Wilderness First Aid in Conway: Two days to learn the skills that keep backcountry trips from becoming tragedies

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Wilderness First Aid in Conway: Two days to learn the skills that keep backcountry trips from becoming tragedies

A focused, two-day Wilderness First Aid course that teaches practical assessment and emergency care for outdoor enthusiasts and trip leaders.

Wilderness First Aid in Conway: Two days to learn the skills that keep backcountry trips from becoming tragedies.

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Location
Conway
Operator
International Mountain Climbing School
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Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Join the Wilderness First Aid course in Conway for an essential, two-day training that equips outdoor enthusiasts with the skills to assess incidents, manage injuries, and respond to environmental emergencies—skills that can mean the difference between a contained incident and a life-or-death situation.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE PURPOSE

Practical skills for unpredictable backcountry moments

This two-day course focuses on preventing common mistakes in backcountry care and teaching a few decisive skills that can improve outcomes when people are hurt, ill, or disoriented in the outdoors.

THE CURRICULUM

A compact, hands-on syllabus

Over 16 hours the course covers Response and Assessment, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Environmental Emergencies, Survival Skills, Soft Tissue Injuries, and Medical Emergencies—core topics for short trips and group leaders.

THE AUDIENCE

Designed for outdoor enthusiasts and trip leaders

The Wilderness First Aid is intended for outdoor enthusiasts or trip leaders seeking a basic level of first-aid training for short outings with family, friends, or small groups; the course meets ACA guidelines.

What the day feels like

What the two days feel like

Across two days (16 hours total) the course moves from recognition and assessment to practical hands-on care: responders learn to size up a scene, prioritize problems, and apply basic interventions for musculoskeletal and soft-tissue injuries as well as environmental and medical emergencies.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who gets the most from this workshop.

1
Outdoor EnthusiastsIdeal for individuals who recreate in the backcountry and want practical skills to manage common field injuries and emergencies.
2
Trip LeadersA strong fit for leaders who need a basic, standardized level of first-aid competence for short group outings.
3
Families & Small GroupsAppropriate for those planning short trips with family or friends who want the confidence to respond to incidents on the trail.
4
Those Seeking ACA-Aligned TrainingThis course meets ACA guidelines and is suitable for participants who require that alignment in their basic first-aid training.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The course is two days long, totaling 16 hours of instruction.

Location & Operator

Offered in Conway, New Hampshire, and run by the International Mountain Climbing School.

What to Bring

Confirm any required personal gear or materials with the operator prior to the course.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the Wilderness First Aid course?

The course runs two days and is 16 hours in total.

Who is this course intended for?

The WFA is intended for outdoor enthusiasts or trip leaders who want a basic level of first-aid training for short trips with family, friends, and small outdoor groups.

What topics are covered in the course?

Instruction includes Response and Assessment, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Environmental Emergencies, Survival Skills, Soft Tissue Injuries, and Medical Emergencies.

Where is the course offered and who runs it?

The workshop takes place in Conway, New Hampshire, and is offered by the International Mountain Climbing School.

Does the course meet any industry guidelines?

Yes—the Wilderness First Aid course meets ACA guidelines.

Is this an advanced medical certification?

The course provides a basic level of first-aid training for short trips rather than advanced or prolonged-care medical certification.