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Wilderness Advanced Life Support™

Course Details

Taught in English. Facilitated by 4 instructors (1 RN, 2 MDs, 1 EMT) for 18 participants. Includes a 5th day with a full-day hike with simulations for additional applied field practice.

The course site, Ciel et Bois, is 20 minutes from downtown Ottawa in Cantley, QC. Stay onsite in shared lodging for $39/night or commute from home or elsewhere in Ottawa/Gatineau.

Optional meal plans: lunch $23 day. Dinner & breakfast $47 day. Pick-up & drop-off at the airport, train, or hotel: $19 CAD each way

Full Course Description
Instructor: Julie Marie Anderson
Licensed Training Company: Boreal River Rescue
Date
10/22/25 - 10/26/25
Cost
MD $2199 CAD PA / NP $1999 CAD Resident $1949 CAD Paramedic / RN $1839 CAD
Location
Ottawa, area (Cantley, QC), Ontario Canada
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Hybrid WFR Recertification

This course requires pre-course work.
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Course Details

Taught in English.

The course site, Ciel et Bois, is 20 minutes from downtown Ottawa in Cantley, QC.

Accommodation options: A) Onsite shared lodging for $39/night includes fully equipped kitchen, bedding, wifi, comfortable and fun common areas, fire pits, and surrounded by beautiful nature, B) Book a private hotel or Airbnb, C) Commute from home or elsewhere in Ottawa/Gatineau.

Optional pick-up and drop-off at Ottawa airport, train, or hotel: $19 CAD each way.

See the Boreal River Rescue website for details.

Full Course Description
Licensed Training Company: Boreal River Rescue
Date
11/1/25 - 11/3/25
Cost
CA$579.00
Location
Ottawa, Ontario Canada
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Hybrid WFR Recertification

This course requires pre-course work.
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Course Details

You worked hard to earn your Wilderness First Responder (WFR), don’t let it expire!

Space is limited, $150 deposit reserves your spot today.

Folks with a current OEC certificate are also eligible to join and earn a WFR.

CPR and AED included as part of the two days, at no additional cost.

Class is located at the southern end of the beautiful Bitterroot Valley, in Hamilton, MT. Home of world class fly fishing, gorgeous mountains and hiking, and other recreation abound.

Full Course Description
Instructor: Katie Woods
Host: Katie Woods
Licensed Training Company: Barefoot Wilderness Medicine Education, LLC.
Date
11/1/25 - 11/2/25
Cost
$300.00
Location
Hamilton, Montana United States
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WFR Recertification

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Course Details

Idyllwild: a classic mountain town with world-class climbing and bouldering…phenomenal mountain biking…stellar hiking…with lots of foodie options (and its own brewpub)- all within walking distance of your course. And: Joshua Tree National Park is only 75 minutes away! Small class sizes (usually max of 12) to enhance healthy and quality training, with flexible, reasonable lodging or camping options. Join us for a great course in a memorable location!

Full Course Description
Instructor: John Jacobs
Licensed Training Company: Adventure Risk Management
Date
11/1/25 - 11/3/25
Cost
$395.00
Location
Idyllwild, California United States
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Wilderness First Aid

Course Details

Discounts for KTA volunteers and members.
KTA Volunteers- $265
KTA Members- $295
General Public- $325
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Full Course Description
Instructor: Jess Banks
Host: Keystone Trails Association
Licensed Training Company: Blue Mountain Medic, LLC
Date
11/1/25 - 11/2/25
Cost
$325.00
Location
Mill Run, Pennsylvania United States
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