Fresh snow, new terrain and venturing just a little further are inherent to backcountry touring. These elements often provide a euphoric experience, but also continually pose risk. Our ski and snowboard specific courses experience winter mountain environments through the lens of planning and medical preparation, while practicing life-saving skills for when trouble arises.
Wilderness First Responder Programs:
Wilderness First Aid Programs:
We’ve been training guide teams, ski patrol, heli/cat crews, healthcare providers, nonprofits, and the general public for many years on the art and science of staying safe in the winter. Team building is our specialty.
Begin learning today with our Wilderness Medicine Online curriculum, which provides full access to the lecture videos assigned in preparation for all of our programs. Additionally, you can apply the cost of this course as a credit toward any of our in-person programs.
The Mt. Baker backcountry is an exceptional setting to learn important medical skills tailored to skiing and snowboarding. With numerous route options, terrain for everyone, and some of the best views around, this springtime ski/snowboard WFR program will help you expand your first responder skillset in a dynamic environment.
March 24-29
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