Rescue Training

"Will you be prepared to help?"

 
 
 
 

Medical Certification

 

Practical Experience

 

   
   

 

Wilderness First Aid
This 16 - 20 Hrs course will cover medical problems and solutions that arise in the backcountry when help is hours if not days away.

 

 

High/Low Angle Rescue
If your a climber, you need to take this course PERIOD. At some point every climber will be in a situation were their help will be required in rescuing someone. This course will give a base of knowledge that will help you understand Professional Rescuers' goals, concerns, and planning behind any rescue. This course will also prepare you for handling your own problems. Take it you won't regret it.

 

 

Emergency Responder /
Wilderness First Responder
An 80+ Hrs course that anyone who spends time in the backcountry should have. In-depth instruction and hands on experience will give you the confidence to handle problems. Course covers but is not limited to:

-traumatic injuries -incident command -long-term patient care -illness assessment -medications -overuse injuries

Self Rescue for Climbers
Would you know what to do when your leader falls on the third pitch of a five pitch climb and is unresponsive? Would you know how to accend a rope without accenders? Do you know how to rappel with a broken arm? You will.

 

Community First Aid & CPR
Taught through the American Red Cross, these courses are described in full by following the links:

- Community CPR
- Child Infant CPR
- First Aid
- Responding to Emergencies

River Rescue for River Runners
Learn how to use a Swiftwater Rescue vest. Practice pinned boat retrevial, swimming, vector-pull, and 3-1 systems covered intensively. Weather you kayak, or raft you will want this knowledge.
These courses are sceduled seasonally and as needed, PLEASE call for more info.
   
High Plains Outdoor Institute
1522 Barratt, Laramie, WY 82070
1-405-205-6527 | Or 1-307-742-0932

john@hpoiadventure.com |