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True Story: Why I became a Wilderness First Responder

Posted on March 15, 2017 by The Holistic Homestead

In 2010 I was living in a monastery, in a very remote location in Colorado. Born and raised a city girl I was full of my city hubris and totally ignorant about what it takes to be smart and safe…

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Stranded? 10 expert tips to keep you safe

Posted on March 13, 2017 by The Holistic Homestead

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How often do you travel more than 20 miles by car? Are you taking your family to a relative’s house for dinner? Going to a concert in the city? Spending the weekend in your mountain getaway? Wherever your destination, “preparedness…

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How to save a life: understanding anaphylaxis

Posted on March 9, 2017 by The Holistic Homestead

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Anaphylaxis is an extreme allergic reaction experienced by some people with allergies to certain foods (like shellfish and peanuts), insect stings, and latex. Anaphylaxis should be differentiated from a common, non-emergent allergic reaction by the severity and locality of symptoms.

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Learn REAL WORLD survival skills

Posted on March 6, 2017 by The Holistic Homestead

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Of all the training I’ve received, none is more relevant and useful than my training as a Wilderness First Responder. Carl Weil of Wilderness Medicine Outfitters is a leading expert in the field of Wilderness Medicine, and has pioneered much…

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How do I become a Wilderness EMT?

Posted on January 19, 2017 by The Holistic Homestead

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If you’ve ever been interested in the medical field, but didn’t go to Medical School; or if you are already a holistic practitioner but you feel that your training did not prepare you to recognize and respond to medical emergencies;…

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