This course offers a comprehensive training in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for individuals residing or working in non-urban or remote workplaces or communities, as well as outdoor recreation enthusiasts. Participants will acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively plan, prevent injuries, and ensure personal safety in remote settings. The course also covers strategies for providing extended care in remote locations for a duration of up to 24 hours. The training takes place outdoors, requiring participants to engage in higher levels of physical activity and endurance compared to standard first aid courses. Please note that online registrations will be accepted until one day prior to the event. For registrations made within one day of the desired course, please contact our office at info@exploreridge.com or call (604)477-4663.

Duration

20 hours of in class instruction (not including lunch breaks)

Day 1: 6pm – 8pm

Day 2+3: 8:30am – 6:30pm

Audience

Individuals who live or work in non-urban or remote workplaces or communities, or in a wilderness environment (2–3 hours from organized health care).

Prerequisites

Participant must be in good health and physical condition

Completion Criteria

•       Ability to comprehend and successfully demonstrate the skills

•       Ability to complete a written, closed book, independently completed knowledge evaluation with a minimum mark of 75%
•       Must meet additional legislative requirements, if applicable
•       Participants must attend and participate in 100% of the course

Certification

3-year certification in Remote First Aid & CPR C (digital certificate issued upon successful completion)

Recertification

•       8-10 hours of teaching time
•       Proof of current Remote First Aid or Wilderness Remote First Aid certification (or as legislation dictates) required.
•       Must have access to the most current CRC Remote First Aid participant materials

Course Content

•       Planning and assessment

•       Choking
•       Breathing and circulation emergencies
•       CPR and AED
•       Wound care
•       Head, neck, and spinal injuries
•       Bone, muscle and joint injuries
•       Sudden medical emergencies
•       Environmental injuries and illnesses
•       Poisons and wildlife
•       Extended care and evacuation
•       Occupational health and safety

Please ensure your Remote First Aid recertification is completed by attending a comprehensive RFA course to refresh your skills. It is mandatory for participants to present a valid RFA certificate upon registration and attend the entire program offering.

December 6 6:00 – 8:00 pm
December 7-8 8:30 am – 6:30 pm each day

Kindly note that participants will receive an updated Field Guide during their recertification course, as the Canadian Red Cross has made revisions to the participant Field Guide in 2020. Our aim is to provide you with the most current procedures and information.

Please be aware that online registrations will be closed one day prior to the event. For registrations within one day of the desired course, please contact our office at info@exploreridge.com or call (604)477-4663.

Stay Current, Stay Prepared!
Refresh your Remote First Aid skills and ensure you’re up to date with the latest techniques by completing our Remote First Aid Recertification course. This course is designed to help you stay confident in your ability to respond in remote or wilderness environments.

Course Details

• Dates:
  • Day 1 | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
  • Day 2-3 | 8:30 am – 6:30 pm each day
• Prerequisites:
  A valid Remote First Aid certificate is required for registration. You must attend the entire course to receive recertification.
• Updated Field Guide:
  The Canadian Red Cross made significant updates to the Field Guide in 2020. During the course, you’ll receive the most current edition to ensure you’re practicing the latest procedures.

How to Register

• Online Registration: Open until one day before the course.
  • For last-minute registrations within 24 hours of the event, please contact us directly at info@exploreridge.com or (604) 477-4663.

WFAI

Prerequisites:

• must hold a participant level Remote first aid, Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder course with the Red Cross.

Duration:

• 8-hour online component must be completed prior to the in-person course, required by all participants taking the Fundamentals of Instruction OR FULL Instructor Course.
• 4 days
  • Day 1- 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
  • Day 2- 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
  • Day 3- 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
  • Day 4- 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: REGISTER BY December 21st AND SAVE $55!
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Take Your Skills to the Next Level!

Our 40-hour Wilderness First Aid Course offers a deep dive into essential first aid and CPR skills tailored for wilderness, remote workplaces, and community settings. This course equips you with the knowledge to plan, prevent injuries, and ensure group safety, with a strong emphasis on leadership, assessment, and decision-making in challenging environments. You’ll gain strategies for providing extended care for up to 24 hours, with a focus on the health and wellness of your group.

Bonus: You’ll also learn basic shelter construction, a vital survival skill that goes beyond certification requirements!

Be prepared for a higher level of physical activity and endurance compared to standard first aid training, as most of the course takes place in an outdoor environment.

Course Details

• Duration: 40 hours of in-class instruction
  (Lunch breaks not included)
  • Feb 1-4 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
  • Feb 5 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
• Audience:
  Ideal for individuals working or aspiring to work in wilderness settings, 3+ hours away from organized health care. It’s perfect for those in recreation, ecotourism, or who want to become professional guides or park officials.
• Prerequisites:
  Participants must be at least 16 years old and in good health and physical condition.

What You’ll Learn

This comprehensive course covers a wide range of wilderness-specific first aid topics, including:

• Planning & assessment
• Choking emergencies
• Breathing & circulation emergencies
• CPR C & AED use
• Wound care
• Head, neck, and spinal injuries
• Bone, muscle, and joint injuries
• Sudden medical emergencies
• Environmental injuries & illnesses
• Poisons & wildlife-related concerns
• Extended care & evacuation
• Occupational health & safety

Certification

Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a 3-year certification in Wilderness First Aid & CPR C + AED, with a digital certificate provided.

Completion Criteria

• Demonstrate all required skills competently
• Pass a written, closed-book knowledge evaluation with at least 75%
• Attend and participate in 100% of the course

Recertification

To maintain your certification, you will need:

• 16-20 hours of refresher instruction
• Proof of a current Wilderness First Aid or Advanced Wilderness First Aid certification
• Access to the most up-to-date Canadian Red Cross Wilderness First Aid participant materials

How to Register

Note: Online registration closes one business day prior to the course start date. For last-minute registrations, please contact us at info@exploreridge.com or call (604) 477-4663.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: REGISTER BY December 21st AND SAVE $55!
Discount automatically applied at checkout.

