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5-Day Wilderness First Responder

This course requires pre-course work.
Course Details

Course is offered in beautiful Boulder, CO. World-class climbing, hiking, skiing and so much more are available just outside the classroom.

Full Course Description
Instructor: Sarah Fritz
Licensed Training Company: Global Emergency Medics
Date
11/15/25 - 11/19/25
Cost
$900.00
Location
Boulder, Colorado United States

Wilderness First Aid

Course Details

Make wilderness first aid training your #1 piece of gear and up your confidence when it comes to managing injury or illness when help is far away.

Space is limited, $100 deposit reserves your spot today.

Adult CPR and AED included as part of the two days, at no additional cost.

Class is located at the southern end of the beautiful Bitterroot Valley, in Hamilton, MT. Home of world class fly fishing, gorgeous mountains and hiking, and other recreation abound.

Full Course Description
Instructor: Katie Woods
Host: Katie Woods
Date
11/15/25 - 11/16/25
Cost
$200.00
Location
Hamilton, Montana United States

Wilderness EMS Upgrade

Course Details

To register for courses, you can use the link provided here, or go to our website and click on the “Register Now” tab. This will direct you to our Registration Form where you will select options for your program. Once complete, we will send you an invoice for payment of required fees with payment options and applicable policies.

Full Course Description
Instructor: Robb Evis
Host: Paddlefoot
Licensed Training Company: Wilderness Safety Systems
Date
11/24/25 - 11/28/25
Cost
CA$975.00
Location
Lake of Bays, Muskoka, Ontario Canada

Wilderness Advanced First Aid

Course Details

Taught in English.

The course site, Ciel et Bois, is 20 minutes from downtown Ottawa in Cantley, QC.

Accommodation options: A) Onsite shared lodging for $29/night includes fully equipped kitchen, bedding, wifi, comfortable and fun common areas, fire pits, and surrounded by beautiful nature, B) Book a private hotel or Airbnb, C) Commute from home or elsewhere in Ottawa/Gatineau.

Optional pick-up and drop-off at Ottawa airport, train, or hotel: $19 CAD each way.

See the Boreal River Rescue website for details.

Full Course Description
Licensed Training Company: Boreal River Rescue
Date
11/29/25 - 12/2/25
Cost
CA$759.00
Location
Ottawa, Ontario Canada

Wilderness Advanced First Aid (CPR-C)

Course Details
Instructor: Steve Hahn
Host: Canadian Outdoor Academy
Licensed Training Company: Headwaters 2 Ocean Troutfitter, Ltd.
Date
11/29/25 - 12/2/25
Cost
CA$759.00
Location
Whitehorse, Yukon Canada

Wilderness First Responder

Course Details

Taught in English.

The course site, Ciel et Bois, is 20 minutes from downtown Ottawa in Cantley, QC.

Accommodation options: A) Onsite shared lodging for $29/night includes fully equipped kitchen, bedding, wifi, comfortable and fun common areas, fire pits, and surrounded by beautiful nature, B) Book a private hotel or Airbnb, C) Commute from home or elsewhere in Ottawa/Gatineau.

Optional pick-up and drop-off at Ottawa airport, train, or hotel: $19 CAD each way.

See the Boreal River Rescue website for details.

Full Course Description
Licensed Training Company: Boreal River Rescue
Date
11/29/25 - 12/7/25
Cost
CA$1,359.00
Location
Ottawa, Ontario Canada

Bridge (WAFA to WFR)

Course Details

Taught in English.

The course site, Ciel et Bois, is 20 minutes from downtown Ottawa in Cantley, QC.

Accommodation options: A) Onsite shared lodging for $29/night includes fully equipped kitchen, bedding, wifi, comfortable and fun common areas, fire pits, and surrounded by beautiful nature, B) Book a private hotel or Airbnb, C) Commute from home or elsewhere in Ottawa/Gatineau.

Optional pick-up and drop-off at Ottawa airport, train, or hotel: $19 CAD each way.

See the Boreal River Rescue website for details.

Full Course Description
Licensed Training Company: Boreal River Rescue
Date
12/4/25 - 12/7/25
Cost
CA$759.00
Location
Ottawa, Ontario Canada

WFR Recertification

Course Details

Taught in English.

The course site, Ciel et Bois, is 20 minutes from downtown Ottawa in Cantley, QC.

Accommodation options: A) Onsite shared lodging for $29/night includes fully equipped kitchen, bedding, wifi, comfortable and fun common areas, fire pits, and surrounded by beautiful nature, B) Book a private hotel or Airbnb, C) Commute from home or elsewhere in Ottawa/Gatineau.

Optional pick-up and drop-off at Ottawa airport, train, or hotel: $19 CAD each way.

See the Boreal River Rescue website for details.

Full Course Description
Licensed Training Company: Boreal River Rescue
Date
12/4/25 - 12/7/25
Cost
CA$579.00
Location
Ottawa, Ontario Canada

Take your wilderness medicine skills to the next level. Find the Wilderness Medical Associates International course that will empower you to handle a medical emergency in a remote or under-resourced area. Our full course descriptions highlight key details like title, duration, and cost, so you can quickly identify the right fit for your professional or personal travel (or training) needs and register for a course near you.

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