Wilderness Medical Associates has been successfully running courses on a semi-regular basis since mid-June 2020. To date, we have not experienced any notable misadventures related to COVID-19. With colder weather approaching in the Northern Hemisphere and dramatic upticks in COVID-19 cases, we want to again encourage mindfulness especially if you have signed up for an upcoming course. Click to read more COVID-19 Updates and Course Adaptations…
Wilderness Medical Associates International provides courses through hosting sponsors as well as Licensed Training Companies (LTC), which are independent companies, owned by some excellent WMAI certified instructors, licensed to teach WMAI curriculum. For convenience our schedule lists all courses.
Available Courses (136)
Wilderness First Aid
Licensed Training Company: WMAI Europe
Host: Suomen Eraensiapu
Price: 300€
Course taught in Finnish
10/2/23 - 10/3/23
Helsinki, Finland
Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Colorado Outside
Host: Toledo Metro Parks
Price: $750
Course hosted at Oak Openings Preserve MetroPark
10/2/23 - 10/8/23
Toledo, OH
United States
Hybrid WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Wounded Bear Medicine
Price: $325
This Hybrid WFR Recertification course is designed to recertify and refresh current Wilderness First Responders. WMA International invites eligible WFR graduates from other wilderness medical schools to recertify with us. Students will review essential skills and wilderness protocols and will discuss relevant updates in wilderness medicine. The course focuses heavily on hands-on learning through patient assessment drills and guided discussion after taking the online portion before the start of class.
10/5/23 - 10/6/23
Jackson, WY
United States
Wilderness Advanced First Aid
Licensed Training Company: WMAI Europe
Host: Suomen Eraensiapu
Price: 550€
Course taught in Finnish.
10/5/23 - 10/8/23
Helsinki, Finland
10/7/23 - 10/9/23
Anchorage, AK
United States
Wilderness First Aid
Licensed Training Company: Wilderness Medicine Leadership
Host: Holderness School
10/9/23 - 10/10/23
Holderness, NH
United States
Wilderness EMS Upgrade
Licensed Training Company: Carl Gilmore Consulting
Price: $895 USC plus tax
Wilderness EMS Upgrade course. This is THE course for EMS personnel from FR/EMR’s up who might find or may wish to find themselves in “the Wilderness” providing care. In austere environments where resources are limited, accurate assessment is crucial and out of the box thinking is required. This is the revised and improved WEMT curriculum being taught over 5 in person days with lots of online resources available to prepare you ahead of time. This is the training you’ve been wanting. Come and join us at a beautiful comfortable family resort in the woods, on a river in the Northern NM mountains. This course is approved for 45 hours of EMS CAPCE CE’s for all levels of EMS and for 45 Nursing CEU’s, accredited by the California Board of Nursing.
10/9/23 - 10/13/23
Vadito, NM
United States
Offshore Emergency Medicine
Licensed Training Company: Medical Officer, Ltd.
Host: Annapolis Boat Shows, Inc.
Price: $1395
Tuition includes breakfast, lunch, and a multi-day boat show ticket
This course is offered as part of the US Sailboat Show and will be held at the Historic Inns of Annapolis.
10/10/23 - 10/12/23
Annapolis, MD
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Global Emergency Medics
Price: $850
Course is offered in beautiful Boulder, CO. World-class climbing, hiking, skiing and so much more are available just outside the classroom.
10/14/23 - 10/18/23
Boulder, CO
United States
Hybrid Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Wounded Bear Medicine
Price: $895
Wilderness First Responder (WFR) is the definitive course in medical training for outdoor educators, guides, SAR team members, law enforcement 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.
10/16/23 - 10/20/23
Jackson, WY
United States
Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Colorado Outside
Price: $750
Lodging available in heated yurts or camp on site for $20/night
Course taught at our beautiful private facility bordering National Forest
10/16/23 - 10/22/23
Buena Vista, CO
United States
Hybrid Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: WMAI Europe
Host: Wilderness Safety Society
Price: 750 Euros
10/18/23 - 10/22/23
Brno, Czechia
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Colorado Outside
Price: $375
Lodging available in heated yurts or camp on site for $20/night
Course taught at our beautiful private facility bordering National Forest
10/20/23 - 10/22/23
Buena Vista, CO
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Acadia Mountain Guides
Host: Mahoosuc Guide Service
Price: $445
$560 with meals lodging
Instruction led by Jon Tierney, IFMGA/AMGA Mountain Guide, Flight Paramedic, RN – Emergency
10/20/23 - 10/22/23
Newry, ME
United States
Wilderness First Aid
Licensed Training Company: Acadia Mountain Guides
Host: Mahoosuc Guide Service
Price: $330
$410 with meals and lodging
Instruction led by Jon Tierney, IFMGA/AMGA Mountain Guide, Flight Paramedic, RN – Emergency
10/20/23 - 10/21/23
Newry, ME
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Adventure Risk Management
Price: $795
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!
