This course is conducted in English. Our NOLS wilderness medicine instructors teach all over the world and are often bilingual. They will endeavour to support you however they can.

475 USD (456.25 EUR) per person (VAT excluded). Included in the course fee are the NOLS Wilderness Medicine Wilderness Handbook, a patient assessment bandana, CPR certification, the internationally recognised NOLS Wilderness Medicine WFR/ WAFA certification, and Epinephrine auto-injector certification.

This course is structured around scenario-based learning and review, as well as practical skills sessions and case study discussions. You are required to complete both written and practical testing to successfully recertify on this course. The course begins with a written multiple-choice test. To achieve a passing score (70%) on the written multiple-choice exam, you must review previous course materials. Please come prepared!

Check the following web page for information and resources on how to best prepare for your course:

https://nols.edu/en/resources/wilderness-medicine-resources/

All participants will learn by taking turns being “patients” and “rescuers” each day. We use fake blood to make the scenarios more realistic. The fake blood is washable, but you might have to wash twice.

Please register by selecting the “Register for this course button”.

Full payment is needed to confirm your reservation for the course. You may select your preferred payment method (bank transfer or credit card) on our registration form. Kindly read our cancellation policies below before you sign up. Once we have received your course fee we will email you a receipt and a course confirmation.

Do read the Student Agreement before signing up: http://www.nols.edu/en/filer/public/1481655159/906/

*There is no need to sign and send it in. We have physical forms you can sign at the course start.

All students are required to submit a photocopy of their WAFA or WFR certification card by the first day of the course. This course is open to WAFAs and WFRs from any organisation where a WAFA was at least 40 hours and a WFR was at least 70 hours. It is your responsibility to make sure your WAFA/ WFR certification meets this standard. If you are unsure, please contact NOLS Wilderness Medicine before enrolling in a course and review the recertification portion of our website: https://www.nols.edu/en/courses/wilderness-medicine/recertify/

If you hold a current WFR certification from any other wilderness medicine organisation with less than a 70-hour certification, you will receive a letter of course completion in lieu of a NOLS Wilderness Medicine WFR certification. This letter of completion may allow you to recertify with your original certifying organization. You must contact that organisation prior to your NOLS Wilderness Medicine course to ensure that our course will meet their requirements for recertification.

If a student cancels or withdraws from a course:

• Greater than or equal to 30 days prior to the course starting date, Crossing Latitudes will retain an administrative fee of EUR 145

• Within 30 days of the course start date: Crossing Latitudes will retain an administrative fee of EUR 290.

• Once the course has begun, there will be no refund

If Crossing Latitudes or NOLS Wilderness Medicine must cancel the course, you will receive a full refund.

We highly recommend that you protect yourself by buying travel insurance. Crossing Latitudes or NOLS Wilderness Medicine are not responsible for any expenses other than the course fee in case of cancellation or withdrawal.

Accommodation is not included in your course fee. Flåm Camping & Hostel https://www.flaam-camping.no/ supports our courses and they offer both private and shared rooms, and great cabins. There is a comfortable common room and well-equipped kitchen available where you can socialise with other participants and cook your meals. Grocery stores and restaurants are within 10 minutes’ walk from the campground. The Flåm Camping & Hostel is only 10-15 minutes’ walk from our classroom.

If booking with them, do mention that you are taking a NOLS WFR course, and you will receive a discount on rooms and cabins. No discount is given for pitching a tent at the Campground. There is no discount if you book on booking.com or other similar websites.

Meals are not included in the course fee. Flåm Camping & Hostel’s accommodation options are associated with full kitchen/cooking facilities. There are several cafes, restaurants, and meal trucks in town. Students often choose to bring a packed lunch with them and cook dinner together.

Flåm is a 335 km drive to Oslo (via the RV 50/R7) and is 166 km from Bergen. Make sure you have a car that drives well on winter roads. You will have to drive over some high mountain passes to reach Flåm. The views are spectacular, but the roads can be challenging.

Take the Bergen Railway between Oslo and Bergen to Myrdal station and change there for the Flåm Railway. The Bergen Railway crosses the Hardangervidda (Hardanger Plateau), 1237 meters above sea level, and is one of the most spectacular main railway lines in Europe. This has repeatedly been named one of the world's finest journeys.

https://www.vy.no/

There are several busses to Flåm. The “Sogn bus” has several daily departures and takes approx. 3 hours from Bergen to Flåm. You can find the correct bus route from your departure point to Flåm at NOR-WAY express bus

http://www.nor-way.no/

There are also buses from Oslo and these are often less expensive than the train.

The Norled Express Boat departs once daily from Bergen to Flåm. The departure is from Bergen Strandkai Terminal at around 08:00 and the return from Flåm around 15.30. The trip takes approximately five and a half hours.

https://www.norled.no/en/

• Dynamic instructors with lots of backcountry and first aid experience

• Lots of time outside with realistic scenarios

• Daily feedback from our instructors

• Intense AND rewarding days

• A written and a practical exam at the end of the course that we will do everything we can to help you develop the skills to perform well. You need to pass both the written and the practical tests to receive NOLS Wilderness Medicine international WFR certification.

• A curriculum that is evidence-based, not just copied out of a textbook. We teach wilderness medicine practices and protocols that are supported by a physician-based medical advisory panel and disseminated by our curriculum director. This means you're getting the latest findings and protocols in the industry.

• That you are on time each day

• Come prepared each morning, ready to learn and participate. Revision and practice in the evenings will set you up for success.

