Marquette – The American Red Cross, Superior Upper Peninsula Chapter, will offer its new Wilderness and Remote First Aid course on Saturday, October 9 and Sunday, October 10 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day at Tourist Park in Marquette. An overnight camp out option is available for October 8 and 9.
The course is designed for scouts, outdoor enthusiasts and people who work in remote wilderness environments. Participants must be 14 or older and possess current certification in adult CPR/AED.
The course includes training on head (brain), neck and spinal injuries; heat related emergencies; hypothermia; altitude-related illnesses; allergies and anaphylaxis; burns; bone and joint injuries; wounds and wound infection. The course also offers enhanced content and topics to meet OSHA’s Best Practices for Workplace First Aid Training Programs.
Cost is $150, which includes food for the weekend, camping, course materials, instructor fees and certification.
Space is limited. Participants must register by Tuesday, October 5. For information or to register, call 228-3659. Information is also available at www.upamericanredcross.org.
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