Professional SOAP Note Documentation for Wilderness First Responders
Streamline your wilderness medicine documentation with a comprehensive SOAP note app designed by WFRs, for WFRs in the field.
Everything you need to document patient care in remote environments
Full implementation of SOAP note structure with SAMPLE, OPQRST, and vital signs tracking
Works completely offline in remote environments. Full functionality without internet connection
Record multiple vital sign readings over time with timestamps to track patient progression
AVPU, CSM, PERRL, OPQRST, and Rule of 9s for comprehensive patient evaluation
Automatic backup and sync across all your devices. Never lose patient documentation
Document evacuation urgency levels from immediate to non-urgent with detailed notes
Capture incident location coordinates for EMS handoff and rescue coordination
Generate professional PDF and text reports for medical providers during handoff
Built-in medical glossary and protocol references when seconds count
All data encrypted and stored securely. HIPAA-conscious design with end-to-end encryption
Track multiple responders on scene with certifications and contact information
Designed for quick documentation during active emergencies with smart workflows
TrailTriage aligns with established wilderness medicine standards and teachings, including NOLS and WFR protocols, for credibility and reliability. Our content reflects widely-accepted practices used by certified wilderness first responders worldwide.
While grounded in proven methodology, this app also incorporates original tools and insights developed through field experience—helping responders bridge the gap between classroom training and real-world emergency response.
Medical protocols in this app are based on established wilderness medicine curricula and industry-standard practices, maintaining alignment with NOLS and WFR protocols. TrailTriage is an independent tool and is not endorsed by or affiliated with NOLS, WMA, or any specific training organization.
TrailTriage is a professional documentation and reference tool designed by wilderness first responders, for wilderness first responders. Built to support real-world field medicine, this app combines established wilderness medicine protocols with practical tools refined through hands-on experience in remote environments.
Whether you're guiding an expedition, working at a backcountry camp, or responding to an incident on the trail, TrailTriage provides the structure and tools you need to document patient encounters professionally and completely—even when you're miles from cell service.
Luke Alvarez created TrailTriage from firsthand experience in wilderness medicine and a passion for building tools that solve real problems in the field.
As a developer and wilderness first responder, Luke saw the gap between what WFR training teaches and what tools were actually available during real incidents in remote environments. Wet paper forms, inadequate checklists, and missing critical details during high-stress situations motivated the creation of TrailTriage.
The result is an app that doesn't just digitize a form—it guides responders through comprehensive patient assessment, maintains alignment with NOLS and WFR protocols, and ensures nothing gets missed during the chaos of an emergency.
"I built TrailTriage to be the tool I wish I'd had during my own wilderness medicine responses—something that works offline, follows the protocols I learned, and actually helps me provide better patient care when it matters most."
Black Elk Mountain Medicine is dedicated to creating high-quality wilderness medicine tools and resources for outdoor professionals. We believe that better tools lead to better patient outcomes in backcountry emergencies.
TrailTriage is designed for:
This app is for educational and reference purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical training or certification. Always seek professional medical care when possible.
Use of this app does not establish a duty to act or create a patient-provider relationship. All users are responsible for maintaining current certification and practicing within their scope of training.
TrailTriage is available for iPhone and iPad
Requires iOS 17.0 or later • iPadOS 17.0 or later
Monthly Subscription: $2.99/month with 7-day free trial
Lifetime Access: $29.99 one-time payment