Are you a San Diego Chapter Outings Leader planning to lead backcountry outings?
Beginning January 1, 2027, Sierra Club Outings Safety Policy requires leaders conducting backcountry outings to hold a current Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification with CPR. Backcountry is defined as a location where a professional, state-regulated Emergency Medical Services (EMS) team cannot reach the group within one to two hours by vehicle, foot, or helicopter.
If you plan to lead backcountry outings, now is a great opportunity to get certified!
This CPR course is open to San Diego Chapter Outings Leaders and provides practical, hands-on training for responding to injuries and medical emergencies when professional help may be hours away.
This course cover the Prerequisite for WFA Certification
Participants are to bring their own snacks, lunch, and drinks
Wilderness First Aid Course Schedule
Attendance for the entire CPR course is mandatory:
Sunday | 9;00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Because this is a certification course, participants must attend all instructional sessions and successfully complete the required skills evaluations and scenarios to receive certification. Registration includes the CPR digital student book and digital certification.
Come prepared with an open mind, a willingness to learn, and a readiness to challenge yourself both mentally and physically. CPR is an intensive, hands-on course combining classroom instruction and practical skills. While challenging, it is also engaging, rewarding, and a lot of fun!
Please register only if you are confident you can attend.
We hope you'll join us for a fun and challenging day in San Diego that will give you the knowledge, skills, and confidence to safely lead Sierra Club backcountry adventures for years to come!
Level: Moderate (Prerequisite: None) Must be completed prior to any outing.
Level: Moderate
Signup Instructions: All participants must register on-line
Recommended Items: A list will be emailed to all registered participants.
Signup Restrictions: This course is for Active San Diego Chapter Outings Leaders only.
Additional Directions: Location will be emailed to all registered participants.
Carpool: Encouraged, due to limited parking, but do so at your own risk.
Note: Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.
Cancellation Policy: Activity is held rain or shine, but may be altered due to inclement weather