ALASKA FLY-FISHING CME ADVENTURE

Sept. 10 - 17th, 2022

Join our First-Class 7 night Alaska Fly-Fishing CME course at the Naknek River Camp 

• We will complete the core curriculum of this Fishing Adventure CME course while fly-fishing in Alaska and exploring the many rivers and creeks in this beautiful area. Enjoy 6 days of fly-fishing with the highly regarded Alaska Fishing guides. Get a chance to fish alongside Alaskan Brown Bears and take in the majestic beauty of one of the last remaining frontiers. Earn 13 hours of CME via lectures / work-shops, enjoy excellent food and drinks all while making new friends and enjoying some of the best fishing around. You will have the opportunity to fish for multiple different species. See pics below. In addition, earn credits towards your FAWM via the WMS society. This is a must-do trip for fishing enthusiasts. 

CERTIFICATION:

• Approved for up to 13.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM and WMS FAWM Credits 

• 13 FAWM Credits towards your Fellowship

• All educational content presented in this activity has been reviewed and validated as appropriate in keeping with sound scientific principles. 

• “This course has been approved for Fellowship in the Academy of Wilderness Medicine (FAWM) credits

through the Wilderness Medical Society. Actual credits awarded depend on personal credit needs and history.”

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:

• An opportunity to Fly Fish in beautiful Alaska with respectable fly-fishing guides while gaining valuable medical knowledge

• Experience wilderness medicine in context doing what you love to do

• Enjoy a full service lodge with excellent food, drinks and hospitality with a rustic atmosphere

• Build friendships to last a lifetime

ITINERARY: (Speakers and times may change slightly based on availability and weather)

• Day 1 – Sat., Sept. 10th: Arrive at King Salmon Airport & Transport to Naknek River Lodge in time for Dinner and Introduction to Course

• Day 2 – Sunday, Sept. 11th: Fly Fishing/Activities:  Afternoon / Evening Lectures

• Day 3 – Monday, Sept. 12th: Fly Fishing/Activities:  Afternoon / Evening Lectures

• Day 4 – Tues., Sept. 13th: Fly Fishing/Activities:  Afternoon / Evening Lectures

• Day 5 – Wednesday, Sept. 14th: Fly Fishing/Activities:  Afternoon / Evening Lectures

• Day 6 - Thursday, Sept. 15th: Fly Fishing/Activities:  Afternoon / Evening Lectures

• Day 7 - Friday, Sept. 16th: Fly Fishing/Activities:  Afternoon / Evening Lectures: FINAL MEAL

• Day 8 - Saturday, Sept. 17th: Course Wrap-Up and Transport back to King Salmon Airport

MAIN EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:

• The goal of the Outdoor Illness & Injuries Fishing CME Conference is to provide participants with a unique environment to experience essential medically-related topics and learn skills while collaborating with Naknek River Guides through educational activities including lectures, hands on work-shops, training modules and fishing excursions.

• Development of this CME curriculum is formed by the following key objectives:

  • Provide educational opportunities based on core curriculum of the Academy of Wilderness Medicine.

  • Provide education of value to providers who care for the medical needs and also those involved with coordination of hunting & fishing related educational activities, including medical providers who must educate and instruct hunter safety with their patients.

  • Provide education of interest to wilderness and austere-activity enthusiasts.

• After attending this conference, the participants will be able to:

  • Establish a set of treatment priorities for care of the sick or injured in remote settings.

  • Prevent, diagnose, and manage illnesses and injuries in austere environments.

  • Demonstrate increased knowledge and skill in recognizing and treating the most common illnesses and injuries encountered in remote hunting environments, including hyperthermia, hypothermia, cold injuries, and wound management.

  • Understand objective risk-assessment in wilderness environments from the perspective of the medical professional acting as a trip leader.

  • Understand the pathophysiology and management of acute emergencies related to remote environments and potential high velocity ballistic injuries.

  • Perform a pre-departure assessment of the participant’s pre-existing medical conditions and plan an appropriate medical kit & care.

THE  TEAM / FACULTY:

• The fishing logistics and leadership will be provided by extremely experienced guides from Alaska, whose team members have a wealth of knowledge and experience.

• The Wild Med Adventures Team are all well traveled and experienced and promise to make your CME experience both educational and informative, but please note that we are only responsible for the educational aspect of this trip. For more information regarding our instructor's background - please see BIO's for instructor information.

PRE-REQUISITES: (NONE !)

