This course fulfills the requirements of GSUSA for Wilderness First Aider and will allow adults to be the First-Aider for a troop taking, for example, a backpacking trip.
The primary purpose of the Red Cross Wilderness and Remote First Aid course is to provide individuals a foundation of first aid knowledge and skills to be able to respond to emergencies and give care in areas that do not have immediate emergency medical services, such as wilderness and remote environments, and including urban disasters such as earthquakes and tornadoes.
Successful course completion requires participation in all course activities and skill sessions. Some practice sessions may require strenuous physical activity. If you need any special accommodations or modifications, or if you have any questions regarding your ability to participate fully in this course, please contact one of the course instructors before registering for the course.
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Red Cross certificate indicating Wilderness and Remote First Aid, which is valid for 2 years.
Prerequisites: Current (within one year of date of issue) First Aid/CPR/AED certification from the American Red Cross (or other recognized training agency) minimum age 14. We will offer CPR/AED re-certification. Extra time and fee required.
Recommended: Experience in wilderness and remote environments.
Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.; Those who need CPR/AED update, please stay later
Location: Cardinal Lodge at Camp Shantituck
Cost: $35.00 for the American Red Cross certificate. Based on interests of the group, meal plans will be made and costs split. Approx. $15.00 - $20.00.
Payment: Please bring cash to cover meal costs. You can pay ARC fees with either cash or a check payable to Metro CPR. Bring that payment to the class.
Friday night: If you are traveling from a distance, come and stay overnight to be ready to begin on Saturday morning. Bring your own breakfast. Please let Jan know if you would like to come Friday evening.
Saturday: We will begin WFA class at 8:30 a.m. Class will continue until we are finished which we anticipate to be sometime after supper on Saturday evening.
CPR/AED Update: Those whose CPR/AED is expired may stay late on Saturday for an update. Additional $35 fee for ARC certificate.
A confirmation e-mail will be sent with a list of what to bring.
Registration Deadline: January 4, 2026
Minimum: 6
Maximum: 22
Instructors: Jan Walker and Kristine McNeil
If you have questions about this class, please text or email Jan Walker (502-609-1973) email: alan.walker@twc.com
You may plan to stay at Cardinal Lodge on Friday night and Saturday night or return home as you wish. If you are coming from a distance, we will work with you on a plan that fits your timed arrival.