S3 E2: Stay Prepared: Wilderness First Aid Essentials

Hit the trail with us at Cumberland Mountain State Park! Learn how to handle trail emergencies with backcountry splinting tips from expert Kaylin Porter.

00:00 Welcome to the Park

00:58 Meet Ranger Kaylin

01:47 From Engineering to Parks

03:03 Parks on a Budget

05:15 Real Backcountry Rescue

07:19 Why Wilderness Skills Matter

09:24 Rolled Ankle Basics

11:56 Splinting a Broken Arm

16:21 DIY Sling and Swathe

16:59 Realigning Angulated Fractures

18:59 Wilderness Medicine Training Paths

20:39 Solo Injuries and Emergency Comms

22:23 Be Seen and Share Location

24:39 Treating Shock and Exposure

26:14 The Ten Essentials Checklist

29:22 Water Filtration Options

31:15 Top Prep Tips and Wrap-Up

https://tnstateparks.com/parks/cumberland-mountain

https://www.nols.edu/

https://www.garmin.com/en-US/c/outdoor-recreation/satellite-communicators/

https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/day-hiking-checklist.html

https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/backpacking-checklist.html

https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/ten-essentials.html

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S3 E2: Backcountry Basics: Splinting and Wilderness Safety
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