Take Your Skills to the Next Level!

Our 40-hour Wilderness First Aid Course offers a deep dive into essential first aid and CPR skills tailored for wilderness, remote workplaces, and community settings. This course equips you with the knowledge to plan, prevent injuries, and ensure group safety, with a strong emphasis on leadership, assessment, and decision-making in challenging environments. You’ll gain strategies for providing extended care for up to 24 hours, with a focus on the health and wellness of your group.

Bonus: You’ll also learn basic shelter construction, a vital survival skill that goes beyond certification requirements!

Be prepared for a higher level of physical activity and endurance compared to standard first aid training, as most of the course takes place in an outdoor environment.

Course Details

• Duration: 40 hours of in-class instruction
  (Lunch breaks not included)
  • Feb 1-4 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
  • Feb 5 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
• Audience:
  Ideal for individuals working or aspiring to work in wilderness settings, 3+ hours away from organized health care. It’s perfect for those in recreation, ecotourism, or who want to become professional guides or park officials.
• Prerequisites:
  Participants must be at least 16 years old and in good health and physical condition.

What You’ll Learn

This comprehensive course covers a wide range of wilderness-specific first aid topics, including:

• Planning & assessment
• Choking emergencies
• Breathing & circulation emergencies
• CPR C & AED use
• Wound care
• Head, neck, and spinal injuries
• Bone, muscle, and joint injuries
• Sudden medical emergencies
• Environmental injuries & illnesses
• Poisons & wildlife-related concerns
• Extended care & evacuation
• Occupational health & safety

Certification

Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a 3-year certification in Wilderness First Aid & CPR C + AED, with a digital certificate provided.

Completion Criteria

• Demonstrate all required skills competently
• Pass a written, closed-book knowledge evaluation with at least 75%
• Attend and participate in 100% of the course

Recertification

To maintain your certification, you will need:

• 16-20 hours of refresher instruction
• Proof of a current Wilderness First Aid or Advanced Wilderness First Aid certification
• Access to the most up-to-date Canadian Red Cross Wilderness First Aid participant materials

How to Register

Note: Online registration closes one business day prior to the course start date. For last-minute registrations, please contact us at info@exploreridge.com or call (604) 477-4663.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: REGISTER BY December 21st AND SAVE $100!
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Wilderness First Responder (WFR)

Join our Wilderness First Responder (WFR) course and acquire the advanced first aid and CPR skills essential for handling emergencies in remote or wilderness environments. This comprehensive training prepares you to provide urgent evacuation and extended care for five or more days until professional medical assistance arrives. You’ll also develop advanced leadership, decision-making, and rescue skills, including extrication techniques and the effective use of professional tools and resources.

Unlike standard first aid courses, much of this training occurs outdoors, simulating real-world conditions. Expect to engage in physical activities and scenarios, giving you hands-on experience in challenging environments. You’ll be prepared for anything the wilderness throws at you!

Don’t miss out—register today and gain the skills that make a real difference in remote emergency situations!

Course Details

• Duration: 80 hours
  • Feb 1-5 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
  • Feb 6-7 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
  • Feb 8-9 9:30 am – 6:00 pm (dinner break 2 hours) 8:00 pm – 8:00 am (day 9)
• Audience:
  Perfect for rescuers and professionals who specialize in decision-making, evacuation, and patient transport in remote areas. Suitable for those in remote emergency services, worksites, ski patrol, search and rescue, and related fields.
• Prerequisites:
  Participants must be at least 16 years of age, in good health, and in physical condition.

What You’ll Learn

This in-depth training covers a wide range of topics, including:

• The Wilderness First Responder
• Planning & responding to emergencies
• Infection prevention & control
• Anatomy & physiology
• Scene assessment & primary, secondary, ongoing assessments
• Airway management & respiratory emergencies
• Circulatory emergencies & shock
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
• Hemorrhage & soft tissue trauma
• Musculoskeletal injuries
• Chest, abdominal, & pelvic injuries
• Head & spinal injuries
• Acute & chronic illnesses
• Poisoning & wildlife-related incidents
• Pregnancy, labor, & delivery
• Special populations
• Mental & emotional health & wellness
• Reaching, lifting, & extricating patients
• Extended care & transportation
• Multiple-casualty incidents
• Pharmacology
• Occupational health & safety in remote workplaces

Certification

Upon successful completion, participants will receive:

• 3-year certification in Wilderness First Responder
• 1-year certification in Basic Life Support (digital certificate provided)

Completion Criteria

To receive your certification, you must:

• Successfully demonstrate all required skills
• Complete a written, closed-book evaluation with a minimum mark of 75%
• Attend and participate in 100% of the course
• Meet any additional legislative requirements, if applicable

Recertification

To maintain certification, you’ll need:

• 40 hours of refresher instruction
• Proof of current Wilderness First Responder certification (or as legislation requires)
• Access to the most up-to-date Canadian Red Cross Wilderness First Responder participant materials

How to Register

Note: Online registration closes one business day before the course begins. For last-minute registrations, contact us at info@exploreridge.com or call (604) 477-4663.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: REGISTER BY December 25th AND SAVE $55!
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Wilderness First Responder Recertification (WFR)

RECERTIFICATION ONLY – MUST HOLD CURRENT/VALID WFR CERTIFICATE.

Participants in the Wilderness First Responder Recertification (WFR) course will refresh their advanced first aid and CPR skills essential for responding to emergencies in remote or wilderness settings. This course focuses on urgent evacuation and extended care for five or more days until professional medical help is available. You will also sharpen your leadership, rescue decision-making, and extrication skills, as well as the use of professional tools and resources.

