3-Day Wilderness Medicine Course

Lifesaving Skills. Mountain Setting. Small-Group Experience.

This isn’t your typical training weekend. At AlpTerra, we blend expert medical instruction with immersive, outdoor learning—set against the stunning backdrop of the White Mountains. Whether you’re a healthcare provider, a first responder, or simply someone who wants to be more prepared in the backcountry, this course will give you the confidence to improvise, adapt, and make sound decisions when you’re miles from help and nothing goes according to plan.

Each session is capped at 8 participants to keep things personal, practical, and hands-on.
dr Lila Cohen

What You’ll Actually Do

You’ll splint a “broken” leg in whatever conditions the day presents. You’ll make evacuation decisions when the “weather” window is closing. You’ll improvise tourniquets from hiking gear and debate whether to move someone with a suspected spinal injury when hypothermia is developing. You will think under pressure, not just follow protocols. You’ll trust your judgment when the textbook doesn’t cover your situation. And you’ll have seven new people who understand exactly what that feels like – having learned and grown with them throughout the course.

The Skills Behind the Scenarios

All of this hands-on work covers the technical foundations you need to confidently act in wilderness emergencies:

Practical skills in prevention, assessment, treatment, and transport of common illnesses and injuries in remote environments

A deeper understanding of wilderness-specific logistics, equipment, improvisation, rescue, and risk management

Decision-making frameworks for incomplete information and changing conditions

Experience treating mock injuries in realistic outdoor scenarios, with a few realistic curve balls thrown in

Team leadership skills honed through high-stakes scenario work. You will also leave with a wilderness first aid kit, course handbook, improvised medical equipment, and new friends for hiking, climbing, and ski adventures.

Cost & Registration

Course Fee: $3,500

Includes all lodging, meals, course materials, transportation assistance, and instruction.

Once payment is received, we’ll send a PreCourse Packet with all the details—packing list, directions, logistics, and helpful tips to prepare.

Upcoming Course Dates

To maintain our 4:1 instructor ratio and hands-on experience, each course is capped at 8 participants

Winter/Spring
March 5–9, 2026
March 12–16, 2026

Autumn
October 1–5, 2026
October 8–12, 2026

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What’s Included

  • Comfortable on-site lodging with shared or private room options
  • All meals and snacks
  • Course handbook and educational materials
  • Two wilderness first aid kits (one traditional and one improvised)
  • Transportation to/from designated airports or Concord Coach drop-offs
  • 16.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
  • Designated time to enjoy the local environment
  • Hands-on practical scenarios
  • Warm hospitality in a welcoming, small-town setting
We’ll also work with you before the course to accommodate dietary needs and ensure your stay is comfortable.

Course Schedule at a Glance

Thursday evening optional arrival

  • Arrive between 4–6 PM
  • Welcome dinner provided
Friday – Sunday: Course in Session
  • Day 1: Prevention, Assessment, Scenario Work
  • Day 2: Treatment, Transport, Scenario Work
  • Day 3: Non-Traditional Medicine, Full Scenario Practicals
  • Evenings: Fireside discussions and peer debrief

Monday morning optional departure

  • Breakfast
  • Coordinated departure

A detailed hour-by-hour schedule will be provided upon arrival.

Travel & Logistics

Getting to Franconia, New Hampshire You’re welcome to drive yourself, or we’ll help coordinate pickup from these airports: • Boston Logan Airport (BOS) → Bus to Concord, New Hampshire & provided pickup • Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT) → Direct pickup provided No rental car needed during the course. We’ve got you covered.

Continuing Medical Education (CME) Credit

This course is approved for up to 16.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ Physicians and advanced care providers can receive continuing education credit for attending the 3-Day Wilderness Medicine Course. CME Accreditation Statement This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Hanley Center for Health Leadership and Education and AlpTerra Medicine. The Hanley Center is accredited by the Maine Medical Association Committee on Continuing Medical Education and Accreditation to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The Hanley Center for Health Leadership and Education designates this live activity for a maximum of 16.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. It’s a unique opportunity to earn high-value credits in a small-group, hands-on environment—while gaining skills that go far beyond the traditional classroom.

Ready to Join Us?

This is more than a class—it’s an experience. Our small-group format means spots go quickly, so if you’re interested, don’t wait.
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