Tahoe Rim Trail Association Offers Wilderness First Aid Courses

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The Tahoe Rim Trail Association (TRTA) will host two Wilderness First Aid (WFA) courses with NOLS Wilderness Medicine this spring in Stateline, Nevada. The courses, scheduled for April 4-5 and May 9-10, 2026, are designed for hikers, backpackers, volunteers, outdoor educators, and anyone who spends time in the backcountry, covering patient assessment, injury and illness management, and decision-making when professional medical care may be hours away.

Why it matters

As more people seek outdoor recreation in remote areas, having the skills to respond to medical emergencies can be crucial. The Tahoe Rim Trail is a popular destination, and these courses aim to empower trail users with the knowledge and confidence to provide first aid in wilderness settings.

The details

The Wilderness First Aid courses are a two-day training offered in partnership between the TRTA and NOLS Wilderness Medicine, a nationally recognized leader in wilderness medical education. The hands-on curriculum covers a range of topics, including patient assessment, injury and illness management, and decision-making when professional medical care is not immediately available.

• The first course will take place on April 4-5, 2026.
• The second course will take place on May 9-10, 2026.

What’s next

Registration for the Wilderness First Aid courses is open, and early sign-up is encouraged due to limited course capacity.