• We hope that you will speak up when you need help, do not understand, or have any concerns.

• Be respectful of other participants and our staff – both in the classroom and during our scenarios outside. We do not accept any kind of harassment.

• We ask that all participants’ cell phones and computers will be turned off during class time.

• Smoking, alcohol and/or recreational drugs are not allowed during the course hours.

• Pets are not allowed at the classroom or scenario sites during course hours. Any student bringing pets to class will be asked to leave class until the pet is safely situated in a kennel or other facility – unless it is a service dog. If you have a service dog, please email us before signing up.

NOLS Wilderness Medicine will bring medical equipment and outdoor gear for setting up realistic scenarios.

Expect the best but be prepared for the worst! We will be outside each day even if it rains, snows or storms. Having quality clothing and equipment is important. Come to class each morning prepared to be both inside and outside. You need a medium sized backpack for your personal extra clothing and the First Aid gear that we will provide each day. Your backpack will be used every day in the scenarios.

Packing for class (in your backpack):

• Waterproof jacket and trousers

• Extra wool or synthetic socks

• Hat, gloves, mittens, neck warmer, buff or scarf

• Headlamp with extra batteries

• Sunglasses, Water bottle

• Protective eyewear (sunglasses and /or clear glasses)

• Indoor shoes or sandals

• Note pad, pens, or pencils, Water bottle, Tea/coffee mug.

Suggested Equipment List:

• Underwear

• Synthetic or wool tops and bottoms

• Warm sweaters or fleece jackets

• Quick drying outdoors pants and tops

• Casual clothing for the evenings

• Waterproof jacket and trousers

• Warm socks

• Regular socks

• Outdoor shoes/boots

• Indoor shoes

• Hat, gloves, mittens, neck warmer/scarf

• Exercise clothing (if you want to exercise)

• Headlamp with extra batteries

• Note pad and pens

• Sunglasses, water bottle, mug, toiletries

• Adaptor(s) for your electronics (if needed)

NOLS Wilderness Medicine is proud to be a Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (CECBEMS) accredited organization. Current EMTs are eligible to receive 18 hours CEU hours for their NOLS Wilderness Medicine WFR Recert course. Please bring a photocopy of your current EMT card(s) with you to your course.

950 USD (911.92 EUR) per person (VAT excluded).

The course fee includes a 30-page NOLS Wilderness Medicine handout, a bandana with the patient assessment, equipment used during the course, CPR certification, the internationally recognised NOLS Wilderness Medicine certification and Epinephrine auto-injector certification.

This course is taught in English.

This course combines theoretical lectures with hands-on sessions to train practical skills. Each day is a mix of classroom, skills sessions, scenarios, and case studies. There is both a written & practical exam at the end of the course.

All participants will be learn by taking turns being “patients” and “rescuers” each day. We use fake blood to make the scenarios more realistic. The fake blood is washable, but you might have to wash twice.

Please register by selecting the “Register for this course button”. Full payment is needed to confirm your reservation for the course. You may select your preferred payment method (bank transfer or credit card) on our registration form. Kindly read our cancellation policies below before you sign up. Once we have received your course fee we will email you a receipt and a course confirmation.

Do read the Student Agreement before signing up: http://www.nols.edu/en/filer/public/1481655159/906/

*There is no need to sign it and send this document in. We have physical forms you can sign at the course start.

If a student cancels or withdraws from a course:

• Greater than or equal to 30 days prior to the course starting date, Crossing Latitudes will retain an administrative fee equal to 25% of the course fee.

• Within 30 days of the course start date, Crossing Latitudes will retain an administrative fee equal to 50% of the course fee.

• Once the course has begun, there will be no refund

If Crossing Latitudes or NOLS Wilderness Medicine must cancel the course, you will receive a full refund.

We highly recommend that you protect yourself by buying travel insurance. Crossing Latitudes or NOLS Wilderness Medicine are not responsible for any expenses other than the course fee in case of cancellation or withdrawal.

Lodging is not included in your course fee. We recommend that you book a bed at STF Abisko Turiststation hostel or a room in their hotel (this is also where our classroom is located). You can also book a cabin (4-6 beds) at the STF Abisko Turiststation. Let us know if you are interested in sharing a cabin and we can connect you with others who are interested. You can find more information about lodging at https://www.swedishtouristassociation.com/facilities/stf-abisko-turiststation/ 

STF Abisko Turiststation, is the STF’s northernmost station and is situated in Abisko National Park, 250 km north of the Arctic Circle. The resort is surrounded by Lapporten’s (The Lapponian Gate’s) characteristic U-shaped silhouette, the Abisko Mountain Range with Mount Nuolja and Torneträsk Lake.

There are other B&B’s and guesthouses in the community of Abisko that you are welcome to stay at.  

Meals are not included in your course fee. STF Abisko Turiststation has a restaurant named Kungsleden which serves a buffet breakfast, fika, lunch, and dinner. They recommend that you pre-order your meals. Their hours vary by season. There is also a fully equipped kitchen for self-catering. The kitchen is shared with other guests.

By road from Kiruna: take the E10 road towards Narvik for 100 km. Drive through Abisko village and after 2 km turn right at the sign “Abisko Turiststation”.

By road from Norway, Narvik: take the E10 road towards Luleå. Cross the Norwegian – Swedish border and continue for about 40 km, then turn left at the sign “Abisko Turiststation”.

