17 – 19 September, 2027 IN Kobarid, Slovenia
Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Course
HOSTED BY CROSSING LATITUDEs & THE WATER RESCUE ASSOCIATION OF SLOVENIA, & FAB Fabulous guided Adventures
Fast paced and hands-on, this Wilderness First Aid course covers a wide range of wilderness medicine topics for people who travel and enjoy the outdoors. Whether spending time in the backcountry is your passion or your profession, you should never have to ask, "What do I do now?" On this course, you'll learn how to prepare for the unexpected. In just a few days, you'll have the knowledge, skills and ability to make sound decisions in emergency situations.
CPR is included. Everyone is welcome, no previous experience required.
DATES:
17 – 19 September, 2027
08:00 to 18:00 each day
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This course is conducted in English. Our NOLS wilderness medicine instructors teach all over the world and are often bilingual. They will endeavour to support you however they can.
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585 EUR per person (VAT included).
EUR 562.5 if you book by 10 Aug 2027 to take advantage of our 10% early bird discount with the code WFAKOBARID27.
The course fee includes a 30-page NOLS Wilderness Medicine handout, a bandana with the patient assessment, equipment used during the course, CPR certification, the internationally recognised NOLS Wilderness Medicine WFA certification and Epinephrine auto-injector certification.
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This course combines theoretical lectures with hands-on sessions to train practical skills. Each day is a mix of classroom, skills sessions, scenarios, and case studies. There is a written & practical exam at the end of the course.
All participants will be learn by taking turns being “patients” and “rescuers” each day. We use fake blood to make the scenarios more realistic. The fake blood is washable, but you might have to wash twice.
If you are taking this WFA as a recertification course for a WAFA/WFR, you will need to complete a written and practical exam. Please email us at info@crossinglatitudes.com to ensure your eligibility to recertify on this course and we will support you in preparing for the course.
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Please register by selecting the “Register for this course button”.
Full payment is needed to confirm your reservation for the course. You may select your preferred payment method (bank transfer or credit card) on our registration form. Kindly read our cancellation policies below before you sign up. Once we have received your course fee we will email you a receipt and a course confirmation.
Do read the Student Agreement before signing up: http://www.nols.edu/en/filer/public/1481655159/906/
*There is no need to sign and send it in. We have physical forms you can sign at the course start.
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If a student cancels or withdraws from a course:
Greater than or equal to 30 days prior to the course starting date, Crossing Latitudes will retain an administrative fee of 25% of the course price.
Within 30 days of the course start date, Crossing Latitudes will retain an administrative fee of 50% of the course price.
Once the course has begun, there will be no refund.
If Crossing Latitudes or NOLS Wilderness Medicine must cancel the course, you will receive a full refund.
We highly recommend that you protect yourself by buying travel insurance. Crossing Latitudes or NOLS Wilderness Medicine are not responsible for any expenses other than the course fee in case of cancellation or withdrawal.
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Accommodation is not included in the WFA course fee.
We highly recommend that you book your lodging (tent site, caravan, eco-chalet, or glamping) at Kamp Koren where our classroom is located. Kamp Koren is attractively situated above the Soča River, only 1 km from the town of Kobarid.
If you book lodging at Kamp Koren do mention that you are taking the NOLS Wilderness Medicine course.
Kamp Koren https://www.campingslovenia.com/
Phone: +386 (0)5 389 13 11 Email: info@kamp-koren.si
Amenities at Kamp Koren include:
a restaurant open between 08:00 and 22:00. Coffee, snacks or meals may be purchased here.
a mini mart with a basic selection
rentable refrigerator space
pay per use washer and dryer
pay per use gym
pay per use sauna and salt room
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Meals are not included in the WFA course fee. Kamp Koren is within 10 minutes’ walk of the nearest grocery store. There are 2 supermarkets and several restaurants in Kobarid.
Kobarid
The picturesque village of Kobarid lies at the foot of the Julian Alps, above the emerald Soča-river, world renowned for white-water kayaking, rafting and canyoneering. Besides water-sports, the area offers spectacular opportunities for hiking, cycling, mountaineering and more. The local museum will inform you about the area’s rich history and numerous tour operators offer a variety of activities. Kobarid and its surroundings are definitely worth some extra time before or after your course.
In the town of Kobarid, hotels, hostels, B&Bs and AirBnBs are available. The walk from town to Kamp Koren will take between 15-20 min one way. There is also a pharmacy and a local clinic.
