“A Preparedness Guide for Wildland Firefighters and Their Families provides honest information,
resources, and conversation starters to give you, the wildland firefighter, tools that will be helpful in
preparing yourself and your support network for the realities of your career.
This publication does not set any standards or mandates; rather, it is intended to provide you with
helpful information to bridge the gap between wellness and managing the unexpected. This publication
helps firefighters and support networks such as family members, significant others, and friends prepare
for and respond to planned and unplanned situations in the world of wildland firefighting. Some sections
of this guide are written for the firefighter, while other sections are intended to be shared directly with
support networks.”