KSFFA Events

**IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HOSTING A FIRE SCHOOL IN THE FUTURE, EMAIL SECRETARY@KSFFA.COM. PLEASE MAKE SURE TO INCLUDE YOUR CONTACT DETAILS.

Mail Reimbursement Form To: 
KSFFA - PO Box 3866, Topeka, KS 66604
or email the form to: treasurer@ksffa.com

Fire School Classes will begin at 8:00 am daily on Saturday and Sunday monthly. View the COURSE CATALOG for course descriptions

Travel expenses are reimbursable through the KSFFA SAFER Grant. Travel includes: hotel, mileage and per diem. *funding is not available for 100% career fire departments*

2025 Pratt Fire School
Apr
5
to Apr 6

2025 Pratt Fire School

2025 Pratt Fire School
April 5-6, 2025

Fire School will be held at Liberty Middle School - 300 S Jackson, Pratt, KS

Saturday Courses:

  • Vehicle Extrication - 8 hrs.

  • Fire Officer - 8 hr.

  • Pump Operations - 8 hrs.

  • Salvage & Overhaul - 4 hrs. (AM)

  • Engine to Fire - 4 hrs. (PM)

Sunday Courses:

  • Vehicle Fires - 4 hrs.

  • Ethanol - 4 hrs.

  • Lessons Learned - 4 hrs.

  • Safety & Survival - 4 hrs.

  • Fire Cause & Determination - 4 hrs.

Classes will begin at 8:00 am daily

View the COURSE CATALOG for course descriptions

Travel expenses are reimbursable through the KSFFA SAFER Grant.
Travel includes: hotel, mileage and per diem. *funding is not available for 100% career fire departments*

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2025 KSFFA Conference Golf Tournament
Apr
24

2025 KSFFA Conference Golf Tournament

2025 KSFFA Conference Golf Tournament

Register as a Team of 4 or an individual to be placed on a team for the KSFFA Golf Tournament on April 24th.
DEADLINE TO REGISTER:
March 28th

FORMAT
Four Person Scramble (18-Hole Tournament)
Registration starts at 9:00 AM
Shotgun Start at 10:00 AM

COST

 $75/Person or $300/Team
Include Carts, Green Fees & Lunch
$20 Team Mulligans

AWARDS

  • Prizes will be awarded to the winning team and runner up for two flights based on the number of teams registered. Additional flight prizes may be added. 

  • There will be club prizes given for the longest drive, closest to the pin and longest putt

  • Dixon Driver Hoop Challenge and Green Challenge

  • $10,000 hole-in-one challenge

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2025 KSFFA Annual Conference
Apr
25
to Apr 27

2025 KSFFA Annual Conference

2025 KSFFA Annual Conference
Hosted by the Ellis County Fire Department

Join us for the 2025 Kansas State Firefighters Association (KSFFA) Annual Conference, scheduled from April 25 to 27, 2025, at the Hilton Garden Inn in Hays, Kansas. This event offers a valuable opportunity for firefighters across the state to engage in professional development, training sessions, and networking activities.

We are excited to welcome Chief Scott Thompson as a featured speaker, bringing his expertise and leadership insights to this year's conference.

Attendees:
$80 - Department Delegates
$40 - Department Alternates (must register 4 delegates before alternates)
$30 - Additional Banquet Ticket

Vendors:
$250 Standard 10x10 Booth
$150 Hallway 10x10 Booth
$150 Outdoor Appaaratus Vendor Space

Each vendor is asked to donate a prize for a scavenger hunt drawing to help promote time spent with the vendors.

LODGING INFORMATION

Hilton Garden Inn Hays - $129 Rate
221 W. 43rd St, Hays, KS 67601
(785) 727-7721 (Reference Group Code: FIRE by March 27, 2025)
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AVID Hotel - $149 Rate
206 W. 43rd St, Hays, KS 67601|
(785) 625-1101 (Reference Group Code: KSFFA by March 31, 2025)
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AmericInn - $85 King Rate & $89 Double Queen or Executive King Rate
377 Mopar Dr, Hays, KS 67601
(785) 201-9984 (Reference Group Code: KSFFA by April 3, 2025)

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2025 Legislative Reception
Mar
3

2025 Legislative Reception

MARK YOUR CALENDAR - No Registration Needed!

