Boulder Outdoor Survival School (BOSS)

08/12/2026

08/11/2026

Confidence isn't something you're given—it's something you earn. Every challenge in the wilderness is an opportunity to grow, adapt, and trust yourself in new ways.

What will you discover beyond your comfort zone?

08/04/2026

The second session of BOSS 2026 is officially underway.

On August 2, our 14-day and 28-day Expedition courses shouldered their versacloth packs, tightened their laces, and headed into the backcountry.

No room service.
No Wi-Fi.
Plenty of miles.

Most people wouldn't call it a vacation. We wouldn't either.
What it is: a chance to reset. To trade distractions for clarity. To discover what confidence looks like when you've earned it—then bring that confidence home with you.

Will you hike? Absolutely.
Will it be hard? Without question.
Will you surprise yourself? That's kind of the point.

If this program sounds a little intimidating, good. Growth has a habit of living just beyond what's comfortable. If it sounds impossible, it may be exactly where you belong.

A few spots remain for 2026. Find your edge. Step toward it.

Let's go!

07/28/2026

One decision can change the course of your year.

The hardest part of a BOSS expedition often isn't downclimbing a slickrock canyon, navigating unfamiliar terrain, or sleeping under the stars.

It's believing you can and clicking "Enroll."

Once you commit, everything changes. You start training. You gather your gear. You prepare—not just for a wilderness course, but for an experience you'll remember for the rest of your life.

Several upcoming courses are nearly full. If BOSS has been on your mind, consider this your sign.

We'll see you in the field.

Aug. 16 — 7-Day Expedition (2 spots left)
Aug. 30 — 14-Day 50+ Expedition (5 spots left)
Aug. 30 — 28-Day Expedition (1 spot left)
Sept. 13 — 14-Day Expedition (3 spots left)
Sept. 13 — Primitive Living Intensive (3 spots left)

07/24/2026

You've hiked the miles. You've carried everything you needed on your back. But have you ever wondered what it would be like to rely less on the front country and more on the landscape around you?

Our Primitive Living Intensive is designed for outdoor enthusiasts who want to go beyond freeze-dried backpacking meals and explore the timeless skills of trapping, gathering, toolmaking, and living more closely with the natural world.

If you're ready to expand your outdoor knowledge, sharpen your awareness, and see the wilderness through a different lens, join us on September 13.

📷 Video of BOSS Instructor, Rhys Fontaine (PLI-5, 2024)

07/22/2026

Imagine 7, 14, or even 28 days...

No notifications.

No endless scrolling.

No constant noise.

Just the rhythm of the natural world, meaningful conversations under the stars, and the satisfaction of learning to rely on yourself.

Sometimes the greatest luxury isn't having more.
It's needing less.

If you've been waiting for the right time to unplug, this is it.

Your next BOSS adventure is waiting.

Enrolling now for the following upcoming courses
Aug. 16 — 7-Day Expedition (2 spots left)
Aug. 30 — 14-Day 50+ Expedition (5 spots left)
Aug. 30 — 28-Day Expedition (1 spot left)
Sept. 13 — 14-Day Expedition (3 spots left)
Sept. 13 — Primitive Living Intensive (3 spots left)

07/17/2026

Upcoming 14-Day courses:
Aug. 30 — 14-Day 50+ Expedition (5 spots left)
Sept. 13 — 14-Day Expedition (3 spots left)
Sept. 13 — 14-Day Primitive Living Intensive (3 spots left)

Ready for 14 days that could teach you lessons about grit, determination, and what leadership is all about. Reserve your spot today at BOSS Course Schedule.

07/16/2026

BOSS Gear Summer Break Sale!

Take home a piece of BOSS! Save 20% on select BOSS merchandise through July 31, 2026.

From hats and apparel to mugs and other BOSS favorites, it's a great time to pick up something for yourself—or find the perfect gift for a BOSS alum you know.

Use code GEAR20 at checkout. Limit one use per person. Hurry—the sale ends July 31!

Visit the store at www.boss-inc.com/store

Sale includes: Hats, stickers, patches, bandanas, sweatshirts, t-shirts, and mugs!

07/15/2026

"I've never done anything like this."

We hear that all the time.

You don't need to be an experienced backpacker or survival expert to take a BOSS course. You just need to be willing to learn, be challenged, and step outside your comfort zone.

Our instructors teach the skills. Nature provides the fully immersive classroom. Whether you have 7 days or 28, you'll leave with more confidence than you arrived with.

Upcoming courses are filling:
Aug. 16 — 7-Day Expedition (2 spots left)
Aug. 30 — 14-Day 50+ Expedition (5 spots left)
Aug. 30 — 28-Day Expedition (1 spot left)
Sept. 13 — 14-Day Expedition (3 spots left)
Sept. 13 — Primitive Living Intensive (3 spots left)

You don't have to be an expert.

You just have to be willing to begin.

07/10/2026

Tomorrow, the first 28-Day BOSS Expedition of the 2026 season comes to an end.

What have you always wanted to know about spending 28 days on the trail with BOSS? Drop your questions in the comments, and we'll ask our participants to fill you in.

Curious about the physical challenge? The mental shifts? The skills you'll learn? Ask away. We'll post the takeaways.