Author Topic: Bike Patrol Class (Read 10412 times)

Ken · « **on:** May 07, 2008, 08:35:03 AM »

Does anyone else here want to take the Mountain Bike Patrol Class? Lou doesn't have enough people to make up a class yet. I'd like to take it but we need more people. Let me know.

Garry · « **Reply #1 on:** May 07, 2008, 08:37:35 AM »

Quote from: Ken on May 07, 2008, 08:35:03 AM

Does anyone else here want to take the Mountain Bike Patrol Class? Lou doesn't have enough people to make up a class yet. I'd like to take it but we need more people. Let me know.

The class is scheduled for May 24th so get those RSVP's to Lou soon so she can plan for it. A lot of behind the scenes stuff goes into planning for everything we do, so help out by letting her know early.

FACTORe · « **Reply #2 on:** May 07, 2008, 08:38:27 AM »

what is her email addy?

Garry · « **Reply #3 on:** May 07, 2008, 08:43:07 AM »

Quote from: FACTORe on May 07, 2008, 08:38:27 AM

what is her email addy?

loussite at tampabay dot rr dot com

Ken · « **Reply #4 on:** May 07, 2008, 08:48:16 AM »

Garry, Lou told me that the 24th class is just a cpr class not a patrol class. That's why I was trying to find people to participate so we could organize a class. She's getting me the particulars on day and length.

Garry · « **Reply #5 on:** May 07, 2008, 08:56:54 AM »

Quote from: Ken on May 07, 2008, 08:48:16 AM

Garry, Lou told me that the 24th class is just a cpr class not a patrol class. That's why I was trying to find people to participate so we could organize a class. She's getting me the particulars on day and length.

Woops, my mistake. But to be National Mountain Bike Patrol one needs the First Aid/CPR and the Patrol class. I think Julianne does the patrol class.

Ken · « **Reply #6 on:** May 07, 2008, 09:12:13 AM »

That was my understanding also. If there was a patrol class i beleive they hold aCPR class on the same day and i'd wait to take the CPR class then as opposed to taking it on the 24th which is mothers day. I need to update my card anyway as I like to keep it current for my captains license although it's not required to keep current I like to anyway.

Gregg · « **Reply #7 on:** May 07, 2008, 11:19:11 AM »

Quote from: Ken on May 07, 2008, 09:12:13 AM

That was my understanding also. If there was a patrol class i beleive they hold aCPR class on the same day and i'd wait to take the CPR class then as opposed to taking it on the 24th which is mothers day. I need to update my card anyway as I like to keep it current for my captains license although it's not required to keep current I like to anyway.

This is what was done last year. Karl Smart did the portion that you need to get certified by IMBA. You do not need to be certified by IMBA to be a Swamp guide, but you do need the CPR and first aid class.

SandPine · « **Reply #8 on:** May 07, 2008, 01:07:44 PM »

Quote from: Ken on May 07, 2008, 09:12:13 AM

That was my understanding also. If there was a patrol class i beleive they hold aCPR class on the same day and i'd wait to take the CPR class then as opposed to taking it on the 24th which is mothers day. I need to update my card anyway as I like to keep it current for my captains license although it's not required to keep current I like to anyway.

Ken, The 24th is memorial day weekend (i think). Mother's day is this weekend. Wouldn't want you to miss Mother's day as you wife may not be very happy about it.

BTW, I am in the CPR class. Last year we started a great tradition with the Flying Monkey Brothers. (Bob and Matt). Bring your road ride for a before class and a after class roadie lay the hammer down day! Nothing better then seating in 2-3 hrs class all smelly... We meet at 7am for the morning session and after class is part 2.

Ken · « **Reply #9 on:** May 07, 2008, 02:34:16 PM »

Thats what I meant to write, Memorial Day, but had relapse. I actually ws going to rid0e afterwards but never thought about before hand. Might make the class go quicker! I may be on grill duty afterwards also.

Ken · « **Reply #10 on:** May 14, 2008, 12:21:28 PM »

I've had two repies besides myself for taking the bike patrol class. We need a few more to make it for a class. Let me know.

FACTORe · « **Reply #11 on:** May 14, 2008, 12:24:54 PM »

Do you get one of those fancy red jersey's?

Ken · « **Reply #12 on:** May 14, 2008, 12:27:39 PM »

I beleive you have to buy it. If you check out the IMBA website>bike patrol they have alot of cool merch there. Jason said he wanted to take and I beleive you did too, right Factor?