A large part of the training takes place outdoors, providing a realistic learning environment. Be prepared for physical activity and endurance training beyond that of typical first aid courses.

Course Details

• Duration: 40 hours
  • Feb 5 1:30pm – 6pm (however, we do recommend you come out for this entire day to “refresh any skills”. If you wish to take advantage of that, please come out 8:30 am – 6pm.)
  • Feb 6-7 8:30 am – 6:30pm
  • Feb 8-9 9:30 am – 6pm (large dinner break) 8pm – 8am (day 9)
• Audience:
  Ideal for rescuers and professionals who specialize in decision-making, evacuation, and patient transport in remote areas, such as those in remote emergency services, worksites, ski patrol, or search and rescue.
• Prerequisites:
  Participants must be at least 16 years of age, in good health, and hold a current/valid WFR certificate.

What You’ll Learn

This recertification program covers a wide range of critical topics, including:

• The Wilderness First Responder
• Planning & responding to emergencies
• Infection prevention & control
• Anatomy & physiology
• Scene assessment & primary, secondary, ongoing assessments
• Airway management & respiratory emergencies
• Circulatory emergencies & shock
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
• Hemorrhage & soft tissue trauma
• Musculoskeletal injuries
• Chest, abdominal, & pelvic injuries
• Head & spinal injuries
• Acute & chronic illnesses
• Poisoning & wildlife-related incidents
• Pregnancy, labor, & delivery
• Special populations
• Mental & emotional health & wellness
• Reaching, lifting, & extricating patients
• Extended care & transportation
• Multiple-casualty incidents
• Pharmacology
• Occupational health & safety in remote workplaces

Certification

Upon successful completion, participants will receive:

• 3-year recertification in Wilderness First Responder
• 1-year certification in Basic Life Support (digital certificate provided)

Completion Criteria

To recertify, you must:

• Successfully demonstrate all required skills
• Complete a written, closed-book evaluation with a minimum mark of 75%
• Attend and participate in 100% of the course
• Meet any additional legislative requirements, if applicable

How to Register

Note: Online registration closes one business day before the course begins. For last-minute registrations, contact us at info@exploreridge.com or call (604) 477-4663.

Emergency First Aid Course

Date: February 12th
Time: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm
Location: Abbotsford

Course Overview:
This basic one-day Emergency First Aid course is designed to provide participants with essential lifesaving first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills. Ideal for the workplace or home, this course meets the legislative requirements for provincial/territorial worker safety and insurance boards and follows the latest first aid and CPR guidelines. This course is a recognized Basic First Aid equivalency.

Course Content:

• Introduction to the Red Cross:
  • Overview of the Red Cross
  • The role of a first aider
• Preparation and Response:
  • Preparing to respond to emergencies
  • Understanding and using the EMS system
  • Check, Call, Care protocol
• Airway Emergencies:
  • Recognition and response to airway obstructions
• Breathing and Circulation Emergencies:
  • Identifying and managing breathing and circulation issues
  • First aid for respiratory and cardiac arrest
• Wound Care:
  • Basic wound care techniques
• Opioid poisoning awareness
• Additional content as required by specific legislation

Instructor:
A certified First Aid Instructor will lead the course, ensuring participants gain practical and theoretical knowledge to effectively handle emergencies.

Completion Requirements:

• Demonstrate required skills and critical steps successfully
• Achieve a minimum of 75% on the written knowledge evaluation
• Attend and actively participate in 100% of the course

Certification:
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a 3-year certification in Emergency First Aid and CPR/AED Level C.

Recertification Options:

• CPR C: 5 hours in-class OR 4 hours in-class + 4 hours online learning

Note: Recertification is not available in all jurisdictions. Online learning time may vary depending on the learner.

Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to respond confidently in emergency situations.

Register now to secure your place in this vital course!

CPR C Course

Date: February 12th
Time: 7:30 am – 12:30 pm
Location: Abbotsford

Course Overview:
The CPR C course provides participants with the essential skills to recognize and respond to cardiovascular emergencies and choking incidents for adults, children, and babies. This course meets legislative requirements for provincial/territorial worker safety and insurance boards and includes the latest CPR guidelines and training in the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED).

Instructor:
A certified Red Cross CPR Instructor or First Aid Instructor will lead the course, ensuring participants gain both practical and theoretical knowledge to effectively handle emergencies.

Completion Requirements:

• Demonstrate all required skills and critical steps successfully
• 100% attendance and active participation
• Achieve a minimum of 75% on a written, closed-book knowledge evaluation
• Adherence to the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross

Certification:
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a 3-year certification in CPR Level C.

Recertification Options:
Level C: 3.5 hours in-class

Course Content:

• Introduction to the Red Cross
• Responding to Emergencies
• Check, Call, Care protocol
• Recovery position
• Choking – adult
• Assisting with medications
• Angina and heart attack
• Stroke
• CPR and AED – adult
• Deadly bleeding
• Choking — child and baby
• CPR — child and baby
• Opioid poisoning awareness
• Additional content as required by specific legislation

Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to handle cardiovascular emergencies and choking incidents confidently.

Register today to secure your spot in this crucial course!

Standard First Aid Course

Dates and Times: February 12th: 7:30am – 3:30pm & February 13th: 7:30am – 2pm

In-Person Location: Abbotsford

Course Overview:
Join us for a comprehensive Standard First Aid course that equips participants with essential first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills. Whether you need training to meet work requirements or simply want to be prepared to respond to emergencies at home, this course covers it all. Our training adheres to the latest first aid and CPR guidelines and meets the legislative requirements for provincial/territorial worker safety and insurance boards. Recognized Intermediate First Aid equivalency!

