Tag: Training

  • Registration is now open for the 2024 Pennsylvania Wildland Fire Academy Use the following QR code for registration. 2024 PA Academy Course Matrix

  • 2024 Wildfire Academy Updates

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  • 2022 Fire Academy Registration Now Open

    Mid-Atlantic Wildfire Academy June 6 – 10, 2022 Registration Available for Compact Members Garrett College, located in western Maryland, is proud to host the 2022 Mid-Atlantic Wildfire Training Academy, with training held on campus and virtually! For more information: Email: [email protected] Phone: 301-387-3771 Important Deadlines > Lodging Options Lodging fees are included in all 100 & 200…

  • 2021 Mid-Atlantic Wildfire Training Academy

    Garrett College was proud to host the 2021 Mid-Atlantic Wildfire Training Academy, located in Western Maryland, with trainings held on campus and virtually! Due to COVID-19, students registering for on-site training are required to remain on campus for the duration of his/her course(s). Course fees include a lodging and meal package based on the duration…

  • Over 180 students attend 2018 Wildfire Academy

    McHenry, Maryland — The eleventh Mid-Atlantic Wildfire Training Academy came to a close on June 8 with over 180 students participating. The academy offered 14 classes this year that are essential to wildland firefighting, including fire behavior, equipment use, and leadership development. These classes met National Wildfire Coordinating Group standards, and participants received a certificate…

  • Mid-Atlantic Fire Academy Field Training

    McHenry, Maryland — Students attending the eleventh annual Mid-Atlantic Wildfire Training Academy at Garrett College took part in field training exercises this week.  The L-280 “Followership to Leadership” course put students through their paces at the Garrett College Challenge Course.  Field group exercises included the “Whale Watch”, the “Australian Trolley”, and the “Coal Miners Maze”. …

  • 2018 Wildfire Training Academy at Garrett College

    McHenry, Maryland — Garrett College hosted the eleventh annual Mid-Atlantic Wildfire Training Academy June 4 through June 9. The academy is presented by the Mid-Atlantic Forest Fire Compact, Maryland Department of Natural Resources and the U.S. Forest Service. The academy offered14 classes this year that are essential to wildland firefighting, including fire behavior, equipment use,…