If you arrive prior to the course or choose to stay after the course - check out Kamp Koren’s activities at: https://www.campingslovenia.com/sport-activities or FAB adventures https://slovenia-rafting-canyoning.com/
Find out more about the region at https://www.soca-valley.com/
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If you wish to connect with others travelling to Kobarid, do let us know in your registration form.
https://www.campingslovenia.com/where-are-we
Nearby airports: Ljubljana Airport in Slovenia, Trieste or Venice Airports in Italy
Bus connections Ljubljana - Kobarid: https://www.nomago.si/avtobusne-vozovnice
Train Connections Ljubljana to Most na Soči, Slovenia https://potniski.sz.si/
Bus connections Venice, Italy – Udine in Italy or Ljubljana, Slovenia: https://global.flixbus.com/
Train and busses Venice to Cividale del Friuli, Italy (close to the border with Slovenia):
https://www.rome2rio.com/map/Venice/Cividale-del-Friuli
Taxi/ shuttle pick-up:
Pick-up in Most na Soči costs about €20.00.
Pick-up at Ljubljana Airport costs about €50.00 - €100.00 depending on number of participants.
Pick up in Cividale del Friuli, Italy costs about €20.00 per person.
Shuttle options include: https://www.goopti.com/en/ (book early to take advantage of cost savings)
The Course
Our 3-day Wilderness First Aid (WFA) course is a fast-paced, hands-on introduction to managing common injuries, more serious emergencies, and everything in between. Lectures, demonstrations, and practical scenarios will challenge you and provide a dynamic learning environment. After the course, you’ll have the knowledge, skills, and ability to make sound decisions and interventions in emergency situations.
Wilderness First Aid is different from the urban first aid. Focus is on initial and prolonged care for a patient in the back country. This course is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and individuals in remote locations.
For more information about NOLS Wilderness Medicine and our WFR courses, please visit the NOLS website (link below).
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Dynamic instructors with lots of backcountry and first aid experience
Lots of time outside with realistic scenarios
Daily feedback from our instructors
Intense AND rewarding days
A curriculum that is evidence-based, not just copied out of a textbook. We teach wilderness medicine practices and protocols that are supported by a physician-based medical advisory panel and disseminated by our curriculum director. This means you're getting the latest findings and protocols in the industry.
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That you are on time each day
Come prepared each morning, ready to learn and participate. Revision and practice in the evenings will set you up for success.
We hope that you will speak up when you need help, do not understand, or have any concerns.
Be respectful of other participants and our staff – both in the classroom and during our scenarios outside. We do not accept any kind of harassment.
We ask that all participants’ cell phones and computers will be turned off during class time.
Smoking, alcohol and/or recreational drugs are not allowed during the course hours.
Pets are not allowed at the classroom or scenario sites during course hours. Any student bringing pets to class will be asked to leave class until the pet is safely situated in a kennel or other facility – unless it is a service dog. If you have a service dog, please email us before signing up.
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NOLS Wilderness Medicine will bring medical equipment and outdoor gear for setting up realistic scenarios.
Expect the best but be prepared for the worst! We will be outside each day even if it rains, snows or storms. Having quality clothing and equipment is important. Come to class each morning prepared to be both inside and outside. You need a medium sized backpack for your personal extra clothing and the First Aid gear that we will provide each day. Your backpack will be used every day in the scenarios.
Packing for class (in your backpack):
Waterproof jacket and trousers
Extra wool or synthetic socks
Hat, gloves, mittens, neck warmer, buff or scarf
Headlamp with extra batteries
Sunglasses, Water bottle
Protective eyewear (sunglasses and /or clear glasses)
Indoor shoes or sandals
Note pad, pens, or pencils
Water bottle, Tea/coffee mug.
Suggested Equipment List:
Underwear
Synthetic or wool tops and bottoms
Warm sweaters or fleece jackets
Quick drying outdoors pants and tops
Casual clothing for the evenings
Waterproof jacket and trousers
Warm socks
Regular socks
Outdoor shoes/boots
Indoor shoes
Hat, gloves, mittens, neck warmer/scarf
Exercise clothing (if you want to exercise)
Headlamp with extra batteries
Note pad and pens
Sunglasses, water bottle, mug, toiletries
Adaptor(s) for your electronics (if needed)
Course Curriculum
Communicable Disease & Infection Control
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Wilderness Medicine
Scene Size-up & Initial Assessment (A B C D E)
Focused Exam (Head-to-Toe Assessment)
Vital signs (LOR, HR, RR, SCTM)
Focused Medical History (SAMPLE)
Emergency and Evacuation Plans, and Documentation
Spinal Cord Injuries
Head Injuries
Medical Shock
Wilderness Wound Management
Burns & Infections
Athletic Injuries, Fractures, & Dislocations
Heat Illness
Hypothermia & Local Cold Injury
The Medical Patient: chest pain, abdominal pain, respiratory concerns, etc.
Allergies & Anaphylaxis
Wilderness First Aid Kits
download course information
We hope this information is helpful.
For specific questions about NOLS Wilderness Medicine or our curriculum please contact Crossing Latitudes info@crossinglatitudes.com
NOLS Wilderness Medicine web: https://nols.edu/en/courses/wilderness-medicine/
IMPORTANT STUDENT AGREEMENT TO READ
Please read the Student Agreement before signing up. http://www.nols.edu/en/filer/public/1481655159/906/ There is no need to sign and send it in. We have forms you can sign at the course start.