33rd Annual The National Conference on Wilderness Medicine

Big Sky Resort, Montana

Beautiful Location Near Yellowstone July 27 - 31, 2019 Medicine and the Spirit of Adventure Register Online at Wilderness–medicine.com or Call 844-945-3263 Beehive Basin –– Big Sky Resort Backdrop Advanced Certification Course

Advanced Wilderness & Expedition Provider Optional Course leading to AWEP Certification® (Participants receive 15.5 additional CME credits) Advanced level intensive and hands-on training taught by leaders in Wilderness Medicine including, Howard Donner, MD, Eric Weiss, MD, and Sheryl Olson, RN/BSN. Students will learn practical techniques and practice them in mock scenarios. Successful completion of course leads to AWEP Certification®. Sat, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Sun, 2:00 - 5:30 pm Mon, 2:00 - 5:00 pm Tues, 2:00 - 5:00 pm Course tuition: $495 AWEP Certification® is good for 4 years and is the highest wilderness medicine certification offered. (Includes 15.5 additional AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ all supplies, syllabus, breakfast, and certificate)

Special Evening Presentation The Quest to Climb & Ski The Seven Summits Kit DesLauriers is the first person to ski from the highest mountain on each continent (The Seven Summits). Her ski and mountaineering feats earned her the 2015 National Geographic Society Adventurer of the Year award. She is the first woman to have won two consecutive World Freeskiing Champion titles. Kit has been a member of the North Face Global Athlete Team since 2005. She has led expeditions around the world, including to the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in the Brooks Range of Alaska where she made first ski descents of the highest peaks and contributed to scientific mapping of the region. Tuesday, July 29, 8:00 PM Kit DesLauriers Photo by Brittany Mumma

Register Online at Wilderness–medicine.com or Call 844-945-3263 Pre-Conference Workshops Wilderness and Urban Survival Wilderness Navigation Saturday, July 27, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $125 Saturday, July 27, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm $125 A unique opportunity to learn and practice both basic and advanced Learn and practice essential skills for safe survival skills from a Navy Seal Instructor and other renowned and efficient wilderness navigation including survival experts who train our elite Special Forces. This all day trip planning and implementation. Practice “hands-on” workshop is a practical and fun, skill building experience, interpreting topographic (contour) maps, designed to prepare you to survive on land, in the sea, in wilderness take and follow compass bearings, and apply and urban environments. Limited enrollment (register early!) altimeter / GPS information. Learn pitfalls Participants will learn how to: to avoid and tricks to get out of • Signal and “be found” • Protect yourself trouble. Course includes a syllabus, • Obtain food and water during a disaster maps and ski lift ride into the • Build fires with primitive tools • Travel safely in developing beautiful mountains around Big • Escape a hotel fire countries and avoid being Sky. We provide compasses, • Construct & improvise “ripped off” altimeters, and GPS units, or survival kits • Find and construct bring your own! • Survive a plane crash emergency shelters Faculty: Nick Beer The Program Saturday, July 27, 2019 2:00 - 4:30 pm Registration 4:30 pm Defining Wilderness Medicine Eric A. Weiss, MD 4:45 pm Hypothermia Prevention & Treatment Eric A. Weiss, MD 5:35 pm Arthropod Envenomation: Spiders, Scorpions, Wasps & Ants Richard F. Clark, MD 6:30 pm Welcome Reception (Families & Friends Invited) Music, Hors d’oeurves and Beverages Sunday, July 28, 2019 7:00 am Late Registration/Continental Breakfast/Exhibits 7:30 am Surviving The Unexpected Night Out Gary Kibbee 8:20 am Snake Envenomation Richard F. Clark, MD 9:10 am Heat-Related Emergencies Eric A. Weiss, MD “Entire faculty was 9:50 am Coffee Break incredible! The most 10:05 am Altitude Illness: Prevention & Treatment fun course I have been Howard Donner, MD to…I didn’t want it 10:55 am Preparing for International Travel: Update on to end.” Immunizations, Malaria Prevention & Safety Catherine Worthy, NP Christopher Sanford, MD 11:45 am Wilderness 911: Mountain Search & Rescue Lanny Johnson, FN/PA 12:35 pm Adjourn – FREE TIME Enjoy Big Sky Country or attend an optional workshop 7:30 pm Avalanche Survival, Safety and Rescue Lanny Johnson, FN/PA 8:30 pm SPECIAL EVENING PROGRAM (Guests Welcome) Disaster Relief & Rescue in Haiti and New Orleans Christopher Sanford, MD

