About IWFC The International Wildland Fire Conference provides an arena for all stakeholders to share knowledge and experience of fire management methodology through plenary meeting, theme sessions, and regional meetings. Fire fighting demonstration and exhibition which shows various products and technology are also held along with the Conference. 1989 Boston, USA 1997 Vancouver, Canada 2003 Sydney, Australia 2007 Seville, Spain 2011 Sun City, South Africa
Host of the 6 th IWFC The Korea Forest Service and the Province of Gangwon Auspices and Main Partner Organizations The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNISDR) Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) The Global Fire Monitoring Centre (GFMC) International Tropical Timber Organization (ITTO) The United States Forest Service The Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre Inc. (CIFFC) The Australasian Fire Authorities Council (AFAC) The Bushfire Cooperative Research Centre (BushfireCRC) Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Environment Working on Fire (WoF)
Theme - Global natural and cultural fire heritage - Protecting the global natural and cultural heritage from fire - Towards a cohesive global fire management strategy
Period Venue October 12 to 16, 2015 (5 Days) Alpensia Resort, Pyeongchang County, Gangwon Province, Korea (Main venue for the 2018 Olympic Winter Games) Expected Participants Total 3,000 guests (Overseas 1,000, Domestic 2,000) Representatives of International Organizations; Governments; Private sector; Non-governmental organizations; Experts (researchers and managers) of wildland fire science & management, fire history & social sciences, forestry, climate & meteorology, ecology, disaster management, human health and security. Programme Plenary sessions & Keynote lectures, Thematic sessions Regional sessions, Poster sessions, Exhibition Excursion on wildland fire fighting, Posters, Side events
Venue Gangwon Province, Republic of Korea The Gangwon Province is at the center of Baekdu-daegan, a major range of mountains forming the backbone of the Korean Peninsula. The eastern region runs along the coast and the northern region lies face-to-face with the Demilitarized Zone. Its western area is easily vulnerable to wildland fire due to the warm and dry weather and strong Foehn winds in spring. As a local autonomous entity which deals with a large number of fires every year, Gangwon Province is selected as the co-host of the 6th IWFC.
Venue Alpensia Resort in Pyeongchang County Located about 2.5 hours from Seoul by bus, Pyeongchang County is in the central region of south Gangwon Province. Of its total land, approximately 65% lies on highlands 700 meters above sea level, which is said to be the ideal altitude for the biorhythm of humans, animals, and plants. Pyeongchang offers unspoiled natural beauty year round, making it a much beloved spot among nature lovers. Among the major resorts in Pyeongchang is the Alpensia Resort Complex, which will serve as the main venue for the 2018 Olympic Winter Games. The resort is a mega multi-tourist complex with ski slopes, a golf course, a water park, convention halls, hotels, condominiums, accommodation with various price classes.
Programme at a Glance (*The schedule below is a provisional programme and subject to change.) Monday October 12 Tuesday October 13 Wednesday October 14 Thursday October 15 Friday October 16 Morning Afternoon Evening Registration Opening Ceremony & Welcome Reception Plenary Session Lunch Parallel Session Exhibition & Companion Program Plenary Session Parallel Session Lunch Parallel Session Regional Session Exhibition & Companion Program Field Day Farewell Dinner Exhibition& Companion Program Plenary Session & Closing Ceremony
Conference Topics for Plenary & Thematic Sessions Fire history Traditional wildland fire management Fire, natural and cultural heritage Fire landscapes Modeling of past, current, and future fire regimes Fire ecology Fire management Fire, human health, and security Fire-atmosphere-climate interactions Forest management and protection adapting to climate change Community-Based Fire Management Land and fire management policies Disaster and security management strategies Advanced fire management tools International cooperation in fire management, etc.
Exhibition Wildland fire apparatus - fire engines, trucks, tenders Aerial firefighting equipments - helicopters, air tankers, their accessories Extinguishers, extinguishing agents, water pumps, hoses, accessories Fire suppression instruments Protective gear - fire suits, fire shelters External sprinkler system Aircraft navigation system Fire surveillance cameras Fire danger forecast system Fire situation control system Fire dissemination forecast system Organizations, institutions, associations Standard booth (3m x 3m) fee: $2,500 (expected)
Field Day Joint fire drill (Incident commander, aerial suppression team, ground forces, local governments, and fire brigade) Suppression contest of ground forces
Social Events Opening ceremony Welcome reception Closing ceremony Farewell gala dinner Special Events Side events Workshop Korean traditional performances, etc.
Tour Programs Tour programs of pre/in/post-conference are scheduled for registered participants and companions at special rates or free of charge.
Registration Procedure and Payment Online registration on conference website starting 1 September 2014 Make a payment (Credit card / Bank transfer) - Expected registration fee: around $550 (including reception & farewell dinner) - Discounts for developing countries, NGOs, students, and early bird (until February 2015) are considered. - Daily rates and registration fee for accompanying persons are considered. Print out the confirmation letter to turn in at the registration desk. Call for Presentation Abstracts January March 2015 Exhibition Booth Reservation Standard booth (3m x 3m) fee: $2,500 (expected) Exhibitor early bird deadline: 28 February 2015
Airports to Venue Incheon(ICN), Yangyang, and Cheongju International Airports Public limousine bus (ICN to Alpensia: 3.3hr, $24) Airport shuttle buses are provided during the conference period.
Accommodation Hotels(H) and Condominiums(C) at Special Prices ($70-250) Alpensia Resort Name Rooms Beds Price Range InterContinental (H) 238 329 TBD Holiday Inn (H) 214 294 TBD Holiday Inn & Suite (C) 427 365 TBD Yongpyeong Resort Name Rooms Beds Price Range Drangon Valley (H) 191 290 TBD Tower (C) 208 96 $66 Villa (C) 411 968 $75-100 Greenpia (C) 276 166 $70-90 Verde Hill (C) $95-113 Others : Phoenix Park (969)*, Kensington (287), Olympia (98), Hanwha (438), etc. *( ): Number of guest rooms
Transportation Map of Nearby Hotels and Condominiums ( ) Shuttle buses are provided around the area. Make a reservation directly to a hotel.
Food & Beverage A wide selection of dishes is available in many restaurants along the Alpensia Retail Street at all prices from $7. Food court is prepared for easier meal service in a limited lunch time. All registered delegates and companions are invited to Reception dinner and Farewell gala dinner. Morning and afternoon teas are included in the registration fee.
Key Dates Registration Open 1 September 2014 Early Bird Registration Deadline 28 February 2015 Exhibitor Early Bird Deadline 28 February 2015 Call for Presentation Abstracts January March 2015 Early Bird Deadline 2014 Jan. Sep. 2015 Jan. Feb. Mar. D-Day Registration Open (Exhibition/ Side Event) Call for Abstracts Closed
For More Detailed Information The conference programme, call for sessions, and agenda will be announced through our website when the details are available. Please visit us at www.wildfire2015.kr or contact us on email for more information. Website: www.wildfire2015.kr E-mail: wildfire@forest.go.kr Address: The 6 th International Wildland Fire Conference Organizing Committee, Korea Forest Service, 189 Cheongsa-ro, Seo-gu, Daejeon City, Republic of Korea 302-701 Tel. +82-42-481-4127 Fax. +82-42-481-4260