INTRODUCING FIRESIDECME
Combining Expert Continuing Medical Education With Epic Mountain Biking Adventures
February 10, 2026
CRESTED BUTTE, CO — FiresideCME, an adventure-fueled medical education company, has announced its inaugural retreat taking place in Crested Butte, Colorado, from July 30 to August 3, 2026. Built for clinicians who live for the grit of the climb and the pure adrenaline of the descent, FiresideCME trades traditional hotel conference rooms for high-alpine trailhead lectures and local legendary eateries.
The five-day “Ride + Learn” experience is designed specifically for medical professionals who seek to balance practical wilderness medicine education with a passion for world-class mountain biking. The program features an 8-credit Wilderness Medicine course (AMA PRA Category 1 / AOA Category 1-A) led by Taylor Dickey, DO, a board-certified Emergency Physician, and Alexandra Dinello, MD, a board-certified Emergency Physician and Fellow of Wilderness Medicine.
Event Highlights:
- Real-World Curriculum: Thought-provoking lectures covering envenomations, wildlife attacks, flight emergencies, and traumatic injuries, specifically tailored for real-world utility in austere environments.
- Community-Minded Design: A “Local First” approach that brings participants to iconic Crested Butte spots like Coffee Lab and Crested Bagels for morning sessions, supporting local businesses.
- Elite Trail Access: Daily guided shuttles to world-class singletrack, including the legendary 401 Trail and the technical descent of Doctor’s Park.
- Curated Environment: An intimate group size capped at 12–18 participants to maintain an intimate, low-key vibe that fosters genuine professional and personal connections.
Registration for the retreat is $1,999, with a special resident rate of $1,750 to support those in training. The cost includes the accredited curriculum, expert-guided rides, daily breakfasts, and a kickoff welcome campfire dinner.
FiresideCME is a community-minded medical education provider that takes learning beyond the conference room and onto the trails. By hosting events in premier mountain biking destinations, FiresideCME offers costeffective, adventure-based trips that prioritize clinician well-being, local culture, and world-class exploration.