Register Online at Wilderness–medicine.com or Call 844-945-3263 The Program Monday, July 29, 2019 7:00 am Continental Breakfast / Exhibits 7:30 am Travel Medicine Update: Malaria, Dengue, Typhoid, Zika and More… Christopher Sanford, MD 8:20 am Wilderness Dermatology: Poison Ivy/Oak & Other Rashes Lee Kaplan, MD 9:05 am Frostbite Prevention & Treatment Howard Donner, MD “Extraordinary 9:45 am Coffee Break conference... most 10:00 am Backcountry & Expedition Medical Kits enjoyable learning Howard Donner, MD experience I have ever 10:55 am Venomous Sea Creatures & Shark Attacks encountered.” Karen Van Hoesen, MD Joseph Easly, MD 11:45 am Flood & River Rescue, Whitewater Medicine & Safety Kyle Allred, PA-C 12:30 pm Adjourn – FREE TIME Enjoy Big Sky Country or attend an optional workshop 7:45 pm Prevention & Treatment of Blisters Kyle Allred, PA-C 8:30 pm SPECIAL EVENING PROGRAM (Guests Welcome) Polar Scuba Diving in Antarctica Karen Van Hoesen, MD Tuesday, July 30, 2019 7:00 am Continental Breakfast / Exhibits 7:30 am Traveler’s Diarrhea, Giardia, & Other Wilderness Infections Eric A. Weiss, MD 8:20 am Below Sea Level: Updates in Dive Medicine & Safety Karen Van Hoesen, MD “The conference is 9:10 am Sunscreens & Insect Repellents just teaming with Lee Kaplan, MD great speakers... magnificently 9:55 am Coffee Break exciting talks... just 10:10 am Trauma & Improvised Care in Austere Environments a perfect balance of Eric A. Weiss, MD business and fun.” 10:55 am Fracture & Dislocation Management Carol Ferris, MD in the Backcountry Joseph B. Serra, MD 11:50 am “Is There a Doctor on Board?” Medical Emergencies at 35,000 Feet Howard Donner, MD 12:35 pm Adjourn – FREE TIME Enjoy Big Sky Country or attend an optional workshop 7:00 pm Banquet (Guests Welcome) 8:00 pm Special Presentation (Guests Welcome) The Quest to Climb & Ski The Seven Summits Kit DesLauriers Note: Times, topics and speakers may vary somewhat from published brochure and syllabus. * Banquet is optional. Tickets are $55 Register Online at Wilderness–medicine.com or Call 844-945-3263 Workshops & Concurrent Sessions Wednesday, July 31, 2019 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Participants may attend 4 different workshops of their choice. (One hour each - listed below). The workshops below are included in your course tuition, and do not require pre-registration. IMPROVISED PACKAGING, SPLINTING & BACKCOUNTRY WATER PURIFICTION: 1 EVACUATION: This hands-on workshop will 6 Learn how to effectively purify and disinfect water. cover improvised splinting in the backcountry, including Participants will have the opportunity to test different wa- splinting of common injuries using materials found in a ter purifiers and learn about the latest water disinfection typical backpack, building various improvised litters from technologies. Howard J. Donner, MD commonly available outdoor equipment, and stabilizing ORIENTEERING/ROUTEFINDING: An intro- & transporting patients. Howard J. Donner, MD 7 duction to navigation using map, compass, and GPS. FRACTURE & DISLOCATION MANAGE- Nickolas Beer 2 MENT: Learn how to recognize, reduce and SURVIVAL STRATEGIES FOR THE ADVEN- splint fractures and dislocations in the backcountry. 8 TURE TRAVELER: Learn how to protect yourself Joseph B. Serra, MD and stay safe while traveling. Learn what to do if you’re 3 TAKING CHILDREN SAFELY INTO THE caught in a fire, disaster, or hijacked airplane, lose your WILDERNESS: Covers common medical issues passport, and what precautions to take when you’re away for children in backcountry/foreign travel. Learn how to from home. Philip White maximize enjoyment, appreciation, and safety on family LIGHTNING PREVENTION & INJURIES: wilderness trips from a pediatric & emergency wilderness 9 expert. Karen Van Hoesen, MD Lightning is not only spectacular, it is dangerous. Many myths and misconceptions exist about lightning. CLIMATE CHANGE & GLOBAL HEALTH: 4 Learn how to lessen your chances of being struck and how A discussion of multiple ways climate change and to treat lightning injuries. Sheryl Olson, RN/BSN extreme weather patterns may impact the spread of disease and the allocation of health care resources. THE THAI CAVE RESCUE: Cave and other 10 confined spaces are some of the most challenging Sheryl Olson, RN/BSN environments for rescuers. A US Navy SEAL expert 5 WILDERNESS WISDOM FOR WOMEN: In in confined space and dive rescue, who has worked the backcountry, women may have different needs with the Thai Navy SEALs, will discuss the training, and concerns than men. This workshop will address topics special equipment and operational challenges needed such as packing light, personal safety and other needs of to accomplish these difficult rescues and survive in a women traveling in the wilderness or a foreign country. subterranean environment. Gary Kibbee Sheryl Olson, RN/BSN Optional “Hands-on” Workshops PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED & CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED. The optional workshops listed below are offered in conjunction with the conference to enhance your experience. Please note that these workshops are separate from the course workshops which are included with your tuition on Wednesday, July 31st. WILDERNESS SURVIVAL: This workshop is a hands-on skill building experience. You will learn how to construct shelters, obtain food and water, build fires with primitive tools, signal, track, route-finding and survival kits. Sunday, July 28 or Tuesday, July 30, 1:30 – 5:30 pm. $75. Instructor: Gary Kibbee URBAN & TRAVEL SURVIVAL: You have just lost all of your belongings and your passport in an earthquake or act of terrorism. Your hotel was destroyed, and your companion is missing. Few Americans are prepared to cope with this type of crisis. Urban and travel survival can be more challenging than survival in the backcountry. Learn how to travel safely and protect yourself. Monday, July 29, 1:30 - 5:30 pm. $75. Instructors: Gary Kibbee and Phil White WILDERNESS NAVIGATION: Learn and use essential skills for trip planning and travel with map, compass, GPS, and altimeter. Something for everyone: beginner to advanced. Sunday, July 28, 1:30 – 5:30 pm. $70. Instructor: Nick Beer WILDERNESS NAVIGATION PRACTICUM: A great opportunity to learn, practice and hone your skills. Follow a compass bearing, verify your location, and interpret terrain while walking on and off trail at Big Sky. Tuesday, July 30, 1:30 – 5:30 pm. $70. Instructor: Nick Beer ROPES & KNOTS FOR WILDERNESS MEDICINE & RESCUE: Learn how to use ropes and tie knots for high angle rescue, swift water rescue, and improvised medical care. Monday, July 29, 4:30 – 6:30 pm. $40. Instructor: Howard J. Donner, MD BASIC WOUND MANAGEMENT/SUTURE LAB: A practical workshop on suturing and improvised laceration repair in a backcountry environment. Participants will have the opportunity to practice basic suturing, stapling, taping, and tissue gluing techniques on pig limbs. All supplies are provided. (Includes 2.0 additional AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ Tuesday, July 30, 2:00-4:00 pm. $60. Instructor: Lanny Johnson, FNP/PA TRACKING: Learn the lost art of tracking from veteran tracker Scott Kuipers. The ability to notice subtle disturbances in the environment left behind by others (called sign cutting) can be life saving— for finding lost persons and getting out of trouble. Participants also gain insight on animal behavior and human impacts on the natural world. Monday July 29, and Tuesday, July 30, 1:30 – 5:30 pm. $70. Instructor: Scott Kupiers Register Online at Wilderness–medicine.com or Call 844-945-3263 About Our Distinguished Faculty

