The WFA course covers:
- What is back country first aid
- What is the golden 24 hours
- Splinting and bandaging
- Prioritizing needs
- Patient assessment
- Patient care
- How to improvise, modify, and adapt
The class is 16 hours in length and one must attend all 16 hours to be trained and certified in WFA. The class is fast paced in order to cover all the material and to get hands on practice through various scenarios. Previous first aid training is not necessary. Class size is limited in order to get the maximum time for hands on practice. Students are told to bring their full day packs and to learn how to use what they carry to deal with back country medical injuries/situations.
All registrants are required to have the following:
- Masks or appropriate face coverings will be mandatory during the entire class;
- All students must have their own bottle of hand cleaner or sanitizer
- Students should bring latex gloves (dish washing gloves would be acceptable, but must be snug fitting)
This event is led by the chapter's Harriman Program Committee and Wilderness First Aid Committee Volunteer Leaders.
Registration
Advance registration is mandatory, Space is limited to a total of 16 participants. In the past, this event has completely sold out. Your registration is not complete until full payment is received. An information sheet will be sent to all paid registered participants with your confirmation email.
Cost
Camp/Cabin: Contact Weis Center directly at (973) 835-2160
Day Instruction Only: $80 AMC Members / $140 Non-members
Rate includes instruction, course materials, certification (if test is passed), and volunteer leadership.
Rate excludes EventBrite and credit card processing fees.
Become an AMC Member and receive a discounted rate.
Accommodations
Tent sites and cabins are available through the Weis Center. Please contact them directly at (973) 835-2160
What to Bring
Please bring your normal hiking or climbing pack, we'll utilize your personal gear for a more realistic scenario. Also, please wear clothing that you don't mind being dragged or get torn up.
Have Additional Questions
Please reach out to Richard Dabal for any additional questions at rdabal10@hotmail.com..