10/21/23 - 10/25/23
Idyllwild, CA
United States
10/21/23 - 10/22/23
Grafton, NY
United States
Hybrid WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Wilderness Medical Associates International
Host: Hurricane Island Outward Bound School
Price: $375
Includes meals beginning with lunch on day 1 through lunch on day 2
10/21/23 - 10/22/23
Newry, ME
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Colorado Outside
Price: $800
Course hosted at ACE Whitewater, Lodging available at the course site.
10/23/23 - 10/27/23
Oak Hill, WV
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: WMAI Canada
Host: Boreal River Rescue
Price: $1059 CAD
Course in English. 20 mins from downtown Ottawa, Ontario. The course site, Ciel et Bois, is a retreat centre in Cantley, QC. The beautiful property is surrounded by hundreds of acres of backcountry where you can hike, run, bike, cross country ski, and connect with nature.
10/25/23 - 10/29/23
Cantley, QC
Canada
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Cascadia Wilderness Medicine
Price: $749
$824 includes camping on site
Class will be held at the Grange Hall in Skamokawa, WA, 90 minutes from Portland and 3 hours from Seattle.
10/27/23 - 10/31/23
Skamokawa, WA
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Cascadia Wilderness Medicine
Price: $389
$434 includes camping on site
Class will be held at the Grange Hall in Skamokawa, WA, 90 minutes from Portland and 3 hours from Seattle.
10/29/23 - 10/31/23
Skamokawa, WA
United States
Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: WMAI Europe
Host: Suomen Eraensiapu
Price: 1000€
Course is taught in Finnish.
10/29/23 - 11/4/23
Rovaniemi, Finland
Hybrid WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Resilient Ann
Host: Association for Experiential Education
Price: $400
This course is divided into two components: A self-paced, e-learning module (12+ hours), followed by two days (16+ hours) of in-person instruction. Some students may need more time to complete activities based on pre-assessment scores to ensure that they are prepared for the in-person session. Students must register at least 2 weeks before the course date to ensure that there is enough time to complete the e-learning course work prior to the in-person session.
10/31/23 - 11/1/23
Madison, WI
United States
Wilderness First Aid
Licensed Training Company: WMAI Brazil
11/2/23 - 11/5/23
Alto Caparaó, MG
Brazil
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Wilderness Leadership Institute
Price: $900
On site camping for $25 per night. Group cabins for $45 per night.
Our courses are held at Green Oak Ranch. Come experience the beautiful, undeveloped hills around the ranch and feel the spirit of this historic property. The 142-acre ranch was part of the original 2,288 acre “Rancho Buena Vista,” Mexican Land Grant from the early 1800s. Explore nearby beaches, mountain biking and hiking trails, or just kickback at one of the many local restaurants and breweries.
11/4/23 - 11/8/23
San Diego, CA
United States
Wilderness Advanced First Aid
Licensed Training Company: WMAI Canada
Host: Boreal River Rescue
Price: $699 CAD
Course in English. 20 mins from downtown Ottawa, Ontario. The course site, Ciel et Bois, is a retreat centre in Cantley, QC. The beautiful property is surrounded by hundreds of acres of backcountry where you can hike, run, bike, cross country ski, and connect with nature.
11/4/23 - 11/7/23
Cantley, QC
Canada
Wilderness First Aid
Licensed Training Company: Healing All Wounds, LLC
Host: Adirondack Mountain Club
Price: $299
Additional Lodging & Meals Package: $150
This is an intensive 2 day WFA training that will teach students how to deal with medical emergencies when they are miles from help and dialing 911 is not an option. The curriculum is comprehensive, yet practical. It includes the essential principles and skills required to manage medical problems for working and playing in the remote outdoors.
11/4/23 - 11/5/23
Lake Placid, NY
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Wilderness Leadership Institute
Price: $500
On site camping for $25 per night. Group cabins for $45 per night.
Our courses are held at Green Oak Ranch. Come experience the beautiful, undeveloped hills around the ranch and feel the spirit of this historic property. The 142-acre ranch was part of the original 2,288 acre “Rancho Buena Vista,” Mexican Land Grant from the early 1800s. Explore nearby beaches, mountain biking and hiking trails, or just kickback at one of the many local restaurants and breweries.
11/6/23 - 11/8/23
San Diego, CA
United States
Hybrid Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Healing All Wounds, LLC
Host: L.L. Bean
Price: $700
11/8/23 - 11/12/23
Freeport, ME
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Adventure Risk Management
Price: $379-$359
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!
