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SUMMARY:Webinar - Hometown Sound Off: Reaching Communities Served by Volunteer Fire Departments with Free Resources
DESCRIPTION:Sound Off with the Home Fire Safety Patrol is a proven fire safety education and risk reduction program for young children and their families. Funded through a series of Fire Prevention & Safety Grants since 2014\, Sound Off combines fun\, video-based classroom lessons for students in grades 2 and 3\, caregiver and family activities\, free smoke alarm installation\, and fire drill practice. The program now has state-level teams established in 34 states and nearly 300 active local teams\, with documented results including a nearly 50% increase in student knowledge\, 17 lives saved to date\, and almost 80\,000 smoke alarms installed. Join this NVFC webinar to learn how your department can bring Sound Off to your community\, including how the program uses Community Risk Reduction (CRR) best practices to achieve measurable results\, an overview of its free\, professionally designed resources for reaching students and families\, and ideas for delivering Sound Off through volunteer fire departments\, with or without staff available to visit classrooms during the day. \nPresenters: Meri-K Appy & Jessica Sondgeroth
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-hometown-sound-off-reaching-communities-served-by-volunteer-fire-departments-with-free-resources/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T193000
DTSTAMP:20260820T213400Z
CREATED:20260820T213400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T213400Z
UID:23972-1788375600-1788377400@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:NVFC R&R Coffee Talk: Fire Prevention Week & Recruitment
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Candice McDonald and Chief Joel Cerny\, along with guests Sheri Nickel and Meredith Herman\, for an interactive discussion on Fire Prevention Week & Recruitment. The session will run 30 minutes and include audience Q&A. Register.
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/nvfc-rr-coffee-talk-fire-prevention-week-recruitment/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T200000
DTSTAMP:20260129T201159Z
CREATED:20260129T201159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T201159Z
UID:22974-1788458400-1788465600@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person - Building a Healthy and High-Performing Fire Department
DESCRIPTION:This course from the National Volunteer Fire Council and the American Psychological Association’s Center for Organizational Excellence is designed to empower fire department leadership to promote and support healthy\, high-performing fire/EMS departments. Based on the framework from the Psychologically Healthy Fire Departments initiative\, this course focuses on six key practices – member involvement\, health and safety\, member growth and development\, work-life-volunteer balance\, member recognition\, and effective communication – to facilitate member well-being and department functioning.  \nInstructor: Dave Lewis
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-building-a-healthy-and-high-performing-fire-department-6/
LOCATION:Oktibbeha County 911 Dispatch Building\, 106 E Main Street\, Starkville\, MS\, 39759\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T150000
DTSTAMP:20260804T215654Z
CREATED:20260722T154749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T215654Z
UID:23841-1789048800-1789052400@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable Talk – Fire Prevention Week: Reduce Lithium-Ion Battery Fires
DESCRIPTION:Fire Prevention Week is October 4 – 10\, 2026. This year’s theme – “Charge Into Fire Safety ™. Safe Charging is a Superpower” – focuses on the everyday charging habits that can help reduce the risk of lithium-ion battery fires and keep homes and communities safer. This one-hour NVFC Roundtable Talk will bring subject matter experts together to share best-practices on ways fire and emergency service departments can engage citizens to practice safety when they plug in and power up.  \nPresenters: Maria Bostian\, Charlotte (NC) Fire Department\, Bruce Bouch\, USFA\, Michael McLeieer (Moderator)\, E.S.C.A.P.E. Inc.\, Sylvia Peace\, Greenville Fire-Rescue (TX)\, and Kelly Ransdell\, NFPA \nRegister
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/roundtable-talk-fire-prevention-week-reduce-lithium-ion-battery-fires/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T194220Z
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UID:23475-1789200000-1789214400@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person – EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques
DESCRIPTION:As the number of electric vehicles on the roadways increases\, it is important for first responders to understand how a response involving these types of vehicles is different than those with an internal combustion engine. This awareness and fundamentals course will introduce first responders to hybrid and electric vehicles\, share data and resources\, and equip first responders with the knowledge and tools to respond more safely when a hybrid or electric vehicle is involved in an incident. This training will require space outside for a hands-on component with an electric vehicle. \nInstructor: Corey McCartney
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-ev-afv-incident-management-safety-and-response-techniques-33/
LOCATION:Washington County Public Safety Training Center\, 18350 Public Safety Pl\, Hagerstown\, MD\, 21740\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T150000
DTSTAMP:20260804T215408Z
CREATED:20260804T214644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T215408Z
UID:23903-1789480800-1789484400@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar - Learn How to Maximize Your NVFC Member Experience
DESCRIPTION:Are you making the most of your NVFC membership? Whether you’re a new member\, a longtime member looking for a refresher\, or a prospective member interested in learning more\, this webinar will help you take full advantage of all the NVFC has to offer. Join us September 15 at 2 pm ET for a walkthrough of the NVFC member portal; an overview of exclusive member benefits\, including a detailed look at the First Responder Helpline from Business Health Services (BHS) staff; and practical tips for getting the most value from your membership. Register. \nPresenters: Alyssa Dara Callie Fry Laura Towers
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-learn-how-to-maximize-your-nvfc-member-experience/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204622Z
CREATED:20260424T204622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T204622Z
UID:23489-1789581600-1789592400@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person - Building a Healthy and High-Performing Fire Department
DESCRIPTION:This course from the National Volunteer Fire Council and the American Psychological Association’s Center for Organizational Excellence is designed to empower fire department leadership to promote and support healthy\, high-performing fire/EMS departments. Based on the framework from the Psychologically Healthy Fire Departments initiative\, this course focuses on six key practices – member involvement\, health and safety\, member growth and development\, work-life-volunteer balance\, member recognition\, and effective communication – to facilitate member well-being and department functioning. \nInstructor: Dave Lewis
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-building-a-healthy-and-high-performing-fire-department-7/
LOCATION:Washington Hook & Ladder Co. #1\, 272 County Avenue\, Secaucus\, NJ\, 07094\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T110000
DTSTAMP:20260728T162942Z
CREATED:20260728T162942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T162942Z
UID:23875-1789808400-1789815600@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person - Essentials of Volunteer Retention & Recruitment
DESCRIPTION:Many fire and EMS departments across the nation are struggling to find new volunteer members and retain their current members. This session discusses the challenges of recruiting volunteers\, presents valuable research collected as part of the NVFC’s Make Me A Firefighter campaign\, and offers ideas to help overcome recruiting challenges. Potential retention solutions and the importance of leadership will also be covered. \nInstructor: Doug Cline
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-essentials-of-volunteer-retention-recruitment-5/
LOCATION:Lumberton Rescue and EMS\, 2391 N Roberts Ave\, Lumberton\, NC\, 28358\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260609T150413Z
CREATED:20260609T150413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T150413Z
UID:23704-1789894800-1789909200@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: Incident Safety Officer Training
DESCRIPTION:The NVFC’s Incident Safety Officer (ISO) training will give students an overview of the role of an ISO and cover communications and safety\, as well as the practical application of this information. Please note\, this is not an ISO certification program. \nInstructor\, Brian Foley \n 
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-incident-safety-officer-training/
LOCATION:Camp Dawson\, 1000 Army Rd\, Kingwood\, WV\, 26537\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T150000
DTSTAMP:20260903T170525Z
CREATED:20260903T170525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T170525Z
UID:24043-1791381600-1791385200@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Train-the-Trainer Webinar – How to Effectively Give a Distracted Driving Presentation to Teens
DESCRIPTION:We know that distracted driving is an epidemic. As emergency responders\, we see firsthand the devastating effects of distracted driving in terms of lives lost and injuries to the public\, especially teens. Distracted driving also affects us\, with struck-by incidents increasing every year. Accordingly\, many departments are adding distracted driving education to their community risk reduction plans. In this train-the-trainer webinar\, learn how to effectively educate teens about the dangers of distracted driving. The session is taught by Joel Feldman\, founder of EndDD.org and a retired attorney from Philadelphia. Since his daughter Casey was killed by a distracted driver\, Joel has worked tirelessly to educate the public about the dangers of distracted driving. His teen presentation has been given to more than 500\,000 students across the country by volunteer speakers from a wide range of professions\, including firefighters. \nWe all complain about distracted drivers. Isn’t it time to do something about it? When firefighters talk\, people listen. Your community\, especially teens\, need your help to end distracted driving. \nPresenter: Joel Feldman \nRegister
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/train-the-trainer-webinar-how-to-effectively-give-a-distracted-driving-presentation-to-teens/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T150000
DTSTAMP:20260922T183601Z
CREATED:20260828T211715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T183601Z
UID:24017-1791900000-1791903600@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar - Preventing Fatalities and Serious Injuries from Fires and Explosions in Silos