Course Director ERIC A. WEISS, MD, FACEP: Professor of HOWARD J. DONNER, MD: Emergency Medicine (Emeritus), Stanford Filmmaker/Physician/Guide, Member University School of Medicine, Founder and 1997 Nova Everest Expedition; NASA former Director, Stanford University consultant; expedition physician, 1988 Wilderness Medicine Fellowship; Author of American Kangchenjunga Expedition; A Comprehensive Guide to Wilderness and Medical Officer, Denali Medical Research Travel Medicine and Editor of Wilderness & Project; Certified Flight Instructor, Environmental Medicine in the 2017 Clinics of Founding Co-Author of Field Guide to Wilderness Medicine. North America. LEE KAPLAN, MD: Clinical Professor of RICHARD F. CLARK, MD, FACEP: Dermatology, University of California, San Professor of Emergency Medicine, UC San Diego, Former Chief of the Dermatology Diego School of Medicine, Executive Section of Scripps Memorial Hospital, La Director, California Poison Control System, Jolla, CA. Director, Division of Medical Toxicology and Medical Director of Pharmacy, UCSD Medical Center, Vice-Chair, UCSD Department of Emergency Medicine, San Diego, CA. JOESEPH B. SERRA, MD: Founding CHRISTOPHER A. SANFORD, MD, Member of the Wilderness Medical Society; MPH, DTM&H: Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgeon, Stockton, California, Family Medicine and Global Health, 25 year member, National Ski Patrol, University of Washington, Seattle; Co- Orthopedic Surgeon, Rotary International Director, UW Travel Medicine Clinic; to Africa. Author of The Global Traveler’s Guide to Health and The Traveland Tropical Medicine Manual.

