Wilderness First Aid
Camp James Ray

Participant Type: Youth and adults attending High Adventure Camps
(See description for details)

Registration closes May 1 at 11:00 p.m.

The Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Training is a 16-hour, hands-on course to give adult leaders the experience needed to handle illness and injury when medical care is more than an hour away. When paired with CPR/AED certifications, leaders are well prepared to deal with emergencies and routine medical issues that may occur on an outdoor adventure. 

You must be a currently registered member of Scouting America to participate in this training.

Most of the BSA high-adventure bases (HAB) require at least one person per trek to be current in WFA. Beginning in 2025, Philmont REQUIRES 3 WFA trained adults over 21 beginning. Of course, having more participants trained in WFA skills is highly recommended for any high adventure or backcountry experience. 

This course runs over two weekends. You must attend both courses to earn the Wilderness First Aid certification. There are two weekends to choose from for the classroom portion and everyone must attend the May 18 practical. Each session must attend their assigned practical session.

Option 1:

• Classroom Session: Friday, May 9 at 7:00 p.m. - Saturday, May 10 at 7:00 p.m.*
• Practical Session: Sunday, May 18 at 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Option 2:

• Classroom Session: Friday, May 16 at 7:00 p.m. - Saturday, May 17 at 7:00 p.m.*
• Practical Session: Sunday, May 18 at 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Cost
Adult Participant: $140/person
Participants must be at least 14 years of age. Youth aged 14 - 18 years of age must have  at least two responsible adults present following two-deep leadership. Accompanying adults must also be registered to attend the training (no non-participating adults or youth).
Staff: $30/person

Registration
- Opens: February  7, 2025
- Closes: May 1, 2025  at 11:00 p.m. No new registrations, additions, or changes may be made after this date. No walk-ins.
- Cancellation Requests: See the Circle Ten Council Cancellation & Refund Policy under Attachments.

Option 1 (May 9 - 10 and May 18)
Classroom Session: May 9 - 10
- Check-in: Friday, May 9 at 7:00 p.m.
- Check-out: Saturday, May 10 at approximately 7:00 p.m. (may end later)
- Meals Included: Lunch and dinner on Saturday
- Accommodations: Participants may camp on Friday night in Cedar campsite. Please bring your own tent and camping gear.
Practical Session: May 18
- Check-in: 1:00 p.m.
- Class Ends: 4:00 p.m.
- Accommodations: Participants may camp on Friday night in Cedar campsite. Please bring your own tent and camping gear.

Option 2 (May 16 - 17 and May 18)
Classroom & Practical Session: May 16 - 18
- Check-in: Friday, May 16 at 7:00 p.m.
- Check-out: Sunday, May 18 at approximately 12:00 p.m. (includes practical session)
- Meals Included: Lunch and dinner on Saturday
- Accommodations: Participants may camp on Friday and Saturday night in Cedar campsite. Please bring your own tent and camping gear.

A helpful 2024 WFA FAQ Sheet is available HERE and under attachments with an outline of prerequisites and learning objectives.

Documents Required at Check-in
- Annual Medical Health Form AB
- Certificate showing CPR/AED Certification

CPR/AED Certification

If you do not have a current certification you can complete a 65 minute online portion and then attend complete the in-person portion after check-in on Friday to complete the CPR/AED certification.  A link through the Red Cross will be emailed to you from a Salesforce email address prior to arrival at camp.

- Check-in Time: Friday 6:00 - 6:15 p.m. (Option 1: May 9; Option 2: May 16)
- Class Time: 6:15 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
- Cost: $35 per participant. You must bring payment (Cash or check only. Credits cannot be accepted.)
- Breakfast will be provided for CPR/AED participants on Saturday morning.

Event Contacts

• Event Chair: Rick Diamond, rickdiamond1000@icloud.com
• Staff Advisor:  Jamel Holmes, Jamel.Holmes@scouting.org
• Instructor: TBD
• Registration Assistance: Rebecca Strong, Rebecca.Strong@scouting.org