AdventureMed

A gut feeling changed everything. ✨

In 1984, Cilla Leavitt almost said no to starting Yale's wilderness orientation program. That instinct to call back launched a 41-year journey—from 48 freshmen in the Catskills to 668 participants across six wilderness regions.

Read her story of midnight rescues, wilderness first aid training, and why FOOT keeps bringing her back. Link in bio: /blog. 👆

When shoulder season hits (or what normal people call fall), it’s a perfect time to engage in those more high intensity actives too hot for the summer. While mountain biking is a great option, the chance for injury is high. A couple recommendations to be prepared for the unexpected medical emergency include
— ALWAYS WEAR THE CORRECT HELMET
— carry a small first aid kit with an emphasis on wound management
— if someone falls, get them off the trail as quickly and safely as possible to avoid a collision
— bike with friends!

Comment below your favorite first aid gear for this high intensity, injury prone activity!

Rain in the forecast can be daunting and, in some cases, can ruin a trip. But sometimes (most of the time) the weather is worth it.

It’s almost fall y’all. Get ready for a season shift in environmental medical concerns, shorter days, and the arrival of winter.

New location alert!

Join us in Fayetteville, WV on Oct 2-3 for a hybrid Wilderness Life Support for Medical Professionals (WLS:MP) course! This class has online course work before the start, allowing the in-person session to focus on group discussion, practical skills, and scenario-based learning.

Medical professionals of all levels are eligible to earn CME and FAWM credit for attending the course. Apply your life-saving medical skills to the backcountry today!

Sign up now at https://adventuremed.com/course/wlsmp-fayetteville-wv/

Class is cool. Class with wildlife sightings is cooler.

Sergeant Rescue Training & Consulting, LLC is hosting a Wilderness Life Support for Medical Professionals (WLS:MP) course from Oct 24-26, 2025 in Madisonburg, PA.

Earn CME and FAWM credit while applying life saving skills to the austere environment. This course is one you don't want to miss! Sign up today at https://sergeant-rescue-training---consulting.jumbula.com/2025/WLSMP25002

What’s in an AdventureMed medical kit? Let’s look!

As we know, no perfect medical kit exists for every situation. This kit was specifically built for our Cirque Series WFR volunteers. With that in mind, this bag is designed for a day trip, where ski patrol is nearby for more complex or serious cases, and where potential patients include the 500 runners completing a mountain race.

So what’s inside?

Miscellaneous
- Notebook
- Pen
- Hand sanitizer
- Scissors
- CPR face shield
- Coban
- Medical tape

Medications 💊
- Salt tabs
- Aspirin 81 mg (x8)
- Benadryl 25 mg (x10)

Musculoskeletal 🦴
- SAM splint
- ACE wrap (x2)
- Triangle bandage (x2)
- Ice pack

Environmental 🌤️
- Handwarmer
- Emergency blanket
- Sunscreen (x5)
- Electrolyte mix (x5)
- Sugar (x2)
- Tampon

Wound Cleaning 🧼
- Tweezers
- Irrigation syringe
- BZK antiseptic (x10)
- Alcohol pads (x10)
- Antibiotic cream (x10)

Wound Care 🩹
- Non-adherent pads (x5)
- Moleskin
- Steri-strips
- Band-aids (x10)

Hemostasis 🩸
- Abdominal pads (x2)
- Hemostatic gauze
- Kerlix roll (x2)
- Gauze squares

New course location!
Join us at Cleburne State Park, TX, on Sept 27-28 for a hybrid Wilderness Life Support for Medical Professionals (WLS:MP) course. Students will complete online didactics before the course, allowing for a hands-on, practical focus. Earn CME and FAWM while applying your medical skills to the austere environment!

Included in the course cost:
- The WLS:MP certification, valid 4 years
- Up to 24.25 ACCME CME credit and FAWM credit
- Lodging from Friday to Monday
- Food throughout the duration of the course

Sign up today at https://adventuremed.com/course/wlsmp-cleburne-state-park-tx/

Home to the Makah Indian Tribe, Neah Bay has some of the most beginner friendly waves in the PNW. When not at Hobuck beach, Cape Flattery offers stellar views of the coast after a short hike.

Surfing is not the most common water based sport, but understanding ocean currents, marine wildlife, and drowning prevention are all hallmarks of wilderness medicine. And as an added bonus, surfing in Washington brings an extra challenge: cold. Afterall, the best time to catch waves out here is in the middle of winter.

Wilderness Life Support for Medical Professionals (WLS:MP) in Cajón del Maipo – Oct 10–12!
Apply your existing medical skills to remote and austere environments in this hands-on, scenario-based course designed for licensed medical professionals.

📍 Location: Cajón del Maipo, Chile
🗓️ Dates: October 10–12, 2025
🗣️ Language: Spanish
👨‍🏫 Taught by: Our trusted education partner GREMM

Gain the knowledge and confidence to provide emergency care far from definitive medical help — all in one of Chile’s most stunning mountain settings. Space is limited — secure your spot now!
Learn more at https://adventuremed.com/course/wlsmp-cajon-del-maipo-chile/