Wilderness First Aid Certification
Arizona ~ April 5-6, 2025
Utah ~ Sept 20-21, 2025
16+ Hour 2 Day All-Inclusive Co-Ed Hands On Offroad Focused Wilderness First Aid Class & Certification ~ $369
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Are you truly prepared for a medical emergency while out on the trail? With emergency services potentially hours away, it’s crucial to know how to provide assistance in a crisis. I feel that it is imperative that we are dilligent in learning as many skills as possible to help others, or ourselves, in an emergency. This is why I host multiple 2-day Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification classes, designed specifically for offroaders by offroaders. This course is tailored to the unique challenges of offroad adventures, offering essential skills that go beyond traditional WFA certifications. Join us and ensure you’re ready to handle any emergency with confidence! ~ Charlene Bower
Arizona ~ April 5-6, 2025
Saturday: Registration will start at 7:30. Class will begin promptly at 8am and conclude around 6pm. Dinner and Campfire chat after.
Sunday: We will start at 8am and conclude around 5pm.
UTah ~ Sept 20-21, 2025
Saturday: Registration will start at 7:30. Class will begin promptly at 8am and conclude around 8pm. Dinner and Campfire chat after.
Sunday: We will start at 8am and conclude around 5pm.
About the Event
Refining Your Skills Builds Confidence...
We are thrilled to offer two exclusive 2-day WFA experiences that are uniquely designed for offroad enthusiasts! Uplevel your skills and adventure safer!!
Join us for 2 full days (16+ hours!) filled with exciting and motivating hands-on Wilderness First Aid (offroad focused) training! This is a great opportunity for offroaders of every level, beginner to advanced. Bring your outside-the-box thinking to work through different scenarios while having fun!
No vehicle is necessary. Space is Limited to keep it personal.
What We Do...
Maximize Your Learning...
Our Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Certification Course is DIFFERENT than any other. Yes, you get your standardized 2-day certification from HSI that everyone does…but like everything we do here…we push it one step further. It is built for Offroaders…by Offroaders! All of the examples used during the class are ‘offroad related’. Experience HANDS-ON learning sessions with other offroaders that are similar in dedication to education and offroading.
Dan has been teaching classes for Charlene for years. His personality and “out-side-the-box” thinking aligns well with her desire to provide you with the best industry standard style of learning possible. His medical versatility, in the field experience and passion for helping others be successful shines through during the entire hands-on class.
Have you taken a different WFA class in the past? Look at your renewal date for your WFA Cert, it is usually only good for 2 years. This is a great opportunity to get your certificate renewed and get some different perspectives on challenges!
Offroaders Needs Are Different
The potential medical hazards that happen around heavy offroad vehicles adds another layer of challenges. Speed, dirt, weight and being in the wilderness far from emergency services and potentially even cell phone service makes this class a must take, in our opinion. Half of managing a situation is having the confidence to know the steps to a successful evacuation.
It doesn’t matter what kind of offroad vehicle you drive, you are welcome to join us!! You do NOT need a vehicle to participate. We will be working in a closed environment with all the tools you need available.
All Inclusive with Options...
All Inclusive Experience includes 5 Meals, 2 Full Days of Hands-On Education, Processing your Certificate and Camping Experience. This opportunity is a very reasonable $369 value!! You are responsible for your travel, lodging and shopping budget. We do not provide alcohol, but it is welcome in moderation at the end of the day. **Refunds are available up to 1 month before the class starts. Otherwise monies go into credit for future experiences with Offroad Exposed.
We Eat! While you are with us, we will host you in our fancy style. You will have multiple drink options and snacks all day. Five meals will be prepped for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and of course Dessert! When you register you will be asked if you have any food allergies so we can design the perfect menu for the group!
We Camp! Although you do have an option to pick a hotel that is about 20 minutes away, we encourage you to camp onsite with us. After dinner we hang out by the campfire (usually still learning!) and in the morning coffee is ready as soon as the first person rumbles in. Shower and toilet facilities are avaialbe. Tent, Van or any size RV Camping available.
We Enjoy New Friendships! The unspoken best part about our events is getting to know other offroaders that are JUST LIKE YOU! Folks that don’t mind getting dirt under their nails and wanting to learn about offroading. It is a great time to meet new friends ~ some which will grow into long-term friends! Camaraderie and laughing happens!
Hear About It...
Your Onsite Hosts
Dan
Lead Instructor
Charlene
Hostess
Wes
Guest Support
Logistics for Mesa, AZ:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing two important links:
- A form with questions designed to help us ensure you have a successful trip.
- A link to the Bower Media Brands App, which provides access to a comprehensive set of resources and prepping lists to support your success, along with a dedicated chat area for this specific group.
What Qualifies Dan as an Instructor?
Dan Barela comes with 32 years experience primarily in Fire Service. He has worked in flight medicine as a flight paramedic. He has also served with FEMA USAR for 14 years and was a Rescue Manager for the International Disaster Response Team. Dan has been deployed worldwide for disaster response and has a passion for training first responders around the world.
