Host: Adirondack Mountain Club
Location: Lake Placid, NY 12946 - United States
Dates: 12/11/2019 - 12/15/2019
Course Description:
Wilderness First Responder (WFR) is the definitive course in 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 all of the essential principles and skills required to assess and manage medical problems in isolated and extreme environments. The 5-day format is for individuals and sponsors with less time available for on-site training and requires 25 hours of pre-course preparation.
Students must register at least 2 weeks before the course date. All students must complete all pre-course work prior to arrival on course.
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Room and Board:
Lodging
A Course & Accommodations Package is available for up to 16 participants, which includes instruction, course materials, parking, lodging for 5 nights beginning the evening before the course, and meals starting with dinner the evening before the course through lunch on the final day of the course. To get the most out of the workshop, participants are encouraged to stay right at ADK’s facilities. Space is reserved for participants in the 16-person Wiezel Trails Cabin. Package participants should bring their own sleeping bag or bedding (including a pillowcase) and towels. If you are participating in the Lodging Package, you should arrive the day before the course anytime between 2pm and 6pm to claim your bunk and to get settled. Dinner will be served promptly at 6:15pm in the Adirondak Loj Dining Room. Breakfast will be served at 7:00am each morning in the Loj as well, but be sure that you return to the Wiezel Trails Cabin by 8:00am for instruction. A bagged trail lunch is provided each day, and dietary restrictions can be accommodated.
For those selecting the course-only option, there are plenty of hotels, motels, restaurants, and grocery stores in Lake Placid, NY to achieve other food & accommodation needs.
Instructors:
| Instructor Name | Location | Certifications | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alice Henshaw | NY, United States | WEMT | |
| David Meade | NY, United States | ALS |