Get Certified. Adventure Well.

Hands-on Wilderness Medicine training, taught by working Medical Professionals.

2 day course from $350

5 day course from $775

Starting at $2500

4000+

students trained

2012

nonprofit since

75+

partner organizations

Interested in sport-specific training?
We've got you covered.


WFA for mountain bikers

WFA/WFR for sailors

WFA/WFR for mountain athletes


"This exceeded my expectations. I learned a lot of valuable information and feel much more confident in my ability to help people."

-Megan K., WFR Student, April 2026

WFA/WFR for mountain athletes


Training a team or group?

Custom Programs for organizations, agencies and outfitters.

“We rely on Backcountry Medical Guides to provide customized training based on real-time field experience in the very landscape we work to protect.

— Mike Spaln (Executive Director, Ventana Wilderness Alliance)