Conference Highlights
Up to 38.5 hours of CME and 30 exciting presentations from renowned faculty with interactive Q/A sessions
Big Sky Resort offers spectacular recreation opportunities including hiking, biking, fishing, rafting, horseback riding, zip lines and more.
Earn your Advanced Wilderness and Expedition Provider (AWEP) Certification at the conference!
Have to miss a presentation? On-demand access to all lectures included free for 3 months
Complete Conference Program & Schedule
The conference features a wide array of interesting and practical wilderness and travel medicine topics presented by authoritative and engaging faculty. View the complete CME program schedule.
Advanced Wilderness & Expedition Provider (AWEP Certification®) Course
A comprehensive course leading to AWEP Certification® that is designed to prepare physicians and other health care providers with an extensive background in key topics and practical skills needed to become a competent expedition, wilderness, or Search and Rescue Medical Provider. Learn more about AWEP.
OPTIONAL INTERACTIVE WORKSHOPS
The conference has unique optional hands-on workshops on topics ranging from outdoor survival skills to practical wilderness medical skills. Small interactive groups with outstanding instructors. Learn more about our useful hands-on workshops.
CHILDREN AND TEEN SURVIVAL AND FIRST-AID EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Our wilderness education programs for teens are nationally acclaimed and classes fill quickly. Please register early! Read more about our program for teens.
Accreditation
The Center for Emergency Medical Education (CEME) designates this live activity for a maximum of 38.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. This activity is approved for up to 38.5 hours of AOA Category 2-A CME credit.
The American Association of Physician Assistants accepts Category 1 CME approval from organizations accredited by the ACCME. Under the new BRN guidelines, this course is also accredited for up to 38.5 hours of nursing credit.
LODGING DISCOUNTS FOR REGISTRANTS
A wide selection of hotel rooms and condominiums have been reserved for conference participants at special discounted rates. Book your accommodations here.
Traveling to Big Sky
With excellent air service, Big Sky is easy to reach from any major city in the US. Flights are operated daily by Alaska, Allegiant, American, Delta, Frontier, and United. Read more about traveling to Big Sky and exclusive travel discounts.
Hybrid and Virtual Meeting Options
We are offering this meeting with multiple Hybrid and Virtual options. The Conference can be attended from your hotel room, home, or anywhere in the world.
Fantastic Recreation!
Big Sky is a wilderness recreation paradise. Backcountry trails radiate in all directions to access National Forest and wilderness areas. Fishing is great in the local streams and lakes. Whitewater rafting, mountain biking, horseback riding, rock climbing, wildlife viewing, and just about any wilderness activity you can think of is available here. Read more about summer activities at Big Sky Resort.
YELLOWSTONE
FLYFISHING
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Horseback
Riding
WHITEWATER RAFTING
HIKING
World-Class Faculty
In-Person Attendance Tuition
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| Physician, Natropathic Doctor, DPM | $850 |
| PA, NP | $695 |
| RN/ LVN, PT, Pharmacist | $645 |
| Fellows, Residents, Medical Students, Paramedics, EMT’s | $550 |
| Non-Medical Professional (no CME) | $445 |
Virtual Attendance Tuition
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| Physician, Natropathic Doctor, DPM | $695 |
| PA, NP | $485 |
| RN, LVN, PT, Pharmacist | $485 |
| Fellows, Residents, Medical Students, Paramedics, EMT’s | $425 |
| Non-Medical Professional (no CME) | $350 |
The Advantages of Registering Early - Don't Delay!
- We've attained special lodging rates for conference attendees. These rooms are limited and sell out every year.
- Space is limited in our optional hands-on workshops. The earlier you register, the better chance of getting the workshops you want.
The Advantages of Registering Early - Don't Delay!
- We've attained special lodging rates for conference attendees. These rooms are limited and sell out every year.
- Space is limited in our optional hands-on workshops. The earlier you register, the better chance of getting the workshops you want.
"Team" Group Discounts (Ambassador Program)
We have enhanced our Team Registration discount. Just complete your registration and pay - you will receive a custom link that you send to your friends. Each person that registers with your link will receive an instant $100 off their registration. You will receive $100 off for every person that registers with your link - up to the total price of your registration. So, if your total registration price is $795 and you get 10 friends to use your link for registration - your entire tuition will be refunded.
Tax deduction for educational purposes: Under the Tax Reform Act of 1986, Treasury Regulation 1.162-5 permits an income tax deduction for educational expenses (registration fees and cost of travel, including meals and lodging).
Student Scholarships Available: Learn more here
E-mail: info@wilderness-medicine.com
We're proud to offer a 20% discount to Active Military (call or email our office for CAGE/DUNS numbers).
The Premier Wilderness Medicine CME Conferences Since 1982
Hike to Beehive Basin from Big Sky Resort
Testimonials From Your Colleagues
"I was inspired on many levels - certainly the best conference I have ever attended...this conference is such a unique one... such a wonderful experience...It reminds me of why I went into medicine in the first place!"
SANDRA DEVENY, MD (EM)
"Love this seminar! Great speakers! This is my fourth time...I always learn something new...I find the information invaluable and infinitely entertaining! Thank you!"
DENISE BASKIND, MD (EM)
"The only conference I’ve attended where I was continuously riveted to my seat and yearned for more."
Jeff Robertson, MD Seattle, WA
"I attended the conference as a representative from ACEP Education Committee...it was the best conference I have been to in years. Well organized, excellent speakers and great setting."
KATIE HURT, MD
"Absolutely the most enjoyable and interesting CME conference I have ever attended! Probably the best group of lecturers I have ever experienced."
DANIEL NORDIN, MD INTERNAL MEDICINE
UPCOMING CME DESTINATIONS BY DATE
Apr 20 - 30, 2026
Apr 24 - May 3, 2026
April 26 - May 10, 2026
National Conference on Wilderness Medicine: Santa Fe, NM
May 27 - 31, 2026
Skills Course Rafting & Mt. Shasta
June 7 - 12, 2026
National Conference on Wilderness Medicine: Big Sky Resort, MT
July 25 - 29, 2026
Deluxe African Safari: Zimbabwe
Aug 29 - Sept 8, 2026
Aug 30 - Sept 9, 2026
Middle Fork of the Salmon Rafting
Sept 1-6, 2026
Sept 17 - 25, 2026
Sept 19 - 29, 2026
Sept 21 - Oct 5, 2026
Sept 22 - Oct 3, 2026
Fly Fishing for All Levels - Northern California
Oct 11 - 16, 2026
Oct 11 - 24, 2026
Jan 16 - 23, 2027
Japan Ski & Snowboard Adventure
Jan 25 - Feb 1, 2027
March 14 - 21, 2027
Apr 19 - 29, 2027
April 25 - May 9, 2027
May 2 - 11, 2027
Skills Course Rafting & Mt. Shasta
June 6 - 11, 2027
June 11 - 19, 2027
Deluxe African Safari: Zimbabwe
July 29 - Aug 8, 2027
Aug. 29 - Sept. 8, 2027
Aug. 29 - Sept. 6, 2027
Middle Fork of the Salmon Rafting
Sept 1-6, 2027
Sept 7 - 15, 2027
Sept 19 - 29, 2027
Sept 21 - Oct 5, 2027
Oct 7 - 18, 2027
Oct 10 - 23, 2027
Fly Fishing for All Levels - Northern California
Oct 17 - 22, 2027
Oct 31 - Nov 11, 2027