Dan started offroading as a teen which led him to get into offroad racing. He raced in several amateur offroad series then raced for a year in HDRA and SCORE until the expensive hobby caught up. From there Dan continued in a more tame setting with dirt bikes, UTVs and Overlanding utilizing his Ford Raptor.
PS ~ Dan has quite the personality and you can only imagine the width of campfire stories that can be told on Saturday night!
Top Questions
- Specific Location will be given to you before arrival.
- Registration will ask you questions about Food and Drink preferences and allergies.
- Confirmation Email will be sent upon signup with a link to our Registered Member Networking area to Join.
- Registered Member Networking area has very detailed information for packing, travel, etc.
- You do not need to bring any first aid gear.
- You do not need to have a CRP or FA Cert to join. However, we do encourage it of course.
- Charlene is quite the hostess and cook! You will love her food and she strives to create an exceptional space for your time together. She is also the one to turn to if your RV has issues…
Camping & Hotel
We encourage you to camp with us.
- There will be a $22/camping unit per night fee OR $7/vehicle entry fee in addition to registration. Details for camping are in the Registered Member Networking area.
- Tent Camping Welcome in all sizes.
- RV Camping Welcome. No Hookups. Generator 10pm-7am quiet time.
- Showers and Bathrooms onsite.
- Please advise if you would like a Camping Package provided. Includes: Tent, Tarp, Air Mattress, Sleeping Bag, Blanket, Pillow, Sheet Set, Towel and Light. Limited to first 8 guests to ask.
Hotels are listed in our detailed Registered Member Networking area, but not recommended due to distance and time.
Driving
- Use Mesa, Arizona as your target location for distance.
- Specific Location is shared in our Registered Member Networking area.
Flying
- Primary is PHX – Phoenix International Airport
- Secondary is AZA – Mesa Gateway Airport
Logistics for Utah:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing two important links:
- A form with questions designed to help us ensure you have a successful trip.
- A link to the Bower Media Brands App, which provides access to a comprehensive set of resources and prepping lists to support your success, along with a dedicated chat area for this specific group.
What Qualifies Dan as an Instructor?
Dan Barela comes with 32 years experience primarily in Fire Service. He has worked in flight medicine as a flight paramedic. He has also served with FEMA USAR for 14 years and was a Rescue Manager for the International Disaster Response Team. Dan has been deployed worldwide for disaster response and has a passion for training first responders around the world.
Dan started offroading as a teen which led him to get into offroad racing. He raced in several amateur offroad series then raced for a year in HDRA and SCORE until the expensive hobby caught up. From there Dan continued in a more tame setting with dirt bikes, UTVs and Overlanding utilizing his Ford Raptor.
PS ~ Dan has quite the personality and you can only imagine the width of campfire stories that can be told on Saturday night!
Top Questions
- Specific Location will be given to you before arrival. It is about 30 minutes south of Moab, UT.
- Registration will ask you questions about Food and Drink preferences and allergies.
- Confirmation Email will be sent upon signup with a link to our Registered Member Networking area to Join.
- Registered Member Networking area has very detailed information for packing, travel, etc.
- You do not need to bring any first aid gear.
- You do not need to have a CRP or FA Cert to join. However, we do encourage it of course.
- Charlene is quite the hostess! You will love the food and she strives to create an exceptional space for your time together. She is also the one to turn to if your RV has issues…
Camping & Hotel
0 We encourage you to camp with us.
- There will be a $20/camping unit per night fee in addition to registration. Details for camping are in the Registered Member Networking area.
- Tent Camping Welcome in all sizes.
- RV Camping Welcome. No Hookups. Generator 10pm-7am quiet time.
- Showers and Bathrooms onsite.
- Please advise if you would like a Camping Package provided. Includes: Tent, Tarp, Air Mattress, Sleeping Bag, Blanket, Pillow, Sheet Set, Towel and Light. Limited to first 8 guests to ask.
Hotels are listed in our detailed Registered Member Networking area, but not recommended due to distance and time.
Driving
- Use Moab, Utah as your target location for distance. Our actual location will be about 30 minutes south of town.
- Specific Location is shared in our Registered Member Networking area.
Flying
- Primary is CNY – Canyonlands Field Airport
- Secondary is GJT – Grand Junction Regional Airport
Additional details on how to be successful at flying in provided in our Registered Members Area. Or, ask ahead of registering.
Registration
This course is not your typical Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification; it’s tailored to the unique needs of offroad adventurers like you. Gain the confidence and skills you need to handle any emergency, and leave with a certification that’s designed to keep you and your crew safe on every trail. Sign up today for our exclusive 2-day WFA certification class—built specifically for offroaders, by offroaders and be prepared for whatever comes your way!
Still Have Questions or Concerns?
Reach out to Charlene and the Team directly. Let’s get you set up for success!
Email: Team@BowerMediaBrands.com