11/10/23 - 11/12/23
Idyllwild, CA
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Healing All Wounds, LLC
Host: Adirondack Mountain Club
Price: $399
Additional lodging & meals package: $228
This is a three-day intensive course that is hosted at ADK’s Education Yurt Village. The Open Recertification course is open to graduates of all wilderness medical training with a current Wilderness First Responder Certification.
11/10/23 - 11/12/23
Lake Placid, NY
United States
Wilderness Advanced First Aid
Licensed Training Company: WMAI Brazil
11/11/23 - 11/14/23
Tabuleiro (Conceição do Mato Dentro), MG
Brazil
Wilderness Advanced First Aid
Licensed Training Company: WMAI Europe
Host: Outdoor Academy Finland
Price: 445€
11/13/23 - 11/16/23
Kronoby, Finland
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Adventure Risk Management
Price: $795
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!
11/15/23 - 11/19/23
Idyllwild, CA
United States
Wilderness Advanced Life Support
Licensed Training Company: Acadia Mountain Guides
Price: $1095 for MD/DO
$895 for PA/NP
&795 for Resident
$695 for RN/EMTP
Instructed by a veteran team of WMAI Instructors – Course leader: Jon Tierney, FAWM, WP-C, FP-C, RN; Paul Marcolini, NRP; Evie Marcolini, ED Physician / Neuro Intensivist. Space is limited. Register early.
11/16/23 - 11/19/23
Bangor, ME
United States
Wilderness First Aid
Licensed Training Company: Charlie Foxtrot LLC
Host: Miami University
Price: $275
Course over 2 days 8am-5pm
11/18/23 - 11/19/23
Oxford, OH
United States
Wilderness First Aid
Licensed Training Company: WMAI Canada
Host: Boreal River Rescue
Price: $399 CAD
Course in English. 20 mins from downtown Ottawa, Ontario. The course site, Ciel et Bois, is a retreat centre in Cantley, QC. The beautiful property is surrounded by hundreds of acres of backcountry where you can hike, run, bike, cross country ski, and connect with nature.
11/18/23 - 11/19/23
Cantley, QC
Canada
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Global Emergency Medics
Price: $850
Course is offered in beautiful Boulder, CO. World-class climbing, hiking, skiing and so much more are available just outside the classroom.
11/18/23 - 11/22/23
Boulder, CO
United States
11/18/23 - 11/19/23
Grafton, NY
United States
Wilderness First Aid
Licensed Training Company: WMAI Brazil
11/18/23 - 11/19/23
Teresópolis, MG
Brazil
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Lochsa Wilderness Education
Host: Devils Lake Climbing Guides
Price: $995 Meals and bunk-style lodging included (not optional)
All-inclusive course on a beautiful rural campus. Course fee includes bunk-style lodging and three hot, home-cooked meals daily, all minutes from our indoor/outdoor classroom. 20 minutes west of Madison, WI. Approx. 25 hours of pre-course study required.
11/22/23 - 11/26/23
Mazomanie, WI
United States
Bridge (WAFA to WFR)
Licensed Training Company: WMAI Europe
Host: Outdoor Academy Finland
Price: 495€
11/23/23 - 11/26/23
Kronoby, Finland
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Lochsa Wilderness Education
Host: Devils Lake Climbing Guides
Price: $575 Meals and bunk-style lodging included (not optional)
All-inclusive course on a beautiful rural campus. Course fee includes bunk-style lodging and three hot, home-cooked meals daily, all minutes from our indoor/outdoor classroom. 20 minutes west of Madison, WI.
11/24/23 - 11/26/23
Mazomanie, WI
United States
Wilderness Advanced Life Support
Licensed Training Company: Wounded Bear Medicine
Price: Price based on provider level
Wilderness Advanced Life Support (WALS) is dedicated to harnessing the latest in medical knowledge and critical thinking, tailored for those operating in remote or resource-limited patient care settings. This specialized course has been designed by and for advanced care medical practitioners –WALS is the pinnacle offering from Wilderness Medical Associates International.
11/27/23 - 12/1/23
Jackson, WY
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: JH Training & Consulting
Host: Belgian Outward Bound
Price: See course page for pricing info.
11/28/23 - 11/30/23
Varoy, Anhée
Belgium
Hybrid WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: AVH Global
Host: Tompkins Cortland Community College
Price: $360
Refresh/rebuild your skills so that you can adventure safely in all of the beautiful places this world has to offer. Whether you head away from resources and 911 systems for work or for play, you will learn how to deal with injuries, illness and environmental issues along the way. Face Any Challenge. Anywhere. Please note: You will need to do 5-20 hours of pre-course work online prior to the face to face course.
12/2/23 - 12/3/23
Dryden, NY
United States
Wilderness Advanced First Aid
Licensed Training Company: WMAI Canada
Host: Boreal River Rescue
Price: $699 CAD
Course in English. 20 mins from downtown Ottawa, Ontario. The course site, Ciel et Bois, is a retreat centre in Cantley, QC. The beautiful property is surrounded by hundreds of acres of backcountry where you can hike, run, bike, cross country ski, and connect with nature.
