University of Idaho McCall Outdoor Science School Hosts Wilderness First Aid Course

Thursday, July 12 2012

Location: McCall, Idaho

The University of Idaho McCall Outdoor Science School will host several seasonal activities for outdoor enthusiasts at the McCall Field Campus.

A Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course is scheduled Aug. 9 - 11. The two and a half day course is sponsored by the nationally recognized National Outdoor Leadership School's Wilderness Medicine Institute.

Fast paced and hands-on, this course covers a wide range of wilderness medicine topics for people who travel in the outdoors. Whether spending time in the backcountry is your passion or your profession, you should never have to ask, "What do I do now?" In just two days, you'll have the knowledge, skills and ability to make sound decisions in emergency situations. This course is ideal for trip leaders, camp staff, outdoor enthusiasts and individuals in remote locations. WMI's course is pre-approved by such organizations as the American Camping Association, the U.S Forest Service and other governmental agencies.

The WFA course also includes adult and child CPR. Tuition for the course is $245; the room and board option is $325. To register, contact Sacha Jackson, MOSS registrar, at (888) 634-3918

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