"You think you know everything about wildfire disaster preparedness???
You don't!!! Do yourself a favor and
attend the workshop."
Preparedness
Made Easy & Fun!
Our two formats for the Disaster Preparedness Workshop distinguish themselves from
typical lecture-style seminars. We create an interactive and engaging atmosphere that includes practical activities and insights from individuals who have experienced disasters directly. Experts in disaster management will share vital information, assisting you in developing a thorough strategy for preparedness, evacuation, and recovery
after any emergency or disaster event.
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Disaster Readiness Workshops
Join us for one of our Free Disaster Readiness Workshops and take the first step in ensuring the safety and well-being of your household in the face of potential disasters. Our workshops are designed to be practical, simple, and even fun, making it easier for you to understand and implement effective disaster preparedness measures, identify safer evacuation practices, and an understanding of the long recovery process.
By the end of the workshops, you will have the necessary tools and resources to create a comprehensive disaster preparedness, evacuation, and recovery plan for your household, regardless of where you are with your preparedness journey.
From easy-to-use checklists to informative signs and forms, we have everything you need to help ease some of the stress that arