MIDDLETOWN TOWNSHIP RENTALS FIELD GUIDE
Wilderness First Aid in Middletown: Two Days to Confidence in the Backcountry
A nationally recognized, two-day (16-hour) Wilderness First Aid course that teaches assessment and extraction techniques for emergencies on low‑angle terrain.
Wilderness First Aid in Middletown: Two Days to Confidence in the Backcountry.
Taught over two consecutive days, this 16‑hour Wilderness First Aid course is aimed at outdoor enthusiasts and professionals who want practical, field‑tested skills for managing injuries and evacuations in remote settings. The curriculum emphasizes assessing a patient and performing an extraction on low‑angle terrain, preparing participants to respond when traditional EMS access is delayed.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Assessment and Low‑Angle Extraction
Hands‑on training focuses on evaluating a patient in a wilderness environment and practicing the patient packaging and extraction techniques needed on low‑angle terrain.
Nationally Recognized Course — Scout‑Approved
The course is nationally recognized and approved by scouting organizations, making it suitable for leaders and groups seeking a credentialed wilderness first aid qualification.
Experienced Wilderness EMT Instructors
Instruction is delivered by Wilderness EMTs with decades of full‑time field experience, combining classroom principles with real‑world scenarios.
What the day feels like
What the Two Days Feel Like
Expect a blend of short classroom briefs and extended hands‑on stations: practical assessment drills, simulations of common wilderness injuries, and patient‑movement exercises that culminate in team‑based extraction practice. The pace is intensive but practical — designed to leave participants able to apply skills in remote settings.
FIELD SKILLS
Assessment and Low‑Angle Extraction
Hands‑on training focuses on evaluating a patient in a wilderness environment and practicing the patient packaging and extraction techniques needed on low‑angle terrain.
CREDENTIALS
Nationally Recognized Course — Scout‑Approved
The course is nationally recognized and approved by scouting organizations, making it suitable for leaders and groups seeking a credentialed wilderness first aid qualification.
INSTRUCTION
Experienced Wilderness EMT Instructors
Instruction is delivered by Wilderness EMTs with decades of full‑time field experience, combining classroom principles with real‑world scenarios.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course fits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The course runs 16 hours over two days; plan to be present for the full schedule to receive certification.
The course listing indicates a course cost of $250.00 per person; confirm current pricing and registration details with the operator.
Meeting location is in Middletown, NJ; course locations may vary for field exercises—confirm exact meeting point and start time when you register.
Bring proof of a current CPR certification and any personal items recommended by the operator; expect a mix of classroom and field sessions on low‑angle terrain.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Wilderness First Aid course?
The course is 16 hours delivered over two days.
What are the age and certification prerequisites?
Participants must be at least 16 years old and hold a current CPR certification.
Who teaches the course?
The course is instructed by highly experienced Wilderness EMTs with decades of full‑time field experience.
Is the certification recognized?
Yes — the course is nationally recognized and approved by all scouting organizations.
Where does the course meet?
Meeting location is in Middletown, NJ; confirm precise meeting details with the operator upon registration.
How much does the course cost?
The course listing specifies a cost of $250.00 per person; check with the operator for the most current pricing.