Boy Scouts Of America Wilderness First Aid Manual

Recognizing the lack of a national standard for wilderness first aid, The Boy Scouts of America formed a Task Force consisting of wilderness medicine specialists, medical epidemiologists, legal expertise, and educators to develop a curriculum and doctrine for a 16 hour wilderness first aid (WFA) course. Buck Tilton was the lead author of this project. As author he had to amalgamate the results of the literature research performed by the Task Force and through multiple revisions until this final product was developed. The Task Force is indebted to Buck for his hours of dedication to the project. Persons taking this course will have an appreciation of how wilderness first aid differs from standard, urban fist aid. Many readers will want to learn more about this fascinating and critical skill needed by all outdoor travelers. Some will be inspired to continue their education with a wilderness first responder course. This book contains the full doctrine that the Task Force approved. It provides a portable resource for use in the field as well as a text for the WFA course. It will be your introduction to the basic skills and knowledge all wilderness travelers should possess.

The Wilderness First Aid Field Guide Is A User-Friendly, Pocket-Sized Guide Based On The Latest First Aid And CPR Guidelines. This Durable And Water-Resistant Resource Features: Essential Information For When Medical Help Is More Than One Hour Away; How To Signal For Help, When To Evacuate, And Recommended First Aid Supplies; “What To Look For” And “What To Do” Tables For Injuries And Illnesses; Prevention Advice Ranging From Altitude Illness And Bear Attacks To Lightning Strikes And Tick Bites; Heat Index And Wind Chill Charts; And Quick Access To Contents Using An A-Z Format. The Wilderness First Aid Field Guide Meets And Exceeds The Wilderness First Aid Curriculum Of The Boy Scouts Of America.

Whether you are an avid outdoors person or would simply like some survival knowledge just in case you need it, The Complete Wilderness Training Book teaches you all the skills necessary for living off the land -- even in the most adverse conditions. Illustrated with more than 950 color photographs and illustrations, including many step-by-step sequences, The Complete Wilderness Training Book offers an unparalleled understanding of the outdoors. It contains hundreds of specific techniques for staying warm and dry, obtaining food and water, traveling and getting help, including making a foliage bed, testing plants for poison, making a compass, splinting a broken arm, and surviving a blizzard. During his 16 years in the British Army, Hugh McManners served as a paratrooper and combat-survival instructor. Here he shares with you the knowledge that has meant the difference between life and death for him on a number of occasions.

In Scouting’s Guide to First Aid, current Scouts, Scout alumni, and readers interested in the outdoors are provided with time-tested advice on how to safely identify, harvest, and use edible wild plants. Some practical tips include: How to triage, assess, and identify medical emergencies What to include in a first aid kit for your home When to seek help for health emergencies How to safely move a sick or injured person How to perform CPR and use an automatic external defibrillator What the proper procedures are for broken bones, hypothermia, burns, and sprains And so much more! Since 1910, the Boy Scouts of America has helped build the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun. The BSA is committed to training youth in responsible citizenship, character development, and self-reliance through participation in a wide range of outdoor activities.

Step back in time and discover the foundations of scouting with the first edition of the "Boy Scouts Handbook," published by the Boy Scouts of America in 1911. This iconic handbook lays the groundwork for scouting principles and practices that have guided generations of young adventurers. As you delve into the pages of this historic handbook, you'll uncover a wealth of timeless wisdom and practical advice for outdoor living, survival skills, and character development. From knot tying to campfire cooking, each chapter is packed with essential knowledge for scouts of all ages. But here's the fascinating question that will pique your curiosity: What insights can we glean from the early days of scouting, and how have scouting principles evolved over time? Explore the origins of scouting and discover how its values continue to shape the lives of young people around the world. Delve into the rich history of scouting as the Boy Scouts of America share their vision for building character, instilling leadership, and fostering a spirit of service. Through anecdotes, illustrations, and practical tips, experience the spirit of adventure and camaraderie that defines the scouting movement. Are you ready to embark on a journey through the early days of scouting and uncover the timeless principles that continue to inspire scouts today? Immerse yourself in the wisdom of the "Boy Scouts Handbook," first edition, and rediscover the joys of outdoor exploration, self-reliance, and community service. Let the spirit of scouting ignite your passion for adventure and discovery. Join the ranks of scouts past and present who have embraced the values of scouting and carried its principles into their lives. Start your journey with the first edition of the "Boy Scouts Handbook" today! Experience the legacy of scouting firsthand. Purchase your copy of the first edition of the "Boy Scouts Handbook" now and discover the timeless wisdom that continues to inspire scouts of all ages.

