WUI 2026!

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Platinum Sponsor:
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WUI communities face unprecedented wildfire threats, with a year-round fire season challenging first responders and land managers. The WUI conference unites fire service leaders, government, industry, and researchers over three days to equip attendees with essential tools for wildfire management.

At WUI 2026, you can:

  • Access the latest wildfire data
  • Attend workshops by wildfire protection experts
  • Collaborate with global colleagues on wildfire strategies
  • Hear from renowned speakers on wildfire issues
  • Expand your network within the wildfire community
  • Gain insights on planning, outreach, and resource allocation
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Exhibit Hall

Additionally, enjoy our exhibit hall featuring innovative fire technology and vendors to enhance your community’s wildfire response.

Register early to maximize your conference experience, and check our schedule for updates. We look forward to seeing you in Reno!

Wildfire Leadership I at the 2026 Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Conference

ODP at WUI

The Wildfire Leadership I track is designed to equip officers with the leadership principles, operational capabilities, and strategic thinking needed to effectively lead resources in today’s complex and dynamic wildland-urban interface (WUI) environment.

The initial series of workshops will introduce:

  • Foundations of WUI Leadership, emphasizing decision-making and risk management during complex wildfire incidents
  • WUI Operations, Training, and Qualifications, focusing on readiness, credentialing pathways, and the operational expectations of modern wildfire leaders
  • Communication and collaboration across agencies, the evolving role of Incident Management Teams, firefighter health and safety, and the national direction under the Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy
  • Strategies for building fire-adapted communities, along with the legal and legislative factors shaping WUI operations

Wildland Updates

U.S. Department of the Interior Announces Chief Brian Fennessy Will Lead U.S. Wildland Fire Service

  • January 16, 2026

International Wildfire Management: Strategic Insights and Collaborative Opportunities for Fire Leadership

  • November 17, 2025

Advisory Notice from the National Wildfire Coordinating Group

  • October 21, 2025

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What Attendees Say About WUI

The IAFC's WUI conference is the premier venue to network with the wildland fire service leaders and innovators in North America and beyond.

Dave DriscollChief (Ret.), Hemet, CA

WUI offers an amazing opportunity to work with Chiefs and Fire Officers that I would normally not have access to. These individuals were very pleased to speak with me and guide me through discussions at different times during the non-session hours.

WUI Attendee