Master Essential Skills with NOLS Wilderness First Aid in Southampton Township, NJ
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 days (16 hours total)
Fitness Level
Participants should be in general good health and able to engage in moderate physical activity, including kneeling, lifting, and outdoor simulations.
Overview
Gain the crucial outdoor emergency skills you need with NOLS Wilderness First Aid in Southampton Township, NJ. Learn hands-on care techniques in the unique Pine Barrens landscape, just minutes from major cities.
NOLS Wilderness First Aid
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About This Adventure
Pinelands Adventures is excited to partner with NOLS, the industry leader in wilderness medicine, to offer a Wilderness First Aid class!
Prepare for the unexpected with this engaging, hands-on introduction to wilderness medicine, taught over two or two and a half days. If you like to take short trips relatively close to medical resources, work at wilderness camps, enjoy weekend family outdoor activities, or recreate outdoors, this course is for you.
This course is great for people of all experience levels, and is best suited for those who recreate outdoors where EMS response can be expected in a timely manner (fewer than eight hours). You'll learn the Patient Assessment System, how to provide effective first aid treatments for injuries and illnesses common in the outdoors, and how to make appropriate evacuation decisions.
You'll learn both in the classroom and in outdoor settings regardless of weather, so come prepared for wet, muddy, cold or hot environments!
Adventure Tips
Arrive rested and prepared
Be sure to get a good night's sleep before your first day to stay focused during the intensive hands-on training.
Dress in layers
Southampton's weather can vary; wear moisture-wicking layers and be prepared for outdoor practice sessions.
Bring a notebook
Recording key points during lectures and scenarios helps reinforce skills for later reference.
Practice communication skills
Effective communication is critical in emergencies; engage fully in group exercises to build this skill.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Eastern Box Turtle
- Pine Barrens Tree Frog
History
The Pine Barrens have been inhabited for centuries; the ghost towns reflect a bygone era of ironworks and cranberry farming dating to the 1700s.
Conservation
NOLS emphasizes Leave No Trace principles, helping participants minimize environmental impact during training and outdoor activities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable outdoor clothing
Wear clothing suitable for outdoor activity and variable weather during practical training.
Sturdy footwear
Closed-toe shoes or boots provide support and safety for simulated field exercises.
Water bottle
Staying hydrated is important during extended classroom and practical sessions.
Pen and notebook
To take notes during lectures and scenarios for better retention.