The wilderness scouts is a club for girls who want to get to know god while exploring his creation and learning how to use natural resources in many areas of their lives. Produced by the emergency care and safety institute ecsi, this updated second edition is a userfriendly guide based upon the latest first aid and cpr guidelines. Current adult cpraed through the american red cross, american heart association, or other nationally recognized provider that does not expire until after the end of the course. Wilderness first aid wfa is the specific discipline of first aid which relates to care in remote areas, where emergency medical services will be difficult to obtain or will take a long time to arrive. The course utilizes didactic instructions and active participation to teach students foundational knowledge of the principles of first aid in a wilderness setting and application of. In this wilderness first aid class, students will learn how to assess, treat and, when possible, prevent medical and traumatic emergencies within. We will build on your background in basic first aid to develop competency in the critical wilderness medicine skills needed to take care of a patient in an. The class is bsa approved for scout leaders and camps certified by the aca. Northeast iowa council wilderness first aid and cpr course.
Based on short lectures and a variety of different skill sets in an easy going atmosphere allowing for alternative participant comprehension levels. Special thanks to the boy scouts of america for facilitating the task force that produced the. A personal survival kit is intended to be kept on your person at all times while in the wild and opened only in emergency. Wilderness first aid is the practice of first aid where definitive care is more than one hour away, and often days to weeks away. Time is the essential element distinguishing wilderness first aid from standard first aid. Wilderness first aid wfa, the next step up from the basic first aid, focuses on teaching assessment skills and using available resources when professional responders may be hours or even days away. It can have a dramatic effect on the outcome of emergencies, injuries, and illnesses. When you are in the back country, accidents happen, and making sure you are prepared cab be a matter of life and death. This guide is based upon the latest wilderness first aid and cpr guidelines.
May 20s flint river council wilderness first aid wfa certification course for adult leaders will offer training in wilderness first aid skills through classroom and handson training in a wilderness setting. If youre interested in leaning more id highly suggest taking a. This course meets the wilderness first aid requirement for units trekking at national high adventure bases philmont, sea base, northern tier and the summit and. A wilderness firstaid kit checklist appalachian mountain club. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Here you can find all the certifications recognized by the bsa for this standard. As we go farther into the backcountry with our units, some additional training is needed. Wilderness survival information troop meetings main event related advancement tenderfoot requirements 1a and 1b second class requirements 1a, 2b, 2d first class requirements 1a and 3 emergency preparedness, first aid, safety, search and rescue, signs, signals, and codes, and wilderness survival merit badges survival gear every survival kit begins with the scout basic essentials. Wilderness first aid training is here, helping you cope with medical emergencies in the wild and, perhaps more importantly, to be a more effective manager in any crisis.
An officiallylicensed book of the boy scouts of america. First aid for mild burns, apply ice packs or damp, cold cloths, do not break blisters. More than 200 essential skills for medical emergencies in. Upon completion of this course you will receive a twoyear certificate in wilderness first and cpr aed from the emergency care and safety institute. A personal survival kit is intended to be kept on your person at. Wilderness and remote first aid required for activity if youre planning to take your troop more than 30 minutes away from emergency medical services, one adult with this certification must be present. Wilderness first aid wfa is the assessment of and treatment given to an ill or injured person in a remote environment where definitive care of a physician andor rapid transport is not readily available, usually more than 2 hours away. If you have a current cpr certificate you do not need to attend the last part of the afternoon session which will consist of cpr. Written by an expert in wilderness medicine, the scouting guide to wilderness first aid is an invaluable practical manual, covering a wide range of outdoor medical problems. Youth and adult scout leaders are encouraged to take this firstaid course, which offers a management dimension that most curriculums.
