Heber Valley is strongest when we’re prepared—together. As we head into another season of growth and change, now is the time to “Be Ready Heber Valley” and take simple, practical steps toward resilience as a community. The Heber Valley Self Reliance program, in partnership with the Wasatch Community Foundation, is now offering FREE community classes designed to help you prepare for the worst while still hoping for the best. These hands-on sessions are open to everyone—so bring your family, invite your neighbors, and join us in building confidence, skills, and connection right here in our valley.
June & July
THE GOLDEN HOUR: MANAGING HEART & LUNG CRISES BEFORE HELP ARRIVES CLASS.
Self-reliance isn’t just about food storage—it’s about having the medical confidence to handle a crisis when 911 is still 20 miles away.
Learn lifesaving emergency response skills from RN Elisa Scherzinger. This hands-on class covers allergic reactions, asthma attacks, overdose emergencies, heart attacks, cardiac arrest, CPR, and AED use. Leave with practical knowledge, a quick-reference guide, and the confidence to respond when every second counts.
📅 Date: June 23
⏰ Time: 6:30 to 8:00
📍 Wasatch Fire District (New Fire Station) 251 E 1200 S Heber City, UT 84032
💲 Cost: Free
SANITATION & HYGIENE WITHOUT ELECTRICITY: COMMUNITY PREPAREDNESS
Learn practical emergency hygiene and sanitation skills, including washing clothes without electricity, conserving and reusing water safely, preventing contamination, and reducing the risk of waterborne illnesses such as E. coli, Giardia, and Hepatitis A. Leave with a simple 72-hour family hygiene plan and the confidence to protect your household during an emergency.
📅 Date: July 7
⏰ Time: 6:30 to 8:00
📍 Wasatch Fire District (New Fire Station) 251 E 1200 S Heber City, UT 84032
💲 Cost: Free
HOMEOPATHIC & HERBAL FIRST AID. TAUGHT BY DR. RON DUMMAR
📅 Date: July 14
⏰ Time: 6:30 to 8:00
📍 Wasatch Fire District (New Fire Station) 251 E 1200 S Heber City, UT 84032
💲 Cost: Free
POISONING & OVERDOSES: FIRST AID- FIRST RESPONDER WITHIN
📅 Date: July 22
⏰ Time: 6:30 to 8:00
📍 Wasatch Fire District (New Fire Station) 251 E 1200 S Heber City, UT 84032
💲 Cost: Free
PRESERVING FOOD WITHOUT REFRIGERATION ROOT CELLAR, ETC.
📅 Date: July 28
⏰ Time: 6:30 to 8:00
📍 Wasatch Fire District (New Fire Station) 251 E 1200 S Heber City, UT 84032
💲 Cost: Free
August
BUTCHER MEAT CUTS MOSIDA MEATS
📅 Date: August 4
⏰ Time: 6:30 to 8:00
📍 Wasatch Fire District (New Fire Station) 251 E 1200 S Heber City, UT 84032
💲 Cost: Free
FLOODING & ITS AFTERMATH
Learn how to prepare for flood emergencies and recover safely after a flood. This class covers immediate dangers such as drowning, electrical hazards, and chemical exposure, as well as long-term risks including mold, contaminated water, and mosquito-borne illnesses. Participants will learn safe cleanup practices, proper use of protective equipment, basic first aid for flood-related injuries, and strategies for maintaining resilience during recovery.
📅 Date: August 12
⏰ Time: 6:30 to 8:00
📍 Wasatch Fire District (New Fire Station)
251 E 1200 S Heber City, UT 84032
💲 Cost: Free
THE GO/NO-GO DECISION: PRACTICAL EVACUATION PLANNING FOR YOUR HOUSEHOLD
Develop a practical evacuation plan tailored to your household and local risks. Through guided planning exercises, you’ll learn how to evaluate when to evacuate, identify reliable sources of information, create communication and meeting plans, prepare vehicles, and address the needs of pets, older adults, and family members with medical concerns.
📅 Date: August 18
⏰ Time: 6:30 to 8:00
📍 Wasatch Fire District (New Fire Station) 251 E 1200 S Heber City, UT 84032
💲 Cost: Free
TEMPERATURE EXTREMES & SHOCK: EMERGENCY SURVIVAL SKILLS
📅 Date: August 24
⏰ Time: 6:30 to 8:00
📍 Wasatch Fire District (New Fire Station) 251 E 1200 S Heber City, UT 84032
💲 Cost: Free
POISONINGS & OVERDOSES: HIDDEN DANGERS
Learn how to recognize and respond to poisoning emergencies at home and outdoors. This class covers common household and environmental toxins, medication and opioid overdoses, proper naloxone use, and when to contact Poison Control. Participants will gain practical knowledge to act quickly and confidently during a poisoning emergency.
📅 Date: August 25
⏰ Time: 6:30 to 8:00
📍 Wasatch Fire District (New Fire Station) 251 E 1200 S Heber City, UT 84032
💲 Cost: Free
LESSONS FROM SURVIVORS –COMMUNITY PREPAREDNESS
📅 Date: September 1, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:30 to 8:00
📍 Wasatch Fire District (New Fire Station) 251 E 1200 S Heber City, UT 84032
💲 Cost: Free
HAZARDS AROUND US: INITIAL IDENTIFICATION & SAFETY AWARENESS
📅 Date: September 8, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:30 to 8:00
📍 Wasatch Fire District (New Fire Station) 251 E 1200 S Heber City, UT 84032
💲 Cost: Free
OPEN CLASS SEPT 15
📅 Date: September 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:30 to 8:00
📍 Wasatch Fire District (New Fire Station) 251 E 1200 S Heber City, UT 84032
💲 Cost: Free
SHOCK: THE SILENT KILLER
Learn how to recognize and respond to life-threatening shock in its earliest stages. This class covers the main types of shock, early warning signs, and practical first aid steps such as positioning, keeping the person warm, and supporting hydration when appropriate. Participants will also learn how to prevent further deterioration until advanced medical help arrives.
📅 Date: September 22
⏰ Time: 6:30 to 8:00
📍 Wasatch Fire District (New Fire Station) 251 E 1200 S Heber City, UT 84032
💲 Cost: Free
OPEN CLASS SEPT 29
📅 Date: September 29, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:30 to 8:00
📍 Wasatch Fire District (New Fire Station) 251 E 1200 S Heber City, UT 84032
💲 Cost: Free