NOLS HYBRID WILDERNESS FIRST RESPONDER
HAILEY & SUN VALLEY, IDAHO
If you work or recreate in the outdoors or in other austere environments where access to medical care is delayed or communication is unreliable, our Wilderness First Responder course is for you. It is the industry standard for professional guides, trip leaders, search and rescue team members, outdoor recreationists, and international travelers.
Our new hybrid format begins with three weeks of online learning including readings, videos, and quizzes. You will spend 10 to 15 hours each week in the online portion and be required to finish assignments to progress. You will complete your course with a 5-day in-person program focusing on skills and scenarios.
Upon completion, you will be able to conduct a thorough physical exam, obtain a patient history, assess vital signs, provide emergency care in the wilderness, and make crucial evacuation decisions.
You'll learn both in the classroom and in outdoor settings regardless of weather, so come prepared for wet, muddy, cold, or hot environments!
Sponsored by Idaho Rescue Training & NOLS Wilderness Medicine
Available Course Dates- Register at least 2 weeks prior to course start
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May 14-18, 2024- Hailey, Idaho
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July 10-14, 2024- Sun Valley, Idaho
Cost: $860
Locations:
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Hailey: Mountain Humane, 101 Croy Creek Rd, Hailey, ID 83333
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Sun Valley: Community School, 1 Community School Dr, Sun Valley, ID 83353
The class will run from 8 am to 5 pm each day with 1 hour for lunch around noon-1pm. We will also have evening sessions on Days 2 & 3.
Travel
HAILEY: Mountain Humane is 1.3 miles west of Hailey. Please park on the east side of the lot near the large dog run and only enter through the patio doors into the classroom.
SUN VALLEY: Sun Valley Community School is located in Sun Valley, just east of Ketchum, Idaho. Please follow on-site directions to the classroom.
Meals & Lodging
Students are required to arrange all lodging and food.
Many food and lodging options are available, and public land camping is available. The best camping is out Deer Creek Road in Hailey and Trail Creek in Sun Valley. There is no camping or overnight parking available at either site.
Registration
How to Register
NOLS is collecting tuition and enrollment information for this course. Please register on the NOLS website.
Cancelation Policies
NOLS is taking all registrations for this course. Please visit their policies page for an overview of cancelation and transfer policies.
For questions about location & logistics, contact
Idaho Rescue Training
208-720-8437
Additional Resources
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Learn more about NOLS Wilderness Medicine