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Classes & Training
- Jan 24, 2026 2026 Wildland Fire Schools, Trainings, and Events
- Culture & Media
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Field Life
- Apr 19, 2025 Everything I Carry in My Fire-Issued Fireline Pack
- Mar 4, 2025 Everything I Carry in My Personal Backpack
- Mar 4, 2025 Home and Away: Schedule and Housing Realities for Wildland Firefighters
- Mar 4, 2025 Everything I Carry in My “Red Bag” (Travel Bag)
- Mar 4, 2025 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Wildland Firefighters
- Mar 4, 2025 Fire Camp Life: Sleeping, Eating, and Living in the Field
- Mar 4, 2025 Day-to-Day Hazards and Working Conditions for Wildland Firefighters
- Mar 4, 2025 Physical Demands: The Pack Test & Fitness Requirements
- Mar 4, 2025 Wildland Firefighter Work Schedule Specifics
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Gear Lists
- Apr 19, 2025 Everything I Carry in My Fire-Issued Fireline Pack
- Apr 10, 2025 The Best (and Worst) Boots for Wildland Firefighting
- Mar 4, 2025 Everything I Carry in My Personal Backpack
- Mar 4, 2025 Everything I Carry in My “Red Bag” (Travel Bag)
- Mar 4, 2025 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Wildland Firefighters
- Mar 4, 2025 Clothing and Gear for Women Wildland Firefighters
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Job Application
- Aug 31, 2025 The 2025/2026 Wildland Firefighter Season and Hiring Timeline
- Mar 5, 2025 Wildland Fire Job Search Resources: Module Locations & Housing Availability
- Mar 4, 2025 Questions to Ask in Your Wildland Firefighter Interview
- Mar 4, 2025 Am I Too Old to Be a Wildland Firefighter?
- Mar 4, 2025 Temporary, Seasonal, And Permanent Wildland Fire Positions
- Mar 4, 2025 Physical Demands: The Pack Test & Fitness Requirements
- Mar 3, 2023 Minimum Requirements for Becoming a Wildland Firefighter
- Mar 3, 2023 Tips for Preparing Your Wildland Firefighter Resume
- Mar 3, 2023 An Overview of the Wildland Firefighter Application Process
- Feb 27, 2023 Navigating USAJobs for Wildland Firefighter Positions
- Nov 15, 2021 Post-Application Success Strategies for Wildland Firefighters
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Key Reference
- Jan 24, 2026 2026 Wildland Fire Schools, Trainings, and Events
- Jan 23, 2026 Useful Wildland Fire Apps and Resources
- Aug 31, 2025 The 2025/2026 Wildland Firefighter Season and Hiring Timeline
- Mar 4, 2025 Wildland Fire Community Resources: Organizations, Podcasts, Wellness, and Charities
- Mar 4, 2025 Resources for People Who Live in Wildfire-prone Areas
- Mar 4, 2025 Understanding Fire Regions & Geographic Locations
- Mar 4, 2025 A Guide to Wildland Firefighting Terminology
- Mar 4, 2025 10s and 18s: The Guidelines of Wildland Firefighting
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Wildland Fire 201
- Jan 24, 2026 2026 Wildland Fire Schools, Trainings, and Events
- Jan 23, 2026 Useful Wildland Fire Apps and Resources
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Women in Fire
- Mar 4, 2025 Wildland Firefighting While on Your Period
- Mar 4, 2025 Clothing and Gear for Women Wildland Firefighters
- Mar 4, 2025 My Experience as a Woman in Wildland Firefighting
2026 Wildland Fire Schools, Trainings, and Events
Upcoming 2026 Fire Schools to get started on your Red Card qualification, trainings to further your wildland fire quals and career, and wildland fire community events
Useful Wildland Fire Apps and Resources
These are my most used apps and resources for info on the fireline.
The 2025/2026 Wildland Firefighter Season and Hiring Timeline
Critical 2025/2026 wildland firefighter hiring information: application windows, position types, and new requirements.
Wildland Fire Community Resources: Organizations, Podcasts, Wellness, and Charities
There are lots of other great resources about wildland fire out there. Here are my recommendations.
Resources for People Who Live in Wildfire-prone Areas
Essential online resources and tracking tools for residents in wildfire-prone areas and their families.
Understanding Fire Regions & Geographic Locations
Understanding wildland fire regions, geographic areas, and preparedness levels across the United States.
A Guide to Wildland Firefighting Terminology
Complete glossary of wildland firefighting terminology sourced from official Forest Service definitions.
10s and 18s: The Guidelines of Wildland Firefighting
Essential safety protocols: Understanding the 10 Standard Orders and 18 Watch Out Situations.