Washington State Council of Fire Fighters

PAWS 4 A Cause Fundraiser
2022-03-16 23:02 UTC | Heritage Park, 701 Water Street W, Olympia, Washington, 98501
This dog friendly walk around Capitol Lake in Olympia will raise funds to support finding a cure for cancer. The WSCFF Benevolent Fund has provided support. Find more information about how to register and participate.

Local 452 Vancouver Spring Seminar Golf Tournament
2022-04-18 12:00 - 17:00 | Tri Mountain Golf Course, 1701 NW 299th Street, Ridgefield, Washington, 98642, United States
Local 452 Vancouver hosts the 2022 IAFF-WSCFF Jointly Sponsored Educational Seminar, starting with a Golf Tournament April 18, the day before the conference begins. Check-in at 12 noon, Shotgun Start at 1:00 p.m. There will be prizes, raffles and more! Box lunches and drink tokens will be provided. $75 per player, $300 per foursome. Click on the link below to register. Registrations must be received by April 11, 2022

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Educational Seminar
2022-04-19 09:00 - 2022-04-21 17:00 | Hilton Hotel, Vancouver, 301 W 6th St, Vancouver,, Washington, 98660, United States
The 2022 WSCFF/IAFF Educational Seminar is scheduled April 19-21 at the Hilton Vancouver. Local leaders register attendees and registration materials and hotel information has been provided. Local officers may visit the Officer Resources page for links to these materials. Find the agenda and information about speakers on the Education Page and

South King Firefighters Foundation Annual Golf Tournament
2022-06-04 10:00 - 17:00 | Allenmore Golf Course & Event Center, 2013 Cedar St., Tacoma, Washington, 98405
Join Local 2024 for this annual golf tournament to raise money for the charitable work of their foundation. There will be prizes awarded, a silent auction, and an urban barbeque buffet. Here’s the event flyer. You may register here. The event is sponsored by Archterra Landscape Services.

WSCFF Convention 3rd Annual Bike Ride
2022-06-27 09:00 - 11:30 | Veterans Memorial Golf Course, 201 E Rees Ave., Walla Walla, Washington, 99362
Join NW Fire Velo for this ride that starts from Veterans Memorial Golf Course and heads out on quiet, one way city streets. The route winds through town and on to scenic back roads traveling along the South Fork Walla Walla River Road. The route turns around where the pavement turns to trail and returns to the start where you will help send off the Convention Golf Tournament players. Here’s a GPS link for the route. The ride is 56 miles and will be led by NW Fire Velo member, Jamie Monroe. Jamie rode from LA to New York last summer for the 20th Anniversary of 911 Ride for America event.

The ride is FREE and open to all abilities. Please complete registration and insurance waiver prior to the event. Must provide own bicycle, helmet, and water, and follow all Washington state bicycling laws and rules.

Contact Northwest Fire Velo for more information.

WSCFF Convention MG Motorcycle Ride
2022-06-27 13:00 - 17:00 | Marcus Whitman Hotel, 6 W Rose St, Walla Walla, Washington, 99362, United States
Join the IAFF 7th District Motorcycle Group for a ride to benefit the IAFF 7th Benevolent Fund! The ride begins at the Marcus Whitman Hotel and Conference Center and concludes at Veterans Golf Course. Find REGISTRATION and WAIVER forms here.

WSCFF Convention Charity Golf Tournament
2022-06-27 13:00 - 17:00 | Veteran’s Memorial Golf Course, 201 E Rees Ave, Walla Walla, Washington, 99362
Join Walla Walla Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 404 for the WSCFF Convention Golf Tournament at Veteran’s Memorial Golf Course. The registration deadline is June 20, 2022. Tee time is 1:00 p.m.

Register here or make checks payable to: WWPFF Benevolent Association and mail entries to: Hook ‘ Slice, PO Box 1773, Walla Walla, WA 99362.

