Registration for all outings begins the first day of classes, Monday, January 14. To register for an outing, a full payment is required for trips less than $100. For trips more than $100, a minimum of half of the trip cost is required to reserve a spot.
There are two ways to register: call us by phone with a credit card, or stop by our office in the south lobby of Half Acre. Dependents and spouses pay the same price as their sponsor.
Outings are only available to UW students, faculty, and staff (dependents and spouses). Lectures, slideshows, climbing wall competitions, drop-in kayak pool sessions, the WMI WFR-R, and the gear swap are open to the general public.
Pre-trip meetings are mandatory. If you cannot attend, you must make prior arrangements with the instructors.
We accept cash, checks, Visa, MasterCard, payroll deduction, or WyoOne Cards. Receipts must be completed at our office in the south lobby of Half Acre or by phone. Payments must be made at the Campus Recreation service window in the west lobby or by phone (credit card only).
Make sure you can go before you sign-up! Refunds of ½ of the trip payment are available if five-business-days' notice (prior to the pre-trip meeting) is given, and as long as the refund amount exceeds $20. With less than five-business-days' notice, there are no refunds available. The only exception to this policy is if our office is presented with an authorized absence from the Dean of Students office or a note from a doctor. If we cancel a trip due to weather or participation, you will be issued a full refund. Refunds may take a few weeks to process.
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Date(s) |
Description |
Price |
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January |
Student |
Faculty/Staff |
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22, 24, 26, 29, 2/2 |
$41 |
$50 |
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23 |
$5 |
$7 |
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25 |
Free |
* |
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26 |
$26 |
$33 |
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30 |
$5 |
$7 |
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February |
Student |
Faculty/Staff |
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2 |
$26 |
$33 |
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6 |
$5 |
$7 |
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7 |
Free |
* |
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9 |
$32 |
$38 |
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13 |
$5 |
$7 |
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16 |
$32 |
$38 |
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20 & 21 |
Free |
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22 |
Free |
* |
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23 |
$265 |
$285 |
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23 |
$32 |
$38 |
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24 |
$26 |
$33 |
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25 |
$26 |
$33 |
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March |
Student |
Faculty/Staff |
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1–3 |
$106 |
$137 |
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7 |
Free |
* |
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9 |
$29 |
$35 |
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16–24 |
$350 |
$425 |
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27 |
$5 |
$7 |
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29–31 |
$235 |
$265 |
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29–31 |
$131 |
$170 |
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April |
Student |
Faculty/ Staff |
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3 |
$5 |
$7 |
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3, 7, 10, 14, 21, 28 |
$32 |
$42 |
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4 |
Free |
* |
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5–7 |
$59 |
$69 |
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6–7 |
$93 |
$109 |
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7 |
Free* |
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13 |
Free |
* |
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13 |
$26 |
$33 |
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14 |
Free* |
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16 |
$5 |
$7 |
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17 |
$5 |
$7 |
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20 |
Free |
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21 |
Free* |
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24 |
$5 |
$7 |
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27–28 |
$93 |
$109 |
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27, 5/4 |
$51 |
$66 |
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28 |
Free* |
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* $6 for non-members
Join us over the Easter break as we take the time to explore Spirit Mountain Cave located outside of Cody, WY. This natural (non-commercial) cave contains rooms as big as auditoriums and small constrictions where you go through on your belly. Come explore the depths of this special place with our experienced instructors. On our return, we'll swing by Thermopolis for a dip in the hot springs (participants have the option of the free pool or Star Plunge; admission to Star Plunge is not included). No prior caving experience necessary. Transportation, equipment, and most meals provided. Limit: ten participants.
Pre-trip meeting: Tuesday, March 26; 5–6 p.m.; Half Acre Conference Room, #112
Departure date: Friday, March 29
Return date: Sunday, March 31
Price: $131 students, $170 faculty/staff
The earth is composed of more than 70 percent water. Why not explore more of it? This comprehensive course is the first part to receive your lifetime open water diving certification from Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI). Upon completion of the course, students have twelve months to take the open water dive component (additional fees for open water certification dives). Course fees include instruction, Crew-Pack with manual, dive table, log book, DVD, and complimentary use of all gear for pool dives. Certain medical conditions may require a physician's approval (participants must complete the following health form prior to participating); participants must pass a swim test and practical skills test before moving on. Advanced homework must be completed before class, call or stop by for more information. Please bring a swimsuit and a towel. Limit: ten participants.
