Ridge Wilderness

Ridge Wilderness Ridge Wilderness Adventures offers Canoe Adventures, Canoe Lessons and First Aid Training.
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🚨 BREAKING NEWS: BEAR SPRAY CERTIFICATION NOW MANDATORY! 🚨  Starting June 2025, all outdoor enthusiasts will be legally ...
04/01/2025

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: BEAR SPRAY CERTIFICATION NOW MANDATORY! 🚨

Starting June 2025, all outdoor enthusiasts will be legally required to obtain a Bear Spray Handling & Deployment Certification before carrying bear spray in the backcountry. 🐻💨

This intensive half-day course covers:
✅ Quick-draw techniques for surprise bear encounters 🐾
✅ Wind calculations (because bear spray + wrong wind direction = bad day) 🌬️
✅ Target practice on charging inflatable bears 🎯
✅ How to apologize to your hiking partner if you "accidentally" test the spray in their direction 👀

We know this might be a shock to some, but safety first! Secure your spot before the April 31st deadline! 😉

We’re beyond excited to welcome a full house of eager learners today for the very first course at our new training centr...
03/25/2025

We’re beyond excited to welcome a full house of eager learners today for the very first course at our new training centre in Abbotsford! 🎉👏🏻

🚑 Learn First Aid. Be Prepared.Join us at our brand new Ridge First Aid Training Centre in Abbotsford!📅 Emergency First ...
03/13/2025

🚑 Learn First Aid. Be Prepared.
Join us at our brand new Ridge First Aid Training Centre in Abbotsford!

📅 Emergency First Aid – April 2
📅 Standard First Aid – April 2 & 3
⏰ 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
📍 240 – 34077 Gladys Ave, Abbotsford

Both courses include CPR-C & AED and are WorkSafe BC compliant —because you never know when you’ll need it! 💪🩹

ridgefirstaid.com/workplace

Outdoor classrooms will forever be our favourite classrooms 🌅🚨.🚨: Remote First Aid to Wilderness First Aid Bridging Cour...
03/10/2025

Outdoor classrooms will forever be our favourite classrooms 🌅🚨.

🚨: Remote First Aid to Wilderness First Aid Bridging Course
🗺️: VOCO Kelowna
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🔥 Babysitting Course – Spring Break - March 25th! 🔥  Are you ready to take on the responsibility of babysitting? This on...
03/03/2025

🔥 Babysitting Course – Spring Break - March 25th! 🔥

Are you ready to take on the responsibility of babysitting? This one-day Canadian Red Cross Babysitting Course is perfect for youth ages 11-15 looking to gain essential childcare skills, first aid training, and confidence in handling emergencies!

📅 Date: March 25, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Ridge First Aid School - #240 – 34077 Gladys Ave, Abbotsford
💰 Cost: $64.95

🔹 Learn babysitting basics, childcare techniques, safety awareness, and emergency response
🔹 Gain hands-on first aid experience, including how to handle choking and minor injuries
🔹 Receive an official Babysitter’s Manual and a Canadian Red Cross Certificate

🚨 Spots are limited—register now and build your babysitting skills with confidence! 🚨

📖 Learn more & sign up today at www.ridgefirstaid.com!

02/20/2025

Fire-Building Tips with Rachel: Exploring Fire Starter Options 🔥

Episode 3 is here! Rachel is showcasing a variety of fire starter options to get your blaze going in any condition. From natural finds to handy tools, she’s got you covered. Ready to spark some inspiration? Watch now and level up your fire-building game! 🌲🔥

When life gives you snow and sunshine, you make...hand-lemonade? 🖐️❄️ Nothing says ‘thriving’ like holding hands with yo...
02/20/2025

When life gives you snow and sunshine, you make...hand-lemonade? 🖐️❄️ Nothing says ‘thriving’ like holding hands with yourself during a first aid scenario.

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Current mood when our Monday is actually a Tuesday 🤌🚨🤗! We know you all agree.
02/18/2025

Current mood when our Monday is actually a Tuesday 🤌🚨🤗! We know you all agree.

Celebrating Our Leader! 🎉  Huge congratulations to our owner, Dave, for receiving this year’s RiSE Award from Capilano U...
02/11/2025

Celebrating Our Leader! 🎉

Huge congratulations to our owner, Dave, for receiving this year’s RiSE Award from Capilano University’s Tourism and Outdoor Recreation Student Association! Honored for his outstanding impact on the tourism industry and his continuous involvement with the OREC program, Dave’s dedication to outdoor education and leadership continues to inspire.

We’re so proud to see him recognized for the work he does every day—mentoring, guiding, and shaping the next generation of outdoor professionals. Cheers to you, Dave!

📣 Attention First Aid Instructors!Mark your calendars for March 1st in Abbotsford 🗓️—your chance to refresh your certifi...
02/06/2025

📣 Attention First Aid Instructors!

Mark your calendars for March 1st in Abbotsford 🗓️—your chance to refresh your certifications with our WFAI + PRI Recertification (7:30 AM - 1:30 PM) and FAI Recertification (2:30 PM - 8:30 PM).

Stay sharp, stay certified, and continue empowering others with essential skills. Don’t miss it—register today! 💪

🌐 https://ridgefirstaid.com/instructor-training/

This past weekend’s RFA in Abbotsford was all sunshine and good vibes—because somehow, January decided to bless us with ...
01/31/2025

This past weekend’s RFA in Abbotsford was all sunshine and good vibes—because somehow, January decided to bless us with perfect weather.