DESCRIPTION:On May 15\, 2026\, two volunteer firefighters died following an explosion of an oxygen-limiting silo that occurred at a lumber mill. The incident was investigated by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Fire Fighter Fatality Investigation and Prevention Program (FFFIPP) so that the fire service can learn from this incident and prevent future tragedies. In the first part of this presentation\, senior investigator Wesley R. Attwood will share the incident details\, contributing factors that led to the fatalities\, and prevention actions to help fire departments prevent future incidents involving silo fire response. In the second part of the presentation\, Eric Rickenbach and Travis Martin of RescueTechs\, LLC will provide a discussion of initial strategy and tactics fire departments can use for silo fire response. \nPresenters: Wesley Attwood\, Travis Martin\, and Eric Rickenbach \nRegister
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-preventing-fatalities-and-serious-injuries-from-fires-and-explosions-in-silos/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195138Z
CREATED:20260424T195138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T195138Z
UID:23481-1792224000-1792238400@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person - Leadership for the Fire and Emergency Services
DESCRIPTION:Quality leadership is essential for the fire and emergency services to accomplish the mission\, improve member satisfaction\, and best serve the community. This course examines leadership styles\, qualities\, ethics\, and best practices to help your department function at a high level and avoid fire and emergency services leadership pitfalls. Retention research will also be discussed to help leaders understand retention concerns and identify solutions. \nInstructor: Kait Meeker \nTo register email Kerry Federer at editor@illinoisfirefighters.org
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-leadership-for-the-fire-and-emergency-services-5/
LOCATION:Peoria Fire Academy\, 7130 North Galena Rd\, Peoria\, IL\, 61614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195320Z
CREATED:20260424T195320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T195320Z
UID:23483-1792245600-1792260000@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person - EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques
DESCRIPTION:As the number of electric vehicles on the roadways increases\, it is important for first responders to understand how a response involving these types of vehicles is different than those with an internal combustion engine. This awareness and fundamentals course will introduce first responders to hybrid and electric vehicles\, share data and resources\, and equip first responders with the knowledge and tools to respond more safely when a hybrid or electric vehicle is involved in an incident. This training will require space outside for a hands-on component with an electric vehicle. \nInstructor: Bill Offerman \nTo register email Kerry Federer at editor@illinoisfirefighters.org
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-ev-afv-incident-management-safety-and-response-techniques-36/
LOCATION:Peoria Fire Academy\, 7130 North Galena Rd\, Peoria\, IL\, 61614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260922T180827Z
CREATED:20260922T180827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T180827Z
UID:24129-1792591200-1792594800@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – Behind the 8 Ball: The First 15 Minutes on the Fireground
DESCRIPTION:Does the term “do more with less” sound familiar? For many volunteer and combination departments\, that’s a daily reality – and it matters most in the critical first minutes of an incident. This webinar will review incident priorities and how staffing levels can make all the difference between winning and losing on the fireground. We’ll discuss staffing studies that have been completed and how departments can use that data to their advantage. We’ll also review NFPA 1710 and 1720\, along with the OSHA standard for 2-in/2-out\, and what these mean for departments working with limited staffing. \nPresenter: Timothy Cowan \nRegister
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-behind-the-8-ball-the-first-15-minutes-on-the-fireground/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026
DTSTAMP:20260820T165704Z
CREATED:20260817T160239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T165704Z
UID:23960-1792800000-1792972799@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person - Wildland Fire Assessment Program (WFAP)
DESCRIPTION:The NVFC\, in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service\, offers an in-person training course to teach fire service volunteers how to properly conduct safety assessments for homes located in the wildland-urban interface and provide recommendations to residents to protect their property from wildfires. \nClassroom Session (Saturday\, October 24\, 2026 – 0800-1200 PT)\nYou’ll learn the fundamentals of assessing a home and working with residents to make their property\nmore resilient to wildfires. \nHands-on Training (Sunday\, October 25\, 2026 – 0800-1200 PT)\nPut it into practice! You’ll evaluate a home in the community to gain a better understanding of a home\nassessment and put classroom knowledge into action. \nInstructors: James Klyn and Steve McClintock
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-wildland-fire-assessment-program-wfap-7/
LOCATION:Smith River FPD New Station 1\, 301 North Fred Haight Dr.\, Smith River\, CA\, 95567\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T150000
DTSTAMP:20260922T181137Z
CREATED:20260922T181137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T181137Z
UID:24131-1793196000-1793199600@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable Talk – Is NFPA Standard Adoption Really All or Nothing?
