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Wilderness First Responder (WFR) is the definitive course in medical training for outdoor educators, guides, SAR team members, and others who work or play in remote areas. The curriculum is comprehensive and practical, including all of the essential principles and skills required to assess and manage medical problems in isolated and extreme environments. The 5-day format is for individuals and sponsors with less time available for on-site training and requires 25 hours of pre-course preparation.
Students must register at least 2 weeks before the course date. All students must complete all pre-course work prior to arrival on course.
Home cooked meals and tent camping are available on site. Please bring your own camping gear.
If you choose to commute, you can bring your own lunch, or a hot lunch is available ($90)
Full Meal Plan (3 hot meals/day) $300
Camping $75 *There are no cooking facilities available
If you would prefer not to ‘rough it’, there are motel rooms available about a 10 min walk away – our neighbors at the MBC offer 15% off of their rates outside of July & August. Please call directly to book your room 705-789-0123.
Note: Click on the link to the website to register for the event.
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