LANNY JOHNSON, FNP/PA: Physician KAREN B. VAN HOESEN, MD, FACEP: Assistant, Jackson Hole, Wyoming; Professor of Emergency Medicine, Director, Medical Advisor and former Climbing Park UCSD Diving Medicine Center and Dive Ranger and Park Paramedic, Grand Teton Medicine Fellowship, University of National Park, Wyoming. California San Diego School of Medicine, San Diego, CA. Former Board of Directors and consultant for Divers Alert Network (DAN).

Optional “Hands-on” Workshops SHERYL OLSON, RN, BSN: Outdoor KYLE ALLRED, PA-C: Professional Survival and Navigation Instructor, expedition and whitewater guide; Has Flight Nurse, Wilderness Safety guided extensively on five continents; Instructor, Cruise Ship Nurse, Colorado Wilderness survival instructor; Springs, Colorado. Co-founder of MedCram.com and MedWild.com

PHILIP WHITE: Fire Chief (retired), GARY KIBBEE: Navy Seal; Special South San Francisco Fire Department; Forces Survival Instructor; swiftwater Senior Fire Instructor and Instructor rescue, high angle rescue, and dive rescue of Heavy Rescue (building collapse); instructor; specialist in tactical and Hazardous Materials specialist; CBRNE wilderness medicine, escape and evasion, Project Manager, Bay Area Urban Area and confined space rescue. Security Initiative.

DORA KIBBEE, EMT: Survival NICK BEER: Research Consultant, Instructor specializing in children, teen University of Washington, Navigation and and adult survival instruction and first Survival Instructor and Guide; Outward aid; Specialist in International Relations Bound Chief Instructor. and International Travel Safety.

