Office of the State Fire Commissioner

PA State Weekend

Join us July 17-19 for the 45th annual Pennsylvania State Weekend at the National Fire Academy in Maryland.

 

Registration is open between March 3, 2025 – June 12, 2026

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Registration Closes June 13, 2025

Overview

A state weekend for emergency services personnel at the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Held in the summer annually, the goal is to strengthen fire communities through education, personal networking, and shared experience. Courses are taught by National Fire Academy Instructors. 

About the Program

  • The event, lodging, meals, courses, and a complimentary golf shirt are all free
  • Courses are held Saturday and Sunday, with orientation on Friday
  • On-campus lodging Friday and Saturday nights
  • Memorial service for those we've lost in the line of duty

2026 Courses Offered

  • Fire Investigation: Fire as a Weapon
  • Incident Command for Highrise Operations
  • Incident Safety Officer (Updated Version)
  • Initial Response to Terrorism: Basic Concepts
  • Executive Skills Series: Exercising Leadership Through Difficult Conversations
  • Leadership in Supervision: Creating Environments for Professional Growth
  • Strategy and Tactics for Initial Company Operations
  • Supervising Emergency Medical Services
  • National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Offerings to be selected at a later date.
  • New “Pilot” courses selected at a later date (if available)

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Open to emergency service personnel who are at least 18 years old. Three years of emergency service experience is recommended.