WILD Course
Step into the wild and become the leader you’ve always wanted to be.
WILD: WFA & Outdoor Leadership Course
7 Days
On GIVE’s Wilderness International Leadership Development (WILD) Course, you’ll explore Washington’s Cascade Mountains while earning your Wilderness First Aid (WFA), CPR, and Epinephrine Administration certifications and building real-world leadership skills. With old-growth forests as your classroom and hands-on training as your guide, you’ll gain the confidence, knowledge, and qualifications to lead with purpose, anywhere in the world. Turn your passion into your profession.
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WILD Course Itinerary
Trip Length: 7 Days
Day 1
Arrival & explore downtown Seattle
Arrive in Downtown Seattle and enjoy a free day exploring Pike Place Market and other local attractions while the rest of your group arrives! Get some rest at our accommodations in a fun & colorful downtown hostel before our big week starts!
Days 2-3
Wilderness First Aid Training
Meet the rest of your guides early in the morning as we set off on our scenic drive through the snowy mountains to settle into our accommodation for the week, a rustic mountain lodge just for us. After a tour of the surroundings and group orientation, we’ll jump straight into Wilderness First Aid (WFA), CPR, and Epinephrine Administration training! Spend the next 2 days completing your training with hands-on field scenarios in the surrounding wilderness.
Day 4
Outdoor Leadership & Risk Managment
Continue to build upon your WFA training with field scenarios as you trek through the Cascade Mountains, building confidence in risk management, outdoor leadership, compassionate patient care, and decision-making in remote settings. Spend your down time relaxing in the lodge, playing games, or stargazing under the open sky!
Day 5
Apply your knowledge
Put your new skills into action as you collaborate with your team to plan the final expedition, applying everything you’ve learned throughout the week. Then, unwind and celebrate your growth with an afternoon of skiing, snowboarding, or sledding on our private ski hill.
Days 6-7
Final expedition & certificate ceremony
Join your team on our final assessment & team expedition through the Snoqualmie backcountry! That night, it’s back to Seattle for one final night of reflection and celebration.
TRIP END: After the final certificate ceremony. Get some good rest at our accommodations before making your flight home the following day.
What's Included
When you travel with GIVE, you won’t be surprised by hidden fees upon arrival. Dive into all that’s included in our all-in-one trip prices.
- All accommodations
- Transportation (not including flights)
- 3 meals per day & clean drinking water
- 24/7 guide support
- All backcountry adventures and group gear (snowshoes, etc.)
- All course materials and certification cost
- Pre-trip & in-transit support from GIVE’s Travel Specialists
- Access to your personalized GIVE Profile
- Access to GIVE’s preferred insurance & flight partners
- Trip preparation tools, guides and checklists
- Access to GIVE’s Ambassador Community post-trip
Simply put: we care. GIVE goes above and beyond for our travelers before, during and after your trip. See all that’s included in your GIVE trip here!
What's Not Included
Honestly, pretty much everything except your flights, insurance and travel documents, but GIVE will help you organize all that! Dive into what’s included here.
- Flights
- Visa (if required), travel insurance (mandatory), & vaccinations (if required)
- Personal souvenirs, snacks and refreshments (drinking water is included 24/7)
- See all that’s included in your GIVE trip here!
* GIVE reserves the right to change program dates
* Winter trips are slightly shorter due to school/holiday breaks
Trip dates and fees
Traveling close to home never felt so rewarding and empowering. Immerse yourself in the flourishing wilderness of the Pacific Northwest for these 7-day adventures!
Trip discounts are based on seat availability per trip date. Save more when you combine 2 or more trips!
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Wild Course (Pacific NW) I 7-days
$2,195
No Hidden Fees
Your GIVE trip includes everything you need—from meals, guides, and accommodations to local transport, epic adventures, cultural experiences, and funding for the volunteer projects you’ll help bring to life. Just show up ready to make an impact—we’ll handle the rest.
How to Book a Trip
Lock in your spot with a $595 USD trip deposit in your GIVE Profile. For add-ons or multi-trip packages, it's just $295 more per trip. Your deposit counts toward your total cost, never expires, and can be transferred if plans change.
Pay the rest on your own schedule—just be paid in full 80 days before your trip. Need more time? We’ve got you. [Terms & conditions apply.]
Worry-Free Booking
Plans change—we get it. Your deposit is fully transferable, never expires, and lets you switch trips or dates for free. Total flexibility, zero stress. [Learn more about our worry-free booking policy.]
We Got Your Back
We’ve got your back—every step of the way. Before your trip, we’ll help you book flights, secure travel insurance, and handle passport or visa needs without the headache. On the road, our team’s on call 24/7 to help with anything that comes up.[Learn more about our 360° travel support.]
Small Groups, Big Vibes
Travel with a tight-knit crew, guided by a team of local and international GIVE guides. With an average group size of 16-20 people, a 5:1 traveler-to-guide ratio, and 24/7 support, you’ll never feel lost in the crowd.
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