KIT DESLAURIERS: First person SCOTT KUIPERS, EMT: Wilderness to ski from the highest mountain on Survival Instructor, professional tracker each continent (The Seven Summits). and guide: onset medic for film and TV Awarded the 2015 National Geographic productions. Clients include State and Society Adventurer of the Year. Two-time Federal agencies, military, law World Freeskiing Women’s Champion; enforcement and entertainment industry. Author, Higher Love: Skiing the Seven Register OnlineSummits; Teton at Village, Wilderness WY. –medicine.com or Call 844-945-3263 Register Online at Wilderness–medicine.com or Call 844-945-3263 CME Accreditation This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of the Center for Emergency Medical Education (CEME) and Wilderness and Travel Medicine, LLC. The Center for Emergency Medical Education (CEME) is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Credit Designation: The Center for Emergency Medical Education (CEME) designates this live activity for a maximum of 39.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Main conference earns 24 credits, Optional AWEP course earns 15.50 credits and Optional Wound Management course earns 2.0 credits. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. This activity is anticipated to offer up to 39.5 hours of AOA Category 2-A CME credit, pending approval by the AOA. Disclosure: It is the policy of Center for Emergency Medical Education (CEME) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all its sponsored educational activities, and that all contributors present information in an objective, unbiased manner without endorsement or criticism of specific products or services and that the relationships that contributors disclose will not influence their contributions. Those in a position to control the content of this educational activity are required to disclose to learners all relevant financial relationships with any commercial interests prior to the beginning of the educational activity. Resolution of Conflicts of Interest: In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Commercial Support of CME, the Center for Emergency Medical Education implemented mechanisms, prior to the planning and implementation of this CME activity, to identify and resolve conflicts of interest for all individuals in a position to control content of this CME activity. AAFP: Application for CME credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Determination of credit is pending. ACEP: Application for CME credit has been filed with American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP). Determination of credit is pending. Nurse Credit: Under the new BRN guidelines, this course is also accredited for up to 39.5 hours of nursing credit. Physician Assistants: The American Association of Physician Assistants accepts Category 1 CME approval from organizations accredited by the ACCME. Program Objectives • Identify prevention and treatment of altitude illness based on an understanding of the underlying physiology • Recognize and properly manage frostbite in the field • Identify and treat hypothermia in the field • Identify fracture and dislocation in the wilderness • Identify the pathophysiology, and treatment of heat related illness Target Audience: Primary care physicians, nurses, physician assistants, and other health care providers who might encounter patients in remote settings or who may treat patients that develop medical problems after visiting remote areas. No outside commercial support has been received for this activity. 3 Easy Registration Options Visit Wilderness-Medicine.com ––– or ––– Call 844-945-3263 ––– or ––– Mail, e-mail, or fax this form: Big Sky Summer Registration – July 28 ‑31, 2019 Name______Title______Address______City______State/Zip______Phone______E-mail ______❑ Physician $760 ❑ PA/NP $595 ❑ Nurse $545 ❑ Non Professional (no CME) $400 ❑ Residents / Medical Students* / Paramedics/EMT’s $495 We’re proud to offer a 20% discount to Active Military *Student Scholarships available. Call for details. ❑ “Team” (group) discounts - 3 or more participants from the same institution can sign up simultaneously and receive $100 off of each registration fee. Use Code: Group3 Method of Payment [ ] Visa [ ] Mastercard [ ] American Express [ ] Check (please make checks payable to Wilderness Medicine) Account #______Exp:______/______CVV# ______Register by Mail: Wilderness Medicine, 3790 El Camino Real, Suite 2029, Palo Alto, CA 94306 Register by Fax: (650) 887-2113 E-mail: [email protected] 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). ENROLLMENT – Advance registration is required and attendance will be limited. Tuition includes USB syllabus, welcome reception and continental breakfasts. REFUNDS must be requested by June 27, 2019, and will be subject to a $100 service charge. After that date no refunds will be given. Sponsors cannot be responsible forRegister travel difficulty due toOnline road or weather conditions.at Wilderness –medicine.com or Call 844-945-3263 Lodging Traveling to Big Sky LODGING BEGINNING AT $95! BIGHORN CONDOMINIUMS