learn to survive the wild
Learn to not only survive extreme situations, but thrive in them. As expert survivalists Matt and Brooke Wright have a lifetime of dedication to the art of survival. Teaching survival and living it, Matt and Brooke have been featured multiple times on Discovery Channel's hit survival show NAKED AND AFRAID. Coined Mr. and Mrs. Savage, they've proven their ability to thrive.
With this combination of worldwide wilderness bushcraft and special operations training
you will learn all the skills necessary to be prepared.
learn the basics to advanced survival and feel more confident wherever your next adventure takes you.
Location: Varies. We are based out of Colorado and southwest Florida,
but can travel for group classes or private team building events.
please Email us fOR details and scheduling availability.
Learn fire, shelter, water purification and plant identification. Master primitive weapons and hunting.You will make and bring home a variety of primitive weapons such as the rock sling, atlatl, traps, snares and tools. Students will forage for food that include unique primitive meals that will be cooked and prepared by the students in the field. Feel comfortable in the wilderness and learn to not only survive, but thrive!
Our Colorado location is just outside of Denver. Stay the night in your own handmade palace on the mountain. Due to various fire bans throughout the year, our class locations will change to best suit the class. We also offer classes in southwest Florida through the spring and early summer months. Each class is set up to maximize your ability and level of experience. You will gain a lifetime of useful knowledge and appreciation for the wild.
events
SAVAGE 3 Day 'XL Challenge'
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When: Friday, May 31 - Sunday, June 2, 2024
Cost: $600 per person
*Training group size is limited!*
Event Description
Imagine yourself dropped into an unfamiliar environment - can you survive by accomplishing the core basics to set yourself up for survival success? If you've ever wondered what it would feel like to be inserted into a remote challenge and have to survive, that time is now!
Get a taste of what it takes and how to live like a SAVAGE as you have witnessed through the years watching our adventures. Learn to master various techniques and survival knowledge from the SAVAGE himself, Matt Wright and his wild Savage of a wife, Brooke Wright. These 3 days will be an intense survival challenge introducing a unique experience similar to a Naked and Afraid XL challenge (clothed and possibly still afraid).
We will be there every step of the way to teach you the fundamentals, all while in a small group setting style as you would on a NAA XL challenge. You will be tested to focus on building a solid shelter, various fire making methods and techniques, learn water purification safety, plant/edible identification, navigation, archery, primitive hunting, the atlatl, field processing/cooking wild game and primitive fishing. You will have to hunt, forge and fish for your food and there is no better time to unleash your savage side.
This training breaks down all the core essentials to tackle an authentic survival experience. You'll be guaranteed to leave this challenge feeling more confident and comfortable in any wilderness setting.
After 3 days you will emerge with the ultimate appreciation of your newly acquired skills and just what it takes to try to thrive in the wild.
Details:
Duration: 3 days/2 nights (arrive Friday morning by 9am for "insertion" and "extraction" Sunday departure around 4pm)
Where: Our Private Property in Southwest Arcadia, FL
(20 min from Punta Gorda airport, 1 hour from Fort Myers, 1.15 Sarasota, 1.40 Tampa airports)
- Friction Fire Friday & Shelter Build Off - This training kicks off in the morning and dives into a fun competition with multiple winners to gain assets for the remainder of the weekend. No need to bring a tent, you will build the shelter (rain cover and bug nets will be available). With hands-on instruction, you will test yourself in a friendly competition to become a fire master.
- SAVAGE Saturday - Unleash the beast! After your first night in the "jungle" you will now learn what it takes to thrive. This day's focus is on food, find it and hunt it. Learn archery, the primitive atlatl as well as tracking and animal field processing. As you've seen on the many years of our own survival, we don't like to go hungry. So this day is dedicated to mastering how to feed your hunger. You will also fish and trap in the creek. If all works out, you'll have a Savage feast by sunset. Finish off the evening around a creek side camp fire with SAVAGE storytelling and if you're successful in sourcing food, a meal to be proud of!
- Step Up Sunday - It's one thing to just survive, it's another to elevate your survival to thrive. At this point you will have learned and demonstrated the essential skills, but a true Savage does more than the bare minimum. This day is using those skills and your creativity to turn your survival location into a true work of art. Maybe you want to build a mailbox or even a bridge, each survivalist is encouraged to go beyond just surviving and showcase what you can create pushing yourself to the next level. Navigate your way to extraction and enjoy a home cooked Savage meal in honor of your accomplishments and a coveted gift you will be proud of. Camp break down and check-out around 4pm.
