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Backcountry Medical Guides

Company Overview

Our mission is to empower everyone to adventure well.
From the backyard to the backcountry, we believe in the joy of exploration. The freedom to adventure well lies in preparation and remote self-sufficiency, helping to save lives and mitigate injuries when unforeseen circumstances arise.

We’re here to offer the best and most comprehensive set of skills, tools, and resources available for responding to medical and rescue emergencies in the most challenging environments.

Our commitment extends beyond traditional guiding services; from basic outdoor skills to advanced medical preparedness, we strive to educate and inspire a diverse community of adventurers.

At BMG, we're more than just guides—we're your partners in adventure and resilience.

Company History

Backcountry Medical Guides (BMG) was founded in 2010 by paramedic John Taussig in Santa Cruz, CA, with a simple mission: deliver accessible, high-quality wilderness medical training to individuals and communities who venture into remote environments. What began with a handful of WFA and WFR courses has grown into a West Coast organization offering sport-specific training programs in wilderness medicine, maritime medicine, ski/snowboard medicine, mountain bike medicine, and advanced CE/CME programming for medical professionals.
BMG formalized as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 2017 and has since expanded across the Pacific Coast, including programs in the Pacific Northwest under its maritime division, Maritime Medical Guides. Throughout its growth, BMG has remained committed to experiential, community-oriented education that prepares students for a lifetime of adventure in the outdoors.

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    Lead Wilderness Medicine Instructor

    Backcountry Medical Guides - Multiple locations
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    Backcountry Medical Guides (BMG) is hiring Lead Wilderness Medicine Instructors to independently lead courses in environments where wilderness medicine isn't theoretical it's essential. This role is for seasoned clinicians and educators who are ready to lead from day one. You'll run courses from start to finish-managing safety, pacing, delivery, and student experience-with the kind of autonomy that comes from being trusted to do it right. Why BMG? BMG is built by people who practice medicine ...

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