Wilderness Medical Associates

Wilderness Medical Associates Face Any Challenge, Anywhere. https://linkin.bio/wildmed

Wilderness Medical Associates International is dedicated to the development of remote and practical medicine around the globe. We are medical rescue professionals, researchers, experienced educators, and advocates for healthcare in wilderness contexts. Our curriculum, overseen and continually revised by a committee of medical practitioners and academics, has been taught on all seven continents. Wilderness Medical Associates International annually trains over 8,000 medically and non-medically trained students around the world. Our participants include colleges and universities, medical schools, camps, outdoor adventure companies, rural ambulance services, private industry, and government entities. Wilderness Medical Associates International will train the responders and practitioners needed for medical care in low resource settings, anywhere in the world.

🌊🏕️ Train where the mountains meet the sea 🏕️🌊UCSB Adventure Programs is hosting Gut-Z Journey in Santa Barbara, CA, for...
02/03/2026

🌊🏕️ Train where the mountains meet the sea 🏕️🌊

UCSB Adventure Programs is hosting Gut-Z Journey in Santa Barbara, CA, for a couple of courses instructed by Natalie Brechtel that you won't want to miss!

🩺 Wilderness First Responder (WFR) | Mar 21–27
$749

🩹 Wilderness First Aid (CPR-C) | Mar 28–29
$345

Expect hands-on scenarios, thoughtful decision-making, and practical skills you can rely on in real outdoor settings, all in one of California’s most iconic coastal environments.

📍 Santa Barbara, California

👉 Learn more and register now using the link below!

https://wildmed.com/find-a-course/?search_term=36872%2C%2036871⁠

🍃🩺 Four course options all in one location 🩺🍃Join AVH Global at Cornell Outdoor Education in Ithaca, NY for a full lineu...
02/02/2026

🍃🩺 Four course options all in one location 🩺🍃

Join AVH Global at Cornell Outdoor Education in Ithaca, NY for a full lineup of courses. Whether you’re starting fresh, upgrading your certification, or staying current, there’s a path for you.

✨ Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA) | Mar 28–31
✨ Wilderness First Responder (WFR) | Mar 28–Apr 4
✨ Hybrid WFR Recertification | Apr 1–3
✨ Bridge (WAFA → WFR) | Apr 1–4

These courses emphasize hands-on practice, critical decision-making, and real-world scenarios. Train hard, think clearly, and build confidence for remote and backcountry environments.

📍 Ithaca, New York
👩‍🏫 Instructor: Alice Henshaw

👉 Learn more and register now using the link below!

https://wildmed.com/find-a-course/?search_term=36755%2C%2036756%2C%2036757%2C%2036758⁠⁠⁠⁠

If you already hold a Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA) certification and are feeling ready for your Wilderness First...
01/29/2026

If you already hold a Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA) certification and are feeling ready for your Wilderness First Responder certification, this Bridge course is your next step. Over four days, you’ll build on your existing foundation and graduate prepared at the WFR level—with hands-on scenarios, practical decision-making, and real-world problem solving.

📍 Leavenworth, WA
📅 March 26–29, 2026
💰 $400 before Jan 19 | $440 after Jan 19
🏕️ Onsite lodging available ($150/person)
🥨 Snacks provided (meals not included)

Instructed by Rick D’Atre and facilitated by YouthDynamics, this course is perfect for outdoor professionals and adventurers ready to take the next step in remote medical care.

👉 Learn more and register now using the link below!

https://wildmed.com/find-a-course/?search_term=37251⁠⁠⁠⁠

Spring is the perfect time to earn—or renew—your Wilderness First Responder certification. 🌲⛑️Join Lochsa Wilderness Edu...
01/28/2026

Spring is the perfect time to earn—or renew—your Wilderness First Responder certification. 🌲⛑️

Join Lochsa Wilderness Education this March and April for WFR and WFR Recertification courses.