Rental car companies in Kiruna, Sweden and Narvik/ Harstad, Norway include www.avis.se, www.budget.se, www.europcar.se, www.hertz.se, www.sixt.se.

By Swedish rail, take VY which stops daily at "Abisko Turiststation". The train station, which has no staff onsite, is close to STF Abisko Mountain Station, a 5 minute walking distance to reception. For timetables and prices visit https://www.vy.se/en

The closest airports are Kiruna (Sweden) and Narvik - Evenes (Norway). Flights are operated by SAS www.sas.se and Norwegian www.norwegian.se

Transfer from/to Kiruna, Sweden Airport:

Visit Abisko
www.visitabisko.com
Phone: +46 980 40037

Regular bus service:
Route 91, Länstrafiken i Norrbotten
www.ltnbd.se
Phone: +46 771 100 110

Taxi Kiruna
www.taxikiruna.se
Phone: +46 980 12020

Transfer from/to Evenes Airport (Narvik), Norway:

Airport coach:
Evenes - Narvik bus station
www.flybussen.no/en/Narvik.

Onward to/from Abisko:

Visit Abisko www.visitabisko.com
Phone: +46 980 40037

By train, SJ
www.sj.se
Phone: +46 771 757 575

Regular bus service:
Route 91, Länstrafiken i Norrbotten
www.ltnbd.se
Phone: +46 771 100 110

Narvik Taxi
www.narviktaxi.no
Phone:+47 075 50

• Dynamic instructors with lots of backcountry and first aid experience

• Lots of time outside with realistic scenarios

• Daily feedback from our instructors

• Intense AND rewarding days

• A written and a practical exam at the end of the course that we will do everything we can to help you develop the skills to perform well. You need to pass both the written and the practical tests to receive NOLS Wilderness Medicine international WFR certification.

• A curriculum that is evidence-based, not just copied out of a textbook. We teach wilderness medicine practices and protocols that are supported by a physician-based medical advisory panel and disseminated by our curriculum director. This means you're getting the latest findings and protocols in the industry.

• That you are on time each day

• Come prepared each morning, ready to learn and participate. Revision and practice in the evenings will set you up for success.

• We hope that you will speak up when you need help, do not understand, or have any concerns.

• Be respectful of other participants and our staff – both in the classroom and during our scenarios outside. We do not accept any kind of harassment.

• We ask that all participants’ cell phones and computers will be turned off during class time.

• Smoking, alcohol and/or recreational drugs are not allowed during the course hours.

• Pets are not allowed at the classroom or scenario sites during course hours. Any student bringing pets to class will be asked to leave class until the pet is safely situated in a kennel or other facility – unless it is a service dog. If you have a service dog, please email us before signing up.

NOLS Wilderness Medicine will bring medical equipment and outdoor gear for setting up realistic scenarios.

Expect the best but be prepared for the worst! The weather in Abisko, north of the Arctic Circle can be extreme and changeable in the spring. We will be outside each day even if it rains, snows or storms. Having quality clothing and equipment is important. Come to class each morning prepared to be both inside and outside. You need a medium sized backpack for your personal extra clothing and the First Aid gear that we will provide each day. Your backpack will be used every day in the scenarios.

Packing for class (in your backpack):

• Waterproof jacket and trousers

• Extra wool or synthetic socks

• Hat, gloves, mittens, neck warmer, buff or scarf

• Headlamp with extra batteries

• Sunglasses, Water bottle

• Protective eyewear (sunglasses and /or clear glasses)

• Indoor shoes or sandals

• Note pad, pens, or pencils, Water bottle, Tea/coffee mug.

Suggested Equipment List:

• Underwear

• Synthetic or wool tops and bottoms

• Warm sweaters or fleece jackets

• Quick drying outdoors pants and tops

• Casual clothing for the evenings

• Windproof jacket and trousers

• Warm socks

• Regular socks

• Winter shoes/boots

• Indoor shoes

• Hat, gloves, mittens, neck warmer/scarf

• Balaclava, facemask, goggles

• Exercise clothing (if you want to exercise)

• Headlamp with extra batteries

• Note pad and pens

• Sunglasses, water bottle, mug, toiletries

• Adaptor(s) for your electronics (if needed)

This course is taught in English.

USD $1400.00 per person (VAT excluded). Your tuition covers the NOLS Wilderness Medicine Medical Handbook, the NOLS Wilderness Medicine textbook, a bandana with the patient-assessment, equipment used during the course, CPR & Epinephrine certifications and NOLS Wilderness Medicine international 2-year WFR certification. The textbook will be sent to you once you sign up. Food & Lodging is not included in the course fee.

This course combines theoretical lectures with hands-on sessions to train practical skills. Each day is a mix of classroom, skills sessions, scenarios, and case studies. There is a written & practical exam at the end of the course.

All participants will be learn by taking turns being “patients” and “rescuers” each day. We use fake blood to make the scenarios more realistic. The fake blood is washable, but you might have to wash twice.

Please register by selecting the “Register for this course button”.

Full payment is needed to confirm your reservation for the course. You may select your preferred payment method (bank transfer or credit card) on our registration form. Kindly read our cancellation policies below before you sign up. Once we have received your course fee we will email you a receipt and a course confirmation.

Do read the Student Agreement before signing up: http://www.nols.edu/en/filer/public/1481655159/906/

*There is no need to sign and send it in. We have physical forms you can sign at the course start.

