
CANADIAN ROCKIES ESCAPES
Nordegg & Abraham Lake Tours
Remote & Wilderness First Aid Training
Navigating wilderness and remote environments requires proper training, the right gear, and essential skills. Whether you’re an avid adventurer, reside or work in a secluded area, or are a professional first responder, we offer Red Cross remote and wilderness first aid courses designed to meet your needs.
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Remote First Aid - 20 hours
Dates, location & availability:
Private group bookings available across Alberta.
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Course Overview:
This hands-on course equips participants with essential first aid skills for remote and wilderness environments. Designed for individuals who live, work, or explore in non-urban settings, the training focuses on planning, prevention, and emergency response when medical help is hours away. Participants will develop the knowledge and confidence to provide care for up to 24 hours in remote conditions.
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Key Learning Concepts:
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Planning, prevention, and situational awareness
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Wound care
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Environmental emergencies
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Course Format & Requirements:
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Training takes place in classroom and outdoors—come prepared for the weather
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Home reading is required before the course
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Includes practical, scenario-based learning
Course Options & Pricing:
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Private Bookings: Available for groups of 6 or more. Pricing varies ($329.95–$399.96) based on location.
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Recertification: $199.95 + GST (Field Guide not included)
Take-Home Materials:
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Wilderness & Remote Field Guide

Wilderness First Aid (40 hrs)
Dates, location & availability:
Private group bookings available across Alberta.
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Course Overview:
This in-depth, outdoor training program is designed for individuals who require advanced first aid and CPR skills to respond effectively in remote and wilderness settings. Participants will learn comprehensive strategies for managing medical emergencies when professional help is more than three hours away, including providing extended care for overnight or multi-day situations. Ideal for guides, outdoor leaders, and professionals in recreation and ecotourism, this course emphasizes prevention, leadership, and decision-making in challenging environments.
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Key Learning Concepts:
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Group health, wellness, and risk prevention
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Leadership and decision-making in remote settings
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Advanced assessment and patient care
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Extended care strategies for multi-day situations
Course Format & Requirements:
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Training takes place in classroom and outdoors—come prepared for the weather
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Pre-course home reading required
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Includes practical, scenario-based learning
Course Options & Pricing:
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Full Course: $569.95–$599.95 + GST (Includes Wilderness & Remote Field Guide)
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Recertification: $315.95–$359.95 + GST (Field Guide not included)
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Take-Home Materials:
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Wilderness & Remote Field Guide
For more information or to book any of these courses, send an email to canadianrockiesescapes@gmail.com