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We will custom tailor a wilderness medical course to suit your needs!

This could include your staff, your expedition team, your go-to adventure companions and most importantly your environment.

09/11/2025

🚑 Volume Shock Made Simple

What is Shock = When the circulatory system has an inadequate perfusion pressure. In other words- there is not enough pressure to push oxygen into cells

What it’s NOT: Shock isn’t fainting at the sight of blood or from pain — that’s a nervous system response.

🛠️ Think of your circulatory system as:
�❤️ Pump = the heart�
🔧 Pipes = the blood vessels�
💧 Fluid = the blood

1️⃣ Normal System:�The pump pushes fluid through the pipes → steady pressure keeps oxygen flowing everywhere.

2️⃣ Fluid Loss (Volume Shock):�Bleeding, dehydration, vomiting, or diarrhoea = less fluid in the system → pressure drops.

3️⃣ Our bodies compensate for the loss of pressure by: Heart pumps faster → raise pressure and gets oxygen to the important organs ✔️ Breathing quickens → because the pump needs more oxygen to work harder�👉 Mental status stays normal… but only for so long.

4️⃣ Decompensation: We start to loose pressure to the brain - the core organs are more important! - This is when we will see that change in AVPU

⚡Shock is about circulation, pressure, and oxygen delivery.

Recognising the early signs matters most.

09/09/2025

We kicked it off with our first Wilderness First Responder course of the season in Nelson last week — a huge thank you to the incredible group of students who brought their energy, questions, and commitment to learning. 🙌

Your hard work in the classroom and field scenarios makes a real difference in how you’ll respond when it matters most.

👉 We still have spaces available in our upcoming fall courses — check the link in our bio to learn more and secure your spot.

09/03/2025

🏔️ Wilderness First Responder Training — Grizzly Lodge ❄️
Ready to take your skills to the next level?

Join us this November at Grizzly Lodge, deep in the Shuswap Mountains of BC.

Choose the option that fits your path: 📅 WFR (80hr Hybrid): Nov 20–25, 2025 📅 WFR Bridge (40hr to 80hr): Nov 20–25, 2025 📅 WFR Recert (80hr): Nov 20–23, 2025

The Wilderness First Responder (WFR) is the gold standard in wilderness medicine — designed for outdoor professionals, guides, and adventurers who need to respond with confidence when resources are limited and help is far away.

📍 Grizzly Lodge, BC ✉️ To book: info@grizzlylodge.ca

➡️ Explore the backcountry with the skills to respond when it matters the most

08/28/2025

🌊 Wilderness first aid isn’t always about bandages and splints—it’s about problem-solving under pressure. From swiftwater rescues to trail injuries, every scenario demands teamwork, calm thinking, and adaptability.

💡 Would you know what to do in a situation like this?

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08/26/2025

Real words from one of our students ✨

Our goal isn’t just to teach steps — it’s to build confidence, deepen understanding, and prepare you for real-world emergencies. 💪🌲

08/19/2025

🚨 Ready for adventure? Ready for emergencies? 🚨
The backcountry is unpredictable.
 ❄️ Hypothermia. 🩹 Trauma. ⛺ An unexpected night out.
 Are you prepared?

In partnership with , we’re offering a 40-hour Wilderness Advanced First Aid course designed for any backcountry emergency.

📍 Nelson, BC 📅 November 21–23, 2025

🔥 What you’ll walk away with: ✅ Wilderness Advanced First Aid Certification (valid 3 years) ✅ Adult CPR Certification ✅ Survival + rescue skills that go beyond standard first aid

This blended course lets you do the theory online, then spend your field days practicing hands-on skills that save lives.

👉 Don’t wait. Spots are limited—link in bio to register today.

08/14/2025

When emergencies happen, all eyes turn to the person who steps up - That might be you.

So how do you keep your mind clear when the pressure hits?

✅ Breathe first. A steady breath slows your heart rate and clears your head.
✅ Prioritize. Life threats first, everything else can wait.�
✅ Use your training. Rely on the steps you know—don’t reinvent the wheel mid-crisis.�
✅ Delegate. Clear tasks keep the scene calmer and safer.