Registration deadline: Monday, Feb. 11
Course dates: Friday, Feb. 22, 7–9 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 23 & 24, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.; 202 Corbett (enter through the south east doors of Corbett on Sat. and Sun.).
Price: $265 students, $285 all faculty/staff
The climbing wall will be staffed for top-rope climbing and instruction during these hours (though the wall will remain open for bouldering). Climbers need to successfully (without prompting) pass an annual skills test prior to being able to top-rope at the wall. Individuals with no prior climbing experience, in need of a refresher, or unable to pass the skills-check may ask the climbing wall monitor for introductory climbing wall clinic. Clinics are offered the first hour of top-rope climbing hours (please show up promptly at 5 p.m.) and are limited to the first 8 climbers. You do not need to sign-up for this in advance.
Dates/times: Thursdays, Feb. 7, March 7, April 4; 5-7 p.m.
Price: free
Have you ever wanted to learn how to ice climb? This introductory trip will allow participants to experience waterfall ice and learn the special technique required to climb this medium. We can provide most participants with crampon-compatible boots, crampons and other ice-climbing equipment. Transportation and most other equipment will be provided. Prior rock-climbing experience and a very good level of physical fitness are necessary to participate. Limit: eight participants.
Trip I
Pre-trip meeting: Thursday, Feb. 7; 5–6 p.m.; Half Acre Conference Room, #112
Departure date: Saturday, Feb. 9 (very early departure time)
Trip II
Pre-trip meeting: Thursday, Feb. 14; 5–6 p.m.; Half Acre Conference Room, #112
Departure date: Saturday, Feb. 16 (very early departure time)
Trip III
Pre-trip meeting: Thursday, Feb. 21; 5–6 p.m.; Half Acre Conference Room, #112
Departure date: Saturday, Feb. 23 (very early departure time)
Price: $32 students, $38 faculty/staff
The Friday-night bouldering series (FNBS) is our fun, low-key competition series open to the community. New routes will be set for every competition for all abilities from beginner to advanced. Prizes will be awarded for top female and male finishers in four different categories (beginner, intermediate, advanced, and marathon), along with a general raffle for all participants. These comps will be a great way to get introduced to the competition arena. No pre-registration. Sponsored by Cross Country Connection, Organic Climbing, Atmosphere Mountainworks, and the Wyoming Conservation Corps. Time: 6-9 p.m., register onsite (participants must have a completed release each time to climb)
Date: Fridays, Jan. 25, Feb. 22; 6–9 p.m.
Price: free for Half Acre members, $6 for non-members
We will be hosting the regional final of the Collegiate Climbing Series (CCS) at the Half Acre climbing wall. The format is the same for the Friday Night Bouldering series of redpoint bouldering-only. Routes will be set for all ability levels. Competitors do not need to be CCS members UNLESS they would like to have this competition count towards CCS tracking points.
Date: Saturday, April 13, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Price: free for UW Students and Half Acre members, $6 for non-members
This two-part trip will head to the inspiring sandstone canyon country of southern Utah. The first half of the week we will be canyoneering (rappelling into and exploring two narrow slot canyons) in the Robber's Roost area. The second half of the trip will be dedicated to rock climbing on Potash Road, just outside of Moab, UT. This trip will also have the opportunity to visit Arches National Park. This is a must-do incredible spring break trip; no prior canyoneering or backpacking experience necessary, although a good level of physical fitness is important. Most meals and equipment provided. Limit: ten participants.
Pre-trip meeting: Tuesday, March 12, 5–6:30 p.m.; Half Acre Conference Room, #112
Departure date: Saturday, March 16
Return date: Saturday, March 23
Price: $350 students, $425 faculty/staff
This is a great way to learn how to climb at our premiere climbing spot just east of Laramie. Get a start in climbing or just freshen up your skills. Learn some helpful techniques from knowledgeable and friendly instructors. We will use the pre-trip meeting to go over the basics of climbing at the indoor wall; We will spend the whole day climbing on Saturday. Please come to the pre-trip meeting dressed to climb. No prior experience necessary. Climbing equipment, instruction, and transportation provided. Limit: ten participants.
Pre-trip meeting: Thursday, April 11; 5–7 p.m.; Half Acre Conference Room, #112
Departure date: Saturday, April 13
Price: $26 students, $33 faculty/staff
Sinks Canyon, located outside of Lander, WY is home to classic sport climbing. Join us for a fun-filled weekend of sport routes on some spectacular rock. Some prior climbing experience is necessary. Climbing gear, some meals (except one road meal), and transportation included. Limit: ten participants. Depending on weather there is a possibility that this trip with go to Shelf Road, located outside of Cañon City, Colorado. Limit: ten participants.
