RescueMED

07/10/2026

CPD doesn’t always have to mean fluorescent lights, a conference room and trying very hard not to look at the clock.

Sometimes it looks a little more like this…

White beaches. Orange lichen-covered rocks. Coastal bush. A pack on your back. And a patient who absolutely did not read the scenario notes before you arrived.

Our Wilderness Rescue Medicine course in the Bay of Fires brings medical professionals into the environment we’re actually talking about.
Because managing a patient remotely is a very different game when there’s no hospital around the corner, no endless supply cupboard and no extra pair of hands appearing because you pressed a button.

It’s practical. It’s hands-on. It’s proper CPD.

And, thankfully, there’s a pretty good view while you’re doing it.
We’ll take that kind of classroom any day.

WildernessRescueMedicine

22/09/2026

Today we saw our GOODEM Spring Seminar pre-conference workshop kick off in Queenstown, New Zealand 🇳🇿 and what a way to start!

Nothing quite like a healthy dose of wilderness medicine to get the day going, surrounded by some seriously spectacular scenery. And because this is Queenstown, the adventure didn’t stop there… a boat ride out to Kinloch and a helicopter back!

A pretty hard commute to beat - and a brilliant start to the seminar.

26/08/2026

Come meet Caro at AWEMS2026 in the Blue Mountains of NSW! Just one if the incredible presenters

🎙️ Learn. Listen. Navigate.

Caro Ryan OAM brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to AWEMS Conference 2026—not only as a search and rescue volunteer, but as an educator, author and advocate for safer adventures.

Caro is the author of "How to Navigate – The Art of Traditional Map & Compass Navigation in an Australian Context", sharing practical skills that help people confidently move through the outdoors.

She is also the host of "Rescued – An Outdoor Podcast for Hikers and Adventurers", exploring stories, lessons and insights from the world of outdoor adventure and safety.

At this year’s conference, Caro will bring the podcast experience to life with a live podcast recording, offering delegates a unique opportunity to be part of the conversation.
From navigation skills to search and rescue lessons, this is a session not to miss.

Buy your tickets today : https://awems.org.au/conference-2026/

14/08/2026

YOUR CPD JUST GOT A LOT MORE WILD. 🌊🚁

Forget fluorescent lights, conference rooms and sitting in the back row
trying not to fall asleep.

What if your next CPD experience looked like this instead…

🌿 5 days in the remote wilderness of Fiordland
🚁 Helicopter transfers
⛵ A 27m expedition vessel as your base
🩺 Real-world wilderness rescue medicine
🌊 Tamatea / Dusky Sound
📚 Accredited CPD

This isn't simply a course in wilderness medicine.

It's an opportunity to immerse yourself in the environment you're
learning to work in — while gaining valuable skills, experience and CPD
along the way.

And yes… there will still be plenty of time to enjoy Fiordland.

12–16 October 2026 | Fiordland, NZ

Your CPD doesn't have to happen in a classroom.

👉 Find out more and secure your place:
https://rescuemed.com.au/courses/wilderness-rescue-medicine-marine/

26/07/2026

Tickets are live!

Advanced Wilderness Life Support - AWLS (Formerly WLS:MP), returns for another year!

The internationally recognised University Of Utah's AWLS course is back in Australia - and RescueMED is the ONLY provider in Australasia!

📍Mt Buller Alpine Resort, Victoria
🗓️ 7-10 December 2026

🎟️ EARLY BIRD OFFER
10% OFF with code:

IMANEARLYBIRD10 (Limited time only)

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13/07/2026

When you're hours from the nearest road or definitive care, improvisation can make all the difference.

In this video, we demonstrate how to construct a rope litter stretcher using minimal equipment-an invaluable wilderness skill when a patient needs to be moved safely through remote terrain.

The further you are from help, the more important preparation, teamwork, and practical skills become.

🎥 Watch, learn, and add another tool to your wilderness medicine toolkit.

For more wilderness and remote medicine education, visit RescueMED.

07/07/2026

🌿Quick & Easy Wilderness Tips with Kerryn!

Here's a simple tip that can make a huge difference in the bush-stay as dry as possible.

When it's cold and wet outdoors, keeping your layers dry is one of the easiest ways to stay warm and comfortable for longer.

A common mistake - Often occurs stopping for morning tea or lunch. As soon as you stop moving, your body starts to cool down. Most of us remember to throw on an extra layer-but then we sit straight on cold, damp ground, soaking those nice dry layers and allowing the ground to draw heat away from our bodies.

Remember, heat isn't just lost to the air-we lose plenty through the ground too.

A quick fix? Sit on your backpack instead. Even better, carry a lightweight sit mat if you have one. That simple insulating layer between you and the ground helps keep your clothes drier and your body warmer.

It's a small habit that takes seconds, but it can make a big difference to your comfort-and the more comfortable you are, the more you can enjoy your time in the bush.

What's your favourite little wilderness trick? Share it below! 🌿🏕️

05/07/2026

Still on the fence about joining us this October for Wilderness Rescue Medicine - Marine in Dusky Sound, Fiordland?

Trying to decide between taking a holiday... or investing in your CPD?
Why choose? 😉 This is your chance to do both.

Bring your partner along and turn your professional development into an unforgettable adventure. While you're immersed in world-class wilderness and remote medical training, earning valuable CPD hours, your other half can soak up everything this incredible corner of Fiordland has to offer.

Think paddle boarding through pristine waters, snorkelling, fishing, exploring remote bush tracks, unwinding in the hot tub, or simply curling up with a good book on the top deck while taking in the breathtaking scenery. And let's not forget the helicopter transfers and exceptional onboard chef who'll make the whole experience feel like a luxury escape.

It's the ultimate win-win: you sharpen your skills, they enjoy the holiday of a lifetime... and you both come home with stories you'll be talking about for years.

But don't leave it too long-spaces are limited, and October is getting closer every day.

If you've been thinking about it, consider this your friendly nudge. We'd love to have you (and your plus one!) on board.

Head to our website for all the details and secure your spot before they're gone.

RescueMED, founder Kerryn Wratt, Critical Care Flight Paramedic & practitioner, provides medical services & training for remote & wilderness.

28/06/2026

We're excited to announce that our Wilderness Life Support: Medical Professional (WLS:MP) course has officially returned to its roots as Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS), endorsed by the University of Utah.

AWLS is designed exclusively for medical professionals, combining expert-led lectures with immersive, hands-on scenarios to prepare clinicians for managing medical emergencies in remote and resource-limited environments.

Topics include hypothermia and cold injury, avalanche and altitude medicine, patient packaging and evacuation, wilderness trauma, medical emergencies, submersion, lightning injuries, musculoskeletal injuries, wilderness medical kits, and the fundamentals of survival and search and rescue.

We're also proud to be the only provider of the University of Utah-endorsed AWLS course in Australasia, delivering world-class wilderness medicine education to healthcare professionals across the region.

If you're ready to advance your clinical decision-making beyond the hospital and into the wilderness, this is the course for you.

🗓️ 7-10 Decemeber 2026
🌏 Mt Buller, Australia

03/06/2026

Ready for a little controlled chaos? 🌿🚑

Trade the classroom for the wild and put your skills to the test in real-world scenarios that challenge your thinking, confidence, and adaptability. From the rugged landscapes of New Zealand and Australia to some of the world's most remote corners, discover what it really takes to practice medicine when help isn't just around the corner.

Sharpen your skills with cutting-edge training, tackle unpredictable wilderness emergencies, and learn how to bring high-level medical care to places where the nearest hospital is often a long way off.

Because medicine is an adventure too. 🌏⛰️💉