If you were hiking or backpacking far from medical services, would you know what to do in an emergency? The Wilderness First Aid Committee offers members the…
Based in New York, NY.
AMC NY-NoJ — Wilderness First Aid is a health & wellness club in New York, NY. Whether you're new to New York, NY or a longtime local, this club is a friendly place to meet people who share your interests.
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If you were hiking or backpacking far from medical services, would you know what to do in an emergency? The Wilderness First Aid Committee offers members the highest quality safety training available at a reasonable cost. Our primary goal is to increase the number of people able to assist in emergency situations. Each of our volunteer instructors has been certified by the Emergency Care and Safety Institute , which is a collaboration between the Wilderness Medical Society and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons . You do not have to be an AMC member to take one of our WFA courses; however, AMC members can take the course at a reduced rate. Keep an eye on AMC’s Activities Database for upcoming trainings. Standard first aid practices are generally based on the assumption that help will arrive shortly, and that the patient will be out of your hands and at the hospital in under an ho…