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Roscommon Fire Equipment Center Workshop


Space is limited, register by Aug. 31 to save a spot

Join Michigan Department of Natural Resources Roscommon Equipment Center staff Oct. 2-6 at the state’s Forest Fire Experiment Station for an in-depth firefighting equipment workshop. This workshop, which provides equipment demonstrations and networking opportunities, is ideal for fire department chiefs, equipment program leaders and other wildland fire professionals.  

The Roscommon Equipment Center program serves state and local firefighting agencies across the nation through specialized equipment testing, design and development.

Workshop activities will include:

  • Facility tour – Learn about available design and testing assistance.

  • Field day – Operate DNR fleet equipment.

  • Offsite visit to Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario – Tour the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Bush Plane Museum. A valid passport or enhanced driver’s license is needed for international border crossing.

  • Presentation – Each attendee should prepare a 10- to 15-minute presentation related to fire equipment to foster idea sharing.

To register, email Dave Stockoski (StockoskiD@Michigan.gov) by Aug. 31. Register early; space is limited to 16 attendees. 

The DNR will provide ground transportation to and from Roscommon from the Traverse City Airport and to field activities. Hotel blocks will be arranged by DNR staff in Roscommon, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan and Traverse City. Flights, hotel and meal expenses will be covered by attendees.

Earlier Event: September 5
Quarterly MPFC Steering Committee Meeting
Later Event: October 20
Dinner and a Movie: Reimagining Fire

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