About IWFC

The International Wildland Fire Conference provides an arena for all

stakeholders to share knowledge and experience of fire management

methodology through plenary meeting, theme sessions, and regional meetings.

Fire fighting demonstration and exhibition which shows various products and

technology are also held along with the Conference.

1989 Boston, USA

1997 Vancouver, Canada

2003 Sydney, Australia

2007 Seville, Spain

2011 Sun City, South Africa

The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNISDR)

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)

The Global Fire Monitoring Centre (GFMC)

International Tropical Timber Organization (ITTO)

The United States Forest Service

The Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre Inc. (CIFFC)

The Australasian Fire Authorities Council (AFAC)

The Bushfire Cooperative Research Centre (BushfireCRC)

Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Environment

Working on Fire (WoF)

Auspices and Main Partner Organizations

The Korea Forest Service and the Province of Gangwon

Host of the 6th IWFC

Theme

- Global natural and cultural fire heritage

- Protecting the global natural and cultural heritage from fire

- Towards a cohesive global fire management strategy

Total 3,000 guests (Overseas 1,000, Domestic 2,000)

Representatives of International Organizations; Governments;

Private sector; Non-governmental organizations;

Experts (researchers and managers) of wildland fire science & management,

fire history & social sciences, forestry, climate & meteorology, ecology,

disaster management, human health and security.

Plenary sessions & Keynote lectures, Thematic sessions

Regional sessions, Poster sessions, Exhibition

Excursion on wildland fire fighting, Posters, Side events

Period

Venue

ExpectedParticipants

Programme

Alpensia Resort, Pyeongchang County, Gangwon Province, Korea(Main venue for the 2018 Olympic Winter Games)

October 12 to 16, 2015 (5 Days)

VenueGangwon Province, Republic of Korea

The Gangwon Province is at the center of Baekdu-daegan, a major range of mountains

forming the backbone of the Korean Peninsula. The eastern region runs along the coast

and the northern region lies face-to-face with the Demilitarized Zone. Its western area

is easily vulnerable to wildland fire due to the warm and dry weather and strong Foehn

winds in spring. As a local autonomous entity which deals with a large number of fires

every year, Gangwon Province is selected as the co-host of the 6th IWFC.

VenueAlpensia Resort in Pyeongchang County

Located about 2.5 hours from Seoul by bus, Pyeongchang County is

in the central region of south Gangwon Province. Of its total land,

approximately 65% lies on highlands 700 meters above sea level,

which is said to be the ideal altitude for the biorhythm of humans,

animals, and plants. Pyeongchang offers unspoiled natural beauty

year round, making it a much beloved spot among nature lovers.

Among the major resorts in Pyeongchang is the Alpensia Resort

Complex, which will serve as the main venue for the 2018 Olympic

Winter Games. The resort is a mega multi-tourist complex with ski

slopes, a golf course, a water park, convention halls, hotels,

condominiums, accommodation with various price classes.

Monday

October 12

Tuesday

October 13

Wednesday

October 14

Thursday

October 15

Friday

October 16

Morning

Afternoon

Evening

Opening Ceremony

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FarewellDinner

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PlenarySession

Field Day

Plenary Session

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Ceremony

Lunch

Parallel Session

ParallelSession

Lunch

ParallelSession

Programme at a Glance(*The schedule below is a provisional programme and subject to change.)

Fire history

Traditional wildland fire management

Fire, natural and cultural heritage

Fire landscapes

Modeling of past, current, and future fire regimes

Fire ecology

Fire management

Fire, human health, and security

Fire-atmosphere-climate interactions

Forest management and protection adapting to climate change

Community-Based Fire Management

Land and fire management policies

Disaster and security management strategies

Advanced fire management tools

International cooperation in fire management, etc.

Conference Topics for Plenary & Thematic Sessions

Wildland fire apparatus - fire engines, trucks, tenders

Aerial firefighting equipments - helicopters, air tankers, their accessories

Extinguishers, extinguishing agents, water pumps, hoses, accessories

Fire suppression instruments

Protective gear - fire suits, fire shelters

External sprinkler system

Aircraft navigation system

Fire surveillance cameras

Fire danger forecast system

Fire situation control system

Fire dissemination forecast system

Organizations, institutions, associations

Standard booth (3m x 3m) fee: $2,500 (expected)

Exhibition

Joint fire drill (Incident commander, aerial suppression team, ground forces,

local governments, and fire brigade)

Suppression contest of ground forces

Field Day

Opening ceremony

Welcome reception

Closing ceremony

Farewell gala dinner

Side events

Workshop

Korean traditional performances, etc.

Social Events

Special Events

Tour programs of pre/in/post-conference are scheduled for registered

participants and companions at special rates or free of charge.

Tour Programs

Online registration on conference website starting 1 September 2014

Make a payment (Credit card / Bank transfer)

- Expected registration fee: around $550 (including reception &

farewell dinner)

- Discounts for developing countries, NGOs, students, and early bird

(until February 2015) are considered.

- Daily rates and registration fee for accompanying persons are

considered.

Print out the confirmation letter to turn in at the registration desk.

January – March 2015

Standard booth (3m x 3m) fee: $2,500 (expected)

Exhibitor early bird deadline: 28 February 2015

Registration Procedure and Payment

Call for Presentation Abstracts

Exhibition Booth Reservation

Incheon(ICN), Yangyang, and Cheongju International Airports

Public limousine bus (ICN to Alpensia: 3.3hr, $24)

Airport shuttle buses are provided during the conference period.

Airports to Venue

Alpensia Resort

Yongpyeong Resort

Others : Phoenix Park (969)*, Kensington (287), Olympia (98), Hanwha (438), etc.

*( ): Number of guest rooms

Name Rooms Beds Price Range

InterContinental (H) 238 329 TBD

Holiday Inn (H) 214 294 TBD

Holiday Inn & Suite (C) 427 365 TBD

Name Rooms Beds Price Range

Drangon Valley (H) 191 290 TBD

Tower (C) 208 96 $66

Villa (C) 411 968 $75-100

Greenpia (C) 276 166 $70-90

Verde Hill (C) $95-113

AccommodationHotels(H) and Condominiums(C) at Special Prices ($70-250)

Shuttle buses are provided around the area.

Make a reservation directly to a hotel.

TransportationMap of Nearby Hotels and Condominiums ( )

A wide selection of dishes is available in many restaurants along the

Alpensia Retail Street at all prices from $7.

Food court is prepared for easier meal service in a limited lunch time.

All registered delegates and companions are invited to Reception dinner

and Farewell gala dinner.

Morning and afternoon teas are included in the registration fee.

Food & Beverage

Registration Open 1 September 2014

Early Bird Registration Deadline 28 February 2015

Exhibitor Early Bird Deadline 28 February 2015

Call for Presentation Abstracts January – March 2015

Early Bird

Deadline

2014

Jan. Sep.

2015

Jan.

Registration

Open

(Exhibition/

Side Event)

Call for Abstracts

Closed

Mar. D-DayFeb.

Key Dates

The conference programme, call for sessions, and agenda will be announced

through our website when the details are available. Please visit us at

www.wildfire2015.kr or contact us on email for more information.

Website: www.wildfire2015.kr

E-mail: wildfire@forest.go.kr

Address: The 6th International Wildland Fire Conference Organizing Committee,

Korea Forest Service, 189 Cheongsa-ro, Seo-gu, Daejeon City,

Republic of Korea 302-701

Tel. +82-42-481-4127

Fax. +82-42-481-4260

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