Wilderness First Responder (WFR) Course

The Must Have Certification for Outdoor Professionals

SOLO Wilderness First Responder (WFR) courses are the recognized industry standard for those who work as backcountry trip leaders, camp counselors and students in outdoor recreational programs. The 72-hour curriculum standard for urban and extended-care situations. SOLO Southeast is your WFR resource in western NC.

Emphasis is placed on leadership, prevention and decision-making. This WFR is designed specifically to provide you with the tools to make critical medical and evacuation decisions in remote wilderness locations. Half of your time will be spent completing practical skills, case studies and simulated scenarios designed to test your decision-making abilities.

CPR is included in this course.

Wilderness First Responder - Costa Rica

SOLO Southeast has teamed up with Costa Rican Resource to provide a truly amazing opportunity to train as a Wilderness First Responder in one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world.  You will follow the standard WFR curriculum over an 8-day perios.  This class includes a whitewater rafting trip, jungle expeditions and extra-curricular classes on jungle survival, medicinal plant hikes and an overnight camping trip.  You'll stay in basic accomodations with all food included.  Feel free to extend your stay after class and continue to expolore the eco-paradise that is Costa Rica.  Places are limited and we do require a good level of fitness plus proof of all vaccinations required for this region.

CPR is included in this course.

Wilderness First Responder Recertification

Our intensive two-day class will renew a currently certified WFR.  The came certification is offered in a 3-day format that provides participants with more time to be spent in skills-based scenarios.  Students are advised to retake the full WFR course after three recertifications to ensure that skills are maintained to a satisfactory standard. Taking the WFR Recertification will bring you up to date with the latest in wilderness protocols and refresh your memory on standard WFR curriculum. CPR is not included, although to maintain your WFR qualification you must have current CPR certification.  CPR is available on the first day (5:30pm-7:30pm) at an additional charge of $35. Remember to bring your WFR card and proof of current CPR.  SOLO Southeast accepts WMI and WMA WFR Certifications.  Other organizations are not generally accepted.  Please contact SOLO for more information on recognized certifications.

SOLO Southeast students are extended a 20% discount on NOC lodging and 10% discount on all meals at NOC restaurants.