2026 When Things Go Wrong in the Outdoors

Timberline lodge with Mount Hood in the background

Conference description

The Pacific Northwest has no shortage of natural wonders, but sometimes the great outdoors may not be so great. Whether it’s minor injuries like sprains and strains or natural hazards like extreme altitude, heat or cold, being prepared can make a difference. By attending this conference participants will increase their knowledge of key aspects of wilderness medicine, plus be able to advise patients (and friends) heading to the outdoors.

Conference date

August 13-14, 2026

Conference location

Timberline Lodge - Government Camp, Oregon

Target audience

All health care providers, including physicians, physician associates, nurses, and nurse practitioners.

Schedule

Topics covered will include;

Mountain medicine
Hypothermia
Splinting Workshop
Wilderness toxicology
What should be in your first aid kit
Identify and treat exacerbations of common pre-existing medical conditions in the wilderness
Packaging for Transport

Full schedule coming soon!

Fees

Course Fees

Prior to August 2, 2026: $210

On or after August 2, 2026: $269

Cancellation policy

To help meet administrative costs, a $35.00 service charge will be assessed on all refund requests received by April 6, 2026; no refunds can be issued after that date. Please email cme@ohsu.edu if you need to cancel your registration.

CME Credit

American Medical Association

Accreditation

OHSU School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit

Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 8.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Lodging

Booking at Timberline Lodge

Call 503-272-3410 between 9am and 4pm or book a room online to reserve a room in the conference block. The room block will be released July 12, 2026 and is subject to sell-out before that date.

Contact

Questions?

E-mail: cme@ohsu.edu

If you have a disability and require assistance to participate in the conference, please contact the Division of Continuing Professional Development as soon as possible, but no later than 20 business days prior to the conference.