Completion Requirements:

• Demonstrate all required skills, including critical steps.
• 100% attendance and active participation.
• Achieve a minimum of 75% on a written, closed-book knowledge evaluation.

Certification:
Participants will receive a 3-year certification in Standard First Aid, CPR C, and AED, as well as certification in Responding to Emergencies.

Course Content:

• First Aid Legalities and Responsibilities:
  • Legalities of First Aid
  • Duty to Act
  • Role as an Occupational First Aid Attendant
  • Calling 911
  • Lowering the Risk of Infection
  • Fundamental Principles of First Aid
• Primary Assessment and Emergency Response:
  • Check, Call, Care
  • Treating Ill or Injured Persons
• Airway Emergencies:
  • Choking (Mild and Severe, Conscious and Unconscious for Adults and Children)
• Breathing and Circulation Emergencies:
  • Stroke
  • Anaphylaxis
  • Asthma
  • Respiratory and Cardiac Arrest
  • Heart Attacks
  • CPR and AED (Automatic External Defibrillator)
• Wound Care:
  • External Bleeds (Deadly Bleeds) and Tourniquet Use
  • Internal Bleeding
  • Cuts, Scrapes, Punctures, Skin Flaps
  • Burns
  • Flail Chest
• Head, Neck, and Spinal Injuries:
  • Spinal Precautions
  • Concussions
• Bone, Muscle, and Joint Injuries:
  • Strains, Sprains, Dislocations, Fractures
  • Splints and Slings
• Sudden Medical Emergencies:
  • Diabetic Emergencies
  • Seizures
  • Mental Health Crisis
  • Childbirth
• Environmental Illnesses:
  • Hypothermia
  • Hyperthermia
• Poisoning:
  • Swallowed, Inhaled, Absorbed, Injected Poisons
  • Poisoning from Alcohol or Drugs
  • Animal and Bug Bites or Stings

Prepare yourself to handle emergencies with confidence and skill. Register today to secure your spot in this vital course!

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Take Your Skills to the Next Level!

Our 40-hour Wilderness First Aid Course offers a deep dive into essential first aid and CPR skills tailored for wilderness, remote workplaces, and community settings. This course equips you with the knowledge to plan, prevent injuries, and ensure group safety, with a strong emphasis on leadership, assessment, and decision-making in challenging environments. You’ll gain strategies for providing extended care for up to 24 hours, with a focus on the health and wellness of your group.

Bonus: You’ll also learn basic shelter construction, a vital survival skill that goes beyond certification requirements!

Be prepared for a higher level of physical activity and endurance compared to standard first aid training, as most of the course takes place in an outdoor environment.

Course Details

• Duration: 40 hours of in-class instruction
  (Lunch breaks not included)
  • February 24-27: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
  • February 28: 8:30 am – 2:30 pm
• Audience:
  Ideal for individuals working or aspiring to work in wilderness settings, 3+ hours away from organized health care. It’s perfect for those in recreation, ecotourism, or who want to become professional guides or park officials.
• Prerequisites:
  Participants must be at least 16 years old and in good health and physical condition.

What You’ll Learn

This comprehensive course covers a wide range of wilderness-specific first aid topics, including:

• Planning & assessment
• Choking emergencies
• Breathing & circulation emergencies
• CPR C & AED use
• Wound care
• Head, neck, and spinal injuries
• Bone, muscle, and joint injuries
• Sudden medical emergencies
• Environmental injuries & illnesses
• Poisons & wildlife-related concerns
• Extended care & evacuation
• Occupational health & safety

Certification

Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a 3-year certification in Wilderness First Aid & CPR C + AED, with a digital certificate provided.

Completion Criteria

• Demonstrate all required skills competently
• Pass a written, closed-book knowledge evaluation with at least 75%
• Attend and participate in 100% of the course

Recertification

To maintain your certification, you will need:

• 16-20 hours of refresher instruction
• Proof of a current Wilderness First Aid or Advanced Wilderness First Aid certification
• Access to the most up-to-date Canadian Red Cross Wilderness First Aid participant materials

How to Register

Note: Online registration closes one business day prior to the course start date. For last-minute registrations, please contact us at info@exploreridge.com or call (604) 477-4663.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: REGISTER BY JANUARY 13TH AND SAVE $30!

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About the Course

Prepare yourself for the unexpected in the great outdoors or remote work environments with our Remote First Aid & CPR C course. Designed for individuals living, working, or adventuring in non-urban areas, this comprehensive training equips you with essential first aid and CPR skills. You’ll learn how to effectively plan, prevent injuries, and provide up to 24 hours of care in remote locations, far from organized health services.

Training takes place outdoors, providing a more physically engaging experience compared to traditional first aid courses, so be ready to get hands-on and build endurance!

Key Details

• Duration: 20 hours of in-class instruction (breaks not included)
  • Feb 24 + 25: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Feb 26: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
• Audience: Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, remote workers, and individuals in wilderness environments located 2–3 hours from medical care.
• Prerequisites: Participants must be in good physical health.
• Certification:
  • 3-year certification in Remote First Aid & CPR C
  • Digital certificate issued upon successful completion
• Recertification:
  • 8-10 hours of instruction
  • Current Remote or Wilderness First Aid certification required

What You’ll Learn

• Planning & risk assessment for remote areas
• Breathing & circulation emergencies
• Choking, CPR, and AED use
• Wound care & fracture management
• Head, neck, & spinal injury care
• Managing environmental illnesses and injuries
• Poison & wildlife concerns
• Extended care & evacuation strategies
• Occupational health & safety

Completion Requirements

• Attend and participate 100% of the time
• Successfully demonstrate required skills
• Score 75% or higher on a written, closed-book evaluation

Register Now!

