Leadership Update Oct 19

Leadership Update Oct 19

Since their arrival to Costa Rica, our Leadership students have been tirelessly working and studying in pursuit of the Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certifications. The group has already taken their exams for First Aid and CPR and are studying hard for Sunday’s written WFR exam.

Earlier this week while on a hike near base, the group had a chance to practice some of the rescue techniques they were learning when they came across a blind dog who was stuck in the river. We’re so proud of these students for helping the dog to safety.

Students pose with the dog they rescued!
Students pose with the dog they rescued!

Today, students spent the afternoon learning how to attend to victims:

Students practice their skills in Wilderness First Responder.
Students practice their skills in Wilderness First Responder.

 

Instructor Zach plays a victim during the students' WFR training
Instructor Zach plays a victim during the students’ WFR training.

 

This practice will definitely come in handy this weekend, when students will apply their skills in a simulated emergency scenario as part of the practical portion of their training. (NOTE: Scenario victims may appear to be members of the Communications staff, please don’t be concerned!)

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