Included in the Experience:
A hydration station will be available. Food is where you find it! Working together, teams will have to build one solid shelter, start and maintain a fire, forage and discover potential food sources. A SAVAGE rarely misses an opportunity to score a meal and your mission is to secure a food source for you and your team.
- Safety, first aid kit and necessities like bug net, rain tarps, sunscreen and bug spray will be available at all times.
- Exclusive Savage Survival T-shirt & commemorative gift
- Basic outhouse, creek, pond and artisan shower onsite; towels provided
- Matt and Brooke will be with you throughout the experience
- Opportunity to see various wildlife
- Pictures, video and drone footage will be captured and shared for all participants to enjoy
- Unforgettable memories and unique training opportunity
What to bring for your survival experience:
We don't want you to be Naked or Afraid so please bring clothes! Because this is geared for a true taste of survival, minimal packing is suggested. Like a Naked&Afraid challenge, you will be given a few essential survival items when you arrive.
- Bring your own knife, multi-tool pocket knife or hatchet for various activities. We will also have some knives available to sign out for use if you prefer to not travel with them.
- Suggest breathable clothing, shorts, water appropriate clothing/shoes, long shirts and pants, rain/light jacket, comfortable shoes, polarized sunglasses, hat (please dress for high temps and potential for rain)
- Flashlight or headlamp
- Refillable water bottle; electrolytes are recommended - and will be available
- Portable charging battery pack (phone or other devices)
FAQ's
What if I'm a novice or inexperienced?
We love teaching students of all ages, skills and various backgrounds! You don't need to have any significant experience for this event, other than the the willingness to embrace the outdoors and learn. So if it’s your first time in a survival setting or learning survival skills, we are happy to help you create those unforgettable moments during this experience and make you feel confidently empowered in the wild.
What if I can’t attend all three days, can I still sign up for one or two of those days?
Yes! We we can work you into the training. Email us [email protected] or call/text 720-313-0283 for reduced pricing if you’re interested in this option.
I'm flying in from out of town. What about Transportation?
The nearest airport is Punta Gorda 20 mins away, 1 hour from Fort Myers, 1.15 Sarasota and 1.40 Tampa airports. All travel is on your own. It’s recommended to either rent a car or Uber or Lyft a ride.
*We also accept a partial deposit to hold your spot. Contact us at [email protected] or call/text 720-313-0283 for details.*
*Military/Veteran and First Responder discount is available. Please contact us for discount code prior to signing up.*
March 2024 Savage Survival Weekend
Sold out
Location: Southwest Arcadia, FL
When: Friday, March 22 - Sunday 24, 2024
Cost: $750 per person, $375 youth under 15
During this survival experience, we will teach you many invaluable survival skills like how to master primitive friction fire, traps, animal tracking/trapping, hunting techniques with archery and atlatl lessons. Learn how to prepare and cook wild game and also enjoy various game feasts, this and more all in one extended extra Savage weekend!
Details about our Savage Survival Weekend:
Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
Where: Our Private Property in Southwest Arcadia, FL
(20 min from Punta Gorda airport, 1 hour from Fort Myers, 1.15 Sarasota, 1.40 Tampa airports)
Event Description
Have you ever wanted to learn survival skills from experts Matt and Brooke Wright? This is an excellent opportunity for all ages and skill levels. Our goal is to help you learn in a primitive wilderness setting to elevate your confidence in any situation to become your own Savage Warrior. You will learn every aspect on what it takes to not only survive but thrive. At our Savage country you are likely to see resident Florida wildlife and also the opportunity to potentially forage or harvest your own food for our Friday feast. It doesn’t matter if you’re a novice or have years of outdoor experience, we have a spot for you to come join us at our Savage weekend in southwest Florida. You won't be naked, you might be afraid but the best adventure comes by stepping out of your comfort zone and into the wild.
Activities will include:
Outdoor safety, shelter selection/building, friction fire starting and fire building, wilderness navigation (map reading, compass use), wildlife track identification and tracking, plant identification (basic edible and medicinal plants), water sourcing and purification, knife use & safety, primitive traps, cordage and weaving (making rope, knot tying), primitive fishing, traditional archery and atlatl target practice with a fun tournament.
