Wilderness First Aid for Mountain Bikers
(WFA-MTB)
COURSE FULL! Please stay tuned for another course in January, 2011
August 21-22, 2010
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CPR from 6:00-9:30 p.m. on Sat.)
The Muir Woods Community Park Assosciation Clubhouse on Mt. Tamalpais
40 Ridge Avenue Mill Valley, CA
Join the NorCal High School Mountain Bike League and Foster Calm www.fostercalm.com for an innovative Wilderness First Aid training created by and for mountain bike coaches and ride leaders. This 16-hour training is designed to prepare mountain bike coaches and anyone who rides bicycles in the wilderness to confidently and effectively respond to injuries and illness that can occur while riding. The training will focus on staying calm, making good decisions, and relevant hands-on practice, including on-the-trail scenarios specifically designed for mountain bike coaches. Upon completion, each participant will receive a Wilderness First Aid-Mountain Bike (WFA-MTB) Certification good for 3 years. Please contact lauren@norcalmtb.org with questions.
Topics covered
- Managing an accident scene out on the trail
- Patient assessment
- Shock & bleeding
- Head & spinal injuries
- Wound care
- Musculoskeletal injuries
- Heat and cold illnesses
- And much more
Benefits
The benefits of getting the WFA-MTB certification include increased preparedness, professionalism, and confidence as well as eligibility for special fun rides during which we will practice scenarios in order to keep accident response skills fresh and accessible.
Certification Requirements for League Coaches
For 2010, the League requires WFA-MTB certification for Head and Assistant Coaches. WFA-MTB certification is recommended for Ride Leaders, but not required. For more information on Coaches Licensing, please go to the Coaches Resources Page.
Cost
Early registration (on or before August 2nd, 2010) is $195 per person (includes 16 hour training, light breakfast and full lunch each day, and camping in a cabin or tent). After August 2nd, the price increases to $205 per person. Late Registration is available after August 16th, 2010 until August 20th, 2010 for $225 per person.
CPR training costs an additional $25 and includes dinner on Saturday evening.
Registration
We're sorry. The course is full. Please stay tuned for another course offering in January, 2011.