Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
We currently have 24 Wilderness First Responder (WFR) courses in our schedule. See them all.
SOLO's Wilderness First Responder (WFR) course is the recognized industry standard for those who work as backcountry trip leaders, camp counselors, mountain guides, river guides, and ski patrollers.
WHO IS THE WFR COURSE FOR?
The WFR is the perfect course for anyone working in a position of leadership in an outdoor setting or for individuals who want a high level of wilderness medical training for extended personal backcountry trips or expeditions.
WHAT IS TAUGHT?
The WFR is 72-80 hours long (7 to 10 days), and is a comprehensive and in-depth look at the standards and skills of dealing with: Response and Assessment, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Environmental Emergencies and Survival Skills, Soft Tissue Injuries, and Medical Emergencies. Although these appear to be the same basic topics covered in our two-day WFA course, they are covered far more extensively, and there is much more hands-on practice (See sidebar). Additional topics, such as CPR, are also included..
WHERE AND WHEN IS IT HELD?
The WFR is held around the world throughout the year. See Shedule.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
The price will vary depending on the sponsor and what amenities, if any, they include. WFR courses taught at the SOLO campus cost $895 (includes class-day meals and lodging).
WHAT ABOUT DAY STUDENTS?
This is also up to the sponsoring organization. The day-student price at the SOLO campus of $795 includes all meals, but no lodging.
IS THERE AN EXAM?
There is ongoing evaluation of practical skills, and a written test.
DO I GET CERTIFIED?
Yes. Your SOLO WFR certification is good for three years.
HOW DO I RECERTIFY?
You may take either a 2-day WFR Refresher Course or a 2-day WFA course.
DOES THE WFR COUNT AS CONTINUING EDUCATION?
The WFR typically counts as continuing education credits, although it may depend on what certification you have. Street EMTs who take the WFR course may become certified as Wilderness EMTs. Within the first year of completing a SOLO WFR, students may enroll in a SOLO WEMT Part II Module (the last two weeks of a WEMT course) to get their WEMT certification (they must pass practical and written EMT exams). Call 603-447-6711 for further information.
WFR Courses in the near future
9/7/2010 - 9/16/2010 
North Greenville University
7801 N Tigerville Rd
Tigerville, SC 29688
Telephone: 864-977-7184
Email: nathan.ruffrage@ngu.edu
Website: http://ngu.edu/
Note: Call or email for more information.
Registration:
This course offered by North Greenville University. Please contact them directly for registration information.
SOLO
621 Tasker Hill Road
Conway, NH 03818
Telephone: 603-447-6711
Email: info@soloschools.com
Website: http://www.soloschools.com
Note: $895 tuition w/lodging & meals, $795 tuition w/meals, no lodging.
Registration:
This course is run on-site at SOLO's Conway, NH campus.Download our registration form.
Outward Bound - Discovery
87692 Bell River Estates Road
Yulee, FL 32097
Telephone: 904-277-7296
Email: kdalbey@outwardbound.org
Note: Call or email for more information.
Registration:
This course offered by Outward Bound - Discovery. Please contact them directly for registration information.
Blue Sky Guides
Christy Ranch
Santa Cruz Island, CA 93001
Contact Name: Matt May
Telephone: 805-320-7602
Email: matt@blueskywilderness.com
Note: $750 Tuition w/lodging & meals. CPR $25. Transport to SCI via Island Packers Ferry $55.
Registration:
This course offered by Blue Sky Guides. Please contact them directly for registration information.
Fox Kits Wilderness School
4933 Purdy Rd.
Selmer, TN 38375
Telephone: 731-610-8020
Email:
Website: http://www.foxkitsinc.com/training.htm
Note: Call for more information.
Registration:
This course offered by Fox Kits Wilderness School. Please contact them directly for registration information.
Central Wyoming College
2405 Glenwood, Suite 124
Jackson, WY 83001
Telephone: 307-733-7425
Email: marilynn.d@gmail.com
Website: http://www.cwc.edu/
Note: $550 Tuition includes CPR.
Registration:
This course offered by Central Wyoming College. Please contact them directly for registration information.
SOLO
621 Tasker Hill Road
Conway, NH 03818
Telephone: 603-447-6711
Email: info@soloschools.com
Website: http://www.soloschools.com
Note: Intensive courses. $895 Tuition w/lodging & meals, $795 Tuition w/meals, no lodging.
Registration:
This course is run on-site at SOLO's Conway, NH campus.Download our registration form.
Blue Sky Guides
Christy Ranch
Santa Cruz Island, CA 93001
Contact Name: Matt May
Telephone: 805-320-7602
Email: matt@blueskywilderness.com
Note: $750 Tuition w/lodging & meals. CPR $25. Transport to SCI via Island Packers Ferry $55.
Registration:
This course offered by Blue Sky Guides. Please contact them directly for registration information.
AMC - Pinkham
Pinkham Notch, 361 Route 16
Gorham, NH 03581
Telephone: 603-466-2727
Email: amclodging@outdoors.org
Website: http://www.outdoors.org/
Note: $837 Tuition w/lodging and meals. Tuition rates only are available.
Registration:
This course offered by AMC - Pinkham. Please contact them directly for registration information.
SOLO
621 Tasker Hill Road
Conway, NH 03818
Telephone: 603-447-6711
Email: info@soloschools.com
Website: http://www.soloschools.com
Note: Intensive courses. $895 Tuition w/lodging & meals, $795 Tuition w/meals, no lodging.
Registration:
This course is run on-site at SOLO's Conway, NH campus.Download our registration form.
Apex Mountain School / SOLO Colorado
Camp Hale
Vail, CO 81657
Telephone: 970-949-9111
Email: climb@apexmountainschool.com
Website: http://apexmountainschool.com
Note: Call or email for more information.
Registration:
This course offered by Apex Mountain School / SOLO Colorado. Please contact them directly for registration information.
Blue Sky Guides
Christy Ranch
Santa Cruz Island, CA 93001
Contact Name: Matt May
Telephone: 805-320-7602
Email: matt@blueskywilderness.com
Note: $750 Tuition w/lodging & meals. CPR $25. Transport to SCI via Island Packers Ferry $55.
Registration:
This course offered by Blue Sky Guides. Please contact them directly for registration information.We currently have 24 Wilderness First Responder (WFR) courses in our schedule. See them all.
