2023 Georgia Fire Service Conference Event Registration

GSFA • August 3, 2023

2023 Georgia Fire Service Conference

August 22-25, 2023

The Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs (GAFC) and the Georgia State Firefighters Association invite you to join us for the 2023 Georgia Fire Service Conference set for August 22-25, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia.

 

Pre Conference classes are scheduled for August 22nd & 23rd.

The official conference training agenda will be August 23-25, 2023.

2023 Georgia Fire Service Conference

The Conference Agenda is Now Available!

CONFERENCE AGENDA

PDF CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM ONLINE CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

 NEW for 2023!

 

Recruit your fellow firefighters to join you at the upcoming conference! Not only will they have the opportunity to learn and network with others in the field, but you will have the chance to win a $200 travel voucher and a complimentary registration for the 2024 Georgia Fire Service conference. Spread the word and increase your chances of winning!


Questions? Contact:

 

GSFA Business Manager Taylor Moore

Email: taylor@gsffa.org

Phone: 770-914-7774

 

GAFC Business Manager Yalonde Tanner

Email: ytanner@gacities.com

Phone:   678-686-6239 
 

We look forward to seeing you in Augusta!


 Annual Firefighters Competition:

Annual Firefighters Competition
Annual Firefighters Competition

Put your team together now and prepare to join in the fun to claim your place in the annual Firefighters Competition! Up to ten departments from across the state can compete for bragging rights as they navigate through four obstacles. There's plenty of time between now and September to set up the drills and practice your skills. Each team may include up to seven members, so pick your players and get them started today!

 

Registration Deadline: August 11, 2023

Interact with Fire Service Vendors:

Exhibit Hall open on Wednesday and Thursday

Make plans to visit the Exhibit Hall on Wednesday afternoon during the opening reception from 4:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. and again on Thursday from 9 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. to interact with the conference vendors and learn more about their products, services and programs.

 

Firefighters from the local area who are not registered for the conference but would still like to visit the Exhibit Hall are welcome to join us during the Thursday hours (lunch will only be provided for conference participants).

2023 Exhibit Hall Pass 2023 Exhibitor Registration (PDF)
Exhibit Hall

Conference Hotel:

 

Marriott Augusta Convention Center

(Available until block is full or July 31) 

 

2 10th St.

Augusta, GA 30901

Phone: 706-722-8900

Room Rate: $179 

Click Here to Reserve Your Room

Recognize Fallen Firefighters

Submit Information for the Annual Memorial Service

 

Each year as part of the Georgia Fire Service Conference, firefighters who passed away during the previous year are recognized at the annual Memorial Service, scheduled this year for Thursday, August 25th at 8 a.m. Firefighters do not have to have been a member of the Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs or the Georgia State Firefighters Association to be recognized. 

 

If you have lost a current or retired member of your department since the last conference (September 2022), please submit their information so that they may be recognized. All information is due by July 15, 2023.  


Recognize Fallen Firefighters

Recognize Fallen Firefighters

Submit Information for the Annual Memorial Service

 

Each year as part of the Georgia Fire Service Conference, firefighters who passed away during the previous year are recognized at the annual Memorial Service, scheduled this year for Thursday, August 25th at 8 a.m. Firefighters do not have to have been a member of the Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs or the Georgia State Firefighters Association to be recognized. 

 

If you have lost a current or retired member of your department since the last conference (September 2022), please submit their information so that they may be recognized. All information is due by July 15, 2023.

Memorial Service Information Form Memorial Service Information Form (PDF)

GSFA News

GPSTC hosts 6-day NFA course on fire command and control at high-risk target hazard incidents.
By GSFA November 21, 2025
Register now for the 6-day NFA course on Command and Control at Target Hazards, hosted by GPSTC for fire command officers.
Georgia’s 54th Firefighters Recognition Day and Legislative Dinner set for Feb. 3, 2026, in Atlanta.
By GSFA November 21, 2025
Join us on February 3, 2026, in Atlanta for the 54th Firefighters Recognition Day and Legislative Dinner honoring Georgia's fire service.
NFFF urges support for the Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act expanding PSOB benefits for firefighters.
By GSFA November 20, 2025
Ask Congress to pass the Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act (S. 237 / H.R. 1269) to expand PSOB benefits for firefighters affected by cancer.
Funeral services for Recruit Daly with fire department procession held Nov. 15, 2024, in Augusta.
By GSFA November 14, 2025
Funeral services for Recruit Daly will be held Nov. 15, 2024, in Augusta, GA, with visitation on Nov. 14 and fire department procession participation invited.
Final Services -Scott Ard
By GSFA September 10, 2025
Details for visitation and funeral services for Georgia Fire Academy Assistant Chief Ard at Rock Springs Church, Milner, GA.
Chief Gordon Henderson, former GFSTC Director and Rome Fire Chief, remembered for his service.
By GSFA September 6, 2025
Former GFSTC Executive Director Gordon Thomas Henderson, a lifelong servant to Georgia's fire service, has passed away at 79.
Georgia Fleet Training Days Aug. 26–28, 2025, at GPSTC with fleet training, vendors, and lunch
By GSFA August 25, 2025
Join Georgia Fleet Training Days Aug. 26–28 at GPSTC for hands-on fleet training, vendor expo, and lunch included.
Georgia Fleet Training Day Aug. 26–28, 2025, at GPSTC with training and vendor expo for fleets. (93
By GSFA July 31, 2025
Register now for Georgia Fleet Training Day, Aug. 26–28 at GPSTC, featuring hands-on sessions, vendor expo, and fleet management strategies for public safety professionals.
GSFA/GAFC Memorial Motorcycle Ride Oct. 10, 2025, honoring Georgia's fallen firefighters.
By GSFA July 30, 2025
Join the GSFA/GAFC Memorial Motorcycle Ride on Oct. 10, 2025, in Forsyth to honor fallen firefighters and support the Georgia Fallen Fire and Emergency Services Memorial Fund.
2025 Georgia Fire Service Conference Memorial honoring fallen firefighters October 2 in Forsyth, Geo
By GSFA July 23, 2025
Honor fallen firefighters at the 2025 Georgia Fire Service Conference Memorial Service on Oct. 2. Submit names by Aug. 31.
Show More