Course Overview:

This two-day course provides essential training in wilderness and remote first aid, preparing participants to respond to medical emergencies in environments where traditional emergency medical services may be unavailable or delayed. You’ll learn how to assess, stabilize, and care for injuries and illnesses in remote settings, using minimal supplies. This hands-on, scenario-based training is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, adventure travelers, or anyone seeking to be better prepared for the unexpected.

IMPORTANT: A CPR/AED certification is required for this course. Please email support@reanimator.work to confirm that you have the appropriate certification. A generous discount is available if you sign up for both classes!

Who should join:

Hikers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts who spend time in remote areas, and who currently have a CPR/AED certification.
Wilderness guides, outdoor educators, and leaders who may be responsible for others in backcountry settings.
Individuals looking to enhance their first aid skills for outdoor or travel adventures in areas without immediate medical assistance.

Criteria:

Terrain: The course will take place outdoors and may include walking over uneven terrain, mimicking the conditions where wilderness first aid may be needed. Location is subject to change, but will be a blend of urban and trail environments within Santa Fe limits.
Physical Exertion: Basic physical fitness is required, as participants will practice first aid scenarios in outdoor environments that may involve lifting, carrying, and moving patients. If you would like to request accommodations, please send us an email.

Core Topics Covered:

Primary and Secondary Patient Assessments
- Scene safety and patient evaluation in remote settings
- Assessing breathing, circulation, and injuries
Trauma and Injury Management
- Fracture stabilization and splinting using improvised materials
- Managing head, neck, and spinal injuries
- Wound care: bandaging, cleaning, and controlling bleeding
Environmental Emergencies
- Recognizing and treating hypothermia, heat illness, and dehydration
- Altitude sickness and cold-related injuries
- Snake bites, insect stings, and allergic reactions
Medical Emergencies in the Wilderness
- Recognizing and treating shock
- Managing diabetic emergencies, asthma attacks, and allergic reactions
- Recognizing signs of heart attacks and strokes
Improvised First Aid Techniques
- Building splints and slings with limited supplies
- Crafting stretchers and patient transport methods
- Water purification and safe hydration strategies in the field
Group Scenarios and Hands-On Simulations
- Simulated emergency scenarios for trauma and illness in remote environments
- Role-playing exercises to practice team-based decision-making and patient care
- THERE WILL BE FAKE BLOOD. Please prepare appropriately.

Course Format:

Day 1: Foundational knowledge and hands-on practice for basic and advanced first aid techniques
Day 2: Full-day outdoor scenarios and group simulations focused on injury management and environmental emergencies

What to Bring:

Comfortable outdoor clothing (long sleeves, pants) appropriate for weather conditions
Sturdy shoes for outdoor terrain
Personal water bottle (minimum 2 liters capacity)
Snacks and lunch for both days
Personal first aid kit (optional, for practice use)
Notebook and pen for taking notes
Sunscreen, hat, and warm layers for outdoor sessions
Work gloves recommended
Personal first aid kit recommended for hands on practice
Headlamp recommended

Certification:

Participants will receive Red Cross Wilderness & Remote First Aid certification valid for two years