The Wilderness First Responder (WFR) course is an 80-hour course taught by NOLS. The WFR course is designed to provide you with the tools to make critical medical and evacuation decisions in remote locations. Classroom lectures and demonstrations are combined with realistic scenarios where mock patients will challenge you to integrate your learning. Learning takes place both in the classroom and in outdoor settings regardless of weather conditions. Come prepared for wet, muddy, cold or hot environments.
No previous first aid training is required. You must be 16 years old to attend this course.
Participants are required to pass both written and practical examinations to obtain WFR and CPR certification. Successful course completion earns you a WMI Adult & Child CPR certification and a WMI Wilderness First Responder certification. EMTs will earn a Wilderness EMT certification. All certifications are current for two years.
The WFA is a two-day course that primarily focuses on the basics of how to respond to an emergency situation in a remote area. This is perfect for people who are on remote day hikes or shorter trips with friends. This class really focuses on the Patient Assessment System and how to start making decisions on patient care. The WFR is an industry-standard for outdoor professionals with outdoor schools and guide companies. If you are leading a group in remote areas, this can provide you with more in-depth knowledge and practice dealing with a variety of First aid situations.
Primary classroom will be held at Memorial Union in Madison-800 Langdon Street. We are not able to offer housing or camping for this course. There are hotels and hostels available nearby. Food is not provided, but is available for purchase in the building and at nearby locations to Memorial Union. There is a refrigerator and microwave to chill and warm food.
DoubleTree Hotel Downtown Madison – NOLS Wilderness First Responder
10 rooms per night @ $119 | Group Code: WFR | Cut-off Date: 12/28/23
Register here, call our office at (608) 262-1630 or stop in during office during business hours. Current Hoofers should inquire with their club president about scholarship opportunities.
Outdoor UW is sponsoring a Hybrid Wilderness First Responder course through NOLS Wilderness Medicine.
Outdoor UW is sponsoring a Hybrid Wilderness First Responder Recertification course through NOLS.
This is a past event and has been archived for reference.