Pre-trip meeting: Thursday, April 4; 5–6 p.m.; Half Acre Conference Room, #112
Departure date: Saturday, April 6 (early morning departure)
Return date: Saturday, April 7
Price: $93 students, $109 faculty/staff
Women unite, and climb! This two-day rock climbing trip is exclusively for women; we'll head down to Shelf Road, CO for some awesome sport climbing, camping and all-women comradery. No prior camping or climbing experience necessary; transportation, instruction, most meals and equipment provided. Limit: ten participants.
Pre-trip meeting: Thursday, April 25, 5-6 p.m.; Half Acre Conference Room, #112
Departure date: Saturday, April 27 (early departure time)
Return date: Sunday, April 28
Price: $93 students, $109 faculty/staff
This is a must-do clinic for climbers! Learn how to place a plethora of gear for dissimilar anchors. Prior anchor-building skills are not necessary, although a solid foundation of climbing is. The clinic has two components: one classroom session and two single-day trips to Vedauwoo to practice skills. The second day has an option to place gear while on mock-lead, eventually working toward lead climbing gear placement. Harnesses, belay devices, and helmets are required, but they can be provided. The classroom session is mandatory for the day trips to Vedauwoo, please come ready to climb. Limit: 10 participants.
Classroom session: Tuesday, April 23; 6–8 p.m.; Half Acre, room 116 (Instruction and Training Room)
Departure dates: Saturdays, April 27 & May 4
Price: $51 students, $66 others
If you are interested in recreating in the backcountry in the winter, you won't want to miss out on the learning and experience provided by this National Ski Patrol Avalanche level I course. Taught by experienced and certified instructors, this course provides three classroom sessions and two field days for practicing skills. The curriculum covers snow science, beacon usage, rescue techniques, route selection, and stability tests. An avalanche book is included in the price of the course, but transportation to both field days is the responsibility of the students. The field days require excellent physical condition and experience in backcountry travel on skis or snowshoes. Limit: twenty participants.
Classroom Dates: Jan. 22, 24, and 29, 6-10 p.m., Half Acre, room 116 (Instruction and Training Room)
Field Session Dates: Jan. 26 & Feb. 2
Price: $41 students, $50 faculty/staff
This clinic is designed to introduce people to the use of avalanche rescue beacons. This classroom-only session provides instruction and practice with the use of a beacon. No prior field experience is required; it is recommended that participants receive additional training before using beacons in avalanche terrain; this clinic is only designed as an introduction to their use. Limit: ten participants.
Classroom session: Wednesday, Feb. 6; 5–8 p.m.; Half Acre, room 116 (Instruction and Training Room)
Price: $5 students, $7 faculty/staff
We will hike up along the ridgeline of Libby Creek canyon and break for lunch, overseeing a spectacular view of the Laramie Valley. The trail descends into Libby Creek and ties into Barber Lake Trail. The whole loop is roughly 5 miles with some moderate elevation gain. No prior snowshoeing experience is necessary. Transportation and equipment is provided. Limit: ten participants.
Pre-trip meeting: Thursday, Jan. 24; 5–6 p.m.; Half Acre, room 112 (conference room)
Departure date: Saturday, Jan. 26
Price: $26 student, $33 faculty/staff
Come with us to Lake Agnes, a beautiful high-mountain cirque north of Rocky Mountain National Park. We will spend part of the day out on a hike. The hiking will be on a 2.5-mile out-and-back trail gaining more than 1,000' in elevation. A good level of physical fitness is important. Limit: ten participants. Snowshoes and transportation provided.
Pre-trip meeting: Thursday, Jan. 31; 5–6 p.m.; Half Acre, room 112 (conference room)
Departure date: Saturday, Feb. 2
Price: $26 student, $33 faculty/staff
Join us for a spectacular opportunity to snowshoe under moonlit skies. We will head out in the evening on Monday and hopefully be in good position for the moonrise over the Laramie Range Mountains. Snowshoes, headlamps and transportation provided. No prior snowshoeing experience necessary, although you will need plenty of warm clothes! Limit: ten participants.
Departure date: Monday, Feb. 25, (Meeting time: 5 p.m.)
Price: $26 students, $33 faculty/staff
Focus on your technique and learn helpful tips to improve your skills. This clinic is taught by the UW Nordic Ski Team and is used as a fundraiser for the team. Typically there is a very low student to instructor ratio; there should be a lot of individualized instruction. All skill levels are encouraged to attend. Transportation and ski equipment provided. Limit: ten participants.
