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Join us at Sovereignty Ranch in the West Texas hill country for a truly epic learning experience! Are you serious about expanding your depth of medical knowledge and improvised medical care? Looking to improve your skills in dealing with medical issues in backcountry or resource poor environments? Ever consider becoming a Wilderness First Responder (WFR)? Our challenging seven-day WFR program, referred to as the “Gold Standard” in wilderness medical care, is primarily intended for non-medical professionals who are traveling in the backcountry and serving as wilderness guides, outdoor instructors, outdoor educators, Search and Rescue (SAR) team members, ski patrol, medical personnel for adventure races/events, missionaries, expedition medical team members, etc. A WFR is responsible for preventing and identifying medical problems, initiating reasonable and appropriate field management of medical issues, and identifying when and how to safely evacuate patients presenting with potentially life-threatening problems.

OUR CURRICULUM INCLUDES

Human Anatomy and Physiology

Patient Assessment Skills

Vital Signs and Homeostasis

Airway Adjunct Indication and Use

Indications and Use of Medical Oxygen

Recognizing and Treating Soft Tissue Injuries

Bleeding Control and Shock Management Techniques

Tourniquets and Hemostatic Agents

Alternative Wound Closure Techniques

Bone Injuries and Splinting

Improvised Traction Splints

Strains and Sprains

Dislocation Reduction Techniques

Head and Spinal Injuries

Abdominal and Thoracic Issues

Burns and Thermal Injuries

Bites, Stings and Envenomation

Altitude Illness

Drowning, Lightning and Avalanche Concerns

Heat and Cold Related Issues

Medical Emergencies in the Backcountry

Introduction to Rotary Aircraft Ground Operations

Emergency Carries and Improvised Litters

Lost Person Mentality and Behavior

Medical Kit Mentality

Medical Leadership

Medical Considerations in Remote Expedition Planning

Incident Command Options for Wilderness Operations

Medical Response to Active Shooter Incidents

Day and night practical exercises are a critical learning tool for this material. A moderate level of fitness is expected of all participants. Certification is valid for two years. Adult, child and infant CPR and AED use is included as part of this program.

This challenging program is being taught in conjunction with Sovereignty Ranch and Wild Kind Academy near Bandera, TX. Spots are very limited for this exciting learning opportunity!