If we have not received 15 participants by 25 May 2025 the WFR course might be cancelled. Please sign up in advance.

If a student cancels or withdraws from a course:

• Greater than or equal to 30 days prior to the course starting date, Crossing Latitudes will retain an administrative fee of USD 350

• Within 30 days of the course start date, Crossing Latitudes will retain an administrative fee of USD 700.

• Once the course has begun, there will be no refund.

If Crossing Latitudes or NOLS Wilderness Medicine must cancel the course, you will receive a full refund.

We highly recommend that you protect yourself by buying travel insurance. Crossing Latitudes or NOLS Wilderness Medicine are not responsible for any expenses other than the course fee in case of cancellation or withdrawal.

Accommodation is not included in the course fee. It is strongly recommended that you stay on site or nearby for your convenience. The days will be long and require a lot of energy, and you may want to study in the evenings.

There are dormitories at the IOEF training center. The IOEF has graciously given us a discount for this course, booking accommodations with the IOEF will cost around 500 New Taiwan Dollars (NTD) (approximately USD$15.50) per night. Do let us know if you are interested in accommodation at the IOEF Training Center.

The IOEF has plenty of 10 person dorms, all with bathroom/shower facilities. Laundry facilities are for the IOEF staff but can be provided by request if needed. 

Parking is available on-site.

For other accommodation options:

There is also a "leisure farm" (glamping) about 11 minutes’ drive away and a few motel/hotel options in Xinfeng, which is about 15 minutes’ drive away for those with cars. 

Meals are not included in the course fee. Do note that kitchen facilities are not available, but you may bring your own backpacking stove and pot should you wish to cook. There is a microwave available for use if you ask. Filtered water is available on-site.

A short walk from our course site there is a 7-11 store. They have hot ready-made meals and a small grocery section as well. About 10-15 minutes’ walk away there are several restaurants and larger grocery stores.

If you fly to Taipei, we suggest that you take the train to Xinfeng. From Xinfeng, a taxi will take approximately 15-20 minutes to the International Outdoor Education Federation (IOEF), Training Center in Taoyuan City.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/bDr3vBYGTi57eGT88

For people flying into Taoyuan airport, the IOEF can also help arrange a shared private van. Do inform us if you are interested in this option when registering and the IOEF will support us in coordinating this.

The IOEF has experience helping international participants with the invitation letter for a visa. Many countries don’t require a visa if visiting for 90 days or less: do double check the following link to find out if your country is eligible for the visa exempt status: https://www.boca.gov.tw/cp-149-4486-7785a-2.html

If you require a visa, indicate this to us after you sign up for the course. Together with the IOEF, we will be in touch with you to ensure you receive an invitation letter to facilitate your visa application.

The course is pre-approved for three (3) semester hour credits through the University of Utah at a cost. If interested, please email info@crossinglatitudes.com pre-course. NOLS Wilderness Medicine is proud to be a Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (CECBEMS) accredited organisation. Current EMTs are eligible to receive 70 CEU hours for their Wilderness First Responder courses. Please bring a photocopy of your current EMT card(s) with you.

• Dynamic instructors with lots of backcountry and first aid experience

• Lots of time outside with realistic scenarios

• Daily feedback from our instructors

• Intense AND rewarding days

• A written and a practical exam at the end of the course that we will do everything we can to help you develop the skills to perform well. You need to pass both the written and the practical tests to receive NOLS Wilderness Medicine international WFR certification.

• A curriculum that is evidence-based, not just copied out of a textbook. We teach wilderness medicine practices and protocols that are supported by a physician-based medical advisory panel and disseminated by our curriculum director. This means you're getting the latest findings and protocols in the industry.

• That you are on time each day

• Come prepared each morning, ready to learn and participate. Revision and practice in the evenings will set you up for success.

• We hope that you will speak up when you need help, do not understand, or have any concerns.

• Be respectful of other participants and our staff – both in the classroom and during our scenarios outside. We do not accept any kind of harassment.

• We ask that all participants’ cell phones and computers will be turned off during class time.

• Smoking, alcohol and/or recreational drugs are not allowed during the course hours.

• Pets are not allowed at the classroom or scenario sites during course hours. Any student bringing pets to class will be asked to leave class until the pet is safely situated in a kennel or other facility – unless it is a service dog. If you have a service dog, please email us before signing up.

NOLS Wilderness Medicine will bring medical equipment and outdoor gear for setting up realistic scenarios.

Expect the best but be prepared for the worst! July in Taiwan is hot and humid with frequent afternoon thunderstorms and occasional typhoons. Average low and high temperatures are 26 °C (78 °F) and 28 °C (83 °F), but temperature often hits 35 °C (95 °F) during the day. Having quality clothing and equipment is important. Come to class each morning prepared to be outside. You need a medium sized backpack for personal extra clothing and First Aid gear that we will provide each day.

• 1 sweater or a fleece jacket

• Rain jacket & Rain pants

• Extra socks

• Sunhat, umbrella and sunscreen.

• Headlamp with extra batteries (important for the night scenario)

• Sunglasses, water bottle and snacks

• Bug spray

• Closed-toe outdoor shoes

• T-shirts/ Sun-shirts

• Quick drying outdoor pants

• Indoor shoes or sandals,

• Note pad, pens or pencils

• Water bottle, snacks, and personal mug

• Camp chair (optional)

• Adaptors for electronics (see note below)

Adaptors for electronics: Taiwan uses the same electrical outlets as the United States: 3 to 2 prongs, 110 volt & 60 Hz.

