Wilderness First Aid ( WFA)

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Event Type: Health & Wellness,Professional Development,Rec reation,Student Activity,Training,Workshop Short Description: Join us for a 16-hour, hands-on Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course designed for Sac State Students, hikers, campers, outdoor leaders, and anyone who loves exploring our local trails and outdoor spaces Link: https://asi.perfectmind.com/25493/Clients/BookMe4LandingPages/CoursesLandingPage?widgetId=2a5646fc-def1-4636-9512-e932422351dd&singleCalendarWidget=True&redirectedFromEmbededMode=False&courseId=4e80d395-6ecd-403f-bfe3-7a73331a2c64

Day 1 - Friday, December 4th fro m 12 pm to 6 pm. Day 2 - Sat urday, December 5th from 830am to 630pm.

Join us for a 16-hour, hands-on Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course designed for Sac State Students, hikers, campers, outdoor leaders, and anyone who loves exploring our local trails and outdoor spaces. Over the course of two days, you will learn how to assess and confidently respond to emergencies when First Responders are hours away. You will walk away with Wilderness First Aid Certification, CPR/AED/First Aid Certification, and the knowledge to save lives and make informed decisions in the backcountry. Day 1 will be a six-hour lecture and practice session held at the Peak Adventures Ropes Course on Sacramento State's Campus, just behind Yosemite Hall. On Day 2, we will meet at the Peak Adventures ropes course and begin a ten-hour day of instruction and practice. Snacks and water will be provided. You must bring a packed lunch. More details will be provided upon sign-up.

*We may travel for Day 2. Tr avel will be provided. Location TBD, but within 1 hour of CSU, Sacrame nto State's Campus. More details will be available closer to the event. Participants must be 18 years or older to attend. Deadline to sign up is Friday, November 20th at 5:00 pm.