Pre-trip meeting: Tuesday, Feb. 19; 5–6 p.m.; Half Acre, room 112 (conference room)
Departure date: Saturday, Feb. 24
Price: $26 students, $33 faculty/staff
This introductory course will cover the basics of winter camping over a two-day period while staying in and near the Little Brooklyn Lake Guard Station. The pre-trip meeting will be used to introduce some basic concepts and ideas. Equipment, instruction, food, and transportation provided. Limit: eight participants.
Pre-trip meeting: Thursday, Feb. 28; 5-6 p.m.; Half Acre Rm. 112 (conference room)
Departure date: Friday, March 1
Return date: Sunday, March 3
Price: $106 student, $137 faculty/staff
It is strongly recommended that you participate in the Avalanche Rescue Beacon clinic or the Level I Avalanche class prior to this trip. The Snowies are home to awesome backcountry skiing! Come and explore some of it with us. An advanced level of skiing/snowboarding experience is required, and a very strong level of physical fitness is important. Participants will practice evaluating backcountry terrain and snowpack for avalanche potential and learn the importance of educated decisions. Backcountry skiing/snowboarding is dependent upon conditions, no guarantees will be made as to the safety of the snowpack; we may not be able to ski. Transportation and some equipment can be provided. Limit: eight participants.
Pre-trip meeting: Thursday, March 7; 5–7 p.m.; Half Acre Rm. 112 (conference room)
Departure date: Saturday, March 9
Price: $29 students, $35 all faculty/staff
Learn the fundamentals of waxing skis or snowboards from our ski technician Cindy Dywan. This clinic will cover some basic base prep before spending a majority of the time on base prep, wax selection, application, scraping and brushing. This clinic will not cover edge tuning or base repair. Limit: six participants.
Dates: Wednesdays, Jan. 23, 30 & Feb. 13, 6-8 p.m.; OP office
Price: $5 students, $7 faculty/staff
Two days of FREE, exciting mountain adventure and culture films! The Banff Film Festival, held annually in Banff, Alberta, draws films from all over the world. Shortly after the winners are announced, you see only the "Best of the Fest" as they tour the country and the world with the show. Do not miss this wonderful opportunity that usually costs $20 or more a ticket. This event is made possible by the generous support of the Student Activities Council and Cross Country Connection. Movies are not rated by the MPAA. The selected films for the show will be available here one week prior to the show. Please call for more information.
Dates: Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 20 & 21, 7 p.m.
Location: Arts & Sciences Auditorium
Price: Free
Learn the essentials of repairing your bike, and get a free tune-up. Taught by our bike shop mechanic Cindy Dywan, this series of clinics will cover basics and offer you a chance to tune your own bike (limit: one/person) with the help of our tools. Perfect for getting your bike ready for the spring; this clinic will cover fixing a flat to gear adjustments and many other things in between. Limit: ten participants.
Clinic I: Wednesday, March 27; 6–8:30 p.m.
This first clinic will teach you the anatomy and terminology of your bicycle, how to tell if a repair is needed, how to clean your bike, change a flat tire, and lube the chain.
Clinic II: Wednesday, April 3; 6–8:30 p.m.
It is recommended that you attend the first clinic to attend the second, but it is not required. In this clinic you will learn the difference between a cassette and a freewheel; and how to overhaul and adjust hubs, headsets, and bottom brackets.
Clinic III: Wednesday, April 17; 6–8:30 p.m.
Being able to stop is important. In this clinic you will learn about different types of braking systems and how to adjust them. Includes inspection of braking surfaces and brake pads.
Clinic IV: Wednesday, April 24; 6–8:30 p.m.
This final clinic will cover adjusting derailleur systems, also known as adjusting your gears. You will learn how to inspect your cables and housing, check derailleur alignment, and adjusting limit screws.
Location: OP Office
Price per clinic: $5 student, $7 faculty/staff
Sell your old gear or find some "new to you" gear! This bi-annual outdoor gear swap is one of our most popular programs. Below is more information depending upon if you are interested in buying or selling.
Buyers: there is no cost to attend the swap; buyers typically line-up at the door around 10:30 a.m. to gain entry (doors open at 11 a.m.). Local checks (with a valid ID) and cash are the only forms of acceptable payment; each check is made out directly to each seller you purchase from; you may be writing multiple checks depending upon how many items you purchase (therefore we prefer cash).