If you plan to travel to the high mountains after the course, temperatures can get a lot lower than at around sea level where the course takes place. It is suggested you pack extra base layers, fleece jacket, down sweater, heavier rain jacket, long hiking pants, etc. if that is part of your plan.

This course is taught in English.

USD $350.00 (VAT excluded). Included in the course fee are the NOLS Wilderness Medicine Wilderness First Aid 30-page handout, First Aid Pocket Guide, a patient assessment bandana, NOLS Wilderness Medicine WFA & Epinephrine certification and CPR certification.

This course combines theoretical lectures with hands-on sessions to train practical skills. Each day is a mix of classroom, skills sessions, scenarios, and case studies. There are no written or practical exams on this course.

All participants will learn by taking turns being “patients” and “rescuers” each day. We use fake blood to make the scenarios more realistic. The fake blood is washable, but you might have to wash twice.

Please register by selecting the “Register for this course button”.

Full payment is needed to confirm your reservation for the course. You may select your preferred payment method (bank transfer or credit card) on our registration form. Kindly read our cancellation policies below before you sign up. Once we have received your course fee we will email you a receipt and a course confirmation.

Do read the Student Agreement before signing up: http://www.nols.edu/en/filer/public/1481655159/906/

*There is no need to sign and send it in. We have physical forms you can sign at the course start.

If we have not received 15 participants by 25 May 2025 the WFR course might be cancelled. Please sign up in advance.

If a student cancels or withdraws from a course:

• Greater than or equal to 30 days prior to the course starting date, Crossing Latitudes will retain an administrative fee of USD 150

• Within 30 days of the course start date, Crossing Latitudes will retain an administrative fee of USD 300.

• Once the course has begun, there will be no refund.

If Crossing Latitudes or NOLS Wilderness Medicine must cancel the course, you will receive a full refund.

We highly recommend that you protect yourself by buying travel insurance. Crossing Latitudes or NOLS Wilderness Medicine are not responsible for any expenses other than the course fee in case of cancellation or withdrawal.

Accommodation is not included in the course fee. It is strongly recommended that you stay on site or nearby for your convenience. The days will be long and require a lot of energy, and you may want to study in the evenings.

There are dormitories at the IOEF training center. The IOEF has graciously given us a discount for this course, booking accommodations with the IOEF will cost around 500 New Taiwan Dollars (NTD) (approximately USD$15.50) per night. Do let us know if you are interested in booking accommodation at the IOEF training center!

The IOEF has plenty of 10 person dorms, all with bathroom/shower facilities. Laundry facilities are for the IOEF staff but can be provided by request if needed. 

Parking is available on-site.

For other accommodation options:

There is also a "leisure farm" (glamping) about 11 minutes’ drive away and a few motel/hotel options in Xinfeng, which is about 15 minutes’ drive away for those with cars. 

Meals are not included in the course fee. Do note that kitchen facilities are not available, but you may bring your own backpacking stove and pot should you wish to cook. There is a microwave available for use if you ask. Filtered water is available on-site.

A short walk from our course site there is a 7-11 store. They have hot ready-made meals and a small grocery section as well. About 10-15 minutes’ walk away there are several restaurants and larger grocery stores.

If you fly to Taipei, we suggest that you take the train to Xinfeng. From Xinfeng, a taxi will take approximately 15-20 minutes to the International Outdoor Education Federation (IOEF), Training Center in Taoyuan City.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/bDr3vBYGTi57eGT88

For people flying into Taoyuan airport, the IOEF can also help arrange a shared private van. Do inform us if you are interested in this option when registering and the IOEF will support us in coordinating this.

The IOEF has experience helping international participants with the invitation letter for a visa. Many countries don’t require a visa if visiting for 90 days or less: do double check the following link to find out if your country is eligible for the visa exempt status: https://www.boca.gov.tw/cp-149-4486-7785a-2.html

If you require a visa, indicate this to us after you sign up for the course. Together with the IOEF, we will be in touch with you to ensure you receive an invitation letter to facilitate your visa application.

• Dynamic instructors with lots of backcountry and first aid experience

• Lots of time outside with realistic scenarios

• Daily feedback from our instructors

• Intense AND rewarding days

• A curriculum that is evidence-based, not just copied out of a textbook. We teach wilderness medicine practices and protocols that are supported by a physician-based medical advisory panel and disseminated by our curriculum director. This means you're getting the latest findings and protocols in the industry.

• That you are on time each day

• Come prepared each morning, ready to learn and participate. Revision and practice in the evenings will set you up for success.

• We hope that you will speak up when you need help, do not understand, or have any concerns.

• Be respectful of other participants and our staff – both in the classroom and during our scenarios outside. We do not accept any kind of harassment.

• We ask that all participants’ cell phones and computers will be turned off during class time.

• Smoking, alcohol and/or recreational drugs are not allowed during the course hours.

• Pets are not allowed at the classroom or scenario sites during course hours. Any student bringing pets to class will be asked to leave class until the pet is safely situated in a kennel or other facility – unless it is a service dog. If you have a service dog, please email us before signing up.

NOLS Wilderness Medicine will bring medical equipment and outdoor gear for setting up realistic scenarios.

Expect the best but be prepared for the worst! July in Taiwan is hot and humid with frequent afternoon thunderstorms and occasional typhoons. Average low and high temperatures are 26 °C (78 °F) and 28 °C (83 °F), but temperature often hits 35 °C (95 °F) during the day. Having quality clothing and equipment is important. Come to class each morning prepared to be outside. You need a medium sized backpack for personal extra clothing and First Aid gear that we will provide each day.

