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Wilderness First Aid Training

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ECSI Wilderness First Aid Course

The 2026 ECSI Wilderness First Aid Course is a two part course consisting of an 8-hour online section which must be completed prior to the practical skills course. Both the online course and in-person practical skills course must be completed in order to earn the WFA certification. You will receive a completion card that will be valid for two years. 
 
Wilderness First Aid (WFA) is the assessment of and treatment given to an ill or injured person in a remote environment where definitive care of a physician and/or rapid transport is not readily available.

Time is the major element distinguishing Wilderness First Aid from Standard First Aid.  When calling 911 is not an immediate option, or when help is hours or even days away, the task of treating the ill or injured can challenge your "standard" first aid skills.  Heat, cold, rain, wind, darkness, and distance over land or water may separate you from definitive care and evacuation may also need to be improvised from what is available. Communication with the "outside world" may be limited or unavailable.  All of these things may very well be part of the WFA world.

The course is for those who plan trips to remote areas far from "normal" EMS Services, providing hands-on skills practice for the remote site.

Wilderness First Aid is required at each B.S.A high-adventure location. Check the particular locations for specific requirements and exceptions.

Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026. Class will be held Saturday, May 9 from 8am-6pm. A campsite will be reserved for Wilderness First Aid participants who wish to camp. Those who want to camp for the weekend may check-in with the Campmaster in the Admin Building on Friday evening after 6pm.

Online Course: The credentials for the online portion of the course will be emailed to each registrant in February. 

Where: Akridge Scout Reservation in the Activities Lodge
1910 Baden Powell Way, Dover, DE 19904
 
What will be provided: Various medical supplies will be provided. Food will not be provided. Bring a bagged lunch. There is a refrigerator to keep your food in until lunch. Coffee and water will be provided.

 

Requirements: Each participant must be a registered Scout or Scouter, be over the age of 14, and have a current AED/CPR certification.

Cost: The full price of the course is $100. A $50 non-refundable deposit is due upon registering. The $10 early bird discount is in effect until March 27 at 11:59 pm. 

The course will be limited to 16 participants.

Questions or Concerns: Please contact Patrick Weaver, Course Director at neiv156@hotmail.com or (302) 632-0942.

Cancellation Policy: There is a $50 non-refundable fee if the registration is cancelled on or before April 10, 2026. Beginning April 11, the full fee will be forfeit if a participant cancels.
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Wilderness First Aid Training
Akridge Scout Reservation
Saturday 05-09-2026
8:00 AM ET to 6:00 PM ET
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