Youll be involved in plenty of handson scenarios lots of fake blood and makeup that help you put the instruction to practical use. Apr 20, 2019 because wilderness first aid is now required in some fashion by all of the major boy scouts of america bsa high adventure bases, we keep a complete and uptodate list of current requirements for philmont scout ranch, florida sea base, northern tier, bechtel summit home of national jamboree, maine high adventure, as well as national capital area council boy scouts lenhoksin high. Course may be taken from any of these qualifying organizations. When calling 911 is not an immediate option, or when help could be an hour or even days away, the task of managing the injured and the ill will challenge you beyond the firstaid knowledge and skills you will learn in this course. Additionally, the wilderness first aid course wildmi554, and when included the cpraed course wildmi4, are approved by the united states coast guard to meet the first aid and cpr training requirements of 46 cfr 11. This course provides the skills necessary to deal with emergencies when help may be delayed for several hours to several days. Wilderness first aid is an objectivesdriven, skillsbased course based on the ashi wilderness first aid wfa program. Wilderness first aid is taught by the local boy scout council to those individuals planning trips and adventures to places where help is not just a phone call away. In the scouting guide to wilderness first aid, current scouts, scout alumni, and readers interested in the outdoors are the boy scouts of america provide programs for young people that build character. Ticks are tiny, but they can case a lot of trouble. Boy scouts of america specific wilderness first aid. Wilderness first aid, or wfa, is a generic term that commonly refers to any training course that focuses on prevention, assessment, and treatment for an ill or injured person in a remote environment where definitive care by a physician andor rapid transport is not readily available. This article is obviously not a substitute for proper medical training, and you shouldnt be used in place of good judgment.
Successful completion results in a 2year certification in wilderness first aid. Youll learn the patient assessment system, how to provide effective first aid treatments for injuries and illnesses common in the outdoors, and how to maker appropriate evacuation decisions. The american red cross wilderness and remote first aid 16hour course is consistent with guidelines established for and by the boy scouts of america and is adaptable to meet needs for such training for youthserving organizations and adult participants in outdoor recreational activities as well as employees working in various wilderness and remote settings where ems response to the site of an. Wilderness medical associates field protocols for wilderness first aid certified professionals. Wilderness first aid is the assessment of and treatment given to an ill or injured person in a remote environment where definite care of a physician andor rapid transport is not readily available. First aid class located in nassau county, suffolk county and brooklyn ny. Boy scouts of america requires that a minimum of one person in each crew group be wilderness first aid wfa training and certified at all bsa national high adventure camps i. I have 6 older scouts interested and registered to take both cpraed and wilderness first aid. Wilderness first aid mississippi valley council boy.
As with most things in life, theres an infinite amount of safety and first aid skills that your girls can acquire, so the learning shouldnt stop here. Wilderness and remote first aid american red cross. Wilderness first aid boy scouts of america, dan beard. Wfabsa wilderness first aid training for boy scout adult leaders and boy scouts as well as blended or distance learning for counselors or anyone needing wilderness first aid. Similar books to the scouting guide to wilderness first aid. First aidwilderness first aid wikibooks, open books for an. Boy scouts of america wilderness first aid curriculum and. Most are headed to high adventure camps like philmont, northern tier and sea base. Must have current first aid and cpr prior to start of class. This 2day skills based program represents the minimum standard of training for the outdoor leader, instructor, guide or recreational adventurer. You will need to stay for all of the wilderness first aid until it is done and have taken the test. Join us for a day of fun at the bsas national campin. This 2day skills based program represents the minimum standard of training for the. In the scouting guide to wilderness first aid, current scouts, scout alumni, and readers interested in the outdoors are provided with timetested advice on how to safely identify, harvest, and use edible wild plants.
Wilderness first aid training chief seattle council. Sep 01, 2015 compact and lightweight, this basic firstaid kit should travel with you anytime you hit the trails. Pocket naturalist guide emergency first aid scout shop. This is defined as being an hour or more away from. Wilderness first aid american red cross certification. A seconddegree burn is a burn that raises blisters. This class meets the requirements for camp staff, boy scout leaders and basic guiding needs in many situations. Wilderness first aid wfa venture out university of. Wilderness first aid learn about the new practices that go way beyond what scouting leaders may already know as first aid. Wilderness and remote first aid certification course. Ecsi wilderness first aid guide boy scouts of america.
Wilderness first aid and the boy scouts of america over 20 years we have taught wfa to thousands of scout leaders. Not a substitute for first aid and lifesaving training. Knowledge, respect and enjoyment of the outdoors is an integral part of the boy scout experience. Wilderness first aid for scouts and scouters great smoky. It focuses on prevention, assessment, and treatment for an ill or injured person in a remote environment where definitive care by a. However, accidents, injuries and illness do occur while in remote places.
