Have been teaching at a fast pace
had a wilderness medicine class student from an other instructor, email me to tell them about the field of WM- I am happy to help folks learn but it is a lot easier to give a phone interview than write a " paper " for them
Here is one I did write on lightning

Wilderness Medicine Outfitters Tips on Lightning Strikes

Lightning can be a significant risk for travelers in the backcountry. As with any risk in the outdoors, prevention is the most important factor. If you are traveling in lightning prone areas, keep in mind these tips

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Be off the mountain by 1pm. (thunderstorms are more common after moisture has built up during the day)
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Keep a close eye on the weather, if you see clouds building up, get down, lightning can strike from 15 km away when you are in clear skies, so be conservative.

If you do find yourself in the wrong place when a storm strikes think about the following ways to lessen your chance of being struck.

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Stay away from single high landmarks e.g. a tree or tower
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Tall objects provide a cone of protection of 45 degrees, the best place to be in on the outskirts of this cone. A stand of trees of a similar height may offer good protection
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Get rid of all metal things, e.g. ice axes, tent poles snow picket etc
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Crouch down with you hands off the ground, you are trying to prevent the lightning from going to your heart and to present a smaller target.
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Stay at least 20m from your travel companions. That way if one gets hit the others will still be ok and can help you

If someone does get struck by lightning they will be likely to have burns and cardiac/breathing troubles

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The good news is that CPR can be successful with people whose heart has stopped because of lightning strike.
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Treat lightning burns like any other burns, cold running water for 20 mins and then cover and keep clean
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These people need to get to a hospital, even if they seem ok. Start thinking of an evacuation plan.

A wilderness medicine course is an invaluable investment for anyone who ventures out into the backcountry. It may well help you save a life. And it’s an awful lot of fun.