IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial
2023-09-16 11:00 - 14:00 UTC | IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial, 1315 E Pikes Peak Ave., Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80909
Located in the shadow of Pikes Peak in Colorado Springs, the Memorial honors the sacrifice made by IAFF members who have given their lives in the line of duty.

The 2023 Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial ceremony will honor those members who died or whose name were submitted between Jan. 1, 2021, and Dec. 31, 2022. Find more information here.

Medical Lake: Restoring Hope Auction - Uniting for Recovery
2023-09-23 16:00 - 19:00 | Washington
The Medical Lake community remains resilient hopeful in the face of adversity. This event includes entertainment, food, and a live and silent auction. If you can’t attend the event but wish to support this effort, the Cheney Firefighters Benevolent Fund is accepting contributions here. Or you can buy shirts and merchandise here.

Union Day with Cougar Football
2023-10-14 14:00 | Gesa Field, 720 NE Stadium Way, Pullman, Washington, 99164
Join Cougar Football for Union Appreciation Day and their match up against Arizona! Purchase tickets here.

IAFF 7th District Education Conference
2023-10-22 08:00 - 2023-10-24 17:00 | Boise Event Centre, 850 Front Street, Boise, Idaho, United States
Training formerly called IAFF 7th District PEP has been renamed IAFF 7th District Education Conference and will be held in Boise, ID October 22 – 24, 2023. Find Registration information here. Classes will be presented by the same instructors found at IAFF ALTS and Redmond Symposium, but classes are closer to home and less expensive.

The Conference will start on Sunday October 22nd with a hosted reception at the Boise Event Centere from 6 to 9 pm. On the 23rd we will have a plenary session from 0830 to noon that will include comments from General President Ed Kelly, General Secretary Frank Lima and senior IAFF staff. Classes start at 1 pm on the 23rd and run till 5 pm. Classes will start at 08:30 and run till noon. Breakfast will be served on the morning of the 24th before classes start. You can safely start flying out about 2 pm from the Boise Airport as it is only 10 minutes from the hotel and Centre.

Find a link to hotel reservations here.

First Responder Health & Wellness Conference
2023-11-02 08:00 - 2023-11-03 16:00 | DoubleTree by Hilton Seattle Airport, 18740 International Boulevard, Seattle, Washington, 98188
1st Responder Conferences is committed to the emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being of public safety professionals.

The two-day multifaceted training and networking events are for all 1st Responders, Police, Fire, EMS,Dispatchers, Military/Veterans, Corrections, Coroners, Chaplains, Retired First Responders, Spouses,Professional staff, Clinicians, and all those who work in or around the Public Safety field.

Both days include breakfast and lunch and a networking social, SWAG bag, and raffles.

Find more information here.

IAFF Affiliate Leadership Training Summit ALTS/Human Relations Conference HRC
2024-01-25 08:00 - 2024-01-28 17:00 | Washington
IAFF Affiliate Leadership Training Summit and Human Relations Conference will be held at the Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Find IAFF information here.

WSCFF Kelly L. Fox Legislative Conference
2024-02-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Capital Region ESD 113, 6005 Tyee Dr SW, Tumwater, WA, 98512, United States
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE IN DATE AND LOCATION

WSCFF members will gather at Capital Region ESD 113 to learn about 2024 legislative issues that impact our wages, working conditions, and pensions and then head to the Capitol campus to meet with elected officials. This is a great opportunity to learn about what the WSCFF does for you, and to network with IAFF members from across the state. A reception follows the conference at 5:30. Ask your local leaders how you can participate.

Registration and hotel information will be provided to local leaders in late December.

IAFF Legislative Conference
2024-03-04 08:00 - 2024-03-06 17:00 | Washington
Learn about IAFF priority legislation and advocate directly with elected officials on key federal issues. Contact the IAFF or your local leaders for more information.

Fire Ops 101
2024-03-21 16:00 - 2024-03-22 17:00 | Hammer Federal Training Center, 2890 Horn Rapids Road, Richland, Washington, 99354
IAFF 7th District Fire Ops 101 provides local IAFF affiliates an opportunity to invite elected officials and members of the media to experience the time critical, highly technical, labor intensive work of fire fighters and paramedics. IAFF 7th DVP Ricky Walsh has provided registration materials to local leaders.

A block of hotel rooms has been reserved at the Courtyard Richland Columbia Point. The rate is $139.00. Reservations must be made by February 19, 2024. Find a link here.

For more information or to register, contact the WSCFF office.

A mandatory registration/welcome reception is from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 21. Please plan to be at registration no later than 4:00 p.m. The main event is on Friday, March 22, and all participants and shadows should arrive at the HAMMER facility by 7 a.m.