- Participants have the option to tent or hammock camp, RV’s/campers are welcome. If you're feeling adventurous, you can build and sleep in your own primitive shelter.
- Early Bird arrivals on Thursday late afternoon/evening are available for camp set up, no extra charge.
- Mastering Survival Friday - this is the day to learn the basics all the way up to advanced core survival skills. We'll kick this off with morning arrival check-in, meet-and-greet, overview and safety briefing, knife use, shelter basics and campsite selection, wildlife track identification and tracking, plant identification (basic edible and medicinal plants), friction fire, cooking instruction for participant prepped game dinner. This day will also include primitive fishing instruction followed by a fun fishing tournament with prizes! Bonfire social to end the evening.
- Warrior Spirit Saturday - Find out what it means to embrace your inner warrior spirit. The day will begin with breakfast, followed by learning to master primitive traps, cordage and weaving (making rope, knot tying). Put yourself to the test with a wilderness skills challenge with map reading and compass use. You will head into the wild with us to better display the core survival techniques you've learned. At the end of this, you will become a Warrior and there may even be some fun survival treasures along the way.
*Ultimate Beast Feast - a dinner curated in the most savory Savage way you would expect and know us best. This is no normal meal, this will be the most wild feast you'll be talking about for years. Other non-game options will also be provided for the less adventurous pallets. Followed by a bonfire, smores and storytelling.
*Special guest and Naked & Afraid Legend, Steven Lee Hall, Jr. aka "King of The Forest" will be joining us for an epic weekend!
- Savage Sunday - Put your skills to the test and unleash your Savage side. Even challenge the Savage himself! The day will begin with a hot breakfast, archery and atlatl instruction, hunting strategies, culminating with an action packed tournament/shootout on our 3D animal course with special prizes for everyone and ultimate bragging rights. Snack break and camp break down, check-out by 3pm.
Included in the Experience:
3 days/2 nights on our Savage Ranch with beverages and meals included; you may bring your own alternatives to suit your dietary needs and back up provisions
- Basic outhouse and shower onsite; towels provided
- Savage mystery gift
- Instruction on various survival skills, use of all equipment, wild game and fish processing, game cooking instruction, traditional archery and atlatl lessons
- Unforgettable epic lifetime experience!
- What to bring for your survival experience: We don't want you to be Naked or Afraid so please bring clothes! We recommend bringing a knife, multi-tool pocket knife or hatchet for various activities. We will also have some knives and various tools available for everyone’s use if you prefer to not travel with those items.
- Breathable clothing, shorts, long shirts and pants, rain/light jacket, comfortable shoes, polarized sunglasses, hat (please dress for the season)
- Tent or hammock. If you plan to build your own primitive shelter to sleep in, you may want to bring your own mosquito net or tarp (one may be available and provided to you)
- Bug spray and sunscreen
- Camp chair
- Flashlight or headlamp
- Refillable water bottle
- *Battery/Power bank for your devices
*If you are bringing a camper or RV, please note we do not have power or water hook ups.
FAQ's
What if I'm a novice or inexperienced?
We love teaching students of all ages, skills and various backgrounds! So if it’s your first time camping or learning basic survival skills, we are happy to help you create those unforgettable moments during this experience and make you feel confidently empowered in the wild.
What is the minimum age for this event?
We’ve had students as young as 6 years old, so we fall back on the parent or guardian as you know your child’s abilities best. There is no upper age limit. There will be some walking during our adventures, however we always go at a slow and safe pace.
What if I can’t attend all three days, can I still sign up for one or two of those days?
Yes! We welcome anyone to sign up for a selected day(s) of your choice to learn those activities and skills that are set for the day. Email us [email protected] for reduced pricing if you’re interested in this option.
What if I don't want to participate in all the activities, but want to attend to enjoy the food and social fun?
All are welcome! We offer discounted pricing for non-participants who wish to observe, lounge at our pond lodge or enjoy recreational activities like kayaking. Email us [email protected] if you are interested in attending as a non-participant.
What if I’m flying or driving but I don’t have any camping gear?
We have some tents ands hammocks available - first come first served basis. Other gear may also be arranged.
