The Libby Volunteer Fire Department is proud to host the 2025 Montana State Volunteer Firefighters Convention, happening June 12-14, 2025! This action-packed event is a must-attend for firefighters, first responders, and community members who want to learn, connect, and celebrate.
Here’s what you can expect:
Thursday, June 12, 2025
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Best Ball Golf Tournament @ Cabinet View Country Club
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Registration @ Libby Fire Station (119 E 6th Street)
4:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Vendor Set-Up @ Memorial Center
6:30 PM – 10:00 PM: BBQ & Social @ Fireman Memorial Park (next to Venture Inn)
Friday, June 13, 2025
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM: Registration, Breakfast & Vendor Time @ Memorial Center
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM: Welcome & Opening Remarks @ Maki Theater
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM:
Hands-On Extrication Training @ School Admin Parking Lot
Grant Writing Workshop with Chief Dustin Tetrault @ Maki Theater
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Legal Issues in the Fire Service with Catherine Dinwiddie @ Maki Theater
12:15 PM – 1:15 PM: Lunch with Vendors & MSVFFA Meeting @ Memorial Center
1:30 PM – 3:30 PM: Rural Water Supply Training with Chief Lyn Stimpson @ School Admin Parking Lot
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Partner Updates @ Maki Theater
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM: BBQ Dinner featuring Bruce Bjorge @ Riverfront Park
Saturday, June 14, 2025
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM: Breakfast & Vendor Time @ Memorial Center
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM: Welcome & Opening Remarks @ Maki Theater
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM:
Hands-On Training @ School Admin Parking Lot
Building a Tactical Structure Protection Plan with Lincoln Chute @ Maki Theater
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM: ISO Session with Amanda Cochran @ Maki Theater
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch with Vendors & MSVFFA Meeting @ Memorial Center
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM:
“Beyond Hooks and Hoses” with Bruce Bjorge @ Maki Theater
Planning and Implementing a Training Program @ Maki Theater
6:00 PM: Banquet featuring keynote speaker Retired Navy SEAL Jason Redman @ Memorial Center
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to network, learn, and celebrate with fellow firefighters and community members.
