Get Fired Up for FIRE 2011!

It’s not too late to attend FIRE 2011 (Fire Industry, Rescue, and EMS Expo), the NYSAFC 105th Annual Conference & Expo, June 15-18, 2011 at Turning Stone Resort in Verona, NY! This event is the largest emergency services trade show in the northeast.  

Here's an update on the event. Complete program details are available here.  

Exhibit Hours: 
Thursday, June 16: 12:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Friday, June 17: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 
Saturday, June 18: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.  

Education Program Hours:
 Wednesday, June 15: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Education Day Only) 
Thursday, June 16: 9:30 a.m. – 5:15 p.m. 
Friday, June 17: 8:30 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.
 Saturday, June 18: 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.  

Schedule of Events 
Click here for a complete show schedule.

Registration 
Don’t forget – FIRE 2011 is the only free emergency services trade show in the northeast for attendees. That’s right – you can get free One Day Tickets for entry to the exhibits from any FIRE 2011 vendor! Tickets can also be purchased on-site at Turning Stone at any entrance gate.  

Conference Full Term Registration is required for entry to Education Programs. Register on-site at Gate #1 or pre-register before June 1 to have attendee event credentials mailed (if you pre-register after June 1, you will be able to pick up your attendee event credentials at the Attendee Registration Area at Gate #1).  

And don’t forget – kids 15 and under can enter the exhibits for free!  

Education Program
The complete Education Program schedule for Conference Full Term Registrants, including program descriptions, is available here. You’ll also be able to check out full biographies of all FIRE 2011 lecturers.

General Session, Keynote Address, & Memorial Service: This event is open to all FIRE 2011 attendees. All members and guests are encouraged to attend on Thursday, June 16 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  in the Showroom. 

General Session & Association Business Meeting (9:00 a.m.):
NYSAFC members – be a part of your association’s annual meeting! Business to be conducted includes the announcement of the 2011-2012 slate of association officers, the 2011 scholarship and award winners, any proposed by-law changes, "good of the order" actions, etc.  

Keynote Address "Firefighter Survival" (10:00 a.m.):
Chief John Buckman, German Township (IN) F.D.
What is a firefighter to do? The buildings aren’t built to withstand a fire condition for more than five minutes. The carcinogens contained in the by-products of combustion are killing us 20 years after the event. How does an incident commander make the right decision strategically and tactically that provides for a reduced risk to a firefighter? This presentation will discuss the new health and welfare risks to firefighters and the incident commander.  

Memorial Service (11:00 a.m.):
Join NYSAFC as we pay tribute to our deceased members during this moving ceremony, a longstanding Annual Conference tradition.

Special Training Classes at FIRE 2011 
The Public Education Committee Training "Successful Smoke Alarm Projects: What You Need to Know" is filled to capacity. But limited space is still available for the Codes Committee Training Program on Wednesday, June 15. You must pre-register to attend. Click here for more details.

Hands-On Training 
There are still limited spaces available in all training programs, with the exception of "Flashover Simulator Evolutions" on Friday (Session A) and Saturday (Session B), which are sold out. Training programs are: "Engine Company Operations," "Truck Company Operations," "Thermal Imaging Camera Operations," "Flashover Simulator Evolutions," "Auto Extrication," and "How Well Do You Know Your SCBA?" You must pre-register for training. Click here for complete program details.

Program Guide – Digital Edition Available Soon! 
In early June, check out the NYSAFC website for a digital edition of the official FIRE 2011 Program Guide! Just like our digital edition of SIZE UP magazine, you’ll be able to print and forward pages, save it to your hard drive, and search the document for exhibitors, Education Program descriptions, and much more.   

My Show Planner
 You can also use the "My Show Planner" feature on the NYSAFC website to search exhibitors and products, plus view our interactive floorplan before you arrive at the Turning Stone. This handy tool will help you make the most of your time at FIRE 2011.

Lodging 
While the Turning Stone is sold out, there are other accommodations in the area listed on the NYSAFC website. If you’re in need of a room during the event, click here for more information. 
 

We look forward to seeing you at FIRE 2011!