Entry includes 18 holes of golf, entry into Hole-in-One competitions, and a catered meal a the end of play. Please consider sponsoring, playing as a rookie or single player, or donating what you can give. This sponsorship helps send burned youth to a weeklong summer camp where they can be with their peers, help provide housing near Harborview’s Burn Center for the family of burn survivors, and help provide immediate assistance to local community members following a fire. Please contact Matt Ricks at 509-520-8262 for more information.

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2022 WSCFF Convention
2022-06-28 09:00 - 2022-06-30 17:00 | Marcus Whitman Hotel, 6 W Rose St, Walla Walla, Washington, 99362, United States
The WSCFF 83rd Annual Convention is June 28-30, 2022 in Walla Walla, Washington. Local 404 Walla Walla will host at the Marcus Whitman Hotel and Conference Center.

The Call to Convention has been sent to all WSCFF Local affiliate leaders. Officers may find more information here. There are two steps to register, one to register delegates and alternates and one to pay for registration.

Our Marcus Whitman Hotel block of rooms may fill quickly. Alternatives are available. Find hotel information here.

There are a number of events associated with convention, including a golf tournament on June 27. Information for other events will be added to the WSCFF Annual Convention page when they are available.

WSCFF Convention Spouses Class: Breaking Barriers to Communication
2022-06-28 09:30 - 11:00 | Local 404 Walla Walla Union Hall, 175 So Park St., Walla Walla, Washington, 99362
Stronger Families will present a 90-minute presentation on Breaking Barriers to Communication. Stronger Families offers life-changing relationship skills to military, veteran, and first responder families so they can be strong and thrive. This Breaking Barriers to Communication program is offered during the WSCFF Convention to spouses and partners attending convention with delegates and alternates. There is no fee to participate.

The class will be presented at the Local 404 Union Hall. It is about a 15-minute walk from the Marcus Whitman Hotel. Local 404 will also provide transportation starting at 9:00 a.m. from the main lobby of the Marcus Whitman.

WSCFF Convention Family Barbeque
2022-06-28 17:30 - 21:00 | Yellowhawk Resort, 2901 Old Milton Highway, Walla Walla, Washington, 99362
Local 404, Walla Walla invites convention delegates and alternates and families to Yellowhawk Resort for an outdoor family barbeque. In addition to dinner, activities include swimming and cornhole. Local 404 will have a historic fire truck on hand serving beer brewed by one of their retirees, and the resort will offer Yellowhawk Bubbles, their own sparkling wine. Transportation will be provided by shuttle buses from the Marcus Whitman. The first bus will leave the hotel at 5:00 and run until everyone has been transported to the venue. Buses will return guests from Yellowhawk to the hotel beginning at 7:00.

WSCFF Convention Wine Tour
2022-06-29 10:00 - 16:00 | Washington
The wine tour is a social sipping event for spouses and significant others attending the WSCFF convention with delegates and alternates. Space is limited and tasting fees may apply. Contact Racquel 503-412-9615 to reserve a spot. Check in at 9:30 a.m. in the Marcus Whitman Hotel Lobby.

WSLC 2022 Constitutional Convention
2022-07-19 08:00 - 2022-07-21 17:00 | Coast Wenatchee Hotel and Convention Center, 201 No. Wenatchee Ave., Wenatchee, Washington, 98801
The 2022 Constitutional Convention of the Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO will be July 19 – 21 at the Coast Wenatchee Hotel and Convention Center. The call to convention has gone out. All Washington State Council of Fire Fighters local affiliates belong to the WSLC. For more information about how to serve as a delegate, contact your local union.

Seattle Mariners Firefighters Appreciation Day
2022-07-24 13:10 - 16:10 | T-Mobile Park, 1250 1st Ave. So., Seattle, Washington, 98134
Come out to T-Mobile Park with your friends, family and colleagues for the annual Firefighters Day! Enjoy a Mariners v. Houston Astros game, and claim a limited-edition Firefighters Appreciation Day Mariners-themed item. Find more information here.

