National Wildfire Suppression Association

National Wildfire Suppression Association The National Wildfire Suppression Association represents the Professional Private Wildland Fire Indus
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What can NWSA Provide you with?

• Discounts from our Corporate Sponsors (we have attached a couple of flyers around some of those discounts)
• Information Exchange – we spend a lot of time working with our agency partners and sharing updated information as we receive it.
• National Conference in the Winter that includes workshops, agency presentations, vendor show, and an opportunity to connect w

ith your peers from around the US and beyond.
• A Incident Qualification System to track training for your employees as well as producing recognized Incident Qualification Cards for your personnel.
• We have a large cadre of instructors that can provide NWCG training under our Memorandums of Understanding with many regional Wildfire Coordinating Groups. You can find posted training here.
• Webinars hosted by NWSA with USDOL and others around regulations of our industry and how to comply.
• A full color magazine Fireline bi annually that is focused on our industry and is sent to agency personnel, congressional staff, landowners and other interested parties.
• NWSA has over 30 years’ worth of building relationships with our agency partners in an effort to problem solve on issues related to our industry.
• You can place help wanted ads or equipment for sale here.
• We have paid staff to assist you with your needs or provide resources that can provide you with the help needed.

Oregon burned more acres in 2024 than in at least 100 YEARS!What happens when the agencies can't keep up? They call on N...
06/15/2026

Oregon burned more acres in 2024 than in at least 100 YEARS!

What happens when the agencies can't keep up? They call on NWSA members.
Read how private contractors are the backbone of wildfire response in the Pacific Northwest — Summer issue of Fireline. Link in bio.

You can see the link for Burks Go Fund me account as well as where to send cards.
06/01/2026

You can see the link for Burks Go Fund me account as well as where to send cards.

To the thousands in the wildland fire community reading this: yes, the rumors are true. And yes, the irony meter has…

Our hearts and thoughts are with Burk and he will continue to be in our prayers.
06/01/2026

Our hearts and thoughts are with Burk and he will continue to be in our prayers.

A Message from the Board of Directors, Wildland Firefighter Foundation

Dear Wildland Firefighter Foundation Family,

We have difficult news to share. Our Executive Director, Burk Minor, recently sustained serious burn injuries and is currently receiving treatment at the University of Utah Burn Center in Salt Lake City, where he is receiving outstanding care. While the road ahead will require time, focus, and healing, Burk remains in good hands and is deeply appreciative of the tremendous outpouring of support he has received from the wildland fire community and beyond.

To help keep everyone informed, a CaringBridge site has been established where official updates regarding Burk's condition and recovery will be shared. We ask that everyone use this resource as the primary source for information and updates. A GoFundMe has also been established to assist Burk and his family during his recovery.

The messages, texts, cards, prayers, positive thoughts, and words of encouragement have meant a great deal to Burk and his family. Your continued support is welcomed and appreciated.

During Burk's recovery, Dina Pfeifer, alongside the dedicated Wildland Firefighter Foundation staff, Board of Directors, and our nationwide network of supporters and partners, will coordinate day-to-day operations and ensure that the Foundation continues serving wildland firefighters and their families without interruption.

While things may look a little different in the coming weeks and months, the Foundation remains fully operational. Our commitment to supporting the wildland fire community remains unchanged, and services will continue as we work together to carry forward the mission Burk has championed for so many decades.

Burk has spent his life showing up for others during some of their most difficult moments. Now, as he focuses on healing, we have the opportunity to show up for him. On behalf of Burk, his family, the staff, and the Board of Directors, thank you for your continued support, patience, encouragement, and care.

With gratitude, Board of Directors, Wildland Firefighter Foundation

NWSA is seeking its next Executive Director, a leader ready to step into one of the most consequential roles in wildland...
05/27/2026

NWSA is seeking its next Executive Director, a leader ready to step into one of the most consequential roles in wildland fire.

Learn more and download the job info.

NWSA is seeking its next Executive Director, a leader ready to step into one of the most consequential roles in wildland fire. Private contractors are a critical part of America's wildfire response, and yet this industry continues to fight for the recognition it has earned. NWSA's 300+ member compan...

Our member companies maintain trained, NWCG-compliant crews year-round. We're ready to mobilize within days under existi...
05/06/2026

Our member companies maintain trained, NWCG-compliant crews year-round. We're ready to mobilize within days under existing federal agreements. No new programs. No new bureaucracy. Just proven professionals who've been part of the wildfire response system for over 40 years.

National Wildfire Suppression Association leadership is attending meetings in Washington D.C. this week, including with...
04/17/2026

National Wildfire Suppression Association leadership is attending meetings in Washington D.C. this week, including with the US Department of Labor Secretary and FEMA leadership to promote and educate them about the Professional Private Wildland Fire Services.

For over 40 years, private wildland fire contractors have worked alongside federal and state agencies as critical force ...
03/30/2026

For over 40 years, private wildland fire contractors have worked alongside federal and state agencies as critical force multipliers—not replacements.

NWSA represents 375 companies who operate under the same NWCG training standards, within the same dispatch systems, and alongside the same agency leadership. We can field over 12,000 trained firefighters during peak season—approximately 45% of national fire resources.

We supplement the system. We don't supplant it.

Thanks to all the vendors who were part of our 2026 Annual National Meeting!
03/14/2026

Thanks to all the vendors who were part of our 2026 Annual National Meeting!

This is your last-minute opportunity to join us as an event sponsor or vendor at the NWSA 2026 National Meeting, the top...
02/12/2026

This is your last-minute opportunity to join us as an event sponsor or vendor at the NWSA 2026 National Meeting, the top industry event. Our attendee list includes decision-makers from companies that work in the professional private wildland fire service, state and federal agency partners and more.

https://bit.ly/exhibitor_flyer

01/15/2026

The annual industry meeting is right around the corner!
📅 When: March 11-12, 2026 ​
📍 Where: Peppermill Tower Conference Center, Reno, NV

Interested in exhibiting or sponsoring?
Contact Us: ​[email protected] ​
1-877-676-6972

More info: https://nwsa.us/news

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228 SW Broadway
Mill City, OR
97360

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Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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