AMAZON FISHING - CME ADVENTURE

Sept. 30th - Oct. 8th, 2023

**THIS TRIP IS FULL - PLEASE CONTACT US FOR WAITLIST**

First-Class 8-night Amazon CME Adventure

- Ride along 800km/600 miles of Marie River´s pure, thrilling waters where the renowned biggest peacock bass in the amazon lives. All while enjoying second-to-none accommodation on the untamed amazon, an exemplar of green shipping: a vessel that is fully powered with solar energy and equipped with its own water treatment plant. Get on board to enjoy amazonian sunrises from a unique point of view and experience fly fishing from a whole new perspective.
- The Rio Marié is the first river in the Amazon Basin in which the Brazilian Government has collaborated with the local Native Communities to develop an ambitious project designed to protect the 800 km wildlife preserve while promoting catch-and-release fly fishing, and providing exclusive access rights.
- Through the cooperation of the Native Communities, the Brazilian Government, and Untamed Angling (the same South American outfitters who introduced the world to La Zona in Argentina and Tsimane in Bolivia), Rio Marié is now the very first - and only - truly and legally exclusive fly fishing area of the entire Amazon Negro Basin. This protected area encompasses more than 400 miles of virgin waters, boasting a healthy population of giant peacock bass. The Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources (IBAMA) has conducted numerous biological studies in the region. This research has demonstrated impressive results: Rio Marié holds at least twice the quantity of trophy-sized peacock bass compared with any other sport fishing destination in the Rio Negro basin. For anglers, this translates into very real opportunities to consistently hook and release the largest peacock bass on Earth, in fly-fishing only water, with no pressure from conventional anglers as is found elsewhere.
- The Rio Marié is entirely located inside a far-reaching Indian Territory, an area of more than 2 million hectares This untouched environment has more than 800 kilometers of rivers, 180 known creeks, 60 lakes, and three major tributaries inside the new operation area. It is the first exclusive fly-fishing only project allowed and supported by Brazilian Government. Official Environmental and Indian Institutes worked together with the Indian Association to create the very first official sport fishing operation in Brazil inside an indigenous Indian Territory. This brings a new level of commitment inside the current peacock bass fishing world within the Amazon region!

Plenty of water to keep us busy chasing fish that rarely will see humans and anglers.

CERTIFICATION

• Approved for up to 13 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits and WMS FAWM Credits 

• 13 FAWM Credits towards your Fellowship

• “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 the beautiful Amazon 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. 30th: Arrive in Manaus & Transport to Hotel in time for Dinner and Introduction to Course / Overnight Hotel

• Day 2 – Sunday., Oct 1st: Chartered Float Plane to the “Untamed Amazon”, our own deluxe vessel, specially designed for the Marié project and the First Green Ship in the Amazon - Afternoon / Evening Lectures

• Day 3 – Monday Oct. 2nd: Fishing/Activities:  Afternoon / Evening Lectures

• Day 4 – Tuesday Oct. 3rd: Fly Fishing/Activities:  Afternoon / Evening Lectures

• Day 5 – Wednesday Oct. 4th: Fly Fishing/Activities:  Afternoon / Evening Lectures

• Day 6 - Thursday Oct. 5th: Fly Fishing/Activities:  Afternoon / Evening Lectures

• Day 7 - Friday Oct. 6th: Fly Fishing/Activities:  Afternoon / Evening Lectures

• Day 8 - Sat. Oct. 7th: Fly Fishing/Course Wrap-up/ Final Group Dinner

• Day 9 - Sunday Oct. 8th: Fly Back to Manaus (Book Late Flight Back Home on the 8th or Optional Overnight in Manaus and Depart on Oct. 9th)

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, COVID infections, and other potential trip delays. In addition, rescue / evacuation insurance is 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 and you can sign-up below.

ACCOMODATIONS:

• Our AMAZON Fishing / Lodging package allows our guests to enjoy an all inclusive experience located on the “Untamed Amazon” which resides on the legendary rivers and streams we will fish.

• Lodging is considered double occupancy as there are only 8 rooms on the boat with max. of 16 guests.

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COST: (Please review all inclusions and exclusions)

• Deposit: $5000

• Course + CME: $8750 (Deposit $5000 due at time of registration)

• Non-CME Participant: $8500

  *****These prices do NOT include a $700 Native Community Fee (Cash); Tips (est. $750pp Cash), or

  Rental Fishing Gear if needed ($200)

• Limited Spots: 16

3% Online Payment Fee included at Check-out. To Save 3% register to pay via Check below:

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

INCLUDED: All Charter Flights from Manaus and Boat Transfers, All necessary ground transfers in Manaus, Brazil, 6 days fishing, fully guided (2-3 clients / guide), 7 Night All inclusive: lodging, meals, and beverage (including wine, beer, and spirits), One overnight at 4*Hotel in Manaus on arrival, Guide-operated, 21 foot, fully-equipped shallow draft skiff per each two/three anglers, Fishing License, CME, Daily laundry and maid service at fishing destinations & Wild Med Gift.

EXCLUDED: International Airfare, travel insurance & rescue insurance (required), Airport Departure Tax, Native Community Fee ($700 in cash on arrival), Tips & Gratuities for camp staff and Guides (estimated $700-750), Flies and Tackles (Can Rent for $200), any personal gear you may want to bring. Alcoholic drinks while in Manaus or any optional city tours or extra nights lodging not mentioned above. Any costs that may be incurred from illness, quarantine, cancellations of flights or necessary evacuations.

***Please note: Full payment due within 90 days of course or a $500 fee will be added to your final cost**

• Cancellation Policy: Your deposit for the course is nonrefundable, so please buy TRIP INSURANCE. 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 $500 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.

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 Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint providership of the Wilderness Medical Society and Wild Med Adventures, LLC. The Wilderness Medical Society 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 educational activity for a maximum of 13 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM. Each physician should only claim 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 incredible 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

MAIN EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:

• The goal of the Wilderness Medical Society Fishing CME Conference is to provide participants with a unique environment to experience essential medically-related topics and learn skills while collaborating with 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 the Amazon, 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:

• Anyone can attend. - 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 Medicine & Fishing

• A minimal level of physical fitness

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 and share the ultimate fishing CME experience !