Wilderness First Aid (WFA)

About Wilderness First Aid

This course is required for Philmont and other high-adventure bases by the BSA. It is highly recommended for units involved in activities where you are further than 1 hour from EMS.

Prerequisites

Current certification in adult CPR/AED is required to take the Wilderness First Aid training course. You must provide a copy of your certification at the start of the WFA course.

CPR/AED Training

For those without a current CPR/AED certification, a separate CPR/AED course is offered on Friday night starting at 6:00 PM and will run until the training is complete.

Note

The fee includes course materials, meals, and camping accommodations. Please pack as if you were hiking in the backcountry! The class has limited slots and will be filled on a first-paid/first-in basis. After receiving your registration and payment you will be registered for the course. The class will be canceled if the minimum of 6 participants is not met. In case of cancellation, your fee will be refunded. Other than “Event Cancellation” there is a No Refund Policy for this event.

Medical

A current BSA Annual Health & Medical form is required to be submitted on arrival. Only Part A and Part B are required for this event.

Participants interested in signing up for both WFA and the First Aid/CPR/AED, sign up for WFA first and then under classes select the First Aid/CPR/AED.

2026 WFA (Wilderness First Aid) Course Details

REGISTER HERE FOR WILDERNESS FIRST AID

WHO: For Scouts BSA and Venturing Leaders

SPRING WHEN: Friday, April 10, 2026 - Sunday, April 12, 2026

SPRING WHERE: Camp Rock Enon Scout Reservation (292 Rock Enon Springs Rd, Gore, VA 22637)

SPRING KEY DATES:

  • Registration Opens: January 15, 2026 (9:00 AM)
  • Late Fee Begins: March 11, 2026 @ 12AM
  • Registration Closes: March 27, 2026 @ 11:59 PM

FALL WHEN: Saturday, October 2, 2026 - Sunday October 4, 2026

FALL WHERE: Camp Sinoquipe Scout Reservation (677 Boy Scout Rd, Fort Littleton, PA 17223)

FALL KEY DATES:

  • Registration Opens: July 4, 2026
  • Late Fee Begins: September 2, 2026 @ 12AM
  • Registration Closes: September 18, 2026 @ 11:59PM

COST:

  • $35 First Aid/CPR/AED Training per Participant (Adult/Youth) - REGULAR PRICE
  • $150 WFA Training per Participant (Adult/Youth) - REGULAR PRICE
  • $25 LATE FEE per Participant (Adult/Youth)