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.

2025 WFA (Wilderness First Aid) Course Details

WHO: For Scout Leaders and Youth

WHEN: Saturday, March 28, 2025 - Sunday, March 30, 2025

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

COST:

  • $25 CPR/AED Training per Participant (Adult/Youth) - REGULAR PRICE
  • $120 WFA Training per Participant (Adult/Youth) - REGULAR PRICE
  • $35 CPR/AED Training per Participant (Adult/Youth) - INCLUDES $10 LATE FEE
  • $145 WFA Training per Participant (Adult/Youth) - INCLUDES $25 LATE FEE
  • *Non-BSA Members an additional $10 for CPR/AED and an additional $30 for WFA

KEY DATES:

  • Registration Opens: December 28, 2024
  • Late Fee Begins: Wednesday, February 26, 2025
  • Registration Closes: Thursday, March 13, 2025 (11:59 PM)

 

  • Wilderness First Aid w/AED & CPR Spring '25
    March 28, 2025 to March 30

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    November 14, 2025 to November 16