Don’t miss out! If you’re registering within 24 hours of the course start, please contact us directly at info@exploreridge.com or (604) 477-4663.

Stay Current, Stay Prepared!
Refresh your Remote First Aid skills and ensure you’re up to date with the latest techniques by completing our Remote First Aid Recertification course. This course is designed to help you stay confident in your ability to respond in remote or wilderness environments.

Course Details

• Dates:
  • Feb 24 + 25: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Feb 26: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
• Prerequisites:
  A valid Remote First Aid certificate is required for registration. You must attend the entire course to receive recertification.
• Updated Field Guide:
  The Canadian Red Cross made significant updates to the Field Guide in 2020. During the course, you’ll receive the most current edition to ensure you’re practicing the latest procedures.

How to Register

• Online Registration: Open until one day before the course.
  • For last-minute registrations within 24 hours of the event, please contact us directly at info@exploreridge.com or (604) 477-4663.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: REGISTER BY JANUARY 13TH AND SAVE $30!
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Bundle Offer: Register for both the Remote First Aid and Wilderness First Aid Bridging courses together and use code BRIDGEBUNDLE100 to save an additional $100 on your registration!

Ready to Level Up?

If you’ve completed your Remote First Aid training within the last year and are looking to push your skills further, our Wilderness First Aid Bridging Course is your next step. This course adds 20 hours of advanced training, transforming your Remote First Aid into a comprehensive 40-hour Wilderness First Aid certificate, valid for three years.

What You’ll Learn

This course goes beyond the basics, focusing on leadership, decision-making, and providing extended care for up to 24 hours in the wilderness. You’ll gain skills in group health, wellness, and injury prevention, all while practicing in an outdoor setting that requires higher physical endurance than standard first aid courses. We also cover essentials like basic shelter construction, an important survival skill that isn’t part of the formal certification.

Key Details

• Dates:
  • February 26: 11:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • February 27: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • February 28: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
• Audience:
  This course is designed for those working or aspiring to work in wilderness settings, especially those 3+ hours from organized medical care. It’s ideal for future guides, park rangers, and those in recreation and ecotourism fields who want to ensure the safety of themselves and their teams in challenging environments.
• Prerequisites:
  Must be at least 16 years old, in good health, and hold a valid Remote First Aid certificate or equivalent completed within the last 12 months.

Completion Requirements

• Demonstrate all required skills successfully
• Pass a written, closed-book evaluation with at least 75%
• Attend and participate in 100% of the course

Certification

• 3-year certification in Wilderness First Aid & CPR C + AED
• Digital certificate issued upon successful completion

Recertification

• 16-20 hours of teaching time
• Proof of current Wilderness First Aid or Advanced Wilderness First Aid certification required
• Must have access to the most up-to-date Canadian Red Cross materials

Course Content

• Planning & assessment
• Breathing & circulation emergencies
• Choking, CPR C, and AED
• Wound care
• Bone, muscle & joint injuries
• Head, neck & spinal injuries
• Sudden medical emergencies
• Environmental injuries & illnesses
• Poisons & wildlife concerns
• Extended care & evacuation
• Occupational health & safety

How to Register

Don’t miss out! Online registration closes one day before the course. For last-minute registrations, contact us at info@exploreridge.com or call (604) 477-4663.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: REGISTER BY JANUARY 24TH AND SAVE $30!

Discount automatically applied at checkout.

About the Course

Prepare yourself for the unexpected in the great outdoors or remote work environments with our Remote First Aid & CPR C course. Designed for individuals living, working, or adventuring in non-urban areas, this comprehensive training equips you with essential first aid and CPR skills. You’ll learn how to effectively plan, prevent injuries, and provide up to 24 hours of care in remote locations, far from organized health services.

Training takes place outdoors, providing a more physically engaging experience compared to traditional first aid courses, so be ready to get hands-on and build endurance!

Key Details

• Duration: 20 hours of in-class instruction (breaks not included)
  • Day 1: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
  • Day 2 & 3: 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
• Audience: Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, remote workers, and individuals in wilderness environments located 2–3 hours from medical care.
• Prerequisites: Participants must be in good physical health.
• Certification:
  • 3-year certification in Remote First Aid & CPR C
  • Digital certificate issued upon successful completion
• Recertification:
  • 8-10 hours of instruction
  • Current Remote or Wilderness First Aid certification required

What You’ll Learn

• Planning & risk assessment for remote areas
• Breathing & circulation emergencies
• Choking, CPR, and AED use
• Wound care & fracture management
• Head, neck, & spinal injury care
• Managing environmental illnesses and injuries
• Poison & wildlife concerns
• Extended care & evacuation strategies
• Occupational health & safety

Completion Requirements

• Attend and participate 100% of the time
• Successfully demonstrate required skills
• Score 75% or higher on a written, closed-book evaluation

Register Now!

Don’t miss out! If you’re registering within 24 hours of the course start, please contact us directly at info@exploreridge.com or (604) 477-4663.

Stay Current, Stay Prepared!
Refresh your Remote First Aid skills and ensure you’re up to date with the latest techniques by completing our Remote First Aid Recertification course. This course is designed to help you stay confident in your ability to respond in remote or wilderness environments.

Course Details

• Dates:
  • Day 1 | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
  • Day 2-3 | 8:30 am – 6:30 pm each day
• Prerequisites:
  A valid Remote First Aid certificate is required for registration. You must attend the entire course to receive recertification.
• Updated Field Guide:
  The Canadian Red Cross made significant updates to the Field Guide in 2020. During the course, you’ll receive the most current edition to ensure you’re practicing the latest procedures.