DESCRIPTION:NFPA standards are meant to establish a baseline of safety and operational performance\, but many departments assume adoption is an all-or-nothing decision – and that’s one of the most misunderstood aspects of how these standards actually work. This NVFC Roundtable Talk brings together subject matter experts to unpack where the line really falls between what’s required\, what’s recommended\, and what’s realistically achievable for individual departments. Panelists will discuss how standards can be modified to fit local needs and resources unless mandated by law\, what departments should weigh when new or merged standards come with real cost implications\, and how fire and emergency service organizations can move from confusion to confident implementation. \nPresenters: John Buckman (moderator)\, Doug Cline\, Joe Maruca\, and Robin Zevotek\n \nRegister
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/roundtable-talk-is-nfpa-standard-adoption-really-all-or-nothing/
LOCATION:NC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T193000
DTSTAMP:20260922T181400Z
CREATED:20260922T181400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T181400Z
UID:24133-1793300400-1793302200@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:R&R Coffee Talk: Retention & Recruitment for Combination Departments
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Candice McDonald and Chief Joel Cerny\, along with guests Douglas Cline and Chief Corey Smedley\, for an interactive discussion on Retention & Recruitment for Combination Departments. The session will run 30 minutes and include audience Q&A. \nRegister
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/rr-coffee-talk-retention-recruitment-for-combination-departments/
LOCATION:NC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T150000
DTSTAMP:20260922T181638Z
CREATED:20260922T181638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T181638Z
UID:24135-1793714400-1793718000@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable Talk – Reducing Risk: An Insurance Industry Perspective on Fire Service Claims and Prevention
DESCRIPTION:Every fire and emergency service department has a level of risk to contend with\, but there are steps leaders and individuals can take to help mitigate risks and better protect both the department and personnel from negative outcomes. This NVFC Roundtable Talk brings together insurance industry experts to explore what claims data reveal about risk in the fire service\, from the leading causes of injury to the legal and litigation trends shaping the industry today. Panelists will share perspectives from both the department and personal-insurance sides\, covering the claims they see most often\, where prevention can have the biggest impact\, and why catching health issues early — and building everyday safety habits — can save both lives and costs. Join us for a candid look at how understanding claims data can help fire and emergency service departments reduce risk and better protect their members. \nPresenters: Quentin Cash (Moderator)\, Cherryville Fire Department; Roxanne Dean\, California Casualty Management Company; Daren D’Ippolito\, Provident; Scott Harkins\, VFIS; Patrick Quinn\, McNeil & Company\n \nRegister
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/roundtable-talk-reducing-risk-an-insurance-industry-perspective-on-fire-service-claims-and-prevention/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260925T212510Z
CREATED:20260925T212437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T212510Z
UID:24142-1793800800-1793804400@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – New Ways Volunteer Fire Organizations Can Use Drones
DESCRIPTION:Drones can enhance fire department operations\, and recent changes add even more ways that departments can incorporate drone usage. Join the NVFC for this free webinarwith Chief Charles Werner (ret.)\, the director of DRONERESPONDERS\, to learn ways drones can benefit public safety and how regulatory changes now allow volunteer drone operations that were previously prohibited. Participants will then take a deep dive into how to implement a public safety drone program\, including important considerations and guidelines. \nPresenters: Chief Charles L. Werner\, EFO (Ret.\, Emeritus)\n \nRegister
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-new-ways-volunteer-fire-organizations-can-use-drones/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261108T170000
DTSTAMP:20260914T184621Z
CREATED:20260914T184621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T184621Z
UID:24084-1794142800-1794157200@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person - The Power of Hope: Strengthening Resilience and Wellbeing in First Responders
DESCRIPTION:First responders face unique and repeated stressors which wear down the systems for resilient thinking. This course explores the role of hope in first responder resilience. The course examines Dr. Richard Snyder’s Hope Theory and how it can be used to enhance resilience\, wellbeing\, and purpose for first responders – both personally and within your department. Topics include hope as it applies to moral injury\, trauma\, and agency\, and the role of leadership\, mentors\, and peer support in cultivating hope in their responders. \nInstructor: Dave Lewis \n 
