Desert Mountain Medicine Certification
Backcountry Ready Outdoor Education is proud to be a provider of Desert Mountain Medicine (DMM) wilderness medicine courses. This course follows the DMM curriculum and is a DMM-sponsored certification.
Upon successful completion and certification, students become part of the DMM alumni community and receive access to the DMM Alumni Portal, which includes online continuing education opportunities and additional resources to support ongoing learning and skill development.
Hybrid Wilderness First Responder Recertification (WRC)
September 14–16, 2026 | Salt Lake City, Utah
Course Description
The Hybrid Wilderness First Responder Recertification (WRC) offers a flexible blend of online and in-person learning designed for experienced WFRs ready to refresh and update their skills. This 32-hour course aligns with the latest Wilderness Medical Society Clinical Practice Guidelines and Wilderness Medicine Education Collaborative (WMEC) certification standards.
Through hands-on skill stations, real-world scenarios, simulations, and group discussions, participants confidently apply current best practices in wilderness medicine for remote environments where professional help may be delayed.
Certifications Earned
Upon successful completion, participants receive:
Wilderness First Responder (WFR) – 3-year certification
CPR/AED – 3-year certification
Wilderness Anaphylaxis Training (WAT) – 2-year certification
Courses following WMEC standards support recertification reciprocity and broad recognition within the outdoor and EMS communities.
Course Format
8 hours self-paced online coursework
Hosted on CANVAS®, featuring readings, videos, case studies, quizzes, and a midterm exam
Students progress at their own pace with instructor support
Online access typically opens ~2 weeks before the in-person portion begins
All online material must be completed by the start of class on April 17th
24 hours in-person instruction (3 days)
Hands-on skill stations, scenarios, simulations, and group discussions
Builds on online learning to refresh skills and reinforce best practices in wilderness medicine
Prerequisites
Participants must hold a current Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification. Students are required to provide certification information during registration.
This course is a dedicated WFR Recertification for WMEC and non-WMEC compliant courses. Online-only courses are not eligible for recertification.
Email Becky if you have questions regarding eligibility.
Continuing Education & College Credit
Eligible for up to 18 EMT continuing education hours with the NREMT and the Colorado state EMS office
Optional college credit available through University of Colorado Denver
What to Expect
Expect an active, hands-on learning environment, rather than 2-3 Days of lectures.
This course emphasizes hands-on practice and real-world scenarios, reviewing core assessment frameworks, trauma and medical scenarios, and updates in wilderness medicine guidelines.
By the end of the course, participants will be prepared to confidently respond to medical emergencies in remote environments, manage patient care when evacuation may be delayed, and maintain skills needed for professional and recreational settings.
Is This Course Right for You?
This course is designed for currently certified Wilderness First Responders who want to refresh their skills, stay current with wilderness medicine practices, and renew their WFR certification.
This course is a good fit if you:
Hold a current WFR certification and are approaching your recertification date
Want a hands-on refresher focused on practical wilderness medicine skills
Work or recreate in environments where access to definitive medical care may be delayed
Are an outdoor professional, guide, educator, search and rescue team member, or frequent backcountry traveler
Want to build confidence assessing and managing patients in remote environments
Prefer a combination of self-paced online learning and hands-on, in-person training
Not sure if your current WFR certification qualifies for recertification?
Please reach out before registering. We are happy to help you determine whether your current certification meets the requirements for this course.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation: Students must cancel at least one week prior to the course start date to receive a refund.
Illness: Due to the hands-on nature of training, if you are feeling ill within 24–48 hours of the course start, please reach out to Becky to discuss symptoms and options for transferring to a future course (hosted by either Backcountry Ready Outdoor Education or Desert Mountain Medicine, depending on course type & format).