SOLO Wilderness EMT/EMR module Aug 15-18
Get ready for an adrenaline-packed adventure at Wilderness EMT summer 2025, where you'll learn life-saving skills in the FL. wilderness!!
Date and time
Location
Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park
6239 State Road 21 Keystone Heights, FL 32656Refund Policy
Agenda
8:00 AM
WEMT upgrade - 40 hour course agenda
About this event
- Event lasts 3 days 4 hours
Wilderness EMT Course
Join us for an exhilarating and hands-on Wilderness EMT Course! This in-person event is perfect for adventure enthusiasts and aspiring medical professionals alike. Starting Friday Aug 15, this course promises to equip you with essential life-saving skills in the beautiful surroundings of Keystone Heights, FL.
During this comprehensive training, you'll learn how to handle medical and traumatic emergencies in remote and challenging environments. Our expert instructors will guide you through wilderness-specific scenarios, teaching you vital techniques such as improvised splinting, wilderness rescue, and emergency evacuation.
Located at 6239 State Road 21, Keystone Heights, FL 32656, Goldhead Park provides the perfect backdrop for immersive learning. Surrounded by nature's wonders, you'll have the opportunity to practice your skills in real-life wilderness settings.
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and experience in wilderness medicine and earn your EMT through SOLO schools. Sign up now to secure your spot in the Wilderness EMT Course! 26.5 CEU credits awarded. Please visit soloschools.com for general course information.
Frequently asked questions
Please bring the following items to class -Tent and sleeping gear for camping three nights -Sleeping/ ensolite pad -Raingear and proper seasonal clothing - Portable cell phone charger -Hiking boots/sturdy shoes. No sandals except at campsite -Notebook with Pen -sunscreen/bug spray - water bottle
-pocket knife -magnesium fire starter -basic compass -personal gear you can use to splint - paracord
The course includes camping for three nights. Participants can enjoy the bonding experience at the group camp site.
We will grill out at the park pavilion two evenings. * One evening we will eat out at a local restaurant. Please bring your own food for the breakfast and lunches.
The group camp site has cold showers and restrooms. Warm showers are a short drive to the main camp sites.
Participants will be be issued a parking voucher for the course duration. Follow the directions to group camp site. Camp set up is from 8:00- 9:00 first day of class.
Relationship building and bonding is an important part of the course. We prefer participants all stay in the group site as it is covered in the course. You can choose to stay at home or find alternative lodging at your own cost.
Course times may vary and include night time scenarios. The parking voucher has a gate code on the back if you need to leave.
Failure to show up for a course and not call in advance may result in no or partial refund. All paid participants may reschedule in a future course.
We follow all state park rules and have a no drug or alcohol policy for all courses. WEMT requires everyone to be well fed, hydrated, and safe at all times.
Participants must be 18 years of age and hold an active EMT license or current EMR certificate.
Yes, 26.5 hours
Yes, you will receive a WEMT certification through SOLO valid for two years or Wilderness First Responder for three years.
Yes - a comprehensive written exam followed by a search and rescue mission where each team and member will be evaluated on their skills and team dynamics.
Yes, each participant will receive a Wildcare book start of class.
All SOLO instructors have vast experience in outdoor education, and leadership training. The short condensed lectures help participants understand what makes wilderness unique. The majority of the course will be in hands-on scenario based training with post debriefing sessions.
#1 Attitude - Be pleasant we are all here to learn. #2 Prepare to work - The days may be hot or cold. We work in all elements and late into the night if needed. This is what makes wilderness unique. Imagine taking care of a patient overnight. Be ready... 3# FUN- Safe and fun for all!
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