Published in cooperation with the Wilderness Medical Society, this text is the definitive and essential wilderness first aid book. Ideal for use in the field and in class, this text tells how to ident

2 books in 1 at a value price! Be Prepared! Time-tested advice on emergency preparedness. An official publication of the Boy Scouts of America! Each year hundreds of outdoor enthusiasts find themselves in an unexpected outdoor emergency. They get lost, injured, or stranded. Cut off from the rest of the world, they have to depend upon their survival skills to survive. For most people, thanks to modern communications such as cell phones, satellite messengers, and personal locator beacons (PLB), it is merely a sobering two- or three-hour adventure. However, for some who did not take the proper precautions before they left home or do not have survival skills, it can end in tragedy. The Scout's Handbook for Wilderness Survival and First Aid offers practical advice to help with: Building a fire Purifying water Identifying common edible plants and mushrooms Signaling for help Building simple shelters Practical navigation skills Treating wounds Responding in a medical emergency And so much more! Since 1910, the Boy Scouts of America has helped build the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun. The BSA is committed to training youth in responsible citizenship, character development, and self-reliance through participation in a wide range of outdoor activities.

In Scouting’s Guide to Tracking, current Scouts, Scout alumni, and readers interested in the outdoors are provided with time-tested advice on how to track big and small animals over different types of terrain. Some practical tips include: How to determine the age of tracks in any circumstance How to recognize the distinctive marks of dozens of different species How to track in desert, forest, snow, and grassy areas How to identify instances when an animal has circled around or backtracked Stalking techniques such as cold hunting, camouflaging, and using the stump method How time and weather affect signs And so much more! Since 1910, the Boy Scouts of America has helped build the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun. The BSA is committed to training youth in responsible citizenship, character development, and self-reliance through participation in a wide range of outdoor activities.

Primeros Auxilios en Lugares Remotos is the Spanish Edition of the Emergency Care & Safety Institute’s Wilderness First Aid course. Primeros Auxilios en Lugares Remotos, 4a edición, proporciona información sobre cómo manejar las lesiones y enfermedades comunes cuando la atención médica está distante a una hora o más de tiempo. Diseñado para aquellos que trabajan o viajan en lugares remotos, esta guía completa le enseñará lo que debe buscar y qué hacer en caso de una emergencia, y le dirigirá hacia el tipo más adecuado de atención. Completamente revisada, la cuarta edición contiene información actualizada sobre la formación en primeros auxilios y contiene los lineamientos 2010 en reanimación cardiopulmonar (RCP) y atención cardiovascular de emergencia (ECC). El texto también incluye: • Amplia información acerca de emergencias tanto en climas cálidos como en fríos • Lineamientos actualizados para tratar emergencias por mordedura de serpientes • Nueva información sobre el manejo de emergencias en personas diabéticas • Revisiones visuales paso a paso de procedimientos descritos para fortalecer el desarrollo de habilidades (destrezas) • Diagramas de flujo que apoyan en el proceso de toma de decisiones y procedimientos adecuados • Tablas de decisión que proporcionan un breve resumen de los signos que los socorristas deben buscar y las medidas de tratamiento que deben tomar • Excepcionales fotografías e ilustraciones