2nd Annual Kids' Chance of Washington Golf Tournament
2022-08-12 11:30 | Maplewood Golf Course, 4050 Maple Valley Rd, Renton, Washington, 98058, United States
2nd Annual Kids’ Chance of Washington Golf Tournament

Please join Kids ‘Chance of Washington at their 2nd annual golf tournament to bring together the business, labor, legal and other workers comp community members for a day of fun. Kids’ Chance of Washington is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization to provide needs-based scholarships to the children and spouses affected by these serious work-related injuries or conditions, Register here.

Washington State Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service
2022-08-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Washington State Fire Training Academy, 50810 Grouse Ridge Road, North Bend, Washington, 98045
Please join us to remember our fallen brothers and sisters. We are able to gather, again, in person for the first time since 2019. Find details and a list of those who will be honored here. Families, the honor of your presence is requested, please RSVP to Pat Ellis with the number of family members attending by August 10. Family check in on the day of the service is between 12:00 and 12:30 p.m.

Please note the location has moved from Olympia to the Washington State Fire Training Academy in North Bend, WA.

Burn Foundation Cornhole Tournament
2022-08-20 14:00 - 17:00 | Farmstrong Brewing Company, 110 Stewart Road, Mount Vernon, Washington, 98273
The WSCFF Burn Foundation presents the 2nd Annual Cornhole Tournament. 1st place prize: $500! Join us!

Local 2878 Eastside Firefighters Benevolent Fund Charity Golf Invitational
2022-08-29 00:00 - 23:59 | The Plateau Club, 25625 E Plateau Dr, Washington, 98074, United States
Please join Local 2878 Eastside Firefighters for the 2nd Annual Eastside Firefighters Benevolent Fund Charity Golf Invitational on August 29, 2022. All proceeds will benefit the Eastside Firefighters Benevolent Fund to help further their mission in “Giving back to the communities we protect.”

9:00 a.m.: Registration11:00 a.m.: Tee Off5:00 p.m.: Dinner, Silent Auction and Prices

First Responders Night at Cheney Stadium
2022-09-01 19:00 - 22:30 | Cheney Stadium, 2502 So. Tyler Street, Tacoma, Washington, 98405
Join Fellow First Responders for a great night at the stadium. All first responders have access to a special party deck ticket allowing you to enjoy the game in style with all your food and beverages included. Tickets are $40.50 and include access to the party deck, BBQ buffet, beer, wine, soda, and a First Responders Night t-shirt. Order tickets here.

Mariners First Responders Day
2022-09-11 13:10 - 17:00 | T-Mobile Park, 1250 1st Ave. So., Seattle, Washington, 98134
Come out to T-Mobile Park with your friends and family for our First Responders Day on Sunday, September 11 as the Mariners take on the reigning champion Braves. On this day, we’ll honor and reflect on the sacrifices our first responders have made, and continue to make, here in the Pacific Northwest and across the county.

First Responder Couples Retreat
2022-09-17 09:00 - 2022-09-18 15:00 | Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 900 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, Washington, 98004
This Stronger Families Couples Retreat includes one night at the Hyatt Regency Bellevue, lunches, coaching, and sessions from the OXYGEN Program, a national program that has served more than 60,000 first responder and military families. Register here.

IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial
2022-09-17 11:00 - 14:00 | Washington
The 2022 Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial ceremony will honor the 469 fallen members who would have been recognized at the canceled in-person 2020 and 2021 Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial ceremonies. The names were submitted between January 1, 2019, and December 31, 2020.

The ceremony will take place at the IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial, located on the corner of Pikes Peak Avenue and Hancock Avenue in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Fallen members who have died or are submitted as line-of-duty deaths between January 1, 2021, and December 31, 2022, will be added to the Wall of Honor at the 2023 Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial ceremony.

Find complete information here.

