Disaster Relief Training 2027

Prepare to serve after disaster strikes. Our Disaster Relief Training series equips churches and volunteers to help communities recover after hurricanes, wildfires and other disasters. Disaster areas are always in need of trained volunteers. Classes cover the practical skills of disaster relief work, taught by an experienced instructor, so your team can help survivors put their lives back together safely and with confidence.

All indoor classes are held at US Digital Outreach Center • Mount Hood Room
1400 NE 136th Avenue, Suite 201 | Vancouver, Washington 98684

All classes are held on Saturdays. Outdoor class locations are announced closer to the class date.

Download the 2027 Disaster Relief Training Schedule (PDF)

Date

Course Name and Description

Cost

Jan 23, 2027

Stages of Disaster Relief

8:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Feb 20, 2027

Trip Scouting

8:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Mar 13, 2027

Team Care

8:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Mar 27, 2027

Safety Gear

8:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Apr 10, 2027

Clothing and Gear

8:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Apr 24, 2027

Communication

8:30 AM – 11:30 AM

May 15, 2027

Disaster First Aid, Part 1

8:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Includes $10 supplies fee.

$145.00Add to cart

May 29, 2027

Disaster First Aid, Part 2

8:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Includes $20 supplies fee.

$155.00Add to cart

Jun 26, 2027

Chainsaw Safety & Basics

8:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Jul 10, 2027

Downed Tree Cutting

8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Includes $15 supplies fee.
Outdoor course. Location will be announced closer to the date.
Prerequisite: Chainsaw Safety & Basics

$105.00Add to cart

Aug 14, 2027

Tree Felling Basics

8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Includes $15 supplies fee.
Outdoor course. Location will be announced closer to the date.
Prerequisite: Chainsaw Safety & Basics

$135.00Add to cart

Aug 28, 2027

Level 1 Rigging

8:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Sep 18, 2027

Level 2 Rigging

8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Includes $15 supplies fee.
Outdoor course. Location will be announced closer to the date.
Prerequisite: Level 1 Rigging

$135.00Add to cart

Oct 16, 2027

Field Cooking

8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Includes $10 supplies fee.

Oct 16, 2027

Power and Fuels

10:45 AM – 11:45 AM

Oct 30, 2027

Sorting & FEMA Contracted Removal

8:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Nov 13, 2027

Cleaning and Sanitation

8:30 AM – 10:00 AM

Nov 13, 2027

Mold, Contamination Handling, & Cleanup

10:15 AM – 11:45 AM

Nov 20, 2027

Poisonous Plants

8:30 AM – 10:00 AM

Nov 20, 2027

Water Purification

10:15 AM – 11:45 AM
Includes $10 supplies fee.

REFUND POLICY

Cancellations made 30+ days in advance of the event date will receive an 85% refund. Cancellations made less than 30 days from event date will receive a 50% refund. If you prefer, you may apply 100% of the cost towards any future class. Credit for future class must be used within one year.