The rugged coastline and breathtaking vistas of Big Sur have been the backdrop for our multi-day wilderness medicine programs since their inception. Fifteen years later, our Big Sur WFA and WFR programs still stand as our flagship experiences, delivering an exceptional educational adventure.

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$975.00

This flagship program embarks upon five days of camping, hiking, and learning amongst redwood groves, coastal mountain vistas, and pristine beaches. Students learn essential wilderness medical skills and earn their certifications while exploring Big Sur’s wild and stunning coastal terrain. Join us in Big Sur, CA for this incredible journey.

December 13-17, 2025 *Sold out, please email info@backcountrymed.org to join the waitlist.

March 23-27, 2026

June 15-19, 2026

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Big Sur, CA | Wilderness First Aid/WFR-R

$395.00

Students practice skills and scenarios as they venture past crystal clear rivers, old growth redwoods, wind-swept bluffs, and remote beaches in this two-day WFA program. Big Sur provides a superlative location to earn your certification and gain skills for your next adventure. Limited tent camping is available upon request.

March 28-29, 2026

June 20–21, 2026

BIG SUR PROGRAMS

The rugged coastline and breathtaking vistas of Big Sur have been the backdrop for our multi-day wilderness medicine programs since their inception. Fifteen years later, our Big Sur WFA and WFR programs still stand as our flagship experiences, delivering an exceptional educational adventure.