Backcountry Ready Testimonials

See what previous students have to say about taking courses through Backcountry Ready & Desert Mountain Medicine

Backcountry Ready Outdoor Education

“Becky did a marvelous job relaying information, answering questions, and making sure we felt comfortable really learning & absorbing this huge amount of information.”

— Jake | HWFR Student

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“Becky conveyed the needed information in a way that was easy to understand but also in a way that was practical. She instructed us without judgment when we made mistakes and helped us work through what we should have done differently.”

— Sarah | HWFR Student (Field Course: Indian Creek, UT 2024)

Testimonials about Becky’s teaching style and classroom demeanor

  • “Becky was the absolute best! She was so warm and encouraging, it created a super comfy and safe place to learn and fail. I’m so happy I got to learn from them!"

    Laurie | HWFR Student

  • Becky, it meant more than I can express that you used my correct pronouns. Thank you for committing your additional time to ensure our practical skills were completed well. You were so patient and clear when anybody asked complicated questions or needed something repeated.

    Grace | HWFR Student

  • "I really appreciate your sensitivity around mental health in the field & women’s health concerns."

    Lindsey | HWFR Student

  • My instructor was so awesome and knowledgeable. She made me (as a woman) feel like I belong in the outdoor medical world

    Megan | WFA Student

  • "Becky: high energy and enthusiastic about the course material. Extremely thorough and encouraged discussions"

    Keith | HWFR Student

  • Becky did an amazing job making sure we had breaks, hands on practice, and answered all of our questions. She was supportive and took the time to really teach her students."

    Jamie | HWFR Student

  • “Becky: professional & knowledgeable. She was great at conveying information & demonstrating skills and is clearly passionate about Wilderness Medicine”

    Morgan | WFR Recertification Student

  • Becky - You are amazing and so inspirational with all of the knowledge you have. Thank you for being so kind and welcoming.

    Damon | WFA Student

  • "I loved the hands on experience, being able to ask multiple questions, seeing video examples, and the props made everything feel more life like."

    Nolan | WFA Student

  • “Becky did an amazing job and covered the material in a way that was easy for me to learn. She was very patient and understanding"

    Keegan | WFR Recertification Student

  • “Absolutely, Becky explained just the right amount of info. She was thorough, but didn’t add too much. She kept everything relevant and provided ample practice time”

    Anonymous | WFA Student

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