URBAN SURVIVAL GAMES
Downtown Portland
Food, water, security, improvisation, disrupted infrastructure, and evacuation in an urban disaster environment.
EXPLORE THE URBAN GAMES
NEW FOR 2027
TWO SURVIVAL GAMES.
ONE YEAR.
Choose Urban, Summer, or experience both.
LIMITED-TIME 2026 ATTENDEE OFFER
2027 pricing ends September 16, 2026.
SUMMER SURVIVAL GAMES
Location TBD
Wilderness skills, teamwork, navigation, fire, shelter, and a completely new collection of competitive survival challenges.
EXPLORE THE SUMMER GAMES
JOIN THE WEEKEND
CAMPING + SPECTATOR ACCESS
Stay onsite and experience the weekend with camping, meals, spectator access, and amenities.
$60.00
LEARN MOREHOW IT WORKS
The Survival Games are a thrilling two-day adventure that begins with registration, where participants join a diverse community of outdoor enthusiasts.
Upon arrival, you’ll set up camp in the Pacific Northwest wilderness and connect with nature.
Every participant receives a survival gear bag and gains valuable insights during live demonstrations from expert instructors.
The heart of the event is the competition: six challenging scenarios that put real survival skills to the test.
We culminate with an awards ceremony celebrating achievements and camaraderie.
These games aren’t just a competition—they’re an immersive, educational, unforgettable experience in the wild.
Register
Registration is your gateway to adventure! Join fellow survival enthusiasts in the heart of Oregon for an unforgettable experience. You can register solo or with a teammate. All participants compete in 2-person teams—if you register solo, you’ll be randomly paired with another contestant before the event. Together, you’ll take on the wild and see who truly has what it takes to survive and thrive.
Arrive & Camp
Check in at basecamp, set up your shelter, meet your instructors, and orient to the course. Embrace the camaraderie of fellow survivalists and immerse yourself in the PNW wilderness.
Gear Bags
Upon arrival, each participant receives a carefully curated survival gear bag—essential tools and supplies to thrive in the wilderness for every challenge. And the best part—you keep the gear.
Live Demonstration
Over two days, instructors provide 30-minute skill briefings before each challenge—shelter, fire, water, navigation, and more—followed by hands-on coaching as you practice.
Competition
After each demo, teams have 60 minutes to complete the challenge. Scores are tallied and the leaderboard updates in an adrenaline-fueled race to the finish.
Award Ceremony
Celebrate top performers, share stories from the field, and connect with The Survival Games community at the closing ceremony.
Who We Are, What We Do, Our Vision
WHO WE ARE
The Survival Games is more than an outdoor event—it’s a community of wilderness enthusiasts and survivalists. Born in the Pacific Northwest, our roots are in nature, self-reliance, and preserving age-old skills.
We welcome you to explore the wild with us, forge lasting connections, and celebrate the essence of adventure in the PNW.
WHAT WE DO
Our mission is simple: empower people with the skills and confidence to thrive outdoors. We rekindle self-reliance, build tight-knit teams, and teach practical skills that deepen our connection to nature.
We’re inclusive by design—beginners to seasoned adventurers. Through expert-led training and real challenges, we meet people where they are and help them grow.
OUR VISION
At the core of our organization are values that guide every decision we make:
- Community: Shared adventures and friendships around campfires.
- Education: Passing on survival wisdom through hands-on learning.
- Adventure: Pushing boundaries and embracing the unknown.
- Respect for Nature: Stewardship first—we live by Leave No Trace.
Meet Our Expert Instructors
Learn from elite survival professionals with decades of combined field experience
Official host of the Survival Games, bringing grit, humor, and real wilderness experience to every challenge.
Season 8 runner-up known for resilience, bushcraft, and unforgettable survival grit.
Season 9 finalist with deep wilderness living, traditional skills, and survival wisdom.
Special guest instructor, joining us from the new Alone Season 13 World Championship.
Field-tested survivalist bringing tracking, hunting, and challenge-ready skills to the course.
Two-time Survival Games champion now helping competitors learn, adapt, and compete smarter.
LET’S WORK TOGETHER
Corporate Events
Elevate your team-building with wilderness challenges that foster leadership, communication, and problem-solving. Strengthen bonds and conquer the outdoors together.
Private Events
Host birthdays, reunions, or special gatherings in the rugged PNW. A custom, hands-on outdoor experience designed around your group’s goals and skill levels.
Sponsors
Unlock high-intent brand exposure with a passionate outdoor audience. Partner on gear, challenges, and demos—on site and across our media channels.
Volunteer Crew
Aug 14–16, 2026 • Molalla, OR
Help us deliver an unforgettable weekend in the wild. We’re building a friendly, reliable crew to support competitors and instructors.
Perks
- Meals during shifts
- Crew shirt & sponsor swag
- Service hours confirmation
- Free spectator pass/discount
- Training provided
Roles We’re Filling
- Medical (EMT/RN/MD)
- Logistics (course set-up/tear-down, gear)
- Basecamp & Meals (kitchen, hydration)
- Registration & Check-in (Fri PM)
- Parking/Traffic & Crowd Support
18+ • Typical shifts: Fri PM • Sat AM/PM • Sun AM/PM • Tell us what works for you.