12/2/23 - 12/5/23
Cantley, QC
Canada
Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: WMAI Canada
Host: Boreal River Rescue
Price: $1259 CAD
Course in English. 20 mins from downtown Ottawa, Ontario. The course site, Ciel et Bois, is a retreat centre in Cantley, QC. The beautiful property is surrounded by hundreds of acres of backcountry where you can hike, run, bike, cross country ski, and connect with nature. Note: Wednesday December 6th is a day off.
12/2/23 - 12/10/23
Cantley, QC
Canada
Hybrid WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Adventure Training Consultants
Price: $350
This course is divided into two components: A self-paced, e-learning module (12+ hours), followed by two days (16+ hours) of in-person instruction. Some students may need more time to complete activities based on pre-assessment scores to ensure that they are prepared for the in-person session. Students must register at least 2 weeks before the course date to ensure that there is enough time to complete the e-learning course work prior to the in-person session. Please review the minimum technology requirements for the Hybrid WFR course before registering.
12/2/23 - 12/3/23
Mt. Pleasant, MI
United States
Wilderness Advanced First Aid
Licensed Training Company: JH Training & Consulting
Host: Belgian Outward Bound
Price: See course page for pricing info.
Advanced first aid course designed for outdoor recreationalists and trip leaders who venture into moderately remote environments.
12/2/23 - 12/5/23
Varoy, Anhée
Belgium
Wilderness First Aid
Licensed Training Company: Healing All Wounds, LLC
Host: Adirondack Mountain Club
Price: $299
Additional Lodging & Meals Package: $150
This is an intensive 2 day WFA training that will teach students how to deal with medical emergencies when they are miles from help and dialing 911 is not an option. The curriculum is comprehensive, yet practical. It includes the essential principles and skills required to manage medical problems for working and playing in the remote outdoors.
12/2/23 - 12/3/23
Lake Placid, NY
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Adventure Risk Management
Price: $795
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!
12/2/23 - 12/6/23
Idyllwild, CA
United States
Wilderness First Aid
Licensed Training Company: Colorado Outside
Host: Toledo Metro Parks
Price: $295
Course hosted at Oak Openings Preserve MetroPark
12/2/23 - 12/3/23
Toledo, OH
United States
Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Wilderness Medicine Leadership
Host: Sea Education Association
Price: $1000
12/3/23 - 12/9/23
Falmouth, MA
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Healing All Wounds, LLC
Host: Adirondack Mountain Club
Price: $725
Additional Lodging and Meals Package: $378
This 5-day WFR is designed for those able to complete nearly 30 hours of pre-course work, followed by a fast paced in person course. WFR is the definitive course in medical training for outdoor educators, guides, SAR team members and others that work in play in the remote outdoors.
12/6/23 - 12/10/23
Lake Placid, NY
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: WMAI Canada
Host: Boreal River Rescue
Price: $579 CAD
Course in English. 20 mins from downtown Ottawa, Ontario. The course site, Ciel et Bois, is a retreat centre in Cantley, QC. The beautiful property is surrounded by hundreds of acres of backcountry where you can hike, run, bike, cross country ski, and connect with nature.
12/7/23 - 12/10/23
Cantley, QC
Canada
Bridge (WAFA to WFR)
Licensed Training Company: WMAI Canada
Host: Boreal River Rescue
Price: $699 CAD
Course in English. 20 mins from downtown Ottawa, Ontario. The course site, Ciel et Bois, is a retreat centre in Cantley, QC. The beautiful property is surrounded by hundreds of acres of backcountry where you can hike, run, bike, cross country ski, and connect with nature.
12/7/23 - 12/10/23
Cantley, QC
Canada
Bridge (WAFA to WFR)
Licensed Training Company: JH Training & Consulting
Host: Belgian Outward Bound
Price: See course page for pricing info.
Comprehensive medical responder course designed for outdoor professionals. The Bridge course upgrades the Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA) to Wilderness First Responder (WFR). A current WAFA certificate issued by WMA or another recognized provider is required for participation. Pre-course work is required for WAFA-to-WFR upgrade.
12/7/23 - 12/10/23
Varoy, Anhée
Belgium
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Colorado Outside
Price: $375
Course taught at our beautiful private facility bordering National Forest
12/8/23 - 12/10/23
Buena Vista, CO
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Colorado Outside
Host: Five Rivers Metro Parks
Price: $375
Taught at Possum Creek Education Center.
12/8/23 - 12/10/23
Dayton, OH
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Global Emergency Medics
Price: $850
Course is offered in beautiful Boulder, CO. World-class climbing, hiking, skiing and so much more are available just outside the classroom.