Kitsap Trout Derby
2024-04-01 08:00 - 2024-06-01 17:00 | Washington
Kitsap Firefighters Benevolent Fund is partnering with Get Out and Fish for a Trout Derby. This unique event, hosted on the I-Angler app, allows participants to fish any body of water, anywhere, during the duration of the derby. proceeds benefit firefighters, families, and community members in need. Find more information here.

IAFF - WSCFF Jointly Sponsored Educational Seminar
2024-04-16 08:00 - 2024-04-18 17:00 | Hilton Hotel, Vancouver, 301 W 6th St, Vancouver,, Washington, 98660, United States
Network with WSCFF members from across Washington state, learn new skills and strategies, explore beautiful Vancouver, Washington. WSCFF locals may send as many participants as they deem necessary. An agenda and registration materials will be posted in February. Officers must register participants. Contact your local leaders or the WSCFF office for more information

IAFF Communications Training Academy
2024-04-28 08:00 - 2024-05-03 17:00 | Washington
The IAFF Communications Training Academy (CTA) provides a unique opportunity to expand your communications skills and give you the tools needed to effectively advance the cause of fire fighters. You’ll also receive training in the newest technology to best advance our mission. Contact the IAFF or IAFF 7th District VP Ricky Walsh for more information.

IAFF Political Training Academy
2024-04-28 08:00 - 2024-05-03 17:00 | Washington
Developed through FIREPAC, the IAFF’s A. Michael Mullane Political Training Academy educates and assists campaign veterans and political newcomers alike on how to run for elected office, manage a political campaign, or direct an affiliate’s political action program. Contact the IAFF or IAFF 7th District VP Ricky Walsh for more information.

2024 New Fire Fighter Conference (registration closed)
2024-05-14 08:30 - 2024-05-16 17:00 | Red Lion Columbia Center, 1101 N Columbia Center Blvd, Kennewick, Washington, 99336, United States
The 2024 IAFF 7th District New Fire Fighter Conference will be held May 14-16 at the Red Lion Columbia Center in Kennewick. Please note: a hosted welcome reception will be held on May 13, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. the night before the conference begins. This is a great opportunity for those who have been in the fire service five years or less to learn the role of a union fire fighter, to meet and network with fellow fire fighters from the IAFF 7th District – Montana, Idaho, Alaska, and Washington. Local leaders must register participants. Find an agenda here.

Labor Rally to end Boeing Firefighters LOCK-OUT
2024-05-18 11:00 - 13:00 | IAM 751 Machinists Union Hall, 9125 15th Pl S, Seattle, Washington, United States
Support Local I-66 Boeing Firefighters! Join us at the labor rally to end the lock-out.

IAFF 7th District Shad Derby
2024-06-17 08:00 - 2024-06-19 17:00 | Washington
IAFF 7th District Shad Derby, Umatilla OR

Charity Golf Invitational
2024-06-24 12:00 - 17:00 | Club Green Meadows, 7703 NE 72nd Ave, Vancouver, Washington, 98661
WSCFF 85th Annual Convention Golf Invitational, hosted by L452, Vancouver and presented by 1-800-BOARDUP, all proceeds will benefit the Vancouver Firefighters Community Assistance Fund, the WSCFF Burn Foundation, and the Firefighter Cancer Support Network. Scramble format. Click here to register. $125 per person, $460 per team of four through April 30. $150 per person after April 30. Registration closes May 31. Limited to 144 players.

MG Motorcycle Sasquatch Ride
2024-06-24 13:00 - 17:00 | Washington
WSCFF 85th Annual Convention event include a motorcycle ride the day before convention convenes. Any proceeds go to Vancouver Firefighters Community Assistance Fund. Starts at Hilton Vancouver, 301 West 6th St., Vancouver, WA and ends at Club Green Meadows, 7703 NE 72nd Ave., Vancouver, WA. Register here. Find an event flyer here.

WSCFF 85th Annual Convention Bike Ride
2024-06-24 15:00 - 18:00 | Washington
Meet at 3:00 at Vancouver Station 4 to join L452 for a guided evening ride at SW Washington’s premier MTB trail system. Find a flyer here. Register here. Cold Creek, Larch Mountain, 6th Sense Trails.

Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance

Trailforks Map

WSCFF 85th Annual Convention
2024-06-25 08:00 - 2024-06-27 17:00 | Hilton Hotel, Vancouver, 301 W 6th St, Vancouver,, Washington, 98660, United States
Convention, hosted by L452, Vancouver, will be held at the Hilton Vancouver Hotel. Find the official call to convention here. Officers must register delegates and alternates and may find registration information here.

Spouses Class and Social
2024-06-25 10:00 - 13:45 | IAFF Local 452 Vancouver Union Hall, 2807 NW Fruit Valley Road, Vancouver, Washington, 98660
Spouses who accompany WSCFF members to convention are invited to attend a class that will enhance understanding of our members challenges, followed by a wine tasting class. These events will be held at the Vancouver Firefighters Union Hall. Childcare and lunch will be provided. A shuttle from the Hilton Convention site to the union hall will be available. Pre-registration is required.