FACTORe · « **Reply #13 on:** May 14, 2008, 03:20:30 PM »

yes indeed I do....I have much more free time after this weekend

Ken · « **Reply #14 on:** May 14, 2008, 04:08:04 PM »

Cool Jonathon, I've gotten some more requests as well so we may have enough to make a class. I'll let you know more as I find out.

Ken · « **Reply #15 on:** May 15, 2008, 08:49:23 AM »

Here's a link to the IMBA/NMBP website if you want more info.
http://www.imba.com/nmbp/membership.html

Coach · « **Reply #16 on:** May 15, 2008, 10:43:50 AM »

What are the specifics of the class up to this point? Time it starts, length, will it include CPR/First Aid AND bike patrol? What is the cost, and location? Thanks.

Ken · « **Reply #17 on:** May 15, 2008, 12:33:16 PM »

I'm waiting for specifics from Lou and Julianne, but I think the CPR/ First Aid/ Defib class runs around 3 hours maybe a little shorter and it's free except for $3.00 for the card. There's one the 24th next weekend at Widerness but it's close to being full if not already. They also do the bike patrol and first aid together I beleive adding another 1-2 hours for the patrol class. They've had those at Alafia before and again I beleive it's free. If you want to be an IMBA / NMBP you need to show proof of the class, first aid card and pass an online test (pretty simple) and pay for the membership, starting at $50.00 with different packages for more money and all include a 1 year membership to IMBA. Check out the IMBA website and there's alot more info there. Here's the link....... http://www.imba.com/nmbp/membership.html

Anyone wanting toi take itlet me know so I can get an accurate headcount. So far I have

Ken Odum
Jonathon
Jason D

and several from the Swampclub e-group.

Coach · « **Reply #18 on:** May 15, 2008, 05:11:22 PM »

I will check for sure tonight, and let you know. I am definitely interested.

Ken · « **Reply #19 on:** May 19, 2008, 01:35:17 PM »

Okay everyone that was interested, we have a patrol class scheduled this Saturday following the first aid/CPR/ defib class which is at the Flatwoods Ranger Station from 9:00 A.M. till 12:00 P.M. The patrol class will start shortly after 12:00 to let the first class grab a bite and a drink. Brink food and drink for yourself and others if you wish as snacks will not be provided. The patrol class shoyld take right about an hour and Julianne is teaching that. I don't know how many spots are available for the first aid class but will find out and let you know as soon as possible.
These are the people I have listed so far wanting to do the Patrol Class

Ken Odum
Jonathon Stewart
Jason Daniels
Laura Bailey
Belinda Williams
Kelly Kathleen Gray
Kim Miller
John Harrison
Kevin Smith
Darrin Wilson

Please let me know if you will or won't be attending which or both classes.

SandPine · « **Reply #20 on:** May 19, 2008, 03:30:40 PM »

Quote from: Ken on May 15, 2008, 08:49:23 AM

Here's a link to the IMBA/NMBP website if you want more info.
http://www.imba.com/nmbp/membership.html

Ken, not sure if you mentioned it already so sorry if you did... If you planning on becoming NMBP you have to do two things. Actually three or more but the two basic ones is to pass the online test they have on the link Ken put up. Very easy and you can take multiple times. Take a local class (IMBA will check this), then send for your membership. Of course, you should go out and practice on the trails too.

Ken · « **Reply #21 on:** May 19, 2008, 04:38:15 PM »

From what I understand, Julianne's class takes care of that. There were three different ways to fulfill thta requirment, and that was one way.

Gregg · « **Reply #22 on:** May 19, 2008, 10:19:40 PM »

Quote from: Ken on May 19, 2008, 04:38:15 PM

From what I understand, Julianne's class takes care of that. There were three different ways to fulfill thta requirment, and that was one way.

You have to be certified in CPR in order to take the NMBP test through the IMBA. That CPR certification is good for 3 years. That is what Lou's class is about on the 24th.

Ken · « **Reply #23 on:** May 19, 2008, 10:28:32 PM »

Yeah, there's no First aid to that class, it's just Cpr/Defib.

Ken · « **Reply #24 on:** May 19, 2008, 10:31:43 PM »

3-4 spots are left in the CPR class and Lou said usually several people don't show, so if you live close by and want to attend the CPR class, you could stop by and see if there's room and if not your not driving real far out of the way.

Reese · « **Reply #25 on:** June 30, 2008, 05:52:00 PM »

Anyone know when the next bike patrol class will be around here?

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Author Topic: Bike Patrol Class (Read 10412 times)