12/13/23 - 12/17/23
Boulder, CO
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Cascadia Wilderness Medicine
Price: $749
$824 includes camping on site
Class will be held at the Grange Hall in Skamokawa, WA, 90 minutes from Portland and 3 hours from Seattle.
12/15/23 - 12/19/23
Skamokawa, WA
United States
Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Colorado Outside
Host: Ohio University
Price: $750
12/16/23 - 12/22/23
Athens, OH
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: WMAI Canada
Host: Boreal River Rescue
Price: $1059 CAD
Course in English. 20 mins from downtown Ottawa, Ontario. The course site, Ciel et Bois, is a retreat centre in Cantley, QC. The beautiful property is surrounded by hundreds of acres of backcountry where you can hike, run, bike, cross country ski, and connect with nature.
12/16/23 - 12/20/23
Cantley, QC
Canada
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Cascadia Wilderness Medicine
Price: $389
$434 includes camping on site
Class will be held at the Grange Hall in Skamokawa, WA, 90 minutes from Portland and 3 hours from Seattle.
12/17/23 - 12/19/23
Skamokawa, WA
United States
Hybrid Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: AVH Global
Price: $799
Join us for a fast-paced, intensive learning experience…. This WFR is intended for self-directed learners who would benefit from at least 30 hours of pre-course online work and 5 days of hands-on training and experience applying the skills that they were introduced to. If you do not learn well via interactive online experiences, please check out our seven and eight day WFR options. Be prepared to be outdoors for a lot of the “classroom” time, putting your knowledge and skills to work. If you meet all of the skills and knowledge criteria, you will walk out with industry-standard Wilderness First Responder certification and skills. Not only will you be able to respond to many incidents and emergencies on trail—you will have the knowledge to avoid many of these situations in the first place. Whether you are looking to up your game as a wilderness guide, or are looking to adventure more safely with your friends and loved ones this course will serve you well.
12/27/23 - 12/31/23
New Paltz, NY
United States
Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Cascadia Wilderness Medicine
Host: Discovery Ministries
Price: $950
Lodging and Meals Included in Registration Costs
12/29/23 - 1/4/24
Eminence, MO
United States
Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Lodestone Safety International
Host: University of Massachusetts - Lowell
Price: $795
$105 lodging option
1/3/24 - 1/10/24
Lowell, MA
United States
Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Colorado Outside
Host: Touch of Nature Environmental Center, Southern Illinois University
Price: $750
Lodging and Food package available separately.
1/5/24 - 1/11/24
Carbondale, IL
United States
Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Healing All Wounds, LLC
Host: Zoar Outdoor
Price: $750
Lodging available
We offer Wilderness First Responder certification and re-certification classes for outdoor professionals and enthusiasts. This course is taught in conjunction with Wilderness Medical Associates of Maine.
1/5/24 - 1/11/24
Charlemont, MA
United States
Wilderness First Aid
Licensed Training Company: Wilderness Medical Associates International
Host: US National Whitewater Center
Price: $350
1/6/24 - 1/7/24
Huger, SC
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Global Emergency Medics
Price: $850
Course is offered in beautiful Boulder, CO. World-class climbing, hiking, skiing and so much more are available just outside the classroom.
1/10/24 - 1/14/24
Boulder, CO
United States
Hybrid WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Gut-Z Journey
Price: $400
$388 by check
Bishop is nestled between snow capped peaks in the spectacular Eastern Sierra region of California. With ready access to skiing, climbing and camping galore, it’s an outdoors paradise and the perfect place to renew your knowledge and practice your skills.
1/11/24 - 1/12/24
Bishop, CA
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Acadia Mountain Guides
Price: $375
The winter environment is great for learning wilderness medical skills. Course will be led by Jon Tierney, IFMGA/AMGA Mountain Guide, Flight and Wilderness Paramedic, FAWM and RN along with other members of the Acadia Mountain Guides team of highly skilled and experienced wilderness medicine instructors. See bios.
1/11/24 - 1/13/24
Bangor, ME
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Acadia Mountain Guides
Price: $675
The winter environment is great for learning wilderness medical skills. Course will be led by Jon Tierney, IFMGA/AMGA Mountain Guide, Flight and Wilderness Paramedic, FAWM and RN along with other members of the Acadia Mountain Guides team of highly skilled and experienced wilderness medicine instructors. See bios.
1/11/24 - 1/15/24
Bangor, ME
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Colorado Outside
Host: Touch of Nature Environmental Center, Southern Illinois University
Price: $375
Lodging and Food package available separately.
1/12/24 - 1/14/24
Carbondale, IL
United States
Hybrid Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Gut-Z Journey
Price: $795
$772 by check
Bishop is nestled between snow capped peaks in the spectacular Eastern Sierra region of California. With ready access to skiing, climbing and camping galore, it’s an outdoors paradise and the perfect place to learn and practice your skills.
