Wilderness First Aid
Camp James Ray
April 17-19, 2026

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

Registration closes April 5 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. Of course, having more participants trained in WFA skills is highly recommended for any high adventure or backcountry experience. 

This course runs over one weekend. You must attend the entire training weekend to earn the Wilderness First Aid certification.

Cost
Adult Participant: $155 per 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).

Registration
- Closes: Sunday, April 5 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 (HERE) and under Attachments.

Event Details
- Check-in: Friday, April 17 at 6:00 p.m.
- CPR/AED class begins at 6:15 p.m. (see details below) and WFA class begins at 8:00 p.m.
- Check-out: Sunday, April 19 at approximately 12:00 p.m. (may end later)
- Meals will be provided Saturday and Sunday
- Accommodations: Participants may camp on Friday night in Cochise campsite. Please bring your own tent and camping gear.

Attached is an outline of prerequisites and learning objectives from the American Red Cross.

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

CPR/AED Certification

If you do not have a current certification you may complete a 65 minute online portion prior to the in-person training and then attend the in-person portion after check-in on Friday to complete the CPR/AED certification. 

YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE IN THIS REGISTRATION. A link through the Red Cross will be emailed to you from a Salesforce email address prior to arrival at camp. If you do not use this process, you will not be able to complete the practical.

- Check-in Time: Friday 6:00 - 6:15 p.m.
- Class Time: 6:15 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
- Cost: $40 per participant. You must bring payment (Cash or check only. Credit cards cannot be accepted.)
 

Event Contacts

• Event Chair: Rick Diamond, rickdiamond1000@icloud.com
• Staff Advisor: Laura Baxter, laura.baxter@scouting.org, 903.286.2856
• Registration Assistance: Daniel Murphy, daniel.murphy@scouting.org, 214.902.6714