You’re Invited To A “Good Ol’ Fashioned Barbeque” Legislative Reception
As Featured on “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives

Monday, March 3rd
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
A “Come & Go” Reception

Location:
The Beacon
420 SW 9th St, Topeka, KS
(1/2 Block West of the Capitol)

Featuring
The BBQ Shack
Featured in “The Real Deal BBQ” episode of the Food Network’s
Diners, Drive-ins and Dives

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KSFFA SAFER Grant Informational Session
Feb
4

KSFFA SAFER Grant Informational Session

KSFFA SAFER GRANT Informational Session

February 4, 2025 - 6:00 pm CST

This SAFER Grant informational session will be held virtually via Zoom. The session is open to all Kansas Firefighters, Secretaries, Staff, etc... that are interested in learning more about the KSFFA SAFER Grant.

SAFER GRANT BENEFITS
The following benefits could be available to YOUR Department:

  • Receive up to $500 reimbursements for physicals for each qualified new volunteer.

  • Receive up to $3,725 in reimbursements for PPE Gear for each qualified new volunteer.

  • Receive up to $2,500 for training reimbursements to each qualified volunteer.

    Register and join the Session to learn how to apply!

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2025 Lincoln Fire School
Feb
1
to Feb 2

2025 Lincoln Fire School

February 1-2, 2025

LOCATION: Lincoln High School - 701 E North Street; Lincoln, KS

Saturday, February 1st: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

-          KFRTI Rural Officer (8 hours)      
-          Skills Trailer (8 hours)
-         Reading Smoke (4 hours AM)
-          Engine to Fire (4 hours PM)
-          Vehicle Extrication pt 1 (8 hours)
-       Burn Trailer (PM)

 Sunday, February 1st: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

-          Vehicle Extrication pt 2 (4 hours)
-          Fire Cause (4 hours)
-          Ventilation (4 hours)

Classes will begin at 8:00 am daily

View the COURSE CATALOG for course descriptions

Travel expenses are reimbursable through the KSFFA SAFER Grant.
Travel includes: hotel, mileage and per diem. *funding is not available for 100% career fire departments*

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2025 FRA Seminar
Jan
18

2025 FRA Seminar

January 18, 2025

Tony’s Pizza Event Center - 800 The Midway, Salina, KS

8:30 am - The FRA Seminar will begins with

  • Presentation of Colors

  • Introduction by KSFFA President Shane Pearson and Salina Fire Chief

9:00 am - FRA Program with Lisa Collette

  • Updates on Reporting Requirements, Receipts, Expenditures, Assets, General Information

9:45-10:15 am - Break with Vendors

10:15 -12:00 pm - Presentation by Cancer Support Network

Adjourn

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2025 St. Paul Fire School
Jan
4
to Jan 5

2025 St. Paul Fire School

January 4-5, 2025

Classes will begin at 8:00 am daily

LOCATION: St. Paul

Saturday, January 4th: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

-          Skills Trailer (8 hrs)     
-          Truck to Fire / Live Burn (4 hrs am or 4 hrs pm)
-         Reading Smoke (4 hrs am or 4 hrs pm)
-          Basic Fire Cause Determination (4 hrs am or 4 hrs pm)

-          CPR-AHA CPR / First aid / AED (evening)

 Sunday, January 5th: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

-          Propane Safety - (4 hrs am)
-          Building Construction / Structural Collapse (4 hrs am)
-          CPR-AHA BLS - (4 hrs pm)

View the COURSE CATALOG for course descriptions

Travel expenses are reimbursable through the KSFFA SAFER Grant.
Travel includes: hotel, mileage and per diem. *funding is not available for 100% career fire departments*

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Ness City Fire School
Dec
7
to Dec 8

Ness City Fire School

December 7-8, 2024

LOCATION: Ness City Schools - 414 E Chestnut St; Ness City Ks

Saturday, December 7th: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

-          Rural Engine Operations (8 hrs)     
-          R.I.T (8 hrs)
-         Reading Smoke (4 hrs am)
-          Fire to Engine with Live Burn (4 hrs pm)

 Sunday, December 8th: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

-          Ventilation - 4 Hour
-          Tank Battery - 4 Hour
-          Fire Cause and Determination - 4 Hour

Travel expenses are reimbursable through the KSFFA SAFER Grant.
Travel includes: hotel, mileage and per diem. *funding is not available for 100% career fire departments*

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SAFER Grant - Leadership Workshop
Nov
8
to Nov 9

SAFER Grant - Leadership Workshop

Exciting news! Our next Leadership Development Seminar is officially on the calendar, and you won't want to miss it! We invite you to join us November 8th and 9th in Garden City for an educational 2-day experience that promises to elevate you leadership skills and empower you in your fire service career. Stay tuned for the venue and itinerary details, which will be announced very soon!

