Cascades Disaster Academy - May 19-22, 2016
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What: Four-Day Training Institute
When: Check in begins at 4:00 pm on May 19th Where: Willamette University, Salem, Oregon. Attendees: Red Cross volunteers & employees. No outside guests allowed. Registration: Registration will open on March 17th and will close Sunday, May 8th. Cost: Overnighter - $45 Commuter- $25 Private Room Overnighter $120 |
The cost of the Academy covers lodging, training, and most meals. The Academy cost is the same for one class or multiple classes.
Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. |
Things to know about the Cascades Disaster Academy
This year marks the 4th Annual Cascades Disaster Academy and we're very excited that you are considering joining us for an outstanding weekend of training and networking. Out of respect for our donor dollars, this event has been planned with an eye toward creating the most comprehensive training event possible for the least cost and the least environmental impact. You will see this demonstrated by the facilities selected and the training methodologies. By making those choices, more volunteers and employees can be trained on how to deliver vital services.
You will have a choice between three tickets: Cascades Disaster Academy Commuter, Cascades Disaster Academy Overnighter, and Cascades Disaster Academy Overnighter Private Room. You will also be able to pay for and order a unisex 2016 Disaster Academy screen-printed T-shirt. The t-shirts are the same design as last year but will be black.
You will have a choice between three tickets: Cascades Disaster Academy Commuter, Cascades Disaster Academy Overnighter, and Cascades Disaster Academy Overnighter Private Room. You will also be able to pay for and order a unisex 2016 Disaster Academy screen-printed T-shirt. The t-shirts are the same design as last year but will be black.
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Going GreenThis will be a paperless event. We will not be printing course materials – you can download your materials before the event. You will be asked in the registration process if you have a device (i.e. laptop, tablet, Kindle, etc.) to bring with you; if not, a loaner will be provided at the event. If you want paper copies of your course materials, you will need to print those and bring them with you. You can download your materials from Sched.org after you pick your schedule. We will have "Gardeners" available to help you in the WiFi Garden if you need assistance with your downloads. A device with a USB is easiest if you need help downloading.
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What to bring
- Your curiosity, flexibility, and sense of humor. It's going to be a great weekend!
- Linens: Sheets, blankets /sleeping bag, pillow, towel(s).
- Laptop, Tablet, or other PDF reader if you have one available (or reserve one in the reservation phase or print your materials and bring
them with you).
- Snacks and drinks -- Coffee and tea will be provided in the morning and afternoon breaks. To help keep costs down, we invite you to
bring your own soft drinks that you would like during morning and afternoon breaks. We will not be serving snacks in between meals;
feel free to bring your own snacks.
- Shower shoes.
- A mug with lid if you are a coffee or tea drinker during class.
- Classes and sleeping areas are in unconnected buildings and it could be a 10 minute walk between classes, meals, and venues.
We recommend you bring a lightweight jacket/rain slicker (just in case).
- Bring shoes that are appropriate for walking (tennis shoes work great).
- Linens: Sheets, blankets /sleeping bag, pillow, towel(s).
- Laptop, Tablet, or other PDF reader if you have one available (or reserve one in the reservation phase or print your materials and bring
them with you).
- Snacks and drinks -- Coffee and tea will be provided in the morning and afternoon breaks. To help keep costs down, we invite you to
bring your own soft drinks that you would like during morning and afternoon breaks. We will not be serving snacks in between meals;
feel free to bring your own snacks.
- Shower shoes.
- A mug with lid if you are a coffee or tea drinker during class.
- Classes and sleeping areas are in unconnected buildings and it could be a 10 minute walk between classes, meals, and venues.
We recommend you bring a lightweight jacket/rain slicker (just in case).
- Bring shoes that are appropriate for walking (tennis shoes work great).
Lodging
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Lodging will be available Thursday, May 19 through Saturday May 21 at the Willamette University dorms . Rooms will be double occupancy; each person will have their own bed. Rooms have restrooms and showers down the hall. If you have difficulty climbing stairs, please let us know on the registration so we can find you a first floor room. Classroom buildings have elevators; dorms do not. If you would like a private room at the Disaster Academy, there is a $75 fee (total cost $120). |
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The links to the right will help you as you make your decisions on which courses are best for you to take. If you are having a hard time making a decision, you can email us at [email protected] and we'll be happy to help you; or check with your Disaster Program Manager or Activity Lead. The course catalog contains general descriptions of the courses being offered at most of the Pacific Division Institutes.
Thursday, May 19 is a bonus day!
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Registration has ended for the Disaster Academy. If you would like to get on our waiting list, please contact us at: [email protected].
Friday, May 20 8:00am Disaster Frontline Supervisor & Simulation (til 4pm)
Facilitative Leaders (til 4pm) Government Operations Fundamentals (til 3pm) Logistics: An Overview (til 10am) Preparedness Leader (til 12pm) Psychological First Aid (til 12pm) SAF Reconnection Workshop (til 12pm) Sheltering with Confidence (til 4:30pm Staff Wellness Fundamentals(til 12pm) Wifi Garden Computer Lab (Online Learning) 10:15am Logistics: Facilities (til 2:30pm) 1:00pm Basic Life Support (Licensed DHS) Born on the Battlefield (til 5pm) Concept of Operations (til 4pm) Pillowcase Project Fundamentals (til 5pm) Wifi Garden Computer Lab (Online Learning) 2:30pm Blood Drive (til 6:30pm) 3:00pm Wildfire Incident Command Post (for Gov't Liaisons) 3:30pm Next GEN ERV Operations Fundamentals (til 5pm) 4:00pm Red Cross Tools for Making Local Disaster Management Decisions (til 5:30pm) 4:30pm RC View 7:00pm General Session #1 8:30pm Friday Night Social Sunday, May 22
8:00am General Session #3
9:15am Born on the Battlefield ('til 12:15pm) Concept of Operations ('til 12:15pm) Defensive Driving ('til 12:15pm) DSARS Workshop ('til 12:15pm) First Aid/CPR/AED Traditional ('til 3pm) Incident Action Planning: IAP 101 ('til 12pm) Logistics: Supply Fundamentals ('til 3pm) Psychological First Aid ('til 2:30pm) Shelter Fundamentals Exercise ('til 3pm) Supporting Volunteers and Managing Teams ('til 3pm) Wifi Garden Computer Lab (Online Learning) 1:00pm Deployment Basics 101 ('til 1:30pm) 1:30pm Deployment Basics 201 ('til 3pm) |
