By Michela Sales
This month, NJSOC Staff and Master Educators took another important step in ensuring the safety of our community and the individuals who visit campus: completing certification in Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid.
The course was led by Jeffrey Greenberg of Polaris Training of New Jersey, a seasoned instructor with deep expertise in wilderness search and rescue. His background made this more than just a routine class—it became an opportunity for us to reconnect with the life-saving skills we first developed during our Wilderness First Aid training.
Jeffrey’s instruction blended real-world experience with hands-on practice, allowing us to work through a wide range of scenarios—from common first aid situations to emergency response in remote outdoor environments like ours. It was practical, engaging, and a meaningful reminder of the responsibility we carry as educators and guides.
At NJSOC, we believe that education and safety go hand in hand. Whether leading a nature walk, running programming for camp groups, or teaching environmental science, we want every student, teacher, and visitor to feel confident knowing they’re in good hands.
We’re grateful to Jeffrey and Polaris Training for their outstanding instruction—and proud of our team for continually rising to the challenge of being ready when it counts.