• 1 sweater or a fleece jacket

• Rain jacket & Rain pants

• Extra socks

• Sunhat, umbrella and sunscreen.

• Headlamp with extra batteries (important for the night scenario)

• Sunglasses, water bottle and snacks

• Bug spray

• Closed-toe outdoor shoes

• T-shirts/ Sun-shirts

• Quick drying outdoor pants

• Indoor shoes or sandals,

• Note pad, pens or pencils

• Water bottle, snacks, and personal mug

• Camp chair (optional)

• Adaptors for electronics (see note below)

Adaptors for electronics: Taiwan uses the same electrical outlets as the United States: 3 to 2 prongs, 110 volt & 60 Hz.

If you plan to travel to the high mountains after the course, temperatures can get a lot lower than at around sea level where the course takes place. It is suggested you pack extra base layers, fleece jacket, down sweater, heavier rain jacket, long hiking pants, etc. if that is part of your plan.

This course is conducted in English. Our NOLS wilderness medicine instructors teach all over the world and are often bilingual. They will endeavour to support you however they can.

EUR 655 per person (VAT excluded). The tuition covers the NOLS Wilderness Medicine Medical Handbook, the NOLS Wilderness Medicine textbook, a bandana with the patient assessment, equipment used during the course, CPR certification and NOLS Wilderness Medicine international WFR and Epinephrine auto injector certification.

4 nights lodging in double rooms with shared bathroom and showers included.

This course is structured around scenario-based learning and review, as well as practical skills sessions and case study discussions. You are required to complete both written and practical testing to successfully recertify on this course. The course begins with a written multiple-choice test. To achieve a passing score (70%) on the written multiple-choice exam, you must review previous course materials. Please come prepared!

Check the following web page for information and resources on how to best prepare for your course:

https://nols.edu/en/resources/wilderness-medicine-resources/

All participants will learn by taking turns being “patients” and “rescuers” each day. We use fake blood to make the scenarios more realistic. The fake blood is washable, but you might have to wash twice.

Please register by selecting the “Register for this course button”.

Full payment is needed to confirm your reservation for the course. You may select your preferred payment method (bank transfer or credit card) on our registration form. Kindly read our cancellation policies below before you sign up. Once we have received your course fee we will email you a receipt and a course confirmation.

Do read the Student Agreement before signing up: http://www.nols.edu/en/filer/public/1481655159/906/

*There is no need to sign and send it in. We have physical forms you can sign at the course start.

All students are required to submit a photocopy of their WAFA or WFR certification card by the first day of the course. This course is open to WAFAs and WFRs from any organisation where a WAFA was at least 40 hours and a WFR was at least 70 hours. It is your responsibility to make sure your WAFA/ WFR certification meets this standard. If you are unsure, please contact NOLS Wilderness Medicine before enrolling in a course and review the recertification portion of our website: https://www.nols.edu/en/courses/wilderness-medicine/recertify/

If you hold a current WFR certification from any other wilderness medicine organisation with less than a 70-hour certification, you will receive a letter of course completion in lieu of a NOLS Wilderness Medicine WFR certification. This letter of completion may allow you to recertify with your original certifying organization. You must contact that organisation prior to your NOLS Wilderness Medicine course to ensure that our course will meet their requirements for recertification.

If a student cancels or withdraws from a course:

• Greater than or equal to 30 days prior to the course starting date, Crossing Latitudes will retain an administrative fee of EUR 150

• Within 30 days of the course start date: Crossing Latitudes will retain an administrative fee of EUR 330.

• Once the course has begun, there will be no refund

If Crossing Latitudes or NOLS Wilderness Medicine must cancel the course, you will receive a full refund.

We highly recommend that you protect yourself by buying travel insurance. Crossing Latitudes or NOLS Wilderness Medicine are not responsible for any expenses other than the course fee in case of cancellation or withdrawal.

Lodging is included in the course fee from Thursday, 23 October (check-in from 15:00), to Monday, 27th October (checkout by 10:00). Please note that the course is expected to end around 17:30 on Sunday, 26h October.

The rooms are in the “Kander Lodge”, which is the same building where our classroom is located. You will share your twin room with one other participant. Showers and toilets are shared by two twin-rooms (four people). KISC provides sheets, duvet, pillowcase, and towel. There is free WIFI.

There are coin wash machines, dryers, and a large drying room at KISC.

The price for a single room is an additional €195.00 to the course fee. If you prefer to stay elsewhere, your fee will be reduced by €160.00. There is also an option for caravans and camping vans. Please email us if any of these options apply to you. You are still welcome to hang out in the kitchen and lounge with the others in during breaks and in the evenings.

If you want to spend an extra night before the 23th or after the 26th October, please contact KISC at reception@kisc.ch directly. Do mention that you are taking the NOLS WFR-R course. The scenery around Kandersteg is spectacular, so we recommend spending some extra time in the area.

Your meals are not included in your course fee. You can cook your own meals in the “Kander Lodge”. There is a full kitchen with two stoves, two fridges, freezers, pots and pans, micro-ovens, water boilers etc. It might get a little crowded, but usually course participants start cooking together.

You may also choose to book meals with the KISC Dining hall by emailing KISC info@kisc.ch

Breakfast is served from 07:30 so you need to be first in line as we start 08:00 each morning.