1/13/24 - 1/17/24
Bishop, CA
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Charlie Foxtrot LLC
Host: University of Lynchburg
Price: $700
$50 for camping, $150 for bunkhouse style lodging
1/13/24 - 1/17/24
Lynchburg, VA
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Healing All Wounds, LLC
Host: Zoar Outdoor
Price: $375
Lodging available
We offer Wilderness First Responder certification and re-certification classes for outdoor professionals and enthusiasts. This course is taught in conjunction with Wilderness Medical Associates of Maine.
1/13/24 - 1/15/24
Charlemont, MA
United States
Wilderness Advanced First Aid
Licensed Training Company: AVH Global
Host: Cornell Outdoor Education
Price: $495
$450 for Cornell students
1/14/24 - 1/17/24
Ithaca, NY
United States
Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: AVH Global
Host: Cornell Outdoor Education
Price: $940
$855 for Cornell students
This 8-day, 80-hour course from Wilderness Medical Associates provides the prerequisite training and certification necessary for employment as a professional outdoor instructor at nationally recognized programs such as NOLS and Outward Bound. The curriculum goes beyond the basics needed for first aid certification to emphasize the skills and knowledge needed in backcountry rescue situations when extended care may be needed. Learn how to #faceanychallengeanywhere!
1/14/24 - 1/21/24
Ithaca, NY
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Wilderness Leadership Institute
Price: $900
On site camping for $25 per night. Group cabins for $45 per night.
Our courses are held at Green Oak Ranch. Come experience the beautiful, undeveloped hills around the ranch and feel the spirit of this historic property. The 142-acre ranch was part of the original 2,288 acre “Rancho Buena Vista,” Mexican Land Grant from the early 1800s. Explore nearby beaches, mountain biking and hiking trails, or just kickback at one of the many local restaurants and breweries.
1/17/24 - 1/21/24
San Diego, CA
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: AVH Global
Host: Cornell Outdoor Education
Price: $495
$450 for Cornell students
1/18/24 - 1/20/24
Ithaca, NY
United States
Bridge (WAFA to WFR)
Licensed Training Company: AVH Global
Host: Cornell Outdoor Education
Price: $495
$450 for Cornell students
1/18/24 - 1/21/24
Ithaca, NY
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Wilderness Leadership Institute
Price: $500
On site camping for $25 per night. Group cabins for $45 per night.
Our courses are held at Green Oak Ranch. Come experience the beautiful, undeveloped hills around the ranch and feel the spirit of this historic property. The 142-acre ranch was part of the original 2,288 acre “Rancho Buena Vista,” Mexican Land Grant from the early 1800s. Explore nearby beaches, mountain biking and hiking trails, or just kickback at one of the many local restaurants and breweries.
1/19/24 - 1/21/24
San Diego, CA
United States
1/19/24 - 1/21/24
Brevard, NC
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Adventure Risk Management
Price: $379-$359
This WFR Recertification course will be conducted within the first three days of a full WFR course (5 Day format). 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!
1/27/24 - 1/29/24
Idyllwild, CA
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Adventure Risk Management
Price: $795
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!
1/27/24 - 1/31/24
Idyllwild, CA
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Blue Mountain Medic, LLC
Host: Philadelphia Outward Bound School
Price: $425
This 3-day Open Recertification course is held at The Discovery Center located in East Fairmount Park, featuring beautifully secluded green space right in the heart of Philadelphia
2/2/24 - 2/4/24
Philadelphia, PA
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Adventure Risk Management
Price: $795
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!
2/10/24 - 2/14/24
Idyllwild, CA
United States
Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Blue Mountain Medic, LLC
Host: Philadelphia Outward Bound School
Price: $825
This 7-day WFR course is held at The Discovery Center located in East Fairmount Park, featuring beautifully secluded green space right in the heart of Philadelphia
2/24/24 - 3/1/24
Philadelphia, PA
United States
Wilderness EMS Upgrade
Licensed Training Company: Crested Butte Outdoors
Price: $1050
Gateway to Glacier National Park, Montana
2/28/24 - 3/3/24
Marion, MT
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Adventure Risk Management
Price: $795
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!
3/2/24 - 3/6/24
Idyllwild, CA
United States
Wilderness First Aid
Licensed Training Company: Colorado Outside
Host: Five Rivers Metro Parks
Price: $296
Taught at Possum Creek Education Center.
3/2/24 - 3/3/24
Dayton, OH
United States
Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Colorado Outside
Host: Five Rivers Metro Parks
Price: $750
Taught at Possum Creek Education Center.
