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Wildland Fire Learning Portal Governance Board

WFLP decorative banner: photos depicting WFLP training courses.

 

The Wildland Fire Fire Learning Portal (WFLP) Governance Board works directly for the NWCG Executive Board via charter. 

The WFLP Governance Board provides national level oversight, authority, and long-term strategic direction of the WFLP by ensuring all stakeholders interests are represented.  Primary objectives include:

  • Establishes, maintains and enforces WFLP business processes for the implementation and maintenance of the WFLP.
  • Ensures the WFLP accurately reflects the business requirements of the user community.
  • Reviews and approves modifications to the WFLP to ensure appropriate agency and stakeholder requirements are met and are based on a demonstrated business need.
  • Reviews and approves all WFLP modifications that may affect business requirements, user security roles, or have a major effect on the learner.
  • Develops strategic direction to ensure the long-term sustainability of the WFLP.

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Roster

Please use the NWCG Roster Update form to submit roster changes.
Name Role Office Phone Email Start Date
Dierks, Tamara Primary Member 605-393-4229 tamara.dierks@state.sd.us
Ellsworth, Mike Primary Member 208-387-5986 michael_ellsworth@fws.gov
Ernstrom, Kim Advisor 208-994-1996 Kim_Ernstrom@nps.gov
Fisher, Garth Primary Member 208-387-5315 garth.fisher@bia.gov
Frantz, Juliann Primary Member 301-447-7689 Juliann.Frantz@fema.dhs.gov
Gividen, Rick Advisor 208-334-1566 john_gividen@ios.doi.gov
Glaeser, Lori Advisor 208-387-5961 lglaeser@blm.gov
Green, Justin Primary Member 571-246-4427 justin.green@loudoun.gov
Heller, Nicholas Advisor N/A nicholas_heller@ios.doi.gov
Richter, Stew Primary Member 202-841-8807 stewart.richter@usda.gov
Schaeffer, Brian Primary Member 509-280-4563 brian.schaeffer@mac.com
Sink, Sara Chair 208-805-2735 sara_sink@nps.gov
Skraba, Amy Advisor 907-356-5632 askraba@blm.gov
Skudlarek, Mark Vice Chair 208-387-5590 mskudlar@blm.gov
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NWCG Latest Announcements

2024 Wildland Fire Emergency Medical Service Awards

Date: May 22, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Emergency Medical Committee

The NWCG Emergency Medical Committee (EMC) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024 Wildland Fire Emergency Medical Service Awards. Each year, EMC recognizes individuals and groups who have demonstrated exceptional actions or accomplishments that go above and beyond their normal mission or job duties.

Congratulations to all the awardees and nominees. Through leadership and initiative, they have made significant contributions to the safety and well-being of the wildland fire community. These honors are well deserved.

References:

2024 Wildland Fire EMS Awards

NWCG Emergency Medical Committee

NWCG Welcomes the Incident Management Teams Association as an Associate Member

Date: May 21, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
https://www.nwcg.gov/contact-us

The NWCG Executive Board is honored to announce that the Incident Management Teams Association (IMTA) has joined the National Wildfire Coordinating Group as an associate member.

IMTA is a dedicated group of incident management professionals committed to enhancing the profession by promoting standards and fostering collaboration across federal, state, local, Tribal, and private sector partners throughout all phases of incident management.

“Joining NWCG aligns with our mission to elevate incident management professionals nationwide,” said Dr. Randal Collins, President of IMTA. “This is a proud moment for all of us committed to advancing public safety.”

References:

Incident Management Teams Association

National Wildfire Coordinating Group

Updated NWCG Guide for Wildland Fire Modules, PMS 431

Date: May 14, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Fire Use Subcommittee

The updated NWCG Guide for Wildland Fire Modules, PMS 431 serves as a supplemental resource for wildland fire module operations, providing information frequently used in the field.

PMS 431 defines the organizational structure, staffing, and qualifications for Type 1 and Type 2 Wildland Fire Modules, outlining their roles in wildland fire suppression, prescribed fire, and resource management. The NWCG Guide for Wildland Fire Modules, PMS 431, should be used in conjunction with the NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Module Operations, PMS 430.

References:

NWCG Guide for Wildland Fire Modules, PMS 431

NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Module Operations, PMS 430

Updated NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200 Now Includes Off-Highway Vehicle Typing Standards

Date: May 13, 2025
Questions?  Please contact:
Mobile Fire Equipment Subcommittee 

The NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200 has been updated to include newly developed Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) typing standards. These standards organize OHV information into logical categories and outline key safety requirements for occupants.

NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200 establishes minimum typing standards for aircraft, crews, and equipment used in national mobilization to wildland fire incidents. Typing designations are assigned based on measurable capability and performance criteria.

References:

NWCG Standards for Wildland Fire Resource Typing, PMS 200