Training
Training is for ANFFLA volunteers is held once a year in Spring. New members have 6 hours of Class Training plus an In-Tower Training. Returning, active lookouts have one “reconnect” training class to attend. Please see below for details.
New Volunteer Training
Each Spring we offer training for new volunteers. To accommodate schedules, there are two options for our New Volunteer classes. One is an all-day, Saturday class. The other is option is split into two evenings. You need only to attend the all day class OR the two-evening classes.
Training classes for the 2025 Season are now full. Sign up to be notified when the training registration opens for next season.
Option 1 – All Day
- One all-day class offered once during training each Spring
Option 2 – Two Evenings
- Two evenings, each with a 3 hour class offered each Spring
If you choose this option you must attend BOTH classes to qualify for In-Tower Training.
In-Tower Training
- This will be scheduled at the end of your in class training.
You must complete one of the two training class options BEFORE you can schedule your In-Tower Training.
New Volunteer Training Location
All new volunteer classes will be held at:
Angeles National Forest Supervisor’s Office
701 N. Santa Anita Ave.
Arcadia, CA 91006
Angeles National Forest - Supervisor's Office
Returning Volunteer Training
RETURNING VOLUNTEERS MUST COMPLETE AN ONLINE CLASS FOR THE 2025 SEASON
Online Reconnect Training
- Qualified returning volunteers will be sent the link to the 2025 Online Reconnect.