3/4/24 - 3/10/24
Dayton, OH
United States
Hybrid Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Carl Gilmore Consulting
Host: Trinidad State College
Price: $825
Enjoy a 5 day HWFR in beautiful Trinidad, Colorado on the campus of their State College. There are 24 to 30 hours of really useful on-line pre-course work required for this course, then we’ll do 5 full days of in-person training. Also available will be a 3 day Hybrid Recertification course for qualifying students which will require 12+ hours of on line pre-course work.
3/4/24 - 3/8/24
Trinidad, CO
United States
Wilderness First Aid
Licensed Training Company: Cascadia Wilderness Medicine
Host: Northland College
3/6/24 - 3/7/24
Ashland, WI
United States
Hybrid WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Carl Gilmore Consulting
Host: Trinidad State College
Price: $425 + tax
3/6/24 - 3/8/24
Trinidad, CO
United States
3/8/24 - 3/10/24
Ashland, WI
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Adventure Risk Management
Price: $379-$359
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!
3/9/24 - 3/11/24
Idyllwild, CA
United States
Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Colorado Outside
Host: Brevard College
Price: $750
3/11/24 - 3/17/24
Brevard, NC
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Colorado Outside
Host: Five Rivers Metro Parks
Price: $375
Taught at Possum Creek Education Center.
3/15/24 - 3/17/24
Dayton, OH
United States
Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Blue Mountain Medic, LLC
Host: Princeton-Blairstown Center
Price: $900 staying onsite, all meals and lodging.
$800 commuting (includes lunch only)
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.
3/17/24 - 3/23/24
Blairstown, NJ
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Adventure Risk Management
Price: $795
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!
3/23/24 - 3/27/24
Idyllwild, CA
United States
Wilderness First Aid
Licensed Training Company: Blue Mountain Medic, LLC
Host: Dickinson College
Price: $300 for general public
$200 for Dickinson Students/faculty/staff
The best and most comprehensive course of its kind to offer relevant and realistic first-aid training for seasonal outdoor activities or short term wilderness endeavors and pursuits. Wilderness First Aid is a two-day introduction to general medical concepts and basic life support skills. It is targeted to the outdoor enthusiast on day trips or short adventures.
3/23/24 - 3/24/24
Carlisle, PA
United States
Wilderness Advanced First Aid
Licensed Training Company: AVH Global
Host: Cornell Outdoor Education
Price: $495
$450 for Cornell students
3/30/24 - 4/2/24
Ithaca, NY
United States
Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: AVH Global
Host: Cornell Outdoor Education
Price: $940
$855 for Cornell students
This 8-day, 80-hour course from Wilderness Medical Associates provides the prerequisite training and certification necessary for employment as a professional outdoor instructor at nationally recognized programs such as NOLS and Outward Bound. The curriculum goes beyond the basics needed for first aid certification to emphasize the skills and knowledge needed in backcountry rescue situations when extended care may be needed. Learn how to #faceanychallengeanywhere!
3/30/24 - 4/7/24
Ithaca, NY
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Global Emergency Medics
Price: $850
Course is offered in beautiful Boulder, CO. World-class climbing, hiking, skiing and so much more are available just outside the classroom.
4/3/24 - 4/7/24
Boulder, CO
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: AVH Global
Host: Cornell Outdoor Education
Price: $495
$450 for Cornell students
4/3/24 - 4/5/24
Ithaca, NY
United States
Bridge (WAFA to WFR)
Licensed Training Company: AVH Global
Host: Cornell Outdoor Education
Price: $495
$450 for Cornell students
4/3/24 - 4/6/24
Ithaca, NY
United States
4/12/24 - 4/13/24
Mammoth Lakes, CA
United States
4/14/24 - 4/18/24
Mammoth Lakes, CA
United States
Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Cascadia Wilderness Medicine
Host: Northland College
4/20/24 - 4/27/24
Ashland, WI
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Crested Butte Outdoors
Price: $1050
Gateway to Glacier National Park, Montana
4/20/24 - 4/24/24
Marion, MT
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Crested Butte Outdoors
Price: $560
Class at Little Bitterrot Lake, the gateway to Glacier National Park, Montana.
4/22/24 - 4/24/24
Marion, MT
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Lochsa Wilderness Education
Host: Chicago Voyagers
Price: $900
Free lunch provided
Course will take place at Camp Reinburg. Full 5 Day WFR will run Saturday thru Wednesday, with re-certification taking place Monday thru Wednesday. Limited Re-cert spots available.
4/27/24 - 5/1/24
Palatine, IL
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Lochsa Wilderness Education
Host: Chicago Voyagers
Price: $500
Free lunch provided
Course will take place at Camp Reinburg. Full 5 Day WFR will run Saturday thru Wednesday, with re-certification taking place Monday thru Wednesday. Limited Re-cert spots available.
4/29/24 - 5/1/24
Palatine, IL
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Repsonder
Licensed Training Company: Adventure Risk Management
Price: $795
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!
