Updates...

USDA and FS guidance regarding COVID-19 and the workforce is steadily evolving as the situation develops.  As of now, a few courses have been cancelled or rescheduled as virtual offerings.  As always, a few regular, common-sense health precautions remain important.  First, if you are sick, don't come to work.  Second, wash your hands regularly.  If updates become necessary, information will be delivered via School Messenger.

Corrections To Missoula 2020 Loft Rigging Support Dates

Thanks to everyone who volunteered to help with the rigging effort this spring.  Some adjustment has been made to the dates, so please verify that you are still available to rig for the trainings you selected in the fall questionnaire. Contact the Missoula Loft at 329-4892 if there is a scheduling conflict.  

Preseason Rigging Support	March 9th-20th
Early Refresher	April 6th-17th
Misc. Out Of Region Support	April 13-May 15
Late Refresher	May 26th-June 5th
Region 1 Transition Training	April 27-May 22nd
Region 1 Rookie Training	May 18th Jun 12th

Northern Region University (NRU)Training Opportunities

Northern Region University (NRU) March 16-20
NRU is a great opportunity to take classes (often free of charge) to further your career or help you with life decisions such as retirement.  Included here is a great list that Tyson Atkinson (working for NRU this winter) put together that he thought our group of jumpers would be interested in.  To register for NRU, you do not need to go through Training, you can simply click on the link provided here and register yourself.  This time frame is during most school's spring break and the training department does not have any spring training this week.  Please contact Jake Besmer or Tyson Atkinson with any questions. 

NRU Website

COMPUTER:

·         Microsoft Excel/Powerpoint/Word Multiple classes and skill levels- $75

·         Box Pinyon Advanced User- Free

·         Box Pinyon Basics- Free

·         Micorsoft Teams-Free

·         ETS2-Concur Travel System Training-Free

·         eTracker Use and Guidance-Free

·         Collector for ArcGIS in R1- Free

·         Introduction to ArcGIS online-Free

·         Introduction to ArcGIS Enterprise System in R1- Free

VEHICLES:

·         Defensive Driving- Free

·         Fleet 101-Free

·         Initial Forklift Instruction/Recertification-Free

·         ATV Instructor Prep Course- $1000

CISM/SUICIDE:

·         Fire Service Suicide Prevention Training of Trainers- Free

·         Northern Rockies CISM Peer Team Meeting- Free

·         safeTALK Suicide Awareness and Prevention- Free

·         Strategic Response to Crisis- Free

·         Family and Hospital Liaison-Free

FIRE:

·         Arborist Climbing-Not listed on NRU-talk to Boyd

·         ICS 300- Talk to Training

·         ICS 400- Talk to Training

·         R-1 Saw Program Overview- Free

·         How to design the Best Resume for USA Jobs-Free

·         USFS Radio Systems- Free

·         RT 130- Refresher- Free

RETIREMENT:

·         Retirement Planning Seminar LEO/FF (Early/Mid Career)- $110

·         Retirement Planning Seminar LEO/FF (Late Career)- $165

MEDICAL/OTHER:

·         Aviation COR- $500

·         COR Refresher- $300

·         Self Defense Seminars- $40

·         First Aid CPR-$80

·         Wilderness First Responder (WFR)- $575

·         Wilderness Medicine Essentials- $80

Shane Ewing Scholarship Applications Due on January 31st

The Missoula Smokejumper Welfare Fund is awarding a $1,000 scholarship to a deserving individual.  The deadline for applications is on January 31st 2020, the scholarship will be awarded by the end of February.

Requirements to Apply for the Scholarship

-Must be a current or former smokejumper or have a direct family relation to a current or former smokejumper (spouse or children).

-Must be used for educational purposes.  Proof of education is required.  (College or University)

How to Apply

-Write a one page essay covering the two topics below.

        1.  How has the smokejumping program impacted your life.

        2.  What type of education are you pursuing and how are you going to put that education to use.



Please Email your essays to apferruzzi1@yahoo.com or give to MSO Welfare Fund.