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-the-power-of-hope-strengthening-resilience-and-wellbeing-in-first-responders-3/
LOCATION:Calvert County Public Safety\, 110 Main Street\, Prince Frederick\, MD\, 20678\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T220000
DTSTAMP:20260901T131749Z
CREATED:20260901T131749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T131749Z
UID:24036-1794333600-1794348000@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person - The Power of Hope: Strengthening Resilience and Wellbeing in First Responders
DESCRIPTION:First responders face unique and repeated stressors which wear down the systems for resilient thinking. This course explores the role of hope in first responder resilience. The course examines Dr Richard Snyder’s Hope Theory and how it can be used to enhance resilience\, wellbeing\, and purpose for first responders – both personally and within your department. Topics include hope as it applies to moral injury\, trauma\, and agency\, and the role of leadership\, mentors\, and peer support in cultivating hope in their responders. \nInstructor: Dave Lewis \n 
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-the-power-of-hope-strengthening-resilience-and-wellbeing-in-first-responders-2/
LOCATION:Roper Volunteer FD\, 410 NC HWY 32\, Roper\, NC\, 27970\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260925T212721Z
CREATED:20260925T212721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T212721Z
UID:24144-1795010400-1795014000@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable Talk - Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late: Develop Future Leaders Now
DESCRIPTION:Effective\, informed\, and consistent leadership is one of the keys to a successful fire or EMS department. However\, succession planning often gets put off until a chief is nearing retirement – and by then\, it’s already too late to cultivate the next generation of leaders. Join this one-hour NVFC Roundtable Talk to learn how volunteer fire departments can identify and develop future leaders early\, preserve institutional knowledge before it walks out the door\, and turn succession planning into an actual practice rather than an afterthought. A department with prepared leaders is a safer\, more resilient one. \nPresenters: John Alston\, Jeff Cash\, Denis Onieal\, Ken Willette (Moderator) \nRegister
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/roundtable-talk-dont-wait-until-its-too-late-develop-future-leaders-now/
LOCATION:NC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T220000
DTSTAMP:20260424T194747Z
CREATED:20260424T194747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T194747Z
UID:23479-1795543200-1795557600@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person – EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques
DESCRIPTION:As the number of electric vehicles on the roadways increases\, it is important for first responders to understand how a response involving these types of vehicles is different than those with an internal combustion engine. This awareness and fundamentals course will introduce first responders to hybrid and electric vehicles\, share data and resources\, and equip first responders with the knowledge and tools to respond more safely when a hybrid or electric vehicle is involved in an incident. This training will require space outside for a hands-on component with an electric vehicle. \nInstructor: William Offerman
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-ev-afv-incident-management-safety-and-response-techniques-35/
LOCATION:Hastings Rural Volunteer Fire Station 10\, 2985 S Baltimore Ave\, Hastings\, NE\, 68901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260925T213203Z
CREATED:20260925T213203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T213203Z
UID:24146-1796306400-1796310000@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Roundtable Talk – Think Smaller\, Win Bigger: Crafting Winning Grant Narratives
DESCRIPTION:Finding funding opportunities is only half the battle – telling your department’s story in a way that resonates with reviewers is what turns an application into an award. In this Roundtable Talk\, a panel of experts will shift the focus beyond federal grants to the smaller\, private funding opportunities that are often overlooked. Panelists will share real success stories\, practical tips for writing a compelling narrative\, and how to make the most of the grant resources and guidance available through your NVFC membership. This Roundtable Talk is sponsored by Responder Max.  \nPresenters: Breanna Adams\, Walter Campbell (Moderator)\, Dave Lewis\, Kait Meeker \nRegister
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/roundtable-talk-think-smaller-win-bigger-crafting-winning-grant-narratives/
LOCATION:NC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260925T213702Z
CREATED:20260925T213702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T213702Z
UID:24147-1796738400-1796742000@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:Webinar - Supporting Behavioral Health Through the Holidays: Resilience in the Fire and Emergency Services