Lunch is served at 12:00 and dinner at 18:00. The cost per meal is approximately CHF 8.00, CHF 13.00 and CHF 14.00. KISC appreciates if you book all your meals in advance so that they can plan accordingly. Bookings or cancellations of meals must take place at least 24 hours before.

There are two grocery stores in Kandersteg within 15-20 minutes’ walk or by bus. You can also enjoy the many nearby restaurants (pizza, pasta, pub food etc.)

Follow this link to read about travel-directions to Kandersteg: https://www.kisc.ch/travelling-kisc

If you are interested in connecting with others, let us know. If so, we will share your name and email and phone number with others who have signed up on this course.

• Dynamic instructors with lots of backcountry and first aid experience.

• Lots of time outside with realistic scenarios.

• Daily feedback from our instructors.

• Intense AND rewarding days.

• A curriculum that is evidence-based, not just copied out of a textbook. We teach wilderness medicine practices and protocols that are supported by a physician-based medical advisory panel and disseminated by our curriculum director. This means you're getting the latest findings and protocols in the industry.

• That you are on time each day.

• Come prepared each morning, ready to learn and participate. Revision and practice in the evenings will set you up for success.

• We hope that you will speak up when you need help, do not understand, or have any concerns.

• Be respectful of other participants and our staff – both in the classroom and during our scenarios outside. We do not accept any kind of harassment.

• We ask that all participants’ cell phones and computers will be turned off during class time.

• Smoking, alcohol and/or recreational drugs are not allowed during the course hours.

• Pets are not allowed at the classroom or scenario sites during course hours. Any student bringing pets to class will be asked to leave class until the pet is safely situated in a kennel or other facility – unless it is a service dog. If you have a service dog, please email us before signing up.

NOLS Wilderness Medicine will bring medical equipment and outdoor gear for setting up realistic scenarios.

Expect the best but be prepared for the worst! We will be outside each day even if it rains, snows or storms. Having quality clothing and equipment is important. Come to class each morning prepared to be both inside and outside. You need a medium sized backpack for your personal extra clothing and the First Aid gear that we will provide each day. Your backpack will be used every day in the scenarios.

Packing for class (in your backpack):

• Waterproof jacket and trousers

• Extra wool or synthetic socks

• Hat, gloves, mittens, neck warmer, buff or scarf

• Headlamp with extra batteries

• Sunglasses, Water bottle

• Protective eyewear (sunglasses and /or clear glasses)

• Indoor shoes or sandals

• Note pad, pens, or pencils, Water bottle, Tea/coffee mug.

Suggested Equipment List:

• Underwear

• Synthetic or wool tops and bottoms

• Warm sweaters or fleece jackets

• Quick drying outdoors pants and tops

• Casual clothing for the evenings

• Waterproof jacket and trousers

• Warm socks

• Regular socks

• Outdoor shoes/boots

• Indoor shoes

• Hat, gloves, mittens, neck warmer/scarf

• Exercise clothing (if you want to exercise)

• Headlamp with extra batteries

• Note pad and pens

• Sunglasses, water bottle, mug, toiletries

• Adaptor(s) for your electronics (if needed)

NOLS Wilderness Medicine is proud to be a Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (CECBEMS) accredited organization. Current EMTs are eligible to receive 18 hours CEU hours for their NOLS Wilderness Medicine WFR Recert course. Please bring a photocopy of your current EMT card(s) with you to your course.

This course is conducted in English. Our NOLS wilderness medicine instructors teach all over the world and are often bilingual. They will endeavour to support you however they can.

EUR 640 per person (VAT exempt). The tuition covers the NOLS Wilderness Medicine Medical Handbook, the NOLS Wilderness Medicine textbook, a bandana with the patient assessment, equipment used during the course, CPR certification and NOLS Wilderness Medicine international WFR and Epinephrine autoinjector certification.

The course fee includes 4 nights of lodging in shared cabins (2-3 people per cabin). Note that no discount can be given if you choose a different accommodation.

This course is structured around scenario-based learning and review, as well as practical skills sessions and case study discussions. You are required to complete both written and practical exams to successfully recertify on this course. The course begins with a written multiple-choice test. To achieve a passing score (70%) on the written multiple-choice exam, you must review previous course materials. Please come prepared!

Check the following web page for information and resources on how to best prepare for your course:

https://nols.edu/en/resources/wilderness-medicine-resources/

All participants will learn by taking turns being “patients” and “rescuers” each day. We use fake blood to make the scenarios more realistic. The fake blood is washable, but you might have to wash twice.

Please register by selecting the “Register for this course button”.

Full payment is needed to confirm your reservation for the course. You may select your preferred payment method (bank transfer or credit card) on our registration form. Kindly read our cancellation policies below before you sign up. Once we have received your course fee we will email you a receipt and a course confirmation.

Do read the Student Agreement before signing up: http://www.nols.edu/en/filer/public/1481655159/906/

*There is no need to sign and send it in. We have physical forms you can sign at the course start.

All students are required to submit a photocopy of their WAFA or WFR certification card by the first day of the course. This course is open to WAFAs and WFRs from any organisation where a WAFA was at least 40 hours and a WFR was at least 70 hours. It is your responsibility to make sure your WAFA/ WFR certification meets this standard. If you are unsure, please contact NOLS Wilderness Medicine before enrolling in a course and review the recertification portion of our website: https://www.nols.edu/en/courses/wilderness-medicine/recertify/

If you hold a current WFR certification from any other wilderness medicine organisation with less than a 70-hour certification, you will receive a letter of course completion in lieu of a NOLS Wilderness Medicine WFR certification. This letter of completion may allow you to recertify with your original certifying organization. You must contact that organisation prior to your NOLS Wilderness Medicine course to ensure that our course will meet their requirements for recertification.

