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Wilderness First Aid GRANTS

Wilderness First Aid training is one of the most practical things an outdoor enthusiast can do to keep themselve and their team safe in the backcountry. When you're days away from a hospital, knowing how to assess and respond to a medical emergency can be the only thing standing between a sever injury or something much worse.

Trek for Trevor funds WFA certification grants for outdoor groups whose leaders are already committed to doing things the right way. We look for organizations that have culture of safety built into how they operate, and we help make sure their adventurers have the credentials to back it up.

What We Fund

  • Tuition

  • Materials

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Why it Matters

Who’s Eligible

  • College Clubs

  • Scout Troops

  • Outdoor Clubs

How it Works

  • Complete the Interest Form

  • Apply for a Grant

  • Schedule WFA Training

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Stories from the Field

“Since obtaining my WFA certification, I feel a higher degree of confidence when recreating outdoors. I enjoy knowing that I have the knowledge to better assist someone who is hurt or experiencing a medical emergency.”

“Promoting a culture of safety and responsibility creates a domino effect that may very well save someone's life one day.”

- Brigette Bell: OSU Mountaineer

“Because of our WFA training grant from Trek for Trevor, we were able to more accurately identify and assess the risk of pneumonia from one of the hikers on our trip. As a result, were were able to determine our best course of action to her and everyone else on the trip safe.”

- Ethan Crane & Joe Stroup: OSU Mountaineers

“I credit my WFA training with better decision-making. On our trip to the White Mountains, I determined being on an exposed ridge line in severe weather was a risk we couldn’t take. As a result, we dropped below tree line to keep the group safe.”

“I have a stronger appreciation for respecting nature and the dangers it can pose.”

- Nate Ruehr: OSU Mountaineer

WFA Partners

The Mountaineers at Ohio State

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Hiking Leaders Trained

Hikers Impacted by WFA Leaders

The Mountaineers at Ohio State is a 200-member student club that operates ~ 40 outdoors trips aper year across climbing, hiking, backpacking, mountaineering, and skiing. Every trip is led by a student certified in Wilderness First Aid. Trevor (a graduate from Ohio State) was a club member from 2016 through 2019. Trek for Trevor funds WFA grants for Mountaineer leaders so they have the training to keep their teams safe.

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Scouting America Troop 23

Terre Haute, IN

Scouting America Troop 23 out of Terre Haute, Indiana is sending a nine-person crew to Philmont Scout Ranch for a 12-day backcountry trek in the summer of 2026. Trek for Trevor issued WFA grants to nine of there scouts/leaders. The skills these scouts develop will carry with them for the rest of their lives.

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Wilderness First Aid Impact

At -a- Glance

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What Hikers are Saying

  • Photo of Thomas Syzek while hiking

    “Keep up your great work and mission, and I guarantee your efforts will spare someone's beloved kid a serious injury or save their life. I am certain of that.”

    Thomas Syzek MD

  • Photo of Julie "Kickapoo" Fast while hiking

    “There is no great adventure if you can’t tell your friends about it afterwards. Thank you for your efforts to keep hikers safe."

    Julie “Kickapoo” Fast

  • Photo of Ted Graham while hiking

    “ I have read several of your articles on safety. I very much appreciate every word and have taken them to heart. Great work! Trevor is making a profound impact on hiker safety,”

    Ted Graham

  • Photo of Jesse Walker and son while hiking

    “I just want to thank you for your efforts to raise visibility of the dangers on the PCT. Twice I've been rushing to go on a hike (once with my son), and found your advice and modified my plans.”

    Jesse Walker

  • Photo of Denise Rogers and daughters while hiking

    “Your recommendations are eye opening. We will never go short on gear to lessen the load. You have no idea how many people you have already saved or will save.”

    Denise Rogers

  • Photo of Fred Jones while hiking

    "You have already changed my preparations for gear and logistics with the information you have posted. I'll try to minimize the weight I carry, but only up to a point."

    Fred Jones

  • "As an avid hiker myself, I strive to tackle more challenging trails. I need to be constantly reminded about the importance of preparedness and safety. Thank you, Trek for Trevor, for your mission and vision in supporting this wonderful community."

    Rau Arambula

  • “We ran into quite a bit of snow on the PCT this year. Our Trevor Spikes helped us navigate those dangerous sections. The awareness of snow/ice dangers by Trek for Trevor helped calm hikers’ nerves. Thanks again!”

    Sunny & Gas Monkey