This year, the academy integrates what was commonly referred to as "Crew Camp", a weekend-long event for those wildland firefighters intending to assist other federal and state agencies across the nation - otherwise known as Pennsylvania Wildland Fire Crew (WFC).
Classes will run throughout the week, as well as all weekend long. The traditional "Basic" class for new members of WFC runs Friday through Sunday. This class requires registration through your local Forest District. To determine your district, and for contact info, visit http://www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateForests/FindAForest/Pages/default.aspx
As you can see on the course matrix (available on the registration site), you may sign up for one or several classes. Some classes have prerequisites, so be sure you are eligible prior to registering for a class. If you have questions regarding eligibility, contact your local forest district.
There is no tuition for any of the classes. Lodging and meals are also free for PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources employees, PA Forest Fire Wardens / Warden Crewmembers, and WFC crewmembers. Discounted lodging and meals are available for others upon request.
The contract for the location is currently in the final stages of approval. Once it's complete, we will announce the exact site in central PA.
Following registration at the site below, you will receive a confirmation email. This email is not a guarntee of placement. Class sizes are limited, so you will be contacted by March 30 regarding acceptance.
We hope to see you there!
Register here.
