MOFA - Olympia - October 2016

First Aid Course

MOFA

Fall Mountaineering Oriented First Aid - Olympia. Classes 8am to 4:30/ 5pm Sat/Sun Oct 1/2 and Sat/Sun Oct 15/16. 2016. Griffin Fire Dept Headquarters. 3707 Steamboat Loop NW, Olympia, WA 98502

MOFA is a 32 hour course offering essential safety and first aid skills and CPR for those who enjoy climbing, hiking, and other wilderness activities. All course materials including the Mountaineering First Aid Book are included with the class.   Do not order separately when you register. This class satisfies requirements for Basic Climbing, Alpine Scrambles, and Leadership courses. The MOFA certificate is good for three years. MOFA builds prevention and basic first aid skills using the Seven Steps and Medic First Aid to help you effectively respond to trail emergencies with the gear you carry. Hands-on outdoor practice with your gear is a key part of the class. You'll respond to scenarios based on actual mountaineering incidents and instructor experiences. Outdoor practice happens rain or shine, so be ready with clothes and a pack ready for a day on the trail. Include extra clothing, trekking poles, your current first aid kit and the rest of your 10 Essentials. Come prepared to have fun and be challenged while learning MOFA.  Refreshing Olympia students may signup at half price, Olympia leaders with 2 activity leads or more in the last 12 months are free.  Contact course chair for details.