Survival

Join one of the schools below to learn wilderness survival skills. We have schools across the state and throughout seasons that teach valuable survival skills. Use the table of contents to the right to explore the different regions that offer classes, and be sure to explore our most current course catalog to see what classes and course are being offered right now. 

Colorado Mountain Club Course Catalog

BOULDER

Boulder Risk Management School: The goal of the Boulder Risk Management School (BRMS) is to provide resources and training on Risk Management and Incident Management to Boulder Group trip leaders as well as to anyone else across the club who has an interest.

• Provide training (in-person or on-line) via a two-part course covering the basic principles of Risk Management and Incident Management as they apply to trip leaders.
  • Introduction to Risk Management Part 1 - An Overview or Risk Management and a Practical Risk Management Framework for Trip Leaders
  • Introduction to Risk Management Part 2 - An Overview of PSAR and the CMC's Incident Management System
• Provide hands-on scenario-based training for Incident Management.
• Provide on-going training on specific topics dealing with RIsk Management and Incident Management through seminars and clinics. 

DENVER

Backcountry Incident Management School: The goal of BIMS is to provide a realistic hands-on Backcountry Incident Management experience, intended to minimize any unintended consequences of a medical or other backcountry emergency by employing more effective skills and techniques.

Objectives 

• Students to practice basic skills and techniques with the goal to observe and personally determine what tends to work under adverse conditions… and what tends not to.
• Students to experience and become more comfortable with the end-to-end incident management process.

For more information contact the school director, Wayne Howell at waynehow59@gmail.com Refer to “BIMS School” in the subject line.

Winter Camping School: Winter Camping School concentrates on the fundamental understanding, equipment and techniques to keep warm in cold environment on an overnight stay. Skills learned are applicable for anyone who plans to spend time in the winter wilderness. It provides solid foundation that can be expanded to camping over timberline.

Objectives

• Understand and manage cold-weather challenges
  • Learn how cold affects the body, mechanisms of heat loss, and practical strategies to stay warm and healthy in winter conditions.
• Select and use appropriate winter gear
  • Gain hands-on experience with clothing systems, camping equipment, stoves, and techniques for extending the use of existing gear in colder temperatures.
• Develop winter camping and travel skills
  • Practice campsite selection and organization, cooking and nutrition strategies, and efficient travel methods such as using sleds.
• Build confidence and community in winter environments
  • Apply new skills in a supportive, non-competitive setting while connecting with fellow adventurers and expanding your year-round outdoor potential.

For more information contact the school director, Kimberly Thornberry at kimthornberry@gmail.com Refer to “Winter Camping School” in the subject line.