These fine units offer three bedrooms and are within an easy walk to the A wide selection of hotel conference center. Rates start at $218. rooms and condominiums have been reserved for confer- VILLAGE CENTER SUITES - New one and two ence participants. A sampling bedroom slope-side condo units. Rates start at $153. of accommodations is listed WHITEWATER INN - 10 miles from conference below. Book online by visit- center. Rates starting at $95. ing wilderness-medicine.com or by calling Big Sky Resort TRAVEL TO BIG SKY at 1-800-548-4486 and iden- With excellent air service, Big Sky is easy to reach from tifying yourself as a wilderness medicine participant. any major city in the US. Flights are operated daily by Alaska, Allegiant, American, Delta, Frontier, Jet Suite HUNTLEY LODGE is located at the base of Lone X, and United. Big Sky is located 43 miles south of Mountain and is adjacent to the conference center. Bozeman. The drive takes you along the spectacular There is an elegant dining room, Chet’s Bar, outdoor Gallatin River, star of the movie, A River Runs Through heated pool, jacuzzi, saunas, and a game room. Rates It. Have your camera ready to capture the bountiful start at $124. wildlife you may encounter. SHOSHONE LODGE – Deluxe view condominiums EXCLUSIVE TRAVEL DISCOUNTS next to the conference center. Suites to accommodate Wilderness Medicine has arranged special meeting up to 6 people. Rates start at $200. discounts on airfare and car rentals for attendees and SUMMIT HOTEL/CONDOMINIUM – Big Sky’s their guests. Please visit the Big Sky Conference travel finest accommodations with hotel rooms, studios, and page at wilderness-medicine.com for details. 3-bedroom condominium suites. Rates start at $166. Excellent shuttle service between Bozeman Yellowstone STILLWATER CONDOMINIUMS – Within easy International Airport (BZN) and Big Sky is available walking distance to the conference center. Rates start through Karst Stage (Karststage.com), (406) 556-3500. at $112. Enter meeting code WildMed2019 for discounted fare. Recreation / Activities Discover why Montana is called Big Sky Country! We have put together some of the areas best offerings to enhance your experience of this fantastic destination. A brief outline follows or you can view the full details at wilderness-medicine.com. DISCOVER YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK — ONLY 18 MILES SOUTH! — Yellowstone, the world’s oldest national park, is a national treasure and a World Heritage Site. Led by the fabled Old Faithful, the park has 10,000 geysers and hot springs, the greatest concentration on the planet. Over 1,000 miles of trails lead through incredible scenery and allow visitors to see bison, bighorns, bull elk, grizzly bears, moose, pronghorn, and trumpeter swans. Spectacular GrandH Teton National Park and Jackson Hole are also nearby. WHITEWATER RAFTING — On the Blue Ribbon Gallatin River- star of the movie “A River Runs Through It.” Exhilarating class III/IV whitewater and inspiring scenery make for a memorable experience! 1/2 day and full day trips are available. Call Geyser Whitewater at 406-995-4989, or visit raftmontana.com to book. Rafting the Gallatin River KAYAK INSTRUCTION — Taught by the finest guides in the area. Learn the basics of reading currents, catching eddies, and avoiding obstacles. Enjoy 1/2 day instruction on the beautiful Gallatin River. Be sure to ask about kayak clinics for kids. Call Geyser Whitewater at 406-995-4989, or visit raftmontana.com to book GUIDED FLYFISHING TRIPS — The Big Sky area is home to five Blue Ribbon trout streams all within easy driving distance. Call Gallatin River Guides 406-995-2290 for guided trips. FLYFISHING INSTRUCTIONAL WORKSHOP — Our introduction to flyfishing class will feature an hour of instruction detailing equipment selection, fly selection, fishing strategies, and stream conservation. Then enjoy personalized casting instruction by a professional guide. After class, hire a guide or go-it-on-your-own to practice your new skills on the Gallatin River, one of Montana’s finest trout streams. Includes use of rod and reel. Call Gallatin River Guides 406-995-2290, or visit montanaflyfishing.com. MONTANA BY HORSEBACK— Native wranglers saddle you up at the homestead for a journey into the spectacular backcountry of Porcupine Creek. Experience incredible vistas of the Gallatin National Forest - with snow capped peaks, mountain meadows and abundant wildlife. Two hour rides scheduled with longer trips available. 12 years old and up. Call Cache Creek at 406-995-3888, cachecreekoutfitters.com or Jake’s Horses at 800-352-5956, jakeshorses.com HIKING — Imagine endless trails, fresh air, unbelievable vistas, strolling with animals...and you can begin to visualize the experience gained by hiking with our local naturalists and wildlife guides. Beginner and intermediate hikes available or just grab a map and explore on your own. ROCK CLIMBING — Guided trips/instruction with Montana Alpine Guides. Beginners to advanced skill levels. Fun for the whole family. Horseback trip in the adjacent Rockies 406-586-8430. mtalpine.com

