First Aid
Access practical guides on essential first aid techniques, from packing your emergency kits to treating a wide range of common injuries and unexpected medical emergencies. Grounded in our team's deep experience, these resources provide clear, step-by-step instructions for staying prepared and responding effectively at home, in the workplace, or outdoors.
Sacramento Workplace First Aid: Cal/OSHA Heat Illness Prevention on the Job
As summer temperatures in Sacramento regularly push past 100 degrees, heat-related illnesses become a critical hazard for many workplaces. Failing…
Wilderness First Aid For Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke
Updated June 2026 // This article is based on current wilderness medicine guidance, including the Wilderness Medical Society Clinical Practice…
How to Treat a Burn in the Wilderness: A WFA First Aid Guide
Updated June 2026. Reviewed for consistency with current wilderness burn care guidance. Burns are common outdoors. They can happen while…
The Outdoor Season: Essential Skills for the Trail and the Backyard
When the Northern California foothills trade their winter brown for vibrant green, the shift is immediate. Suddenly, Saturday mornings are…
The Outdoor Guide to Treating Strains and Sprains
Whether you are navigating a rocky trail, playing a pickup game at the park, or just working on a weekend…The 2026 Workplace First Aid & CPR Checklist
Ensuring your team is trained, equipped, and ready for the year ahead. As we begin 2026, many Northern California safety…
Avoiding and Treating Cold Illnesses and Injuries
By Ted Lenzie When we think of cold illness and injuries, most people picture severe hypothermia or deep frostbite. In…
A Guide to Recognizing and Treating Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction that requires immediate action. In the moments following exposure to an allergen, knowing…Wilderness Wisdom: Hypothermia Reference Guide for Northern California Adventurers
Winter in Northern California can be breathtaking — the sun glinting off Lake Tahoe’s snow-covered slopes, fog weaving through the…Rattlesnake Bites in the Wilderness: What You Need to Know
Rattlesnakes are part of the backcountry landscape across much of North America, and their bites are the most common serious…
