Wilderness First Responder
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Summary:
Wilderness First Responder (WFR) is the ideal medical training for outdoor educators, guides, SAR team members, and others who work or play in remote areas. The curriculum is comprehensive and practical, including the essential principles and skills required to assess and manage medical problems in isolated and extreme environments. This course is offered in several formats.
Start Date: 05/01/2010
End Date: 05/09/2010
Sponsor: Outdoor Chattanooga/Outventure
City: Chattanooga
State: TN
Zip Code: 37401
Cost: $650.00. Contact Outdoor Chattanooga at (423) 643-6888 for special rates at local hotels.
Registration, payment of fees, cancellation and refund policy: $300 non-refundable deposit is due to confirm registration. No refund after April 15, 2010. Credit card refunds will be subject to a $25 administrative fee. Checks should be made payable to the "Friends of Outdoor Chattanooga" and mailed to Friends of Outdoor Chattanooga, 200 River St., Chattanooga, TN, 37405. Credit Card Payments must be made in full.
There will be a day off during the course.
Prerequisites: Students must be at least sixteen years old to participate. Those under 18 years of age will require the written consent of a parent or guardian. Certain course sponsors, including those offering the five-day format, may set a higher minimum age or establish other requirements consistent with their program. No previous medical training is required.
Accommodations: Loding will not be provided. Various lodging and camping facilities are available in the Chattanooga area. Please call us at (423) 643-6888 for detailed information. Visit www.chattanoogafun.com for a comprehensive listing of hotels/motels in the Chattanooga area.
Food: Meals will not be provided.
Course Format and Arrival Time: 8:00 a.m.
Parking: Free parking on site.
Important Paperwork: Outdoor Chattanooga waiver.
Travel Directions: Address: 200 River St., Chattanooga, TN 37405. Link to Google map.
Sponsor Policies: Participants are expected to adhere to the rules stated in the Outdoor Chattanooga and Wilderness Medical Association waivers. Alcohol and drugs are strictly prohibited in City of Chattanooga parks.
Website: http://www.outdoorchattanooga.com
Comments: Outdoor Chattanooga is a division of the City of Chattanooga's Parks and Recreation department. It is our mission to promote and protect the signature outdoor lifestyle that makes our city so special. Our facilities include a 6,000 sq. foot LEED-certified building in downtown Chattanooga's Coolidge Park, as well as a programs facility at the City of Chattanooga's Greenway Farm public park.
Instructors:
| Instructor Name | Location | Certifications | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Doug Cameron | Tennessee | EMT-I, WEMT |
 | Darren Stokes | Colorado | WEMT |
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