✨ Mazomanie, Wisconsin | Devils Lake Climbing Guides
• 5-Day WFR: March 21–25, 2026
• WFR Recert: March 23–25, 2026

✨ Oak Forest, Illinois | Chicago Voyagers
• 5-Day WFR: March 28–April 1, 2026
• WFR Recert: March 30–April 1, 2026

Whether you’re earning your WFR for the first time or keeping your cert current, these courses deliver practical skills, strong community, and unforgettable learning environments.

👉 Learn more and register now using the link below!

https://wildmed.com/find-a-course/?search_term=36861%2C%2036862%2C%2036668%2C%2036669⁠⁠⁠

Time to refresh your WFR? Let’s get you recertified. ⛑️🌲Join Colorado Outside for WFR Recertification instructed by Darr...
01/26/2026

Time to refresh your WFR? Let’s get you recertified. ⛑️🌲

Join Colorado Outside for WFR Recertification instructed by Darren Stokes. These focused, hands-on courses are designed to sharpen your skills, update protocols, and get you back in the field with confidence.

📍 Dayton, Ohio | March 20–22, 2026
📍 Buena Vista, Colorado | March 27–29, 2026
💵 $400

This is your chance to stay current and ready for whatever your next adventure might throw your way.

👉 Verify eligibility and register now using the link below!

https://wildmed.com/find-a-course/?search_term=36506%2C%2036723⁠⁠⁠

Heading outdoors this season? Be ready when it matters. 🌲Join us at Dickinson College for a Wilderness First Aid (WFA) c...
01/24/2026

Heading outdoors this season? Be ready when it matters. 🌲

Join us at Dickinson College for a Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course designed for outdoor enthusiasts heading out on adventures. This hands-on course covers the essentials, patient assessment, basic skills, and practical field care for common injuries so you can respond with confidence when help is far away.

📍 Carlisle, Pennsylvania
📅 March 21–22, 2026
👩‍🏫 Instructor: Tom Rowan

🥨 Snacks & drinks provided (bring your own lunch)

Whether you hike, paddle, climb, or lead trips, WFA is the perfect foundation for safer adventures.

👉 Learn more and register now using the link below!

https://wildmed.com/find-a-course/?search_term=36949⁠⁠⁠

March is stacked with opportunities to earn or renew your Wilderness First Responder certification in some truly incredi...
01/22/2026

March is stacked with opportunities to earn or renew your Wilderness First Responder certification in some truly incredible places. 🌄

From red rock canyons in Moab, Utah, to mountain towns like Boulder, Colorado, to cozy learning environments in Wisconsin, these WFR and WFR Recertification courses are for you, whether you’re certifying for the first time or staying current for the season ahead.

📍 Moab, Utah
📅 March 16 - 20 | 5-Day WFR
📅 March 14 - 15 | Hybrid WFR Recert.

📍 Mazomanie, Wisconsin
📅 March 16 - 20 | 5-Day WFR
📅 March 18 - 20 | WFR Recert. 

📍 Boulder, Colorado
📅 March 18 - 22 | 5-Day WFR
📅 March 20 - 22 | WFR Recert.

📍 Stockholm, Wisconsin
📅 March 18 - 22 | 5-Day WFR
📅 March 21 - 22 | Hybrid WFR Recert.

Build confidence for real-world, low-resource environments.

👉 Explore all courses and register now using the link below!

https://wildmed.com/find-a-course/?search_term=36694%2C%2036696%2C%2036859%2C%2036798%2C%2036860%2C%2036884%2C%2036838%2C%2036885⁠⁠⁠

This spring, join Adventure Risk Management in Idyllwild, California for two wilderness medicine courses set in a mounta...
01/21/2026

This spring, join Adventure Risk Management in Idyllwild, California for two wilderness medicine courses set in a mountain town with world-class climbing, stellar hiking, and unbeatable access to the outdoors—plus great food and a local brewpub just steps away.

🩹 Wilderness First Aid (WFA) | March 21–22, 2026

Perfect for personal adventures and outdoor enthusiasts, WFA is an excellent introduction to wilderness medicine and a common requirement for many outdoor education programs.

