Prepare for the unexpected with this hands-on introduction and certification to wilderness medicine, taught over two days at the Carpenter Nature Center’s Wisconsin Campus located in Hudson, Wis. on Feb. 24 and 25.
This is a great course for anyone who appreciates the outdoors whether it’s family camping, scouting, solo, or with a group of friends. People of all experience levels will learn Wilderness First Aid, Adult + Pediatric CPR/AED, and patient assessment through hands-on learning.
At the end of the course, participants will know how to provide effective first-aid treatment for injuries and illnesses that commonly occur outdoors and how to make evacuation decisions when medical help may be hours or days away.
The class is 16 hours over two days not including breaks, and runs Saturday, Feb. 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 25 from 1-7 p.m. There will be short breaks and lunch on Saturday. To be certified, participants must attend both days. To register go to https://carpenternaturecenter.org/event/wilderness-first-aid-course/.
The certification is based on attendance, class participation, and demonstration of comprehension of the material. Participants will receive the certificate 2-5 business days after class. The certificate is good for two years. This course is for ages 18+.
It is important to know that this class is hands-on. Participants will be touching other people and in close proximity of others. Masks are optional. Instruction will be provided through lectures and skills practice. The class will take place both indoors and outdoors (weather-dependent). Participants may need to stand, lift, lay down, or kneel. Please reach out to the Carpenter Nature Center and let them know how they can accommodate your needs. All class materials are provided.
This course is taught by Red Cross Instructor, Pam Wright. She has over 25 years of experience adventuring outdoors. When she’s not teaching, she works as a wilderness guide in northern Minnesota taking people on remote canoe trips. She also enjoys backpacking, trail running, and winter camping.
Carpenter Nature Center’s Wisconsin Campus is located at 279 S. Cove Road in Hudson, Wis.
