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Monthly Archives: December 2009
Where’s the Man?: Camp Dandelion
Somewhere deep in the woods near Camp Dandelion, future WFR‘s bring in the New Year on snowshoes.
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Where’s the Man?: Aguadilla, Puerto Rico
Robin Nesbeda, WMA lead instructor, sent in these submissions of ‘The Man’ surfing through the holidays on a family vacation. Click on the pictures to enlarge. Today is the last day to submit your photos for consideration. 3 $100 cash … Continue reading
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Where’s the Man?: “The Pretty Place” in North Carolina
‘The Man’ has had quite a busy year! This submission comes from students of a Wilderness First Responder course at YMCA Camp Greenville. Fred W. Symmes Chapel, an open chapel constructed in 1941, is also called “The Pretty Place” because … Continue reading
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Epinephrine, Not Antihistamines, Remain the Treatment for Anaphylaxis
Q: I have noticed that some outdoor organizations are moving away from carrying injectable epinephrine into the field. Would an antihistamine (e.g., Benadryl) work just as effectively to treat allergic reactions? What do you think about the Benadryl strips? Even … Continue reading
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Where’s the Man?: Bayou Manchac
Ted H., who is a successful graduate of a Wilderness First Responder course, submitted the two pictures below. Please click on the images to view them larger. One picture is in Bayou Manchac and the other is in Alligator Bayou, … Continue reading
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Q: Does Wilderness First Responder (WFR) training provide authorization to administer medications in the field?
Q: Does Wilderness First Responder (WFR) training provide authorization to administer medications in the field? I have my WFR training for my camp job. My boss told me that because of state law I cannot administer any medications to our clients, not even over-the-counter items … Continue reading
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Where’s the Man?: Bremen, ME
Reading “Goodnight Gorilla” in Bremen, ME. – Eric Duffy, Lead Instructor (Nothing exotic, but lots of fun!) Submitted by Kelley Duffy EMT/WFR Don’t forget! At the end of the year, we will select the 3 best submissions. The winners will … Continue reading
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Where’s the Man?: Jenny Lake, Grand Teton National Park
This picture was taken by Michael’s 10 year old son while on vacation this summer at Grand Teton and Yellowstone. Michael B. Don’t forget! At the end of the year, we will select the 3 best submissions. The winners will … Continue reading
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Where’s the Man?: Drummond Island, Michigan
Here’s the Man attending an all Jeep off road event on Drummond Island, Michigan, in June 2009. Submitted by: Micah Bell NREMT-B, WEMT National Park Service-Indiana Dunes N.L. Don’t forget! At the end of the year, we will select the … Continue reading
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Where’s the Man?: The Appalachian Trail
Submitted by WMA instructor, Alice Henshaw: This is “Buddy” enjoying the view from one of the overlooks along the AT as it wends its way between NY and NJ…. Buddy was found by a colleague of mine abandoned and tied … Continue reading
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