"The Doctor's Not In"
Wilderness Medical Decision-Making When You're On Your Own
When you're deep in the backcountry or facing a prolonged emergency, help isn't coming anytime soon. What you do next matters.
This hands-on, scenario-based session drops you into realistic medical situations — where conditions are unclear, resources are limited, and decisions have real consequences. No theory-heavy lectures. No perfect conditions. Just practical thinking under pressure.
What You'll Learn
- How to assess and manage injuries when evacuation is delayed or impossible
- How to make clear decisions with limited tools and information
- How to recognize when a situation is getting worse — and adapt quickly
- How to stay calm, focused, and effective under pressure
What Makes This Different
Standard first aid assumes help is minutes away. This is built for when it's hours… or not coming at all.
Who It's For
- Outdoor enthusiasts
- Bushcrafters & preppers
- Anyone who wants real-world confidence beyond basic first aid
Instructor
Ken Piercey, RN, BScN, MEd
Hard and Fast CPR & First Responder Training
This is our Friday Night Feature event — included with your Preppers Meet admission. No extra registration required.
Certified Training Programs
Running earlier in the week — arrive credentialed and ready for the weekend.