Crossroads of america council wilderness first aid march 2018. Being prepared for situations in which first aid training is required is a sign of a good scout. Building your wilderness first aid kit american alpine. Enhance skills in using natural resources to survive. All course information is produced by the emergency care and safety institute ecsi. This training is geared towards adult scout leaders and those scout parents going to a scout high adventure base activity or scout wilderness activity. Participants, who complete all course requirements, earn certification from.
Only 20 people will be allowed to register for this 16 hour wilderness first aid course, offered by tony higuera, an experienced wfa instructor. Skills will be tested first day of wilderness first aid. Severe or thirddegree burns char layers of skin and flesh. Wilderness first aid expands on basic first aid training with advanced emergency management and assessment techniques. Wilderness first aid great smoky mountain council boy. Wilderness first aid course in nassau county suffolk county. Based in mazama, washington, the wmtc offers yearround courses in wilderness first responder and wfr recert, wilderness emt, wilderness first aid, wilderness survival, technical rescue, and risk management. The scouting guide to wilderness first aid by the boy. Wilderness first aid curriculum and doctrine guidelines. Wilderness first aid is typically one of the courses available during the mega training weekend each may at lost pines scout reservation, 785 fm 1441, bastrop, tx 78602.
Wilderness first aid glaciers edge council, boy scouts. The girl scout badge program does a great job of building in a progressive first aid education at each level of girl scouting, so your girls can expand their skill set year after year. Wilderness first aid during this course, we will provide you the latest information on decisionmaking principles and practices guiding wilderness treatment and evacuation decisions. This new course and similar courses are now essential training for philmont, northern tier, sea base, swamp base and the summit participants. Wilderness first aid 2020 overland trails council, boy scouts of.
These are only some of the items that a wilderness first aid course teaches. Wilderness first aid wfa is a course for everyone planning a remote high adventure ranging from lay responders to medical professionals. The boy scouts of america provide programs for young people that build character. Locating the victim precedes assessment and intervention and in the case of wilderness response is often a difficult matter. The original wilderness first aid basics was developed by the transylvania county chapter of the american red cross in brevard, nc in cooperation with, among others, the boy scouts of america. Participants must be 14, a firstclass scout, or equivalent. Rei wilderness medical associates solo national outdoor leadership school. Wilderness first aid atlanta area council boy scouts. Apr 06, 2018 each participant will receive a handy, pocketsized field book that meets the wilderness first aid curriculum and guidelines of the boy scouts of america. Designed for scouts and scout leaders, outdoor enthusiasts and anyone who works or spends time in remote environments, this course teaches advanced skills to be used in emergencies when help from professional first responders may be far away. A pocketsized guide packed with illustrations of first aid and lifesaving techniques.
With an ashi wilderness first aid class, first aid providers in a remote outdoor setting will be better prepared to respond when faced with limited resources, longer times to care for someone, and decisions about when and how fast to evacuate an ill or injured person. Includes sections on restoring breathing, moving injured patients, heatcold exposure, and much more. It provides a practical perspective on dealing with common wilderness injuries through to life threatening situations. An officiallylicensed book of the boy scouts of america more than 200 essential skills for medical emergencies in remote environments. I am not finding any pins online so thought maybe this group might have a source for this pin. Download pdf summary being prepared in scouting often means being ready to render first aid.
Wilderness first aid, or wfa, is a generic term that commonly refers to any training course that focuses on prevention, assessment, and treatment for an ill or. Help scouts understand the value of a positive mental attitude in the face. Based on the boy scouts of america wilderness first aid curriculum. Youth and adult scout leaders 16 or older are invited to participate and earn their certification. Survival kit pocketknife first aid kit extra clothing socks, shirt, pants, underwear. Wilderness survival kits contain different items than an emergency survival kit for the home.