Confidence doesn’t come from never feeling stress—it comes from knowing you can still think clearly through it.

What’s your go-to mental trick when the stakes are high?

08/12/2025

🏞️ The trail doesn’t come with a safety net.

Out here, you are the first responder.
It’s about more than splints—it’s staying calm, thinking fast, and working with what you’ve got.

That’s why we train in real terrain—roots, rain, and all.

📍 If you can do it here, you can do it anywhere.

08/08/2025

When it comes to wilderness first aid, a good history can be the most useful part of the entire assessment.
✅ It guides your decisions.�
✅ It helps rule out red flags.�
✅ It can point you toward the right treatment—even without advanced tools.

Use the SAMPLE acronym to focus your questions:
S – Symptoms (described by the patient)�
A – Allergies (and reactions)�
M – Medications (prescribed + not prescribed)�
P – Pertinent history (related to current issue)�
L – Last ins & outs (fluids, meds, food, menstruation)�
E – Events leading up to the problem

🔍 SAMPLE is six questions—but it’s actually six HUNDRED questions.�Your job is to get curious, dig deep, and think like a detective.�Every answer opens a door to another important question. Ask, listen, follow up.

🧠 A good rule: focus on the immediate issue. Their abdominal surgery in 1983 probably doesn’t matter for a sprained knee—but it might if they’re experiencing abdominal pain.

👣 In the backcountry, your best medicine is attention to detail.

08/05/2025

We train like it’s real — because someday, it might be.
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Our Wilderness First Responder (WFR) courses are designed to prepare you for the worst — so you can bring your best when it matters most.
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🌲 Whether you're a new Wilderness First Responder or need to recertify, we've got you covered in Nelson and Revelstoke this fall.
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📍 NELSON, BC
📅 Sept 3–7 → Wilderness First Responder (80Hr Hybrid)
�📅 Sept 3–7 → WFR Bridge (40hr-80hr)�
📅 Sept 3–5 → WFR Recert
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📍 REVELSTOKE, BC
📅 Oct 17–21 →Wilderness First Responder (80Hr Hybrid)�
📅 Oct 17–21 → WFR Bridge (40hr-80hr)�
📅 Oct 17–19 → WFR Recert
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�🔗 Hit the link in bio to grab your seat and stay field-ready this fall.
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07/31/2025

🔥 Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke: Know the Difference
When the heat hits hard, knowing these signs can save a life.

☀️ Heat Exhaustion:
Normal Mental Status (A on AVPU )
Fatigue and weakness
Headache
Nausea (may include vomiting)
History of:
Heat exposure or exertion
Inadequate acclimatization
Poor fluid or food intake
Decreased urine output

➡️ Action: Cool down, hydrate, rest in shade. Evacuation is usually not required if symptoms improve

⚠️ Heat Stroke (Medical Emergency):
Altered mental status (↓AVPU scale)
Skin may be hot, red, dry, or sweaty (appearance is variable)
May follow heat exhaustion or occur suddenly
May present with signs of Volume shock
Seizures can occur
History of:
Intense exertion in heat (e.g., wildfire, forced march)
Poor heat dissipation (e.g., clothing, humidity)
Risk factors: diuretics, psychotropic medications

➡️ Action:
Stop all activity and remove from heat source immediately
Aggressive cooling is the priority:
Full body immersion in cold water if possible
Evaporative + conductive cooling if immersion unavailable
Ice packs alone (neck/groin/armpits) are not sufficient
Monitor for improving mental status as a sign of effective treatment
Evacuate immediately for advanced medical care

🏞️ Long hikes, exposed trails, or canyon trips? Learn these cold—because when the heat rises, time matters.

07/29/2025

🗺️ Let’s hear your stories!

What’s the most remote or wild place you’ve ever dealt with a medical situation?

Whether it was a twisted ankle 6 miles in or a scary allergic reaction mid-paddle, we want to know how you handled it—and what you learned. 🌲

💬 Drop your story below. You might inspire (or warn) the next person heading into the wild.

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