• EMT, Paramedic, Nurse, PA, NP, RRT, PhD or Physician for the CME portion.

• If no CME needed, please feel free to attend and enjoy the lectures (we may be able to offer a discount on some courses)

• A keen interest in wilderness first aid & fishing

• A minimal level of physical fitness

• Naknek River Camp will help those with minimal experience and they provide all gear and education

TRIP INSURANCE:

• Delegates should have personal insurance to cover any in-country medical examinations, treatment or rescue/evacuation as well as some form of trip insurance to cover missed flights, weather delays, lost luggage and other potential trip delays. In addition, rescue / evacuation insurance is recommended but no required. However, Wild Med Adventures is not responsible for any costs that are incurred due to injury or illness requiring medical evacuation or hospitalization. We recommend Global Rescue for all of our trips.

LODGING:  -  "Naknek River Camp"

• Our Alaskan Lodge package allows our guests to enjoy an all inclusive experience just steps away from the legendary rivers and streams of the remote Alaskan Wilderness. The lodge is surrounded by many rivers and waterways which is home to abundant wildlife.

• Lodging is considered double occupancy. If single occupancy in a deal-breaker contact us and we may be able to work something out for an extra fee if conference is not full.

SOLD OUT

• Deposit: $2500

• Course + CME: $5250 (Deposit $2500 due at time of registration)

• Spouse or Significant Other: $4750 (No CME & must share room with you)

• Limited Spots (10)

A 3% Online Payment Fee is included at Check-out if paying by credit card. To Save 3% send check or money order to:

Wild Med Adventures, 7100 Christy Creek, Morehead, KY 40351

INCLUDED: 7 Nights Lodging, transportation from King Salmon Airport to lodge, all equipment, CME, wader rentals / fishing gear, 6 days fishing, all meals and snacks, fishing guides (1 guide: 2 anglers).  Please Bring your own waders and 6 or 8 wt. reel/rod if you have them.

EXCLUDED: Airfare to/from King Salmon Airport; travel insurance & rescue insurance (recommended), & any personal gear you may want to bring. TIPS for guides and house staff (estimated $500/pp). Fishing License approx. $100. SAT phone charges if needed or any specialty alcoholic beverages.

***Please note: Full payment due within 90 days of course or a $250 fee will be added to your final cost**

• Cancellation Policy: Your deposit for the course is nonrefundable. The entire balance of your course fee will be due 90 days prior to departure. If you have not paid in full prior to 90 days before the start of the course a late fee of $250 will be applied to final cost or we have the right to cancel your trip. There will be no refund after 90 days prior to course. If you cancel before 90 days, you will be reimbursed course fee minus deposit.

• We have a maximum number of 16 participants including instructors depending on shared beds.

FACULTY DISCLOSURE / CME

• It is the policy of Wild Med Adventures, LLC to ensure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor. All faculty members are required to disclose any real or apparent conflict of interest related to the content of their presentations.

• Accordingly, the Wilderness Medical Society has determined there are no conflicts to report associated with this conference.

• ACCME 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 Wilderness Medical Society (WMS) and Wild Med Adventures. The WMS is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.”

• All educational content presented in this activity has been reviewed and validated as appropriate in keeping with sound scientific principles. 

• The Wilderness Medical Society designates this live activity for a maximum of 13.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) TM. Each physician should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

ATTENDING THIS COURSE YOU WILL:

• Learn the latest practical hands-on wilderness medical skills for patient assessment, stabilization and evacuation.

• Practice your skills while enjoying the Naknek River Lodge and fly-fishing

• Work with our expert faculty and local Fly-Fishing guides to develop your knowledge and awareness regarding hunting & fishing injuries

• Obtain up to 13 hours of CME and Fellowship credits from the Wilderness Medical Society towards your FAWM

• Our program focuses on treatment of the most common injuries and illnesses encountered while hunting & fishing and practical skills for assessment, splinting, wraps, carries and more

TARGET AUDIENCE: 

• Intended as continuing education for physicians, PA's, NP's, nurses, and medics who aspire to work or teach as a field instructor/provider in recreational hunting environments or who may work in remote clinics and deal with the injuries sustained by hunters.

• Graduates from other wilderness medicine programs (e.g. FAWM, MFAWM) who want to gain experience and skills in Fly-Fishing / Remote Medicine

• Individuals pursuing a Fellowship in the Academy of Wilderness Medicine (FAWM™)

PLEASE INQUIRE WITH ANY ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS

We hope to meet you in Alaska and share the ultimate fishing CME experience !