Arizona Wildfire Council Inc

To develop professional and safe responses in the wildland environment by offering training and education that meets or exceeds the National Wildfire Coordinating Group and FEMA standards.

Each year The Arizona Wildfire Council, Inc, offers a week long academy offering 45-50 classes in wildland firefighting and all-hazard incident management. We train over 700 individuals each year with volunteer instructors and team members from fire agencies across the country; USFS, BLM, BIA, National Park Service, Arizona Department of Emergency Management, Arizona Dept of Forestry and Fire Management, and many local fire districts all support our academy by helping to teach and of course sending their personnel. Over 80% of our students are from Arizona, with the other 20% (130 Students) representing approximately 20 other states. We work closely with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University to utilize their campus for our training. We provide over $25,000 in scholarships each year, mainly to rural and volunteer fire districts that are often the first defense in a wildland fire.

Many students return year after year so they can receive the best training in the region.

Testimonials

• It was not just a course. It was an experience that will help/guide me professionally and personally.
• I was forced to take this class- ended up really enjoying it.
• A fantastic experience
• Excellent & welcoming, a true pleasure
• I'm a first timer but not a last timer
• LOVED IT!
• Another excellent year for education/training
• Great instructors, very patient and informative
• GREAT JOB!
• Great instructors, great atmosphere
• I can't wait to come back!
• Excellent learning environment
• Another successful academy
• Great organization
• Great to meet other fire folks
• Academy is wonderful - Thank you!
• Keep up the great work
• I love everything you do for the fire community
• Excellent instruction!!
• 8th year at the Academy, great as always
• Very well prepared
• A great start to the fire season