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 December 25th AND SAVE $55!
Discount automatically applied at checkout.

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.

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.

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!
Discount automatically applied at checkout.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 February 22nd AND SAVE $55!
Discount automatically applied at checkout.

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
  • Apr 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.)
  • Apr 6-7 8:30 am – 6:30pm
  • Apr 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.

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.

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:
  • Friday: 6-8 PM
  • Saturday/Sunday 8:30 AM – 6:30 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.

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.