Are there other options if I’m not comfortable camping overnight?
Yes, there are plenty of hotel and other accommodations about 20 min. away in Port Charlotte or Punta Gorda.
I'm flying in from out of town. What about Transportation?
The nearest airport is Punta Gorda 20 mins away, 1 hour from Fort Myers, 1.15 Sarasota and 1.40 Tampa airports. All travel is on your own. It’s recommended to either rent a car or Uber or Lyft a ride.
Other Important Information:
Tips are not included in pricing but are greatly appreciated!
*We also accept partial deposits to hold your spot. Contact us at [email protected] for details.*
**Military/Veteran and First Responder discount is available. Please contact us for discount code.**
Limited spots are still available for the "Beast Feast" Dinner on Saturday - contact us to reserve your spot.
Colorado Trailblazer Aug. 4-6, 2023
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Tap into your inner SAVAGE! Join Matt and Brooke for this 'comfortably clothed and NOT Afraid' multi-day hands-on survival experience to explore and cultivate primitive survival skills while engaging in numerous activities in Colorado's scenic Park county Tarryall wilderness. This is structured for beginner to advanced skills training. Friday, Aug. 4 will introduce the basics of survival. Saturday and Sunday Aug. 5-6 will build upon more in-depth intermediate to advanced techniques to elevate your skills.
This is an excellent opportunity for youth and adults of all ages and skill sets to learn in a wilderness setting with accomplished instructors to become trailblazing warriors to feel more confident in taking on day hikes to backcountry wilderness adventures understanding the core fundamentals of survival and safety.
The primitive skills activities will include:
- Outdoor safety, shelter selection/building, friction fire starting and fire building (pending any fire bans in place), wilderness navigation (map reading, compass use), wildlife track identification and tracking, plant identification (basic edible and medicinal plants), water sourcing and purification, knife use, primitive traps, cordage and weaving, (making rope, knot tying), archery and atlatl target practice.
1 DAY ONLY Friday Aug. 4: $200/adult and $150/youth
3 Days/2 Overnights Camping - Friday, Aug. 4 - Sunday, Aug. 6: $590/adult and $530/youth
Price includes: meals, light snacks, potable water will be provided. You may bring your own alternatives to suit your dietary needs and back up provisions.
Friday:
Arrival – before 9:00 AM (5 PM conclusion for One Day students)
(participants can arrive the night prior to tent or car camp. You will be responsible for bringing your own gear)
Sunday:
Wrap Up & Departure – around 1 PM
*Campsite location details, tentative schedule of activities and packing/gear list will be emailed to participants.
Please email [email protected] with questions. Sign up spots are limited!
The Savage experience
Guided wild boar hunts
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Master Friction Fire
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Family-built primitive shelter, fire and fresh fish
Practice fish traps and spring snares
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Try your hand with the ancient Atlatl on our 3D archery target course
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Bowfishing - black drum
Fish Florida's waters
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*Pricing: Please contact us for pricing and availability for a private one-on-one individualized training experience.
Includes all meals, wild game feasts, a Savage mystery gift and a whole lot of epic memories!
This this customized with your goals in mind. You also have the choice to combo a half day of saltwater fishing on our boat and survival training -or- a full day of survival training mixed with hunting techniques. Various activities include: fishing , 3D target archery and atlatl on our course, animal tracking techniques, navigation, plant/shelter identification, primitive fire techniques, cordage/fish traps, and more!
Guests are welcome to build their own primitive shelter, tent or hammock camp. A guest room at our main pond lodge and bathroom is also available onsite.
Add a wild hog hunt during your stay! For those wanting to become "Meat Rich" and up their Savage "game" fully guided wild hog hunts are available (no trophy fees, field dressing, basic processing and flash freeze of meat for your transport is included). Ask us for details and price.
**Availability and scheduling please email us.***
Location of your choice - we can come to you!
Make your next adventure memorable with our expertise.
*Contact us for package pricing*
Custom tailored to fit your schedule and needs. Due to the specific nature of these events, please contact us for details to set up your destination location survival experience.
Call or text 720-313-0283 or email us for availability.
Into the woods
Go day or night
with confidence we stay to fight
we adapt to survive
for the woods shall forever keep us alive
I will not falter and I will never fail
when thrown into the worst I can only prevail
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