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Public Classes
CPR/AED
Come attend a CPR/AED class taught by our in house instructors! We utilize CPR mannequins and a DefibTech Trainer AED
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Cost: $25
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Location 10923 54th St E Puyallup, WA. 98372
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Time: TBD
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Sign up in advance​​
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Classes TBA​
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Hiker Awareness
New to hiking? Wondering how to stay safe in the wilderness? Come learn from your local Search and Rescue Team!
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Cost: Free
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Location 10923 54th St E Puyallup, WA. 98372
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Sign up in advance here (TBD, announced shortly)
Wilderness First Responder
Come attend a Wilderness First Responder course taught by our in house instructors! Our instructors are certified through Base Medical. This course is Hybrid, online lessons must be completed prior to the skills day.
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Cost: $650
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Location 10923 54th St E Puyallup, WA. 98372 and TBD
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Pre-Registration for our November Course
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November 10-14th 2025​
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Pre-Requisites to register
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CPR/AED Card​
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Other Details
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Part One: 24 Hours Online Learning
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Take the online lessons at your own pace. Just be sure to complete the lessons before you attend the practical training.
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Part Two: Practical Training
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The Initial WFR certification practical trainings are 5 days in length.
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Wilderness First Aid
Come attend a Wilderness First Aid course taught by our in house instructors! Our instructors are certified through Base Medical. This course is Hybrid, online lessons must be completed prior to the skills day.
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Cost: $150
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Location 10923 54th St E Puyallup, WA. 98372
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Sign up in advance here (TBD, announced shortly)
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Other Details
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Part One: 8 Hours Online Learning
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Take the online lessons at your own pace. Just be sure to complete the lessons before you attend the practical training.
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Part Two: Practical Training
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The Initial WFA certification practical training is 1 day
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What's the Difference Between WFA and WFR?
Wilderness First Aid (WFA) and Wilderness First Responder (WFR) are both medical certifications used in remote and austere environments. The key difference lies in the depth of training and the level of responsibility each is designed to support.
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Wilderness First Aid (WFA)
WFA provides a solid foundation in basic first aid skills tailored to the wilderness setting. It teaches responders how to stabilize and care for a patient until help arrives. WFA is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, backpackers, recreational climbers, or anyone who spends time in remote areas and wants to be prepared for common injuries and illnesses.
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Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
WFR is a more advanced certification intended for those who may need to manage complex medical situations, provide extended care, and make critical decisions in the backcountry. It’s designed for outdoor professionals, expedition staff, or those that find themselves deep in the backcountry and need to know more advanced medical skills. WFR training emphasizes patient assessment, long-term care, advanced airway and trauma treatment, evacuation planning, and leadership in emergency situations.