Butterfield Family Fundraiser
2022-09-25 11:00 - 21:00 | Washington
Captain Jerry Butterfield, a charter member of IAFF Local 4111, Burlington, is battling cancer. Local 4111 is hosting an event to help Jerry and his family. If you can, head to Railroad Pub and Pizza, 122 S. Spruce Street, Burlington, WA, on Sunday, September 25, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. to close. A portion of all sales will be donated to the family.

IAFF 7th District Mini ED
2022-09-29 09:00 - 17:00 | Washington
Take advantage of this IAFF 7th District Mini Educational program focusing on Basic Negotiations and Representation: Before the Attorney Arrives. This event will be held at Station House 726, lunch is provided.

WSCFF 6th & 8th District Mini Education Seminar
2022-10-06 09:00 - 16:00 | IBEW 191 Office Building, 3100 164th St NE, Marysville, wa, 98271
See Classes and Topics below. Please RSVP to Tim Hoover or Dean Shelton by October 1, 2022.

Classes/Topics:

IAFF & WSCFF Differences ~ Why We Belong: Anna Melillo, L3438

How to Get Involved in the Union: Reece Williams, L3219

Central Labor Council ~ What it Is, How it Works: Tony Melillo, L106 Peer Support ~ How to, Why it Matters, My Story: John Gallup, L1747 Politics ~ Why it Matters: WSCFF Legislative Team Union Spirit ~ Why Labor Matters: TBD

Continental Breakfast and Lunch Provided

WSCFF 3rd District Mini Ed Seminar: Discipline Done Right
2022-10-11 09:30 - 13:30 | Central Mason Fire & EMS HQ, 122 W. Franklin St., Shelton, Washington, 98584
Learn about the rights and responsibilities of members, obligations as union representatives, and how to “do it right” for supervisors plus get WSCFF updates from President Dennis Lawson.

IAFF 7th District Partnership Education Program
2022-10-17 09:00 - 2022-10-18 17:00 | Washington
The IAFF 7th District PEP program will take place in Boise, ID October 17-18, 2022 with a hosted reception October 16. Find details here, visit the conference website or contact the IAFF Education Department, 202.824.1533. PEP programs provide affiliate leaders with the training needed to develop their leadership skills and to stay abreast of the latest advancements in labor relations. Talk to your local leaders or contact DVP Ricky Walsh for more information.

Hope for Heroes Gala & Live Auction
2022-10-22 16:45 - 21:20 | Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 900 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, Washington, 98004
Stronger Families for Hope Heroes Gala brings together business leaders, influencers and supporters to give back to our heroes and their families. Find more information here. This special night features Auctioneer John Curley, a special jewelry grab sponsored by Uncommon James, incredible food and wine, a raffle, a next-level live auction and many other surprises.

IAFF ALTS Conference
2023-01-29 08:00 - 2023-02-01 17:00 | Washington
IAFF Affiliate Leadership Training Conference

Kelly L. Fox Legislative Conference
2023-02-07 08:00 - 2023-02-08 17:00 | Olympia Hotel at Capitol Lake, 2300 Evergreen Park Drive SW, Olympia, Washington, 98501
The Kelly L. Fox Legislative Conference is back, in person, February 7 & 8, 2023. Learn about legislative issues that impact our wages, working conditions, and pensions. Get to know your local elected officials. Network with IAFF members throughout the state. Local affiliate leaders must register attendees; hotel and registration information has been provided to them. Ask your local leader how you can participate!

First Responder Couples Retreat
2023-02-11 08:00 - 2023-02-12 17:00 | Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 900 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, Washington, 98004
You’re invited to a Stronger Families First Responder’s Couples Retreat. Savor some time together, recharge, get expert input and rekindle your relationship during these challenging times. The retreat includes one night at the Bellevue Hyatt, lunches, coaching, and sessions from OXYGEN, a national program serving US Military and First Responder families. Find registration information here.
