and clients receive the best training possible.

With years of experience and an unbridled passion for teaching, The Survival University is committed to helping people become better prepared for anything that comes their way. Whether it's surviving a natural disaster or navigating the wild, they're dedicated to equipping their students with the skills and knowledge necessary to survive and thrive in any situation.

Premier Survival Training from Colorado's Best Instructors

Hold on to your hats, adventure seekers! Colorado attracts tens of millions of tourists every year, and while it's a destination like no other, its harsh and unpredictable climate can be a real challenge for those unfamiliar with it. But fear not, because we're here to help!

At our outdoor survival school, we cater to everyone, from novice explorers to seasoned outdoor enthusiasts. Our mission is simple: to make sure you feel comfortable and safe in the great outdoors, no matter where your adventures take you.

Whether you're exploring the stunning wilderness of Colorado or venturing into uncharted territory in your own neck of the woods, we've got you covered. Our classes are designed to teach you everything you need to know to make it through any situation, no matter how tough.

So, come on down and let us show you the ropes. From mastering basic outdoor skills to advanced survival techniques, we'll help you become a pro in no time. And who knows? You might even discover a new passion for the great outdoors that will stay with you for a lifetime. So, what are you waiting for? Sign up for our classes and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!

Get ready for the ultimate survival experience! The Survival University is now open, boasting over 3000 acres of private land in the heart of the breathtaking Colorado mountains. Our camp is just an hour's drive west of Colorado Springs, offering the perfect balance of remote wilderness and modern convenience.

At an elevation of approximately 9400 feet, you'll find yourself immersed in awe-inspiring mountainous terrain, surrounded by stunning pine and aspen forests, and open meadows and rolling hills that will take your breath away. And if you're up for a challenge, Pikes Peak, standing tall at 14,110 feet, is just a short 30-minute drive away.

But that's not all. We have a partner school in Washington State and offer thrilling adventure trips in the beautiful land of Costa Rica. So, whether you want to test your survival skills in the rugged wilderness of Colorado or explore the exotic jungles of Central America, we've got you covered.

And when you're not busy mastering the art of survival, you can unwind and recharge by fishing, swimming, rafting, or simply enjoying the pristine waters of the Rocky Mountains. With Colorado's diverse climate, we'll challenge you in every way possible and help you hone your skills in the harshest conditions. So, are you ready to join us at The Survival University and become a true survivor?

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