WILDERNESS FIRST AID TRAINING

Sponsored by the Lake Erie Council

Curriculum Developed by the Emergency Care & Safety Institute & Officially Endorsed by Scouting America 

The Wilderness First Aid course, developed in conjunction with Scouting America is great for Scouts and Scout leaders, outdoor enthusiasts, or people who work in an outdoor environment, including camp staff members. Be prepared for your next backpacking or high adventure trip with Wilderness First Aid! WFA certification is also now a pre-requisite for at least one adult leader on each high adventure crew.

Anyone who works or plays outdoors needs specialized first aid training - training which encompasses all phases of back country emergencies, and which focuses on extended care issues. Wilderness First Aid will teach proper backcountry emergency response for those who live, work, or play in remote areas. The course is for anyone who participates in activities away from traditional EMS service – when there may be a significant delay in arrival of outside assistance or the need to move the victim to more advanced treatment. 

Certified and experienced instructors will cover victim assessment, urgent first aid techniques and appropriate decision-making. It is appropriate for anyone regardless of experience level. This sixteen hour course relies upon a combination of classroom instruction, skills practice and outdoor rescue scenarios to teach the response steps and treatment of injuries and illnesses when definitive help is delayed.

All participants will be receiving the E-Book. If you would prefer a paper book they can be purchased for an additional $15. Please indicate when registering.