WILDERNESS FIRST RESPONDER - REFRESHER

The Wilderness First Responder-Refresher (WFR-R) program is a recertification course for those who hold a current WFR certification. It is considered a standard for renewing expedition leaders, guides, outdoor professionals, and backcountry enthusiasts.

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Big Sur, CA | Wilderness First Aid WFR Re-Certification (WFR-R)
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Big Sur Programs California Wilderness First Responder-Refresher WFR-R
Big Sur, CA | Wilderness First Aid WFR Re-Certification (WFR-R)
Big Sur Programs California Wilderness First Responder-Refresher WFR-R
$395.00

Students practice skills and scenarios as they venture past crystal clear rivers, open meadows, old growth redwoods, wind-swept bluffs, and remote beaches in this two-day WFA program. Big Sur provides a superlative location to earn your certification and gain skills for your next adventure. Camping is included in course tuition.

Big Sur Programs California Wilderness First Responder-Refresher WFR-R
Bellingham, WA | Wilderness First Responder-Refresher (WFR-R Only)
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Bellingham Washington Programs Wilderness First Responder-Refresher WFR-R
Bellingham, WA | Wilderness First Responder-Refresher (WFR-R Only)
Bellingham Washington Programs Wilderness First Responder-Refresher WFR-R
$350.00

This Bellingham-based program is designed for Wilderness First Responders who need to recertify and whose WFR certification is still within the one‑year grace period. Refresh your WFR certification with day hikes through beautiful Larrabee State Park; home to Douglas Fir forests, gorgeous Salish Sea coastline, and expansive views of the San Juan Islands!

If these dates do not work for you, join one of our Wilderness First Aid courses and receive WFR recertification.

Bellingham Washington Programs Wilderness First Responder-Refresher WFR-R

WFA: Wilderness First Aid Program

If WFR-R Only course dates don’t work for you, you may join a Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course. We include opportunities for advanced scenarios for our WFR-R folks while keeping the curriculum accessible to all.

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Seattle, WA | Wilderness First Aid (WFA)
Seattle, WA | Wilderness First Aid (WFA)
$350.00

With the Salish Sea and the Cascades always close at hand, many in the Seattle community spend time adventuring on the water and in nearby wild spaces. This course focuses on practical first aid skills for those environments, helping participants feel prepared to respond to injuries and medical emergencies when they happen. (WFR Recertification also available.)

Also check out our Seafaring WFA course dates at maritimemedicalguides.org.

Big Sur, CA | Wilderness First Aid (WFA)
Big Sur, CA | Wilderness First Aid (WFA)
$395.00

Students practice skills and scenarios as they venture past crystal clear rivers, open meadows, old growth redwoods, wind-swept bluffs, and remote beaches in this two-day WFA program. Big Sur provides a superlative location to earn your certification and gain skills for your next adventure. Camping is included in course tuition. (WFR Recertification also available.)

Bellingham, WA | Wilderness First Aid (WFA)
Bellingham, WA | Wilderness First Aid (WFA)
$350.00

This WFA Program day hikes through beautiful Larrabee State Park; home to Douglas Fir forests, gorgeous coastline, and expansive views of the Salish Sea. Join us in Bellingham, WA! (WFR Re-Certification available in this Program.

WFA: Mountain Biking Programs

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Bellingham, WA | MTB Wilderness First Aid (WFA)
Bellingham, WA | MTB Wilderness First Aid (WFA)
$375.00

The ability to ride fast and far is what makes mountain biking so thrilling, but these freedoms don’t come without risk. Learn preventative and emergency first aid management skills adapted specifically for mountain bikers while enjoying the world-class trails of Galbraith Mountain in this two-day WFA program. (WFR-Recertification available via this Program).

Seattle, WA | Wilderness First Aid for Mountain Bikers
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Seattle, WA | Wilderness First Aid for Mountain Bikers
$375.00

Custom Course Available Upon Request. Email training@backcountrymed.org .

We are happy to partner with your organization to bring you this program to your crew in the Seattle area - Duthie Hill, Snoqualmie Pass- while learning preventative and emergency first aid management skills adapted specifically for mountain bikers.

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Santa Cruz, CA | Wilderness First Aid for Mountain Bikers
Santa Cruz, CA | Wilderness First Aid for Mountain Bikers
$375.00

Round out your mountain biking knowledge and skillset with wilderness medicine for when a ride doesn’t go as smooth as you’d hoped. Learn preventative and emergency first aid management skills adapted specifically for mountain bikers while enjoying the coastal and forested trails of Cotani-Coast-Dairies or Wilder Ranch in this two-day program. (WFR Recertification available.)
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WFR-R: Sailing Programs

We offer WFR-R Maritime Programs through Maritime Medical Guides, the seafaring branch of Backcountry Medical Guides. Class offerings include internationally recognized and accredited courses in Advanced CPR/First Aid For Mariners which qualify for a Wilderness First Responder-Refresher for those holding a current WFR Certification or within 1 year of expiration.

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