MAY 4 – 14, 2024 – WFR – WAS

This wilderness first responder course covers the basics of managing life and limb threats in remote environments, with a focus on the injuries common to various sports such as mountain biking, ski touring, climbing, and rafting. There is a strong focus on practising leadership and decision making in the wilderness setting.

The training also includes prevention and treatment of common environmental problems like hypothermia and heat-related illnesses, as well as covering common medical emergencies, choking, drowning and includes a CPR-C certification from the LifeSaving Society. An optional upgrade to OFA-1 can be obtained for a small additional fee.

We are proud to be a licensed training centre for Wilderness Medical Associates, and offer their cutting edge curriculum.

The most practical first aid course for all back country users and outdoor professionals!

The Wilderness First Responder program is the ideal medical training for leaders in remote areas including outdoor educators, guides, military, professional search and rescue teams, researchers, and those involved in disaster relief. The curriculum is comprehensive and practical. It includes the essential principles and skills required to assess and manage medical problems in isolated and extreme environments for days and weeks if necessary.

Teaching days May 4-7 and 11-14