 The best part? Thanks to the KSFFA SAFER Grant, your attendance is completely free! All you need to do is sign up to take advantage of this incredible opportunity.

 Don’t wait, pre-register today to secure your spot and embark on the next step in your professional fire career development.

 NOTE: All hotel expenses, mileage, and per diem for this seminar will be reimbursed via the KSFFA SAFER Grant Program. Applicable reimbursements forms and proof of purchase (paid receipts and/or invoices) will be required in order to receive funding.

Location:
Best Western Plus
2412 East Kansas Ave.
Garden City, KS 67846
P: (620) 277-7100
Hotel Booking Code: KSFFA Workshop

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Smith Center Fire School
Nov
2
to Nov 3

Smith Center Fire School

November 2-3, 2024

LOCATION: Smith Center High School - 300 Roger Barta Way, Smith Center, KS

Saturday, November 2nd: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

-          FRA Training  (CANCELLED)
-          Skills Trailer (2 sessions to chose from - 4 hour AM or 4 hour PM)
-         Truck to Fire (2 sessions to chose from - 4 hour AM or 4 hour PM)
-          Reading Smoke (2 sessions to chose from - 4 hour AM or 4 hour PM)
-          Fire Behavior (2 sessions to chose from - 4 hour AM or 4 hour PM)
-       Burn Trailer (Saturday evening - beginning at 5:00 PM)

 Sunday, November 3rd: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

-          Propane Safety - 4 Hour
-          Hazmat Training - 4 Hour
-          Building Construction - 4 Hour

Travel expenses are reimbursable through the KSFFA SAFER Grant.
Travel includes: hotel, mileage and per diem. *funding is not available for 100% career fire departments*

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Brown County Fire School
Oct
5
to Oct 6

Brown County Fire School

October 5-6, 2024

Fire School will be hosted at Fischer Center in Hiawatha, KS - 201 E. Iowa Street Hiawatha, KS 66434

Saturday, October 5th:

-          Fire hose and Burn trailer in the AM 4 Hour  
-          Fire hose and Burn trailer in the PM 4 Hour
-          Building Construction - 4 Hour
-          Forcible Entry - 4 Hour (2hr class/ 2 hr HOT)

 Sunday, October 6th:

-          Pump Operations - 4 Hour
-          Ventilation - 4 Hour
-          Reading Smoke - 4 Hour

View the COURSE CATALOG for course descriptions


Travel expenses are reimbursable through the KSFFA SAFER Grant.
Travel includes: hotel, mileage and per diem. *funding is not available for 100% career fire departments*

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Oakley Fire School
Sep
7
to Sep 8

Oakley Fire School

September 7-8, 2024

611 Center Ave, Oakley, KS

Saturday, September 7th:

-          FRA Training
- KFRTI Rural Officer
- Rural Engine Company Ops
- Vehicle extraction
-          Hazmat Awareness
-          Propane safety/Elevator

Sunday, September 8th: 

-          Ethanol
-         Tank Batteries
-          FF Rehab
-          Ventilation
-          Burn Trailer - PM

Travel expenses are reimbursable through the KSFFA SAFER Grant.
Travel includes: hotel, mileage and per diem. *funding is not available for 100% career fire departments*

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Leadership Development Seminar
Sep
6
to Sep 7

Leadership Development Seminar

Leadership Development Seminar

Agenda Sneak Peak

  • Human Resource Challenges

  • Budgeting & Money Management

  • Efficient Workforce Planning Strategies

  • Communication: Bridging the Gap

  • DEI: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

  • Grow your leadership Skills

  • How does your community perceive you

  • Retention Strategy

  • Promote your department 

Times: Friday 6-9pm & Saturday 8am-5:30pm

Location: Logan County EMS Building
710 West 2nd Street
Oakley, KS 67748

 

Hotel Info: Sleep Inn
3698 US 40
Oakley, KS 67748
(785) 671-1111

 