How to Register

• Online Registration: Open until one day before the course.
  • For last-minute registrations within 24 hours of the event, please contact us directly at info@exploreridge.com or (604) 477-4663.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: REGISTER BY JANUARY 27th AND SAVE $55!
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Wilderness First Responder Recertification (WFR)

RECERTIFICATION ONLY – MUST HOLD CURRENT/VALID WFR CERTIFICATE.

Participants in the Wilderness First Responder Recertification (WFR) course will refresh their advanced first aid and CPR skills essential for responding to emergencies in remote or wilderness settings. This course focuses on urgent evacuation and extended care for five or more days until professional medical help is available. You will also sharpen your leadership, rescue decision-making, and extrication skills, as well as the use of professional tools and resources.

A large part of the training takes place outdoors, providing a realistic learning environment. Be prepared for physical activity and endurance training beyond that of typical first aid courses.

Course Details

• Duration: 40 hours
  • March 10-11 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
  • March 12-13 9:30 am – 6:00 pm (dinner break 2 hours) 8:00 pm – 8:00 am
• Audience:
  Ideal for rescuers and professionals who specialize in decision-making, evacuation, and patient transport in remote areas, such as those in remote emergency services, worksites, ski patrol, or search and rescue.
• Prerequisites:
  Participants must be at least 16 years of age, in good health, and hold a current/valid WFR certificate.

What You’ll Learn

This recertification program covers a wide range of critical topics, including:

• The Wilderness First Responder
• Planning & responding to emergencies
• Infection prevention & control
• Anatomy & physiology
• Scene assessment & primary, secondary, ongoing assessments
• Airway management & respiratory emergencies
• Circulatory emergencies & shock
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
• Hemorrhage & soft tissue trauma
• Musculoskeletal injuries
• Chest, abdominal, & pelvic injuries
• Head & spinal injuries
• Acute & chronic illnesses
• Poisoning & wildlife-related incidents
• Pregnancy, labor, & delivery
• Special populations
• Mental & emotional health & wellness
• Reaching, lifting, & extricating patients
• Extended care & transportation
• Multiple-casualty incidents
• Pharmacology
• Occupational health & safety in remote workplaces

Certification

Upon successful completion, participants will receive:

• 3-year recertification in Wilderness First Responder
• 1-year certification in Basic Life Support (digital certificate provided)

Completion Criteria

To recertify, you must:

• Successfully demonstrate all required skills
• Complete a written, closed-book evaluation with a minimum mark of 75%
• Attend and participate in 100% of the course
• Meet any additional legislative requirements, if applicable

How to Register

Note: Online registration closes one business day before the course begins. For last-minute registrations, contact us at info@exploreridge.com or call (604) 477-4663.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: REGISTER BY JANUARY 31st AND SAVE $30!

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About the Course

Prepare yourself for the unexpected in the great outdoors or remote work environments with our Remote First Aid & CPR C course. Designed for individuals living, working, or adventuring in non-urban areas, this comprehensive training equips you with essential first aid and CPR skills. You’ll learn how to effectively plan, prevent injuries, and provide up to 24 hours of care in remote locations, far from organized health services.

Training takes place outdoors, providing a more physically engaging experience compared to traditional first aid courses, so be ready to get hands-on and build endurance!

Key Details

• Duration: 20 hours of in-class instruction (breaks not included)
  • Day 1: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
  • Day 2 & 3: 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
• Audience: Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, remote workers, and individuals in wilderness environments located 2–3 hours from medical care.
• Prerequisites: Participants must be in good physical health.
• Certification:
  • 3-year certification in Remote First Aid & CPR C
  • Digital certificate issued upon successful completion
• Recertification:
  • 8-10 hours of instruction
  • Current Remote or Wilderness First Aid certification required

What You’ll Learn

• Planning & risk assessment for remote areas
• Breathing & circulation emergencies
• Choking, CPR, and AED use
• Wound care & fracture management
• Head, neck, & spinal injury care
• Managing environmental illnesses and injuries
• Poison & wildlife concerns
• Extended care & evacuation strategies
• Occupational health & safety

Completion Requirements

• Attend and participate 100% of the time
• Successfully demonstrate required skills
• Score 75% or higher on a written, closed-book evaluation

Register Now!

Don’t miss out! If you’re registering within 24 hours of the course start, please contact us directly at info@exploreridge.com or (604) 477-4663.

Stay Current, Stay Prepared!
Refresh your Remote First Aid skills and ensure you’re up to date with the latest techniques by completing our Remote First Aid Recertification course. This course is designed to help you stay confident in your ability to respond in remote or wilderness environments.

Course Details

• Dates:
  • Day 1 | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
  • Day 2-3 | 8:30 am – 6:30 pm each day
• Prerequisites:
  A valid Remote First Aid certificate is required for registration. You must attend the entire course to receive recertification.
• Updated Field Guide:
  The Canadian Red Cross made significant updates to the Field Guide in 2020. During the course, you’ll receive the most current edition to ensure you’re practicing the latest procedures.

How to Register

• Online Registration: Open until one day before the course.
  • For last-minute registrations within 24 hours of the event, please contact us directly at info@exploreridge.com or (604) 477-4663.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: REGISTER BY FEBRUARY 7th AND SAVE $30!

Discount automatically applied at checkout.

About the Course

Prepare yourself for the unexpected in the great outdoors or remote work environments with our Remote First Aid & CPR C course. Designed for individuals living, working, or adventuring in non-urban areas, this comprehensive training equips you with essential first aid and CPR skills. You’ll learn how to effectively plan, prevent injuries, and provide up to 24 hours of care in remote locations, far from organized health services.

Training takes place outdoors, providing a more physically engaging experience compared to traditional first aid courses, so be ready to get hands-on and build endurance!