The practice of wilderness first aid is defined by difficult victim access, limited equipment, and environmental extremes. The wilderness first aid class is typically fast paced. During a wilderness first aid course scouters and youth members over age 14 learn how to assess, treat, and manage emergencies so they can safely take their adventures into areas beyond the reach. Boy scout high adventure wilderness first aid requirements. This fast paced, handson training is designed to meet the needs of trip leaders, camp staff, outdoor enthusiasts, and individuals working in remote locations. As such, care can differ radically from that which is provided in other situations. The wilderness first aid handbook is a handy, quickreference guide easily accessible with basic wilderness first aid knowledge, but it does not require advanced degrees or experience with medicine and prehospital care. Scoutingbsafirst aid merit badge wikibooks, open books. Each participant will receive a handy, pocketsized field book that meets the wilderness first aid curriculum and guidelines of the boy scouts of america. Most first responder and other courses have treatment plans that call for evacuation to medical care, as if it were as easy as catching a bus. Wilderness first aid mountain shepherd adventure school. This is not an exhaustive list of providers that meet the minimum standard. Boy scouts of america wilderness first aid manual on.
More serious mishaps if youre traveling far from the madding crowd or with a large group, consider upgrading your firstaid kit for graver incidents, such as a broken bone, a major laceration, or a severe burn. This course builds on the wfa class, with more time spent practicing. Whether in the wilderness outdoors or a large city, situations will come up where a first aid kit accompanied with thorough training may make the difference between life and death. Youth over 14 years of age and adult scout leaders are encouraged to take this first aid course. It covers about 12 of the true guide wilderness first responder class with less depth on those topics covered. This handy, pocketsized book meets the wilderness first aid curriculum of the boy scouts of america. It will introduce you to caring for people who become ill or injured far from definitive medical care. The contents of a first aid will vary based on the activity and your medical training, but here are a few items we think should be included in your kit. Supplemental training heart of america council boy scouts of.
Wilderness first aid wfa venture out offers a twoday wilderness first aid wfa training each year in january. Wilderness first aid course 2017 boy scouts montana council. Students are provided with ample opportunity to master core concepts and skills of first aid. People involved in outdoor activities canoeing, backpacking, caving, hunting, fishing, rock climbing or who plan to pursue an outdoor career should strongly consider this exceptional leadership opportunity. Wilderness first aid wfa, the next step up from the basic first aid, focuses on teaching assessment skills and using available resources when professional responders. Make sure you have sufficient training to handle likely emergencies and carry the right equipment. Sports and wilderness first aid training courses red cross. It was designed for scouts and scout leaders, outdoor enthusiasts and anyone who works or spends time in remote environments, this course teaches advanced skills to be used in emergencies when help from professional first responders may be far away. Items you choose to include in your kit may also need to reflect the area and time of year of your adventure. Youth and adult scout leaders are encouraged to take this first aid course, which offers a management. Do not treat burns with jellies, creams, greases, or sprays. Wilderness first aid training wilderness first aid wfa is the assessment of and treatment given to an ill or injured person in a remote environment where definitive care by a physician andor rapid transport is not readily available. Wilderness first aid for scouts and scouters training 2018. Boy scouts of america wilderness first aid course based on the boy scouts of americas 16hour wilderness first aid curriculum, this course is offered through the emergency care and safety institutes istrouma area council educational center and supported by the american academy of orthopedic surgeons, the american college.
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This is a 16hour course developed by the american red cross arc and is taught by scout leaders who are certified arc instructors. The wilderness first aid wfa course will help you prepare for the unexpected. Because wilderness first aid is now required in some fashion by all of the major boy scouts of america bsa high adventure bases, we keep a complete and uptodate list of current requirements for philmont scout ranch, florida sea base, northern tier, bechtel summit home of national jamboree, maine high adventure, as well as national capital area council boy scouts. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Boy scouts of america bsa wilderness first aid curriculum and doctrine guidelines and reflects the 2010 consensus on science for cpr and emergency cardiovascular care and the 2010 guidelines for first aid. Participants must attend both the friday and saturday sessions to receive a certification card. Youth and adult scout leaders over age 14 are invited to participate and earn their certification. Wilderness first aid wfa is the assessment of and treatment given to an ill or injured person in a remote environment where definitive care by a physician andor rapid transport is not readily available.