Wilderness Medicine Courses
Three-Day CME courses for medical professionals, and customizable courses for medical and non medical professionals including one day courses.
At ALPTERRA, we blend medical instruction with immersive, outdoor learning—set against the 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.
What You’ll Actually Do
The three-day course includes at least 20 simulations for scenario-based practice in addition to time spent learning skills. In all of our courses, you will splint broken bones, dress wounds, reduce dislocations, diagnose and treat medical conditions, and make evacuation decisions. Weather, environment, and proximity to a hospital and professional rescue service will all be considered in your decisions.
You will place tourniquets and debate whether to move someone with a suspected spinal injury when hypothermia is developing. You will consider the risks and benefits of cervical spine precautions and traction splints.
By the end of the course you will have practiced these maneuvers so many times that you will feel more comfortable utilizing these skills with an organized approach that you can rely on in high pressure situations.
The Skills Behind the Scenarios
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
Cost & Registration
Custom course pricing varies. Please contact us at in**@************ly.com to discuss your needs and we are happy to give you a quote.
Three-Day CME Course Fee: $2,500
Includes all lodging, meals, course materials, transportation assistance, and instruction.
Once you have registered, we’ll send a Pre Course Packet with all the details—packing list, directions, logistics, and helpful tips to prepare.
Upcoming Three-Day CME Course Dates
Winter/Spring
March 5–9, 2026
March 12–16, 2026
Autumn
October 1–5, 2026
October 8–12, 2026
What’s Included in the three-day cme course
- 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.
three-day cme Course Schedule at a Glance
Thursday evening optional arrival
- Arrive between 4–6 PM
- Welcome dinner provided
- 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
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
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?
With more than 20 scenario-based simulations to practice your skills in addition to time learning skills, this course will give you an organized approach to wilderness emergencies where you leaving feeling prepared.