Wilderness First Aid Training
Required training for remote high adventure outings
Wilderness first aid (WFA) is a course for anyone planning a remote high adventure outing. This weekend class prepares you to handle serious back-country emergencies. Wilderness First Aid is a comprehensive series of lessons in how to react and respond in remote, life threatening situations. Lots of activity and hands-on work in classroom and outdoor scenarios keeps it fun. Meals are not provide so please plan to bring your own food and beverages.
Who: Open to registered youth and adults, ages 14 years and up (must hold current adult CPR/AED certification)
When: Saturday, June 15 - Sunday, June 16 (both days are approximately 8 hours)
Where: Spring Grove Fire Department (8214 Richardson Road, Spring Grove, IL)
Cost: $84 (includes course materials and certification; meals not included, bring your own food)
Prerequisite: Must hold current or complete prior to attending training Adult CPR/AED certification (offered through American Red Cross and local fire departments)
Event Contact: Ken Wisniewski, Council Training Chair: wlkw03@gmail.com