Wilderness First Aid

When:
September 29, 2023 – October 1, 2023 all-day
2023-09-29T00:00:00-04:00
2023-10-02T00:00:00-04:00
Where:
Camp Durant
4637 Old Carthage Rd
Carthage
NC 28327
Cost:
$90.00
Contact:
Wilderness First Aid @ Camp Durant

Prerequisites:
– Current Adult CPR/AED through the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or other nationally recognized provider that does not expire until after the end of the course.

 

Being prepared in Scouting often means being ready to render first aid. As we go farther into the backcountry with our units, some additional training is needed. Wilderness first aid (WFA), the next step up from the basic first aid, focuses on teaching assessment skills and using available resources when professional responders may be hours or even days away. It can have a dramatic effect on the outcome of emergencies, injuries, and illnesses. It can mean the difference between life and death.

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