*Reserve rooms under KSFFA Firefighters by 9/1/2024

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Crawford County Fire School
Aug
3
to Aug 4

Crawford County Fire School

August 3-4, 2024

Crawford County Fire School
Girard Fire Station 
116 N Ozark Street, Girard, KS 66743

Saturday, August 3rd 

  • KFRTI Rural Fire Officer - 8 Hrs. (Fire Station)

  • Vehicle Extrication - 8 Hrs. (Training Grounds)

  • Reading Smoke - 4 Hrs (AM) (Civic Center)

  • Building Construction - 4 Hrs. (PM) (Civic Center)

 Sunday, August 4th

  • Fire Hose & Handling - 4 Hrs. (Fire Station)

  • Forcible Entry - 4 Hrs. (Apparatus Bay)

Sunday PM Training

  • Live Fire Trailer (Training Grounds)

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Ellis County Fire School
Jul
13
to Jul 14

Ellis County Fire School

July 13-14, 2024

Classes will be held at the North Central Kansas Technical College - 2205 Wheatland Ave, Hays, KS

Saturday, July 13

  • 8hr - KFRTI Mobile Water Supply Course (2 day) IFSAC Certification

  • 8hr - Vehicle Extrication

  • 8hr - Wildland Fire

  • 4hr - AM  Fire Cause and Determination

  • 4hr - PM  Art of reading buildings/Building Construction

Sunday, July 14

  • 8hr KFRTI Mobile Water Supply Course (2 day) IFSAC Certification

  • 4hr AM  Forcible Entry

  • 4hr AM  From Engine to Fire

  • 4hr PM  Live Fire Burn Trailer

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Norwich Fire School
Jun
8
to Jun 9

Norwich Fire School

June 8-9, 2024

Norwich Public Schools - 209 Parkway St, Norwich, KS 67118

Saturday, June 8th

  • Engine Company operations for small rural companies (8Hrs.)

  • Vehicle Extrication (8Hrs.)

  • Rural and Suburban Water Supply (8Hrs.)

  • Fire Officer (8Hrs.)

Sunday, June 9th

  • Engine to Fire (4hrs) with live burn

  • Propane Safety (4Hrs.)

  • Skills forcible entry and scba confidence (4Hrs.)

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Yates Center Fire School
May
11
to May 12

Yates Center Fire School

Yates Center Fire School
May 11-12, 2024

110 South Main Street, Yates Center, KS 66783

Saturday, May 11th:

  • Vehicle Extrication - 8 Hrs.

  • Skills Trailer - 8 Hrs.

  • Wildfires - 8 Hrs.

  • Search & Rescue - 8 Hrs.

Sunday, May 12th:

  • Reading smoke - 4 Hrs.

  • Streams and hoses - 4 Hrs.

  • Fire behavior - 4 Hrs.

  • Ventilation - 4 Hrs.

Sunday PM Training:

  • Live Burn Trailer

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36th Annual Memorial in Girard, KS
Oct
15

36th Annual Memorial in Girard, KS

The Officers and Firefighters of The Girard Fire Department, in conjunction with Crawford County Fire District # 4 and The Southeast Kansas Firefighter Honor Guard, would like to cordially invite you as well as any members from your department and their families to attend our annual memorial. This year will mark our 36th Annual Fallen Firefighter’s Memorial and will be held Sunday, October 15th at 2:00 P.M. at the Girard Fire Department – 116 N Ozark, Girard Ks 66743.

This year’s memorial will be recognizing the 144 firefighter’s that were added to the National Fallen Firefighter’s Memorial in Emmitsburg, Maryland. A complete breakdown of those that we are honoring at this year’s memorial can be found at the link below:

https://weekend.firehero.org/2023-roll-of-honor/

Additionally we will be Honoring 21 firefighter’s that have died in the Line of Duty in the Southeast Kansas Area dating back to 1911. This year’s memorial will include the unfortunate unveiling of Fire Chief Stanly L. Giles with Linn Valley Lakes Fire Department who passed away on February 10, 2010 and Firefighter Joshua C. Haynes with Linn County Rural Fire District # 1 who passed away June 22, 2022.

We encourage any honor guard members that wish to assist in recognizing our fallen brothers and sisters to participate. I would ask that if you are wishing to participate in the memorial to please contact me so we can plan accordingly.

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