Melissa Wainwright, PhD, and wife of WSCFF 9th District Representative Jeff Wainwright, will present Work, Union, and Family Balance on Monday, June 19, from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.

The course will be an open discussion about achieving a balance between the life of the spouse or partner of a union official and protecting time for your family and yourself. There will also be coverage of behavioral resources and open discussions.

The class will be followed by a wine tasting class – Local 452 has arranged for a sommelier to come and teach how to discern flavors and complexities of various wines.

10:00 – 11:15 a.m. Class

11:15 – 11:45 Lunch

11:45 a.m. – 1:45 p.m. Wine Tasting

Convention Family Fun Night
2024-06-25 17:30 - 21:00 | Washington
A night of bowling and family fun for Convention delegates, families and guests. Three hours of bowling at Big Al’s, includes shoes, dinner, non-alcoholic beverages, and two drink tickets.

WSCFF Annual Awards Banquet
2024-06-26 18:30 - 21:00 | Hilton Hotel, Vancouver, 301 W 6th St, Vancouver,, Washington, 98660, United States
WSCFF leaders, convention delegates, alternates, families, and friends gather to celebrate our successes and recognize outstanding individuals who help make our work possible.

Kids' Chance Night at the Rainiers
2024-08-22 19:05 - 21:00 | Washington
Bring family and friends for a night of fun and baseball. Help support Kids’ Chance, a program that offers scholarships to children and families of workers killed or permanently injured on the job. Find a flyer with more information here. And purchase tickets here.

IAFF Convention 2024
2024-08-26 09:00 - 2024-08-30 17:00 | Washington
IAFF 57th Convention

Boston, Massachusetts

Consult your local leaders or contact the IAFF for more information.

Union Appreciation Day with WSU Cougar Football
2024-08-31 12:00 | Washington
Washington State University Football welcomes you to join Cougar Football for Union Day, to attend their matchup against Portland State!

Discounted tickets are available through this link.

Where: Gesa Field1775 NE Stadium Way, Pullman, WA 99164

F2T 101: Fitness Principles and Practice
2024-09-16 08:00 - 2024-09-19 17:00 | Washington
Hosted by Navy Region NW F&ES, The PFT certificate course, now known as F2T 101: Fitness Principles and Practice, is the flagship course of the IAFF’s Fit To Thrive (F2T) program. Designed using the latest research on fire fighter wellness and fitness, exercise science, and behavioral change, F2T 101 emphasizes the assessment, design, implementation, and leadership skills required to serve as an ambassador for wellness and fitness in the fire service.

The in-person F2T 101 course runs over four consecutive days and involves small and large-group activities, case studies and hands-on exercise sessions. It is designed specifically for fire fighters and EMS providers employed by a fire department.

To receive a PFT certificate, participants must attend all four days of the course and successfully pass the virtual exam, which is accessible four weeks after the course finishes. Once certified, PFTs will join the F2T community comprising of thousands of fire fighters across the United States and Canada.

Free event

Contact info@fittothrive.ca for your free registration, as space is limited.

Deadline to register is August 30, 2024.

Retirees Association Regional Meeting - Everett
2024-09-16 09:30 - 11:30 | Washington
Please join us for a complimentary breakfast from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Everett Firefighters Hall in Everett to catch up with other retirees and learn about the RA.

Location: Everett Firefighters Hall2411 Hewitt AveEverett, WA 98201

Cost: There is no cost to attend, and a full breakfast will be provided by Safari Foods.

To register: Please either register to attend via the registration link provided or by calling the office via email or phone, 360-943-03030 – so we can ensure proper set up and order the correct amount of food.

Agenda:

Welcome and Introduction

Breakfast and Networking

Interactive Session

RA Membership Information and Benefits

Closing Remarks and Next Steps

Whether you’re a longstanding member of the RA or considering joining, this meeting offers a great opportunity to engage with the RA Board, reconnect with old friends, and forge new connections.

Please spread the word to your retired WSCFF friends and help them register, too.

IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial
2024-09-21 12:00 - 15:00 | Washington
The 38th Annual Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 21,2024, in Colorado Springs Colorado. The IAFF will add the names of 306 fallen fighters from the United States and Canada to the Wall of Honor. Find more information on the IAFF website.

IAFF ALTS
2025-01-04 08:00 - 2025-01-08 17:00 | Washington
IAFF Vincent J. Bollon Affiliate Leadership Training Summit (ALTS) provides training, insights, and connections help develop union leaders. The 2025 Conference will be held in New Orleans, LA. Details about registration and lodging will be posted when they become availalble.
