Bend Endurance Academy (BEA) is excited to announce its upcoming Wilderness First Aid Course, designed for outdoor enthusiasts, bikers, skiers, climbers, and anyone seeking to elevate their first aid skills. With all of the beautiful wilderness areas around Bend, adventure outside of city limits can quickly turn into an emergency. Be prepared to handle injuries and illnesses while mountain biking, trail running, climbing, and skiing. Regardless of your current level, this course will empower you with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to handle emergencies effectively. Topics will include basic first aid principles, injury assessment, specific scenarios and hands-on practice. In partnership with Cascade Wilderness Medicine and the Wilderness Medicine Training Center, this hybrid WFA course allows for some coursework to be completed ahead of time. This course may also be used to recertify a WFR or WEMT certification. The WFA is scheduled for December 9 and 10, 2023.
To secure your spot, register following the instructions here! Space is limited, so early registration is highly recommended.
Location:
Bend Endurance Academy
222 SE Reed Market Rd., Suite 200
Bend, OR
About Bend Endurance Academy:
The Bend Endurance Academy is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Central Oregon with a mission to promote healthy living through active, outdoor experiences. We emphasize teamwork, inclusion, personal growth, and community responsibility.
Founded in 2009, the Bend Endurance Academy currently features development programs for youth and juniors in Rock Climbing, Cycling, and Nordic Skiing. In 2019, more than 900 people participated in our programs and participants ranged in age from 4-74 years of age.
The Academy operates in the Deschutes National Forest under a Special Use Permit from the US Forest Service and in partnership with the Bend Rock Gym, Meissner Nordic and many local businesses.