Key Details

• Duration: 20 hours of in-class instruction (breaks not included)
  • Day 1: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
  • Day 2 & 3: 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
• Audience: Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, remote workers, and individuals in wilderness environments located 2–3 hours from medical care.
• Prerequisites: Participants must be in good physical health.
• Certification:
  • 3-year certification in Remote First Aid & CPR C
  • Digital certificate issued upon successful completion
• Recertification:
  • 8-10 hours of instruction
  • Current Remote or Wilderness First Aid certification required

What You’ll Learn

• Planning & risk assessment for remote areas
• Breathing & circulation emergencies
• Choking, CPR, and AED use
• Wound care & fracture management
• Head, neck, & spinal injury care
• Managing environmental illnesses and injuries
• Poison & wildlife concerns
• Extended care & evacuation strategies
• Occupational health & safety

Completion Requirements

• Attend and participate 100% of the time
• Successfully demonstrate required skills
• Score 75% or higher on a written, closed-book evaluation

Register Now!

Don’t miss out! If you’re registering within 24 hours of the course start, please contact us directly at info@exploreridge.com or (604) 477-4663.

Stay Current, Stay Prepared!
Refresh your Remote First Aid skills and ensure you’re up to date with the latest techniques by completing our Remote First Aid Recertification course. This course is designed to help you stay confident in your ability to respond in remote or wilderness environments.

Course Details

• Dates:
  • Day 1 | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
  • Day 2-3 | 8:30 am – 6:30 pm each day
• Prerequisites:
  A valid Remote First Aid certificate is required for registration. You must attend the entire course to receive recertification.
• Updated Field Guide:
  The Canadian Red Cross made significant updates to the Field Guide in 2020. During the course, you’ll receive the most current edition to ensure you’re practicing the latest procedures.

How to Register

• Online Registration: Open until one day before the course.
  • For last-minute registrations within 24 hours of the event, please contact us directly at info@exploreridge.com or (604) 477-4663.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: REGISTER BY FEB 7th AND SAVE $30!
Discount automatically applied at checkout.
Bundle Offer: Register for both the Remote First Aid and Wilderness First Aid Bridging courses together and use code BRIDGEBUNDLE100 to save an additional $100 on your registration!

Ready to Level Up?

If you’ve completed your Remote First Aid training within the last year and are looking to push your skills further, our Wilderness First Aid Bridging Course is your next step. This course adds 20 hours of advanced training, transforming your Remote First Aid into a comprehensive 40-hour Wilderness First Aid certificate, valid for three years.

What You’ll Learn

This course goes beyond the basics, focusing on leadership, decision-making, and providing extended care for up to 24 hours in the wilderness. You’ll gain skills in group health, wellness, and injury prevention, all while practicing in an outdoor setting that requires higher physical endurance than standard first aid courses. We also cover essentials like basic shelter construction, an important survival skill that isn’t part of the formal certification.

Key Details

• Dates:
  • Day 1: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
  • Day 2 & 3: 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
• Audience:
  This course is designed for those working or aspiring to work in wilderness settings, especially those 3+ hours from organized medical care. It’s ideal for future guides, park rangers, and those in recreation and ecotourism fields who want to ensure the safety of themselves and their teams in challenging environments.
• Prerequisites:
  Must be at least 16 years old, in good health, and hold a valid Remote First Aid certificate or equivalent completed within the last 12 months.

Completion Requirements

• Demonstrate all required skills successfully
• Pass a written, closed-book evaluation with at least 75%
• Attend and participate in 100% of the course

Certification

• 3-year certification in Wilderness First Aid & CPR C + AED
• Digital certificate issued upon successful completion

Recertification

• 16-20 hours of teaching time
• Proof of current Wilderness First Aid or Advanced Wilderness First Aid certification required
• Must have access to the most up-to-date Canadian Red Cross materials

Course Content

• Planning & assessment
• Breathing & circulation emergencies
• Choking, CPR C, and AED
• Wound care
• Bone, muscle & joint injuries
• Head, neck & spinal injuries
• Sudden medical emergencies
• Environmental injuries & illnesses
• Poisons & wildlife concerns
• Extended care & evacuation
• Occupational health & safety

How to Register

Don’t miss out! Online registration closes one day before the course. For last-minute registrations, contact us at info@exploreridge.com or call (604) 477-4663

Wilderness First Aid Recertification (WFA)
RECERTIFICATION ONLY – MUST HOLD CURRENT/VALID WFA CERTIFICATE

This recertification course is designed for participants to refresh their comprehensive first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills, as well as the necessary abilities to plan, prevent injury, and promote safety in wilderness or remote work environments. The course emphasizes leadership development, assessment, decision-making, and providing extended care for up to 24 hours.

Prevention, health, and wellness for the group are a key focus, and the training is conducted primarily outdoors, offering a more active and realistic experience than typical first aid courses. As a bonus, participants will also learn basic shelter construction, though this is not part of the certification!

Course Details

• Duration: 20 hours of in-class instruction (not including lunch breaks)
  • Friday: 6-8 PM
  • Saturday/Sunday: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Audience

The course is designed for individuals working in wilderness or remote environments (3+ hours from organized health care), with challenging conditions and varying risk levels. It’s ideal for those responsible for promoting safety in a professional capacity, such as guides, park officials, and those in recreation or ecotourism.

Prerequisites

• Participants must be 16 years of age, in good health, and hold a current/valid WFA certificate.

