admin | September 7, 2010
Backcountry First Aid is a two-day, hands-on practical application first aid class for those people venturing into remote locations. The information and skills presented in this class are relevant to the paddler, hiker, climber, cyclist, sailor, motorcyclist, skier, or the individual heading for the weekend mountain retreat. This class was developed by drawing on statistical [...]
admin | July 18, 2009
By Dr. Kirk Slagel, N.M.D., M.Ed.
The skin is our largest and perhaps most complex organ. It consists of three primary layers:
The Epidermis- approximately 1.5mm thick. Practically speaking, the primary purpose of the epidermis is to provide protection.
The Dermis- approximately 3mm thick. The dermis would be considered the more active layer. It is the interface site [...]
admin | January 23, 2009
I was a Wilderness Guide, Outdoor Skill Instructor and finally a Wilderness Emergency Medicine Instructor for a combination of over 20 years prior to becoming a Licensed Naturopathic Doctor. In these roles I lead hundreds of outdoor instructional classes and trips in nearly every avenue of beginner to intermediate outdoor adventures including canoeing- flat and [...]
admin | November 12, 2008
Wilderness Medicine or Backcountry First Aid
Would you or your group like to schedule a Backcountry First Aid Class? Call Dr. Slagel for more information.