🎒 5-Day Wilderness First Responder (WFR) | March 25–29, 2026

A comprehensive, professional-level course with hands-on scenarios, small class sizes, and early-registration discounts available.

🏕️ Flexible lodging or camping options
🌵 Joshua Tree National Park just 75 minutes away
👨‍🏫 Instructed by John Jacobs

Build confidence, sharpen your skills, and learn in a place you’ll never forget.

👉 Learn more and register through the link below!

https://wildmed.com/find-a-course/?search_term=36734%2C%2036735⁠⁠⁠⁠

Refresh your Wilderness First Responder skills where preparedness truly matters. ❄️🏔️This WFR Recertification in Anchora...
01/20/2026

Refresh your Wilderness First Responder skills where preparedness truly matters. ❄️🏔️

This WFR Recertification in Anchorage, Alaska is your opportunity to review essential skills, protocols, and updates in wilderness medicine—set against a rugged, real-world backdrop that reinforces sound decision-making and practical care.

Ensure your certification stays current as you head into your next season of adventure or professional fieldwork.

📍 Anchorage, AK
📆 March 6–8, 2026
🎓 Hosted by SafetyEd
💰 $375 registration fee

👉 Verify your eligibility and register through the link below!

https://wildmed.com/find-a-course/?search_term=37102⁠⁠⁠⁠

Online prep. Real-world practice.This Hybrid Wilderness First Responder and Hybrid WFR Recertification in Heber City, Ut...
01/16/2026

Online prep. Real-world practice.

This Hybrid Wilderness First Responder and Hybrid WFR Recertification in Heber City, Utah offers real-world winter training in a true mountain environment. Nestled between world-class ski terrain and quiet rural landscapes, Heber City provides diverse conditions for hands-on scenarios that challenge your skills, systems, and judgment.

With quick access from Salt Lake City and plenty of nearby lodging, this course blends convenience with meaningful, season-specific learning. Expect immersive scenarios, critical thinking under pressure, and practical medical training built for cold, complex environments.

Whether you’re earning your WFR for the first time or refreshing your certification, this is training that prepares you for when conditions are less than ideal.

📍 Heber City, UT
📆 Hybrid WFR: March 9–13, 2026
📆 Hybrid WFR Recert: March 11–13, 2026
🎓 Instructor: Eli LaMouria
🧭 Hosted by Turn Left Adventures

👉 Learn more and register through the link below!

http://wildmed.com/find-a-course/?search_term=36986%2C%2036987⁠⁠⁠

Take your wilderness medical training to the next level. ⚕️🏔️The Wilderness Advanced Life Support™ (WALS) course is desi...
01/16/2026

Take your wilderness medical training to the next level. ⚕️🏔️

The Wilderness Advanced Life Support™ (WALS) course is designed for experienced medical professionals looking to refine advanced decision-making and patient care in remote environments.

Join Wounded Bear Medicine in Jackson, Wyoming for an immersive, scenario-driven experience focused on critical thinking, leadership, and high-level care when resources are limited and the stakes are high.

📍 Jackson, WY
📆 September 21–25, 2026

👉 Learn more and register through the link below!

https://wildmed.com/find-a-course/?search_term=37146 ⁠⁠⁠

Would you know what to do if help was hours away?Join Colorado Outside at the Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center i...
01/15/2026

Would you know what to do if help was hours away?

Join Colorado Outside at the Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center in Carbondale, Illinois this March for immersive wilderness medical training.

With on-site lodging available, you can focus fully on hands-on learning, realistic scenarios, and building confidence for real-world emergencies in remote settings.

📍 Carbondale, IL
📆 WFR: March 7–13, 2026
📆 WFR Recert: March 14–16, 2026

Whether you’re earning your WFR for the first time or refreshing your certification, this is a great opportunity to train, connect, and prepare for the season ahead.

👉 Learn more and register now using the link below!

https://wildmed.com/find-a-course/?search_term=36508%2C%2036509⁠⁠⁠

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Portland, ME

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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