Wilderness First Responder Training

[Trayos]

In a few months, I'm going to be participating in a wilderness first responder training course. It takes place over a 3 day term, in the woods, with instruction from "0800 to 2400 Hours". I know basic stabilization, transport, and bandaging already (From Scouting), but what other techniques/situations should I prepare for?

 

[EMSLaw]

As I understand it, the WFR is designed to take someone from layperson level to First Responder level with a wilderness emphasis. So, I don't think there's anything you "need" to know before you get there.

But it's always a good idea to review your basic anatomy, even if that's just brushed upon in FR courses.

 

[mycrofft]

See special category below for WILDERNESS, military etc.

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[Trayos]

Oops!

My bad, could someone move this to the proper area?

 

[skivail]

I have never heard of such a short WFR course. Usually they are 80+ hours. Be prepared to get dirty and have fun.

 

[medicdan]

I have never heard of such a short WFR course. Usually they are 80+ hours.

Neither have I... Where are you taking it? Normally, shoot for one of the bio providers... SOLO, WMA (?NOLS)...

 

[Trayos]

I am apparently taking it at Camp Schnider. It sounds somewhat intense, based on reviews by previous students, but that's what makes it interesting.

 

[ajax]

that is a crazy-short WFR class. I took mine at a college, so we had a five hour class once a week for a semester. Best class i've taken.

Basic knowledge of A+P and knots is very helpful. It will depend on the instructor how much time is devoted to any one thing, but be prepared to learn a lot and then to supplement what you learned when you get home.

and have a blast!