Author: Jamie Winrod

William (Will) Howard Johnston  August 9, 1951 – January 10, 2023  It is with great sorrow we share the passing of Chief Will Johnston on January 10, 2023. Will was a member of Carlin Volunteer Fire Department for 45 years prior to moving to Jarbidge. He served as Fire Chief for more than 50 years […]

Come see us at the 2022 Nevada Rural EMS Conference, September 15-17th, at the Elko Convention Center! We will have a booth set up in the vendor area! We can’t wait to see you there! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2022-rural-nevada-ems-conference-tickets-372758018267

We hope everyone has had a nice summer! During our business meeting at the annual training conference we swore in our new board of directors. Throughout the month we will be introducing you to the 2022-2023 board of directors for the NSFA! Meet Andrew Ostendorf -Director Andrew Ostendorf moved from rural Illinois to Elko, NV […]

NSFA 2022 Conference  Update: Reminder for those of you who wish to participate in Live Burn Activities in Virginia City: The Live Burn Accountability form must be filled out and signed by your Chief Officer prior to participating in live burns. The form can be found on NSFA.ORG under the publication tab and the forms button. […]

Register Here! Our Outstanding Opening Ceremony Keynote Speakers Steve Hirsch is training officer for Sheridan County Fire District # 1, Thomas County Fire District #4, and Grinnell Fire Department, all of which are 100% volunteer fire departments. Steve is the chair and KS director on the National Volunteer Fire Council and is currently first vice chair […]

register here! Let’s talk about the spouses/ guest events. There will be two events especially for them! Let’s talk about one! The NSFA is bringing in a fun and educational experience for our spouses and guests that will actually give them the opportunity to bring something home ( and of course, a little wine just […]

The NSFA is going to treat you right in Virginia City this year. We have contracted with a master chef who actually has a degree from a culinary school for your meals this year hear is a sampling of what to expect at the conference this year. Spread the word!!! Thursday 6/23  –  whole pigs stuffed with […]

On October 22nd 2021, Nevada State Firefighter Association Directors Scott Brown and Ken Smith had the privilege of presenting the NSFA Fire Station of the Year for 2020-2021 to Lhoist’s own Mine Rescue Team.  Located 21 miles north of Las Vegas in Apex along Highway 91, it is easy to understand the need for an industrial […]