The Olympia Mountaineers

2011 Mountaineering-Oriented First Aid (MOFA) Course

Course Chair: Eric Quinn 360-556-4969
Co-Chair:Tom Eckhout 360-556-9898

MOFA is a three and a half day course offering essential safety and first aid skills for those who enjoy climbing, hiking, and other wilderness activities. The class builds prevention and basic first aid skills using the Seven Steps to help you effectively respond to trail emergencies with the gear you carry. Hands-on outdoor practice with your gear is a key part of the class. You'll respond to scenarios based on actual mountaineering incidents and instructor experiences. We will be spending time outside rain or shine, so please come dressed to spend time outdoors. Bring your pack ready for a day on the trail. Include extra clothing, trekking poles, your current first aid kit and the rest of your 10 Essentials. We have a lot of material to cover so the pace will be fast. Come prepared to have fun and be challenged while learning mountaineering oriented first aid.

Graduation Requirements:

  1. Obtain a current CPR card
  2. Assemble a full MOFA kit
  3. Attend all MOFA lectures
  4. Pass the written exam (80%)

Schedule:

Sep. 21, Wed. *CPR Class (required unless a copy of current CPR card is provided)6:00pm -9:30pmLacey Fire Department #34
Sep. 28, Wed. *CPR Class (required unless a copy of current CPR card is provided)6:00pm -9:30pmLacey Fire Department #34
Oct. 9, Sun.Lecture 18:00am - 5:00pmLacey Fire Station #34
Oct. 15, Sat.Lecture 28:00am - 5:00pmLacey Fire Station #34
Oct. 16, Sun.Lecture 38:00am - 5:00pmLacey Fire Station #34

* Sep 21 and 28 are repeats of a CPR class - it is mandatory you attend one unless you submit a copy of a current CPR card prior to class.

Prerequisites: CPR and basic first aid training no more than 1 year prior to the first day of MOFA. If you have a valid CPR and Standard first Aid card you do not need to attend these portions of the class. Present your cards in class to satisfy this requirement.

Registration: Online registration is available for fall MOFA. Registration closes October 2nd. Register on-line for CPR Night #1 or CPR Night #2 as well.

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