• Wilderness First Aid, valid for 2 years

• CPR: AED Adult/ Child/ Infant, valid for 2 years 

• Wilderness First Responder-Refresher for those holding a current WFR Certification or within 1 year of expiration, valid for 2 years. Additional e-labs apply.

• WA Epinephrine Auto-Injector Certification, valid for 2 years

• Manage risk through pre trip planning and preventative techniques: first aid kits, pre-trip medical assessments, travel medicine, telemedicine

• Assess and treat life threatening emergencies: airway management, hemorrhage control, CPR, shock, and stabilization.

• Practice common trauma techniques: wound and fracture management, head injuries, neck and spine injury, blunt trauma, burns, dental and eye trauma.

• Develop important judgment skills for the assessment and evacuation of medical and environmental emergencies in the backcountry: heat and cold emergencies, animal bites and stings, lightning and adverse weather, search and rescue basics, cardiac and respiratory emergencies, diabetes, seizures, anaphylaxis.

Day 1

Location: Larrabee State Park

For April - September courses: 9:00AM - 5:30PM

For October - March courses: 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Hike: 3-5 miles, about 500 - 1,000 vertical feet

Trails: Interurban, Fragrance Lake Overlook 

Day 2

Location: Larrabee State Park

For April - September courses: 9:00AM - 5:30PM

For October - March courses: 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Hike: 3-5 miles, about 200 vertical feet

Trails: Interurban, Clayton Beach

*Note: The itinerary is fluid and is subject to change for safety and weather/ environmental factors including wind, rain/ snow, Air Quality Index, trail closures, traffic considerations, etc.

The class embarks on a hike over moderate terrain (trail, gravel, roots). Actual daily totals vary between 3-5 miles and about 500 feet of vertical feet gain. Consideration should be taken to ensure you are fit enough to embark on these trails. Please contact BMG if you would like more information about fitness requirements.

All of our programs have a minimum age requirement based on physical intensity and/or the mature nature of the online and in-person content. The minimum age for this program is 14 (with anyone under 18 requiring a guardian’s consent). We reserve the right to make exceptions to this policy depending on circumstances. If you have any questions, please reach out to info@backcountrymedical.org to see whether an exception is possible.

This course is held rain or shine and will require clothing suited for any weather. The following is a list of recommended gear you will need to bring with you:

• Hat (sun hat or warm hat)

• Gloves

• Sunscreen

• Rain jacket

• Warm layers

• Appropriate footwear for hiking

• Water bottle

• Food for lunch and snacks (lunch is not provided)

• Pen or pencil

***Notebooks are optional, a manual with lecture notes is provided at the beginning of the course and can be used to take notes. 

Nestled in the beautiful Pacific Northwest and 30 miles from the Canadian border, Bellingham, Washington, has recreation opportunities in all directions. Between the North Cascades’ beautiful peaks, the town’s abundant trails, and Bellingham’s gorgeous bay, you are bound to find something fun to do.

This course is held at Larrabee State Park which is Washington's first established state park. Larrabee hosts miles of scenic hiking trails which take you through forests of Douglas fir and down to beautiful beaches with views of the San Juan Islands. 

Larrabee State Park 

245 Chuckanut Dr.

Bellingham, WA 98229