Come enjoy the start of summer nestled between snowcapped peaks in the spectacular Eastern Sierra region of California. This course will be outside of Mammoth Lakes, the world class ski and mountain bike town.
You will be empowered with the knowledge you need to avoid high-risk solutions for low-risk problems. At Gut-Z Journey, we teach you the ‘why’ behind decision-making in the field. The skills you’ll gain from our courses will therefore be incredibly practical and long-lasting.

You will be empowered with the knowledge you need to avoid high-risk solutions for low-risk problems. At Gut-Z Journey, we teach you the ‘why’ behind decision-making in the field. The skills you’ll gain from our courses will therefore be incredibly practical and long-lasting.

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 enviroments. The 5 day format is for individuals and sponsors with less time available for onsite training and requires 25 hours of pre-course preparation.

Lodging and camping available for additional fee

$650 for UWM students and $800 for General Public

Lodging is available on site in the dorm – $75-90 / night, rooms sleep up to four. Private bathrooms, shared kitchen and lounge area. BYO lunches and you are welcome to cook in the kitchen.

REGISTRATION goes live 9/30/2024 on the AVHglobal.com website!!!!!

We will run 0900-1700 daily with homework– bring your own lunch– but we have a beautiful facility to work out of!

This course is already getting registrations, so make sure you enroll early.

Take your wilderness skills to the next level in the outdoor mecca of the Eastern Sierra. With snow-capped mountains, skiing, climbing, and camping galore, it’s a great place to soak in new skills.

Most of our students capitalize on the numerous dispersed camping options the Eastern Sierra has to offer!

This course is being held at the Crowley Lake Community Center (15 miles south of the incorporated town of Mammoth Lakes, CA).