We will be offering Wilderness First Aid at EBSR Summer Camp during weeks 1 and 2. The class will take place at the Peter Rice Pavilion on Monday afternoon, Tuesday morning and afternoon, Wednesday morning and afternoon, and Thursday morning. There are 12 spots available and the cost is $180. You can add on CPR/AED for an additional $60 upon arrival.

Upon successful completion of the Wilderness and Remote First Aid course, you will receive a certificate indicating Wilderness and Remote First Aid, which is valid for 2 years. You can then upload this into your Scoutbook account and it should show up under your training and certification for use in proving your certification status. You will also receive a Field Guide which is suitable to carry with your Troop med kit.

CLASS FORMAT AND PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS

The class format is grounded in classroom lectures integrated with practical scenarios, case studies, and skills practice sessions. Attendance is required at all classes.

IMPORTANT: There will be graphic/explicit photos, videos and discussion about injuries and death. Be prepared. Scenarios and practice sessions will take place both inside and outside. Bring appropriate outdoor clothing.

WFA Prerequisites

• REQUIRED - Proof of current Red Cross, AHA or similar certification in Adult CPR (bring along to show to the WFA instructor) - OR make arrangements to obtain certification at camp - see notes below.
• OPTIONAL - Bring your hiking poles, if you own some, to use when we do splints and evacuations.
• OPTIONAL - Bring your unit's wilderness backpacking first aid kit, if available.

PACKING CHECKLIST

• A "handful" of disposable non-latex gloves  
• Notebook and pencil or pen
• Watch with second hand or digital second
• Water bottle
• Personal snacks 
• Light day pack
• Clothing layers that allow you to be comfortable in a variety of weather conditions
• Your personal med kit (or the one you would have with you on an outing)