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Event Name:
Wilderness First Aid- ARC @ Buena Vista, CO

Event Type(s):
Wilderness Medicine
Paddling

Description:
Rocky Mountain Outdoor Center (RMOC)- The primary purpose of the American Red Cross Wilderness and Remote First Aid course is to provide individuals a foundation of first aid principles and skills to be able to respond to emergencies and give care in areas that do not have immediate emergency medical services (EMS) response. Topics covered will range from dealing with trauma, medical and environmental emergencies in a remote location as well as calling for help and evacuation considerations. The American Red Cross CPR and AED certificate is also included in this course.

Event Date:
5/17/2018 - 5/18/2018

Event Time:
8am - 5pm

Location:
Rocky Mountain Outdoor Center - RMOC
23850 US HWY 285 S
Buena Vista, CO 81211

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Contact Person:
April Johnson
(phone: 7193953335)

Details:
Requirements: 18 years old or 14 years old with parent/guardian participating in course
Course Length: 18 Hours total – 16 Hours Wilderness First Aid & Remote Care, 2 CPR/AED
Course will meet from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM and have a hour lunch break each day.  
Certificates: Upon successful completion and evaluation participants will receive certificates for American Red Cross Wilderness First Aid & Remote Care – American Red Cross CPR and AED
Materials Included: American Red Cross Wilderness First Aid and Remote Care Reference Guide & Pocket Guide
Instructor: Tommy Gram  
Course Cost: $300.00