The National Conference on

Wilderness Medicine

Big Sky Resort, MT

July 24 - 28, 2021

Welcome! Onsite attendance in the main conference room is sold out due to COVID-19 restrictions at Big Sky and reduced seating capacity. You may register for the meeting virtually and still book discounted lodging at Big Sky through our lodging portal, watch the meeting and participate in the question/answer sessions from your hotel room through an internet connected device (the meeting will also be broadcast on hotel television sets). Virtual registration from anywhere in the world is still open.

There will be limited seating in the amphitheater, which is directly adjacent to the ballroom and has cushioned, movie theatre style seats with electrical outlets. You will view and hear the presentations on a large movie screen, but not be able to view the speaker.

Virtual registrants may still sign up for onsite workshops if space is available.

Connection information will be provided prior to the meeting. Recordings of the presentation will be made available for up to 90 days after the meeting

Conference Highlights

  • Up to 39.5 hours of CME and 31 exciting presentations from renowned faculty with interactive Q/A sessions

  • Multiple COVID-friendly attendance options from in-person to virtual.  Optional outdoor workshops available

  • Big Sky Resort offers spectacular recreation opportunities including hiking, biking, fishing, rafting, horseback riding, zip lines and more.

  • Have to miss a presentation? On-demand access to all lectures included free for 3 months

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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.

TEEN'S Outdoor Survival PROGRAM

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 39.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. This activity is approved for up to 39.5 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 39.5 hours of nursing credit.

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LODGING DISCOUNTS FOR REGISTRANTS

A wide selection of hotel rooms and condominiums have been reserved for conference participants. A sampling of accommodations is listed below. Take advantage of conference discounts by making reservations online through our website or call Big Sky Resort directly at 800-548-4486 and reference “wilderness medicine.” Read more about accommodations.

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, Jet Suite X, and United. Read more about traveling to Big Sky and exclusive travel discounts.

COVID-19 Enhancements & Restrictions

We are offering this meeting with multiple "Hybrid" attendance options.  The Conference will be presented live and also be available online and streamed to your hotel television. More Info

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.

Big Sky Summer yellowstone adventure travel

YELLOWSTONE

Travel cme Big Sky Summer GuidedFishing

FLYFISHING

Big Sky Summer recreation mtbike adventure travel

MOUNTAIN BIKING

Travel cme Big Sky Summer Horseback

Horseback
Riding

Travel cme Big Sky Summer Rafting

WHITEWATER RAFTING

Travel CME Big Sky Summer Hiking

HIKING

World-Class Faculty

SHERYL OLSON
SHERYL OLSON, RN
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Valerie Dobiesz, MD
Valerie Dobiesz, MD, MPH, FACEP
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Timothy B. Erickson
Timothy B. Erickson, MD, FACEP, FACMT
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ERIC A. WEISS
ERIC A. WEISS, MD
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Michael J. Vanrooyen
Michael J. Vanrooyen, MD, MPH, FACEP
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KAREN B. VAN HOESEN
KAREN B. VAN HOESEN, MD
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HOWARD J. DONNER
HOWARD J.
DONNER, MD
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JOSEPH B. SERRA
JOSEPH B. SERRA, MD
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KYLE ALLRED
KYLE ALLRED, PA-C
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Danny Kibbee
Danny Kibbee
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LANNY JOHNSON
LANNY JOHNSON, FNP/PA
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GARY KIBBEE
GARY KIBBEE
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Tuition

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Physician$789
PA, NP$615
Nurse$595
Residents, Medical Students, Paramedics, EMTs$495
Non Professional (no CME)$425

Registered attendees will also receive ongoing access to the recorded conference sessions for three months.

"Team" (group) discounts - 3 or more participants from the same institution can sign up together and receive $100 off each registration fee.  When all registrants have registered, we will apply a $100 discount to each, one week prior to the start of the conference.

We're proud to offer a 20% discount to Active Military.
(Please call or email our office for CAGE/DUNS numbers)

For more information or to register please call

1-844-945-3263

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For more information or to register please call

1-844-945-3263

or

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).

The Premier Wilderness Medicine CME Conferences Since 1982

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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

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