Completion Criteria

To successfully complete the course, participants must:

• Demonstrate all skills to the required standard
• Pass a written, closed-book evaluation with a minimum score of 75%
• Attend and actively participate in 100% of the course

Certification

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a:

• 3-year certification in Wilderness First Aid and CPR C + AED
  (Digital certificate issued)

Recertification

• 20 hours of teaching time
• Proof of current Wilderness First Aid or Advanced Wilderness First Aid certification required
• Access to the latest CRC Wilderness First Aid materials is necessary

Course Content

Key topics covered include:

• Planning and assessment
• Choking
• Breathing and circulation emergencies
• CPR C and AED
• Wound care
• Head, neck, and spinal injuries
• Bone, muscle, and joint injuries
• Sudden medical emergencies
• Environmental injuries and illnesses
• Poisons and wildlife
• Extended care and evacuation
• Occupational health and safety considerations

Note: Registration closes one business day before the course begins. For last-minute registrations, contact us at info@exploreridge.com or call (604) 477-4663.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: REGISTER BY JANUARY 4TH AND RECIEVE $30 OFF YOUR REGISTRATION! DISCOUNT AUTOMATICALLY APPLIED AT CHECKOUT.

This course offers a comprehensive training in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for individuals residing or working in non-urban or remote workplaces or communities, as well as outdoor recreation enthusiasts. Participants will acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively plan, prevent injuries, and ensure personal safety in remote settings. The course also covers strategies for providing extended care in remote locations for a duration of up to 24 hours. The training takes place outdoors, requiring participants to engage in higher levels of physical activity and endurance compared to standard first aid courses. Please note that online registrations will be accepted until one day prior to the event. For registrations made within one day of the desired course, please contact our office at info@exploreridge.com or call (604)477-4663.

Duration

20 hours of in class instruction (not including lunch breaks)

Day 1: 6pm – 8pm

Day 2+3: 8:30am – 6:30pm

Audience

Individuals who live or work in non-urban or remote workplaces or communities, or in a wilderness environment (2–3 hours from organized health care).

Prerequisites

Participant must be in good health and physical condition

Completion Criteria

•       Ability to comprehend and successfully demonstrate the skills

•       Ability to complete a written, closed book, independently completed knowledge evaluation with a minimum mark of 75%
•       Must meet additional legislative requirements, if applicable
•       Participants must attend and participate in 100% of the course

Certification

3-year certification in Remote First Aid & CPR C (digital certificate issued upon successful completion)

Recertification

•       8-10 hours of teaching time
•       Proof of current Remote First Aid or Wilderness Remote First Aid certification (or as legislation dictates) required.
•       Must have access to the most current CRC Remote First Aid participant materials

Course Content

•       Planning and assessment

•       Choking
•       Breathing and circulation emergencies
•       CPR and AED
•       Wound care
•       Head, neck, and spinal injuries
•       Bone, muscle and joint injuries
•       Sudden medical emergencies
•       Environmental injuries and illnesses
•       Poisons and wildlife
•       Extended care and evacuation
•       Occupational health and safety

Please ensure your Remote First Aid recertification is completed by attending a comprehensive RFA course to refresh your skills. It is mandatory for participants to present a valid RFA certificate upon registration and attend the entire program offering.

Day 1: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Day 2-3: 8:30 am – 6:30 pm each day

Kindly note that participants will receive an updated Field Guide during their recertification course, as the Canadian Red Cross has made revisions to the participant Field Guide in 2020. Our aim is to provide you with the most current procedures and information.

Please be aware that online registrations will be closed one day prior to the event. For registrations within one day of the desired course, please contact our office at info@exploreridge.com or call (604)477-4663.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: REGISTER BY JANUARY 11TH AND RECIEVE $30 OFF YOUR REGISTRATION! DISCOUNT AUTOMATICALLY APPLIED AT CHECKOUT. Are you registering for both the RFA and WFA Bridge at the same time? Use BRIDGEBUNDLE100 to save an additional $100 off your bundled registration. 

Have you recently completed your Remote First Aid training within the last year and are looking to enhance your skills? The Wilderness First Aid Bridging Course is designed to provide you with an additional 20 hours of advanced training, enabling you to earn a full 40-hour Wilderness First Aid certificate that is valid for three years.

The course will focus on developing leadership skills, assessment, decision-making skills, and strategies for providing extended care for up to 24 hours. The prevention, health, and wellness of the group will be a key focus. The training will take place in an outdoor setting and will require greater physical activity and endurance than typical first aid training. Additionally, we will cover basic shelter construction, which is not included in the certificate.

Please note that online registrations will close one day prior to the event. For registrations within one day of the desired course, please contact our office at info@exploreridge.com or call (604)477-4663.

Duration

20 hours of in class instruction (not including lunch breaks)

Day 1: 6:00 PM – 8:00pm
Day 2 + 3: 8:30am – 6:30pm

Audience

Designed for individuals who work in a wilderness setting (3 or more hours from organized health care) with challenging environments and/or varied risk levels and require skills to promote safety for themselves and peers (leading groups in a professional capacity). Suitable for those who wish to become professional guides, parks officials and/or work in fields such as recreation and ecotourism.

Prerequisites

Participants must be 16 years of age and in good health and physical condition along with hold a current and valid Remote First Aid certificate or recognized equivalency completed within the last 12 months.

Completion Criteria

•       Ability to comprehend and successfully demonstrate the skills
•       Ability to complete a written, closed book knowledge evaluation with a minimum mark of 75%
•       Participants must attend and participate in 100% of the course

Certification

3-year certification in Wilderness First Aid & CPR C + AED(digital certificate issued upon successful completion).

Recertification

•       16–20 hours of teaching time
•       Proof of current recognized Wilderness First Aid or Advanced Wilderness First Aid certification (or as legislation dictates) required.
•       Must have access to the most current CRC Wilderness First Aid participant materials

Course Content

•       Planning and assessment
•       Choking
•       Breathing and circulation emergencies
•       CPR C and AED
•       Wound care
•       Head, neck, and spinal injuries
•       Bone, muscle and joint injuries
•       Sudden medical emergencies
•       Environmental injuries and illnesses
•       Poisons and wildlife
•       Extended care and evacuation
•       Occupational health and safety