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How to Perform CPR: A Step-by-Step Guide
Updated July 2026 // This article is based on current American Red Cross guidelines. CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) can save a life during cardiac arrest by keeping blood flowing to the brain and vital organs when the heart stops beating effectively. However, even if you have taken a class, remembering the exact steps in a high-stress emergency can be a challenge.…
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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…
wilderness medicine
Wild Horses & Wilderness Safety: Meet Lisa Rani
The dust settles on a long, remote dirt road, miles from the nearest town. For lifelong photographer Lisa, this is…
River and Stream Crossing Considerations for Hikers and Backpackers
By Ted Lenzie As spring arrives, mountain snowpack begins to melt, causing rivers and streams to run deep, cold, and…
Everything You Need to Know About Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Courses & Certification
When you explore the remote landscapes of Northern California, the distance between you and the nearest hospital can be measured…
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…
Workplace Safety & CPR for Business
The Field, the Gym, and the Clock: Why Sacramento Schools are Rethinking Athletic Safety
In a high school gym or on a middle school soccer field, “seconds count” isn’t just a cliché—it’s the reality…
Lifeguard & Aquatic Safety
5 Lifeguard Interview Tips – Get the job you want!
A lifeguard job interview is just the beginning of one of the most fun, rewarding and profitable summer jobs that a…
New Safety Training Pros Video
We’ve been working hard on creating some new videos for your viewing pleasure and we’ll be rolling them out soon.…