NFFE-FSC Breaking News
March 31, 2026: USDA releases reorganization plans for the US Forest Service. Check our home page for links.
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Training
General Information
In-person trainings are back at the William W. Winpisinger Center (W3) in Maryland this year!
Spaces are limited for each class, so if you are interested please pay attention to registration deadlines.
Transportation to and from W3 is booked by travel agents contracted by IAM/W3. If you do sign up, the information provided (i.e. name) will be used when purchasing plane tickets and needs to match your State ID or Passport.
2026 FSC Training
The 2026 trainings at W3 are out and available to sign up. The IAM government employees department is also hosting several trainings that we are able to attend. Remember you attend the trainings on official time!
2026 FSC Basic Steward Training
- January 25-30, 2026 - 35 slots
2026 FSC Intermediate Steward Training
- February 8-13, 2026 - 35 slots
2026 IAM Government Employees Department Training
- January 18-23, 2026
- May 31 - June 5, 2026
- August 9-14 2026
Federal Employees Advanced Training
- April 26 - May 1, 2026
Federal Employees Collective Bargaining Training
- March 1-6 2026