If a student cancels or withdraws from a course:

• Greater than or equal to 30 days prior to the course starting date, Crossing Latitudes will retain an administrative fee of EUR 150

• Within 30 days of the course start date: Crossing Latitudes will retain an administrative fee of EUR 330.

• Once the course has begun, there will be no refund

If Crossing Latitudes or NOLS Wilderness Medicine must cancel the course, you will receive a full refund.

We highly recommend that you protect yourself by buying travel insurance. Crossing Latitudes or NOLS Wilderness Medicine are not responsible for any expenses other than the course fee in case of cancellation or withdrawal.

Lodging is included in the course fee from Thursday 30 October (after 16:00), to Monday morning (4 nights). The cabins have 4 bunkbeds, but we try to only have 2 to 3 people per cabin. You need to bring your own sheets, pillowcase and towel. Bathrooms and showers are in the main building (1-2 minutes away).

Booking a solo room is not possible, however you are welcome to sleep in your van or bring a tent and camp out. Note that the course fee will remain the same.

A simple breakfast, lunch, dinner and fika are included in the course fee beginning with breakfast on Friday, 31 October till breakfast on Monday, 3 November. It is important to let us know of any food allergies or restrictions prior to the course start.

Skatboet has a small kitchen with two stoves, refrigerators, freezer, a microwave, water boiler and coffee machines. The kitchen has pots and pans, plates, bowls, mugs and all utensils.

You can either drive to Skatboet on the island of Värmdö or take a bus from Stockholm. The bus takes about 30 minutes, then you must walk for 10-12 minutes to reach the destination. The address is: Skatboet, Korpholmsvägen 18, 139 36 Värmdö, Sweden.

You can check the bus schedule here: http://sl.se/en/ Your starting point is 'Slussen' (Stockholm) and your destination 'Älgstigen' (Värmdö). Walk in the same direction as the bus continues, there is a sidewalk along the road. After about 2 minutes’ walk, a dirt road starts on your right. This road is called 'Korpholmsvägen'. Follow it for another 10 minutes past several homes. Follow to the left uphill at the fork (still called 'Korpholmsvägen'), pass 'Korpstigen' to your right, and continue ahead past houses and through woods until arriving at Skatboet.

If you drive, you can pass the gate, past garbage cans, and park at the very end of the road – right below the “Skatboet”.

• Dynamic instructors with lots of backcountry and first aid experience.

• Lots of time outside with realistic scenarios.

• Daily feedback from our instructors.

• Intense AND rewarding days.

• A curriculum that is evidence-based, not just copied out of a textbook. We teach wilderness medicine practices and protocols that are supported by a physician-based medical advisory panel and disseminated by our curriculum director. This means you're getting the latest findings and protocols in the industry.

• That you are on time each day.

• Come prepared each morning, ready to learn and participate. Revision and practice in the evenings will set you up for success.

• We hope that you will speak up when you need help, do not understand, or have any concerns.

• Be respectful of other participants and our staff – both in the classroom and during our scenarios outside. We do not accept any kind of harassment.

• We ask that all participants’ cell phones and computers will be turned off during class time.

• Smoking, alcohol and/or recreational drugs are not allowed during the course hours.

• Pets are not allowed at the classroom or scenario sites during course hours. Any student bringing pets to class will be asked to leave class until the pet is safely situated in a kennel or other facility – unless it is a service dog. If you have a service dog, please email us before signing up.

NOLS Wilderness Medicine will bring medical equipment and outdoor gear for setting up realistic scenarios.

Expect the best but be prepared for the worst! We will be outside each day even if it rains, snows or storms. Having quality clothing and equipment is important. Come to class each morning prepared to be both inside and outside. You need a medium sized backpack for your personal extra clothing and the First Aid gear that we will provide each day. Your backpack will be used every day in the scenarios.

Packing for class (in your backpack):

• Waterproof jacket and trousers

• Extra wool or synthetic socks

• Hat, gloves, mittens, neck warmer, buff or scarf

• Headlamp with extra batteries

• Sunglasses, Water bottle

• Protective eyewear (sunglasses and /or clear glasses)

• Indoor shoes or sandals

• Note pad, pens, or pencils, Water bottle, Tea/coffee mug.

Suggested Equipment List:

• Underwear

• Synthetic or wool tops and bottoms

• Warm sweaters or fleece jackets

• Quick drying outdoors pants and tops

• Casual clothing for the evenings

• Waterproof jacket and trousers

• Warm socks

• Regular socks

• Outdoor shoes/boots

• Indoor shoes

• Hat, gloves, mittens, neck warmer/scarf

• Exercise clothing (if you want to exercise)

• Headlamp with extra batteries

• Note pad and pens

• Sunglasses, water bottle, mug, toiletries

• Adaptor(s) for your electronics (if needed)

NOLS Wilderness Medicine is proud to be a Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services (CECBEMS) accredited organization. Current EMTs are eligible to receive 18 hours CEU hours for their NOLS Wilderness Medicine WFR Recert course. Please bring a photocopy of your current EMT card(s) with you to your course.