Buuuut don’t get too comfortable… the forecast is serving up a little chaos with rain rolling in tonight and turning to snow this weekend. ☔➡️❄️

Pack away the sunglasses, dig out the rain jackets, and mentally prepare for whatever season we’re in now.

We’re thrilled to announce that Roy Jantzen, an instructor at Capilano University and a former instructor of our owner, ...
01/28/2025

We’re thrilled to announce that Roy Jantzen, an instructor at Capilano University and a former instructor of our owner, Dave, has released a new book titled Wildlife Weekends in Southern British Columbia. This guidebook features 20 species-focused chapters, each leading readers to accessible sites within a six-hour drive from Vancouver. It delves into natural history, Indigenous cultural knowledge, current scientific research, and personal stories from wildlife researchers. Roy’s dedication to environmental education and stewardship has inspired many, and this publication is a testament to his commitment to connecting people with nature. Congratulations, Roy!

You can find this at Chapters/Indigo along with Independent Bookstores!

🚨 Calgary, are you ready to level up your first aid skills? 🚨Join us March 7th - 9th for our Remote First Aid (RFA) cour...
01/25/2025

🚨 Calgary, are you ready to level up your first aid skills? 🚨

Join us March 7th - 9th for our Remote First Aid (RFA) course, designed for outdoor enthusiasts, adventurers, and professionals who need to be prepared when help is hours away. 🏞️💪

💡 Why choose Ridge Wilderness?

✅ Hands-on, practical training
✅ Expert instructors who make learning fun
✅ Confidence to handle emergencies in remote environments

Don’t wait—spaces are filling fast! Secure your spot today and be ready for anything the great outdoors throws your way.

📅 Date: March 7-9, 2025
📍 Location: Calgary
🔗 Register now at: www.ridgefirstaid.com

Tag your adventure buddies who could use this essential training! 👇

Another successful weekend with Central Fraser Valley SAR’s annual First Aid training! Stay tuned for more action shots…...
01/14/2025

Another successful weekend with Central Fraser Valley SAR’s annual First Aid training! Stay tuned for more action shots… ⛑️

🚨 Prepare for the Unexpected! 🚨Join us this January 24th - 26th, 2025 for our Remote First Aid Course in Abbotsford! 🌲 W...
01/07/2025

🚨 Prepare for the Unexpected! 🚨
Join us this January 24th - 26th, 2025 for our Remote First Aid Course in Abbotsford! 🌲 Whether you're an outdoor adventurer, team leader, or just looking to be ready for life's surprises, this hands-on course equips you with essential life-saving skills for remote and wilderness environments.

💡 Course Highlights:
✔️ CPR C & AED Training
✔️ Head & Spine Injuries
✔️ Wound Care
✔️ Evacuation & Transportation
✔️ ...and so much more! Full course description on the website.

📅 Friday: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📅 Saturday & Sunday: 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Spaces are limited! Reserve your spot now and be ready to take on the wild with confidence.
📞 604.477.4663
💻 www.ridgefirstaid.com
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Tag a friend who loves the outdoors and let them know this is a must-do! 🌟

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from Ridge! ✨🎄Our team is taking a break to enjoy the holiday season with family, friends, and a litt...
12/20/2024

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from Ridge! ✨🎄

Our team is taking a break to enjoy the holiday season with family, friends, and a little extra eggnog! 🎁💫 Our office will be closed from December 21st to January 6th, and we’ll be back in the New Year, ready to dive into another year of adventures and first aid excellence!

We wish all of our incredible community members a safe, joyful, and relaxing holiday season. Thank you for an amazing year—we couldn’t have done it without you! 🎉

Stay safe, stay cozy, and we’ll see you in 2025!

💚 The Ridge Team

Someone looks a little too chipper to be this “injured”!🚨: Remote First Aid🗺️: West Vancouver📸:
12/20/2024

Someone looks a little too chipper to be this “injured”!

🚨: Remote First Aid
🗺️: West Vancouver
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12/04/2024

Breaking Down the New OHS First Aid Updates: What You Need to Know

The latest amendments to workplace first aid regulations have brought some changes to how we train and certify. Here's a quick overview of what’s new, how it affects you, and what we’re doing at Ridge to keep things smooth:

🔸 No More Recertification for Workplace Courses
Right now, all participants must take the full course to achieve workplace recognition. While recertification courses still exist for Emergency First Aid (EFA) and Standard First Aid (SFA), they won’t carry workplace equivalency.

🔸 Workplace Course Equivalencies

➡Emergency First Aid (EFA): Now recognized as Basic First Aid equivalency.
➡Standard First Aid (SFA): Equivalent to Intermediate First Aid under the new standards.

Both include CPR C and AED certification as part of the course package.

🚨What This Means for You🚨
If you’ve been waiting to recertify, now’s the perfect time to take the full course to ensure workplace equivalency under the updated standards. It’s a win-win: updated skills and proper recognition!

Want to learn more or sign up for a course? Visit us at www.ridgefirstaid.com. Let’s get you ready to handle emergencies, meet workplace requirements, and feel confident in any situation! 💪

Address

34077 Gladys Avenue
Abbotsford, BC
V2S2E8

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+16044774663

Website

http://eepurl.com/iAcQII

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