Skip to main content

(10) | ! (2) | ( (1) | 1 (14) | 2 (168) | 3 (2) | 6 (7) | A (754) | B (353) | C (656) | D (482) | E (623) | F (988) | G (208) | H (419) | I (620) | J (474) | K (87) | L (351) | M (684) | N (736) | O (355) | P (587) | Q (19) | R (616) | S (1028) | T (331) | U (211) | V (138) | W (388) | X (5) | Y (11) | Z (8)
Title Author Last update
Kafka, Joe Anonymous (not verified)
Kahler, Adam Anonymous (not verified)
Kaminski, Catherine rnoneman
Kaniksu Anonymous (not verified)
Karalus, Kim Anonymous (not verified)
Karchut, Bryan Anonymous (not verified)
Karnowski, Al Anonymous (not verified)
Karpus, Paul rnoneman
Kavitz, Dustin Anonymous (not verified)
Kaweah Anonymous (not verified)
Kearney, Patrick Anonymous (not verified)
Keating, Molly sean.tullis
Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) Anonymous (not verified)
Keller, Floyd Anonymous (not verified)
Keller, Floyd Anonymous (not verified)
Kelly, Peter Anonymous (not verified)
Kemak, Kip Anonymous (not verified)
Kendall, Aaron rnoneman
Kennedy, Joe Sean Anonymous (not verified)
Kennedy, Tim Anonymous (not verified)
Kennedy, Tyler rnoneman
Kenney, Scott rnoneman
Kenny, Patrick Anonymous (not verified)
keratitis Anonymous (not verified)
Kerbow, Reese Anonymous (not verified)
Kerbow, Reese Anonymous (not verified)
Kerley, Joel Anonymous (not verified)
Kern County Fire Department Anonymous (not verified)
Kern, Mitchell Anonymous (not verified)
Kessler, Jon (Woody) Anonymous (not verified)
Kessler, Woody Anonymous (not verified)
Ketel, Philip Anonymous (not verified)
kill switch Anonymous (not verified)
Kilmer, Don Juan C. Anonymous (not verified)
Kind Anonymous (not verified)
kindling point Anonymous (not verified)

NWCG Latest Announcements

2025/2026 Leadership Campaign Quarter 2 Now Available!

Date: February 13, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Leadership Committee

NWCG is excited to announce that the Quarter Two materials for the 2025/2026 Wildland Fire Leadership Campaign are now available! This annual initiative invites all leadership and wildland fire management students to engage with essential skills and knowledge needed to lead effectively in dynamic environments.

This quarter focuses on Leadership Level 2: New Leader (Conveying Intent). Conveying intent is a crucial leadership competency in the high-risk, dynamic environment of wildland firefighting. Months 4 - 6 will concentrate on how successfully conveying intent enhances situational awareness, promotes shared understanding, and empowers firefighters to exercise initiative and adapt to changing conditions.

References:

2025/2026 NWCG Leadership Campaign - Leadership Levels

Wildland Fire Leadership Development Program

Leadership Committee

Opportunity to Serve the Wildland Fire Community as an IPTM SME!

Date: February 10, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: NWCG SME Specialist

NWCG is seeking experienced wildland firefighters and support personnel to serve as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for the Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM) initiative. The intent of IPTM is to transition NWCG’s training and qualification system to a performance-based model through updated position descriptions, Incident Position Standards, Next Generation Position Task Books (Next Gen PTBs), and updates to training where needed.

NWCG is currently recruiting SMEs for the following positions:

  • Aircraft Timekeeper (ATIM)
  • Compensation/Claims Unit Leader (COMP)
  • Cost Unit Leader (COST)
  • Crew Representative (CREP)
  • Deck Coordinator (DECK)
  • Fire Effects Monitor (FEMO)
  • Field Observer (FOBS)
  • Geographic Information System Specialist (GISS)
  • Ordering Manager (ORDM)
  • Receiving/Distribution Manager (RCDM)
  • Staging Area Manager (STAM)

Projects begin April/May 2026 and require 15–20 hours per month for 6–8 months, including a five-day workshop in Boise, Idaho this May. Apply by February 27, 2026, at the link below and review the attached document for details.

References:

NWCG SME Interest Sign-up

IPTM Subject Matter Expert Duties and Expectations Document

Incident Performance and Training Modernization (IPTM)

NEW! M-280, Resource Advisor, Fireline (Instructor-Led) Course Available Now

Date: January 29, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Resource Advisor Subcommittee

NWCG is pleased to announce the new M-280, Resource Advisor, Fireline (Instructor-Led) course is now available. This training supports individuals working towards Resource Advisor, Fireline (REAF) incident qualifications.

M-280, Resource Advisor, Fireline (Instructor-Led) training prepares students to serve as a Resource Advisor, Fireline (REAF) as defined in NWCG Incident Position Standards for Resource Advisor, Fireline, PMS 350-112. This course presents scenarios that reflect the diverse challenges a REAF may encounter during an incident. Through these scenarios, participants gain hands-on experience and an understanding of REAF responsibilities in a controlled learning environment.

References:

Resource Advisor, Fireline Position Page

NWCG Position Standards for Resource Advisor, Fireline, PMS 350-112

M-280, Resource Advisor, Fireline (Instructor-Led)

Wildland Fire Learning Portal

2026 Updates to the NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Position Qualifications, PMS 310-1

Date: January 23, 2026
Questions? 
Please contact: Incident and Position Standards Committee

The Incident and Position Standards Committee has updated the NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Position Qualifications, PMS 310-1.

These updates address changes to incident position names and requirements for qualification, training, and experience. Updates related to the implementation of Complex Incident Management (CIM) and Incident Performance Training Modernization (IPTM) are also included.

The NWCG Wildland Fire Position Qualification Flowchart, PMS 308 has also been updated to reflect the recent changes.

References:

NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Position Qualifications, PMS 310-1

NWCG Wildland Fire Position Qualification Flowchart, PMS 308

IPSC Memo 26-01: January 2026 Updates to the NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Positions Qualifications, PMS 310-1