Registration for SWAIT Reno 2026 is Open!
February 10-12, 2026
The time has come to start registering for SWAIT Reno 2026. The training will be February 10-12, 2026 at the Regional Public Safety Training Center in Reno, NV. Check out our line up for the year.
The upcoming Serial Wildland Arson Investigation Training course will center on two primary themes. The first theme targets the enhancement of Wildland Origin and Cause Investigations. Seasoned investigators from the US Forest Service, Cal FIRE, and Canadian Forestry will deliver technical training on interpreting fire pattern indicators, evaluating extensive origin areas, and verifying ignition hypotheses using scientific research and testing methods. The second theme focuses on the practical application of modern technology to aid Origin and Cause investigations and to facilitate the initiation of related criminal investigations. Specialists from the USFS and the private sector will cover the use of navigation applications, hunting apps, and unmanned aerial systems (drones). These themes will be woven together through case studies presented by leading experts in wildland and serial arson investigations.
Due to high demand, the course will once again be offered “live On Demand” or streaming for a limited time for those unable to attend in person.
For 2026 we are partnering with InsturQ.co for an On Demand/Virtual option. InstruQ.co is a leader in video on demand and live streaming training for law enforcement agencies. They use multicam 1080 HD technology to record and stream training throughout the world, and are the official streaming service for the LA HIDTA training.
Registration for our on demand/virtual option today. For more information check out the registration link.
For 2026 we are partnering with the Element Reno for our official hotel. The Element is offering a limited number of rooms at the Fed Gov rate ($138). For more information on hotel and travel to SWAIT Reno 2025 check out our travel page.
Real world Serial/Wildland Arson Investigation Training is hard to come by! Networking opportunities abound at this high-caliber training event. We invite you to join us in Reno and encourage you to bring your colleagues along for this invaluable experience.