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The Gamma Course — You’re In

You’re In

Welcome to the Forge

Payment confirmed — your spot is locked. Here’s everything you need to show up ready.

Step 1 · The App

Get Inside BASE 1520

Download the BASE 1520 app and join with the link below. This is your hub — direct access to Cole, Dr. Rikki Permenter, and Justin, plus your pre-course training.

Join the App →

Once you’re in, we unlock your full access and Justin reaches out about prepping your body for the field.

Step 2 · Assessments

Get Your Baseline

Two quick assessments so Dr. Rikki can walk with you well. Complete them before you come, right after, and one month later — email your scores to rikki@base1520.com.

Open the Assessments →

Step 3 · Pack

Your Packing List

Everything you’ll need in the field. Prepare to be cold and wet.

Clothing

  • Min. 3 × WHITE t-shirts
  • Min. 3 × BLACK cargo / tactical pants
  • 3 × workout shorts
  • 1 × swimming shorts
  • Min. 3 × workout socks
  • Base layers
  • Beanie
  • Sneakers
  • Hiking boots or sturdy shoes
  • Sandals
  • Jacket / layers (prepare to be cold & wet)

Sleep

  • Sleeping bag
  • Sleeping pad
  • Camping pillow

Gear

  • 1 × 550 cord
  • Knife
  • Watch
  • Sunglasses
  • Eye protection
  • Ear protection
  • Poncho
  • Lighter
  • Canteen cup
  • 4 × trash bags
  • Sewing kit

Hygiene & Health

  • Hygiene kit
  • Baby wipes
  • Toilet paper
  • Sunscreen
  • Chafing cream
  • Blister cream
  • Bug repellent
  • Any Rx medication

Misc

  • Bible
  • 1-gal Ziplock bags
  • 1 roll duct tape
  • 4 × AA batteries
  • 4 × AAA batteries
  • 2 × towels
  • Gum (optional)

One bag per person — pack tight.

Step 4 · The Mission

What to Expect

Family Protection Training — situational awareness, self-defense, and firearms safety from cadre with special-forces experience.

Biblical Manhood — leading your family and community according to God’s Word.

Physical Challenges — hands-on work built to push past your limits and forge resilience.

Community — a brotherhood of like-minded men for the road ahead.

Come humble. Come ready to go beyond your comfort zone.

Step 5 · Paperwork

Sign Your Waivers

Read and sign your Participant Agreement & Waivers online — two minutes, right on your phone. No printing, nothing to mail.

Sign My Waivers →

Your signed copy is filed automatically and the team is notified.

Questions? Call or text (225) 218-7902.
We can’t wait to see you in the field. All nations, tribes, and tongues.

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