DESCRIPTION:The holidays can be a difficult time for first responders\, often bringing strained relationships\, added stress\, and emotional weight. Join the NVFC for a webinar on behavioral health during the holiday season\, covering moral injury\, depression\, and the toll the season can take on relationships\, along with practical strategies to stay healthy and resilient. \nPresenter: Jeff Dill \nRegister
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/webinar-supporting-behavioral-health-through-the-holidays-resilience-in-the-fire-and-emergency-services/
LOCATION:NC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T223000
DTSTAMP:20260219T142753Z
CREATED:20260219T142753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T142753Z
UID:23073-1797359400-1797373800@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person - EV/AFV Incident Management: Safety and Response Techniques
DESCRIPTION:As the number of electric vehicles on the roadways increases\, it is important for first responders to understand how a response involving these types of vehicles is different than those with an internal combustion engine. This awareness and fundamentals course will introduce first responders to hybrid and electric vehicles\, share data and resources\, and equip first responders with the knowledge and tools to respond more safely when a hybrid or electric vehicle is involved in an incident. This training will require space outside for a hands-on component with an electric vehicle. \nInstructor: Brian Focht
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-ev-afv-incident-management-safety-and-response-techniques-23/
LOCATION:Cheesequake Volunteer Fire Company\, 113 Route 34\, Matawan\, NJ\, 07747\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270116T150000
DTSTAMP:20260901T130848Z
CREATED:20260901T130848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T130848Z
UID:24034-1800090000-1800111600@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person - Essentials of Volunteer Retention and Recruitment and Building a Healthy and High-Performing Fire Department
DESCRIPTION:Essentials of Volunteer Retention and Recruitment (2 hrs) \nMany fire and EMS departments across the nation are struggling to find new volunteer members and retain their current members. This session discusses the challenges of recruiting volunteers\, presents valuable research collected as part of the NVFC’s Make Me A Firefighter campaign\, and offers ideas to help overcome recruiting challenges. Potential retention solutions and the importance of leadership will also be covered. \nBuilding a Healthy and High-Performing Fire Department (3 hrs) \nThis course from the National Volunteer Fire Council and the American Psychological Association’s Center for Organizational Excellence is designed to empower fire department leadership to promote and support healthy\, high-performing fire/EMS departments. Based on the framework from the Psychologically Healthy Fire Departments initiative\, this course focuses on six key practices – member involvement\, health and safety\, member growth and development\, work-life-volunteer balance\, member recognition\, and effective communication – to facilitate member well-being and department functioning. \nInstructor: Dave Lewis
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-essentials-of-volunteer-retention-and-recruitment-and-building-a-healthy-and-high-performing-fire-department/
LOCATION:Marion Community Fire Department\, 116 East Main Street\, Marion\,\, MI\, 49665\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270123T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270123T143000
DTSTAMP:20260728T162700Z
CREATED:20260728T162700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T162700Z
UID:23873-1800693000-1800714600@www.nvfc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person – Essentials of Volunteer Retention and Recruitment & Building a Healthy and High-Performing Fire Department
DESCRIPTION:Essentials of Volunteer Retention and Recruitment \nMany fire and EMS departments across the nation are struggling to find new volunteer members and retain their current members. This session discusses the challenges of recruiting volunteers\, presents valuable research collected as part of the NVFC’s Make Me A Firefighter campaign\, and offers ideas to help overcome recruiting challenges. Potential retention solutions and the importance of leadership will also be covered. \nBuilding a Healthy and High-Performing Fire Department \nThis course from the National Volunteer Fire Council and the American Psychological Association’s Center for Organizational Excellence is designed to empower fire department leadership to promote and support healthy\, high performing fire/EMS departments. Based on the framework from the Psychologically Healthy Fire Departments initiative\, this course focuses on six key practices – member involvement\, health and safety\, member growth and development\, work-life-volunteer balance\, member recognition\, and effective communication – to facilitate member well-being and department functioning. \nInstructor: Dave Lewis
URL:https://www.nvfc.org/event/in-person-essentials-of-volunteer-retention-and-recruitment-building-a-healthy-and-high-performing-fire-department/
LOCATION:Eastern CT State University – Library\, 83 Windham Street\, Willimantic\,\, CT\, 06226\, United States
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