Sellers: We will sell your gear for you (and take 15 percent of each sale). Set your own prices and mark your own equipment during gear drop-off times ONLY; we can help with some pricing ideas. Sellers must pick-up money or gear that did not sell immediately after the swap during the gear pick-up time. We reserve the right to refuse equipment (examples include items that are too old, or not related to outdoor equipment).
Gear swap: Saturday, April 20; 11 a.m. –1 p.m.
Gear drop-off: Friday, April 19; 6–8 p.m. & Saturday, April 20; 8–10 a.m.
Gear pick-up: Saturday, April 20; 1-3 p.m.
Location: Yellowstone Ballroom, Wyoming Union
Join our instructors as they whip up some yummy camp food and share their favorite camp recipes with you. We'll focus on easy and fun backpacking food, as well as front-country Dutch oven cooking. Food included, so come hungry! Limit: fifteen participants.
Date: Tuesday, April 16, 6-8 p.m.; Half Acre, Rm. 116 (Instruction and Training Room)
Price: $5 students, $7 faculty/staff
(Please bring your Campus Express ID to Corbett)
These sessions are for individuals who have prior kayaking experience. There is no instruction available in the pool; you must know how to safely exit from a kayak before using the pool. Practice your kayaking technique or roll in Corbett pool. These popular sessions are a fun way to meet other boaters and just play around. Open to the community. Bring your own kayak. No advance registration required, just show up. The sessions are held at Corbett pool (enter thru the southeast doors only).
Dates: Sundays, April 7, 14, 21, 28; 4:30–6:30 p.m.
Price: Free for full-time students and active members of Half Acre, $6/person for nonmembers. (Please bring exact change to the pool, no credit cards accepted.)
Taught by seasoned kayakers, this comprehensive class is a great way to get started in this fun and challenging sport. Learn the roll, paddling and bracing techniques, river dynamics and terminology, swimming techniques, and river safety. The pool sessions will be used for practicing techniques, while the classroom sessions will be used to learn river dynamics and safety techniques. This class is a great value with eight hours of scheduled pool time, and four hours of classroom time. Upon successful completion of the class, participants should be knowledge enough to kayak on a class II river safely. Limit: eight participants. Participants must attend all sessions.
Class dates: Wednesdays, April 3, 10; 6–8 p.m.; Half Acre Conference Room, Rm. 112
Pool session dates: Sundays, April 7, 14, 21, 28; 7–9 p.m.; Corbett pool (southeast entrance only)
Price: $32 students, $42 faculty/staff
If you spend time in the backcountry, you need to be prepared for whatever emergency may come your way. This class will teach you everything from patient assessment and trauma care to wilderness-specific injuries to hazards and protocol. With a hands-on approach, this class will complement any experience you may already have in the outdoors. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a two-year certification through the American Red Cross in Wilderness and Remote First Aid, and a two-year certification in Adult CPR with AED. Limit: 20 participants. Price includes textbooks. Please come prepared to go outside multiple times each day.
Classroom sessions: Friday, April 5, 6-10 p.m., Saturday & Sunday, April 6-7, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Half Acre, Rm. 116 (Instruction and Training Room)
Price: $59 students, $69 faculty/staff
This 3-day scenario-based course is designed as review and practice of evacuation and decision making guidelines. It also provides current updates in the wilderness medicine field. There will be a written examination at the beginning of this course. Prepare for your course with these online resources. Participants are required to pass both written and practical examinations to obtain WFR and CPR recertification. Successful course completion earns you a WMI Adult & Child CPR certification and a WMI Wilderness First Responder certification. WEMTs will earn a Wilderness EMT certification. All certifications are current for two years.
Learning takes place both in the classroom and in outdoor settings regardless of weather conditions. Come prepared for wet, muddy, cold or hot environments.
Prerequisites: You must possess a current WFR certification of at least 70 hours to recertify through a WFR Recertification course. It is your responsibility to make sure that your certification meets this standard. If you are unsure, please contact WMI before enrolling in a course. WMI certifications will be afforded a one-year grace period within which to recertify. This course will also recertify those who hold a valid WEMT (wilderness portion only) or WAFA certification. We ask WMI certified students to bring their certification card to the course so that the instructor can verify the expiration date. Students certified by any other organization are REQUIRED to submit a photocopy of their certification card on the first day of the course. Please note: We cannot issue you a new card until we have verified your previous training.
Limit: 30 participants. This course is open to the general public.
Location: Corbett Building, Rm. 202
Dates: March 29-31 (check-in at 7:45 a.m. on Friday, 8-5 p.m. all other days)
Price: $235 UW students, $265 all others