5/1/24 - 5/5/24
Idyllwild, CA
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Crested Butte Outdoors
Price: $1050
Gateway to Glacier National Park, Montana
5/1/24 - 5/5/24
Marion, MT
United States
Hybrid WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Gut-Z Journey
Price: $400
$388 by check
Bishop is nestled between snow capped peaks in the spectacular Eastern Sierra region of California. With ready access to skiing, climbing and camping galore, it’s an outdoors paradise and the perfect place to renew your knowledge and practice your skills.
5/2/24 - 5/3/24
Bishop, CA
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Crested Butte Outdoors
Price: $560
Class at Little Bitterrot Lake, the gateway to Glacier National Park, Montana.
5/3/24 - 5/5/24
Marion, MT
United States
Hybrid Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Gut-Z Journey
Price: $795
$772 by check
Bishop is nestled between snow capped peaks in the spectacular Eastern Sierra region of California. With ready access to skiing, climbing and camping galore, it’s an outdoors paradise and the perfect place to learn and practice your skills.
5/4/24 - 5/8/24
Bishop, CA
United States
Wilderness First Aid
Licensed Training Company: Wilderness Medicine Leadership
Host: Maine's First Ship
5/11/24 - 5/12/24
Bath, ME
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Cascadia Wilderness Medicine
Host: YMCA Camp Widjiwagan
5/14/24 - 5/16/24
Ely, MN
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Crested Butte Outdoors
Price: $1050
Gateway to Glacier National Park, Montana
5/15/24 - 5/19/24
Marion, MT
United States
Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Cascadia Wilderness Medicine
Host: YMCA Camp Widjiwagan
5/17/24 - 5/24/24
Ely, MN
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Crested Butte Outdoors
Price: $560
Class at Little Bitterroot Lake, the gateway to Glacier National Park, Montana.
5/17/24 - 5/19/24
Marion, MT
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Global Emergency Medics
Price: $850
Course is offered in beautiful Boulder, CO. World-class climbing, hiking, skiing and so much more are available just outside the classroom.
5/18/24 - 5/22/24
Boulder, CO
United States
Hybrid WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Gut-Z Journey
Price: $400
$388 by check
Come enjoy the start of summer nestled between snow capped peaks in the spectacular Eastern Sierra region of California. With ready access to skiing, climbing and camping galore, it’s an outdoors paradise and the perfect place to renew your knowledge and practice your skills. This course will be outside of Mammoth Lakes, the world class ski and mountain bike town.
6/6/24 - 6/7/24
Mammoth Lakes, CA
United States
Hybrid Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Gut-Z Journey
Price: $795
$772 by check
Come enjoy the start of summer nestled between snow capped peaks in the spectacular Eastern Sierra region of California. With ready access to skiing, climbing and camping galore, it’s an outdoors paradise and the perfect place to increase your knowledge and practice your skills. This course will be outside of Mammoth Lakes, the world class ski and mountain bike town.
6/8/24 - 6/12/24
Bishop, CA
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Aid
Licensed Training Company: Global Emergency Medics
Price: $850
Course is offered in beautiful Boulder, CO. World-class climbing, hiking, skiing and so much more are available just outside the classroom.
6/12/24 - 6/16/24
Boulder, CO
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Global Emergency Medics
Host: Dreamland Safari Tours
Price: $850
Course is offered in beautiful Kanab, UT. Incredible National Parks, slot canyons, jeep tours, hiking, biking, and so much more are available right outside of the classroom.
6/12/24 - 6/16/24
Kanab, UT
United States
WFR Recertification
Licensed Training Company: Global Emergency Medics
Host: Dreamland Safari Tours
Price: $425
Course is offered in beautiful Kanab, UT. Incredible National Parks, slot canyons, jeep tours, hiking, biking, and so much more are available right outside of the classroom.
6/14/24 - 6/16/24
Kanab, UT
United States
Wilderness First Aid
Licensed Training Company: AVH Global
Host: Adirondack Woodcraft Camps
Price: $300
$390 includes food and lodging
Join us at this amazing camp in the beautiful western Adirondacks of NY state. We will get hands-on and work through a TON of medical information. Adriondack Woodcraft Camps is located in the Adirondacks in Old Forge, NY. Woodcraft spans 250 beautiful acres of fields, forest, lakes and borders the Moose River and is a perfect setting in which to learn and practice your wilderness medical skills.
6/17/24 - 6/18/24
Old Forge, NY
United States
5-Day Wilderness First Responder
Licensed Training Company: Global Emergency Medics
Price: $850
Course is offered in beautiful Boulder, CO. World-class climbing, hiking, skiing and so much more are available just outside the classroom.
7/10/24 - 7/14/24
Boulder, CO
United States