Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Certification — LPLA x Base Medical

A nationally recognized Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course designed for individuals who recreate, work, or lead in outdoor environments where medical help may be hours—or even days—away.

Join Loco por la Aventura in collaboration with Base Medical for a comprehensive, hands-on training that will prepare you to respond confidently to real emergencies in the backcountry.

This hybrid course combines online learning with in-person, scenario-based training to give you practical, life-saving skills.

🧭 Course Format

This is a 16-hour hybrid certification course:

💻 8 hours online coursework (completed before in-person session)

🏕️ 8 hours in-person practical training

📍 Location (In-Person Training)

Loco por la Aventura BaseCamp

📍 544 SE Oak St, Suite 206, Portland, OR

A community-based mountaineering and education center designed to provide accessible, high-quality outdoor training.

🕒 Date

📅 Sunday, June 14, 2026

(Online portion must be completed prior to the in-person session)

🧠 What You’ll Learn

The Wilderness First Aid curriculum focuses on essential skills for managing emergencies in remote environments.

🩺 Patient Assessment

• Scene size-up and safety evaluation
• Identifying life-threatening conditions
• Head-to-toe physical exam
• Vital signs and patient monitoring
• Patient history (SAMPLE method)

🦴 Spine & Trauma Management

• Recognizing potential spinal injuries
• Safe patient handling and stabilization
• Bleeding control techniques
• Wound care and management
• Improvised splinting

🌡️ Environmental Emergencies

• Hypothermia and cold-related illnesses
• Hyperthermia and heat-related illness
• Altitude sickness and prevention

❤️ Medical Emergencies

• Anaphylaxis
• Seizures
• Chest pain
• Altered mental status
• Diabetic emergencies (hypoglycemia / hyperglycemia)
• Hyponatremia

🚁 Evacuation & Decision-Making

• When to evacuate immediately vs monitor
• Patient packaging and movement
• Risk assessment in remote settings

🔄 Scenario-Based Training

All skills are practiced through realistic drills and scenarios that simulate backcountry emergencies.

Participants will actively apply knowledge in hands-on situations guided by instructors.

🎯 Certification

Upon successful completion, participants will receive:

✅ Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Certification

🎓 Issued by Base Medical

⏳ Valid for 2 years

🏕️ Who This Course Is For

• Outdoor enthusiasts
• Hikers, climbers, and mountaineers
• Outdoor leaders and guides
• Anyone spending time in remote environments

🎟️ Tickets & Pricing

🎟️ General Admission

Price: $170

💡 Special Community Rate

This course typically costs $450 in the market.

Thanks to Loco por la Aventura, a significant portion of the cost is being subsidized to make this training accessible to our community.

Includes:

• Full WFA certification course (16 hours)
• Online + in-person training
• Hands-on scenario-based practice
• Official certification (valid for 2 years)

⚠️ Limited spots available to ensure high-quality instruction.

🌎 Accessibility & Language Support

We are committed to making outdoor education accessible and inclusive.

💛 Financial Assistance Available

We offer additional support for participants facing financial barriers.

To apply:

📧 anibal@locoporlaaventura.com

🗣️ Bilingual Experience

Instruction available in English and Spanish.

Our instructors provide a welcoming, inclusive environment for all participants.

🎒 What to Bring (In-Person Session)

• Notebook & pen
• Comfortable clothing for movement
• Water & snacks
• Small backpack

⚠️ Important Notes

• Completion of the online portion is required before attending the in-person session
• Participation in all practical scenarios is required for certification
• Limited spots available

⚠️ Safety & Community Guidelines

• Respectful, inclusive learning environment
• Active participation required
• Safety-first mindset at all times

📝 Requirements

• Ages 16+
• Ability to participate in physical scenarios
• Completion of pre-course online module

📝 Registration & Contact

📧 anibal@locoporlaaventura.com

📞 503-888-4216