CWFC Frequently Asked Questions

The Colorado Wildland Fire Conference is currently held every 18 months.

Our upcoming conference will be in October 2024; followed by a conference in the spring of 2026. The Main Conference Session October 2nd & 3rd; with pre- and post-con workshops and tours October 1st and 4th.

This conference is geared toward professionals working proactively to improve wildfire outcomes in Colorado communities and landscapes such as Mitigation Specialists, Emergency Managers, Firefighters, Researchers, Foresters, Developers and Policy Makers. Anyone wishing to learn more about how they can reduce their community’s vulnerability to wildfire is welcome to attend.

The planning committee is comprised of individuals from these organizations.

The theme of the 2024 conference is Meeting the Moment.  

In an era where wildfires are both more frequent and intense, the 2024 Colorado Wildland Fire Conference will focus on meeting the challenges of our time, with the implementation of robust strategies to help our communities to adapt and live with wildfire.

Registration includes a variety of presentations incorporating the “Meeting the Moment theme. The rich content will also include optional networking events, exhibit/sponsor hubs, posters on FAC support around the state, and an interactive statewide strategy session on land use strategies and policy opportunities. 

  • For Registration rates and Scholarship information visit CWFC Home – Fire Adapted Colorado
  • Registration from May 1 – August 31 is $595.00
  • Late Registration rates begin September 1, 2024.
  • A Conference lodging block at the Viewline Resort is being held at $195.00/night.
  •  Active FACO network participants will receive a discount code.

See Sponsor/Exhibitor Guidelines

For more information on becoming a sponsor, please contact: Gloria Edwards – gloria.edwards[at]colostate.edu

Contact Wendy Fischer – wfischer[at]cwfima.com

Please direct all media and information requests to Cindy Howard – cindy[at]fireadaptedco.org

Visit the Fire Adapted Colorado YouTube Channel, Colorado Wildland Fire Conference playlist for past presentations.  The Southern Rockies Fire Science Network also has CWFC playlists available on YouTube.

For 2023 conference slide deck links, scroll to the 2023 SESSION PRESENTATIONS section of the 2023 Keynotes & Session Schedule page.