WILDERNESS FIRST AID

Our adventure-based Wilderness First Aid (WFA) courses are for outdoor professionals and enthusiasts. Participants learn fundamental wilderness medicine and preventative techniques while developing important judgment skills for outdoor emergencies. 

WFA: Hiking Programs

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Bellingham, WA | Wilderness First Aid/WFR-R
Bellingham, WA | Wilderness First Aid/WFR-R
$315.00

This 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!

April 5-6

May 31-June 1

July 12-13

September 6-7

November 1-2

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Big Sur, CA | Wilderness First Aid/WFR-R
Big Sur, CA | Wilderness First Aid/WFR-R
$395.00

Students practice skills and scenarios as they venture past crystal clear rivers, 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.
*NEW* Limited tent camping is available upon request.

March 29-30

July 19-20

October 4-5

December 13-14

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Seattle, WA | Wilderness First Aid/WFR-R
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Seattle, WA | Wilderness First Aid/WFR-R
$350.00

With Mt. Rainier, the North Cascades, and the Olympics on the horizon, Seattle is surrounded by world-class mountain adventures. For those who take advantage of the Emerald City’s epic surroundings, be that day hikes or week-long climbing trips, we’re excited to be partnering with the University of Washington to offer this course for the UW and Seattle adventure community.

June 28-29, 2025 (Sold out, waitlist available)

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WFA: Mountain Bike Programs

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Santa Cruz, CA | Wilderness First Aid/WFR-R for Mountain Bikers
Santa Cruz, CA | Wilderness First Aid/WFR-R for Mountain Bikers
$395.00

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 Wilder Ranch State Park in this two-day program.

July 26-27

October 25-26

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Bellingham, WA | Wilderness First Aid/WFR-R for Mountain Bikers
Bellingham, WA | Wilderness First Aid/WFR-R for Mountain Bikers
$395.00

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 program.

April 26-27

July 26-27

September 20-21

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WFA: Trail Running Programs

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San Juan Islands, WA | Wilderness First Aid/WFR-R for Trail Runners
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San Juan Islands, WA | Wilderness First Aid/WFR-R for Trail Runners
$1,300.00

The San Juan Islands are a truly magical corner of the world. Sucia Island has so much to explore by foot and every trail brings you somewhere that will renew your awe. Learn important wilderness medicine skills specific to trail running in a wonderful and rich environment.

No program dates currently scheduled.

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WFA: Backcountry Ski & Snowboard Programs

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Mt. Baker, WA | Wilderness First Aid & AIARE Avalanche Rescue Course
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Mt. Baker, WA | Wilderness First Aid & AIARE Avalanche Rescue Course
$695.00

This three-day backcountry ski/snowboard program includes Wilderness First Aid (or WFR-Refresher) and AIARE Avalanche Rescue certifications.

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WFA: Sailing Programs

We offer WFA Sailing Programs through Maritime Medical Guides, the seafaring branch of Backcountry Medical Guides. Class offerings include internationally recognized and accredited courses in Advanced First Aid/CPR For Mariners.