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WELCOME TO MONTANA – “BIG SKY” COUNTRY! Montana has been called the “last best place in the country.” Big Sky, Montana has been chosen for this meeting because of its wonderful natural beauty, first-class meeting and lodging facilities, and its close proximity to Yellowstone National Park. The nearby Gallatin River was the star of the movie “A River Runs Through It”. The summer weather at Big Sky is ideal – usually warm sunny days and cool nights. The landscape is lush and green with an abundance of wildflowers, and the surrounding peaks can be snow-capped into late summer. 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.

This series of workshops and activities have been designed to maximize enjoyment and education for your entire family. Our Youth Wilderness Education Program for Children is nationally acclaimed and classes fill quickly! Please register early as space is limited. Visit wilderness-medicine.com for course dates and times. SURVIVAL Survival for Kids — An interactive and educational workshop designed exclusively for children that provides a positive, fun and rewarding experience. Children learn how to avoid getting lost, how to spend a survival night out, and how to stay warm. Includes practice signaling and building improvised shelters. (Ages 6-11) $70. Survival for Teens — This course is designed to teach older children how to navigate safely, avoid getting lost in the backcountry, build improvised shelters and fires, find food, and survive an unexpected night out. (Ages 12 and up) $70. Surviving International Travel & Study Abroad — Many students travel abroad during high school and college for classes and semesters Children learn to build improvised shelters. in foreign countries, and many leave the US without adequate prepa- ration. This interactive course will teach important lessons on preparing for foreign travel, situational aware- ness, safety, lost passports and other important documents, communication and how to cope with a crisis or emergency when away from home. (Ages 12 and up) $70 FIRST AID Wilderness First Aid For Kids — This course will teach children how to recognize and manage common medical problems and emergencies. (Ages 7-11) $70. Wilderness First Aid For Teens — This exciting hands-on course is designed to teach young adults how to take care of themselves and others in an emergency. Includes a first aid kit. (Ages 12 and up) $75. ORIENTEERING Orienteering — Teaches children and teens basic map skills in an outdoor setting. Make and use maps, and finish with a fun scavenger hunt and mini-orienteering course. Students keep the provided map /compass (Ages 10 and up). $70. Orienteering Competition for Teens — Includes basic instruction in this international sport and a real compe- tition with prizes! Students keep the provided map and compass. $70. ACTIVITIES Adventure/Wildlife Movie — Nightly, 7 pm Free. Wall Climbing Clinic — Learn basics of rock climbing and belaying from experienced professionals. Kayak Clinic — Geyser Whitewater’s guides introduce your child to this exciting sport (Ages 11-16). WILDERNESS ART CLASS Learn the basics of sketching & how to realistically depict scenes. We will go outside and sketch the wonderful scenery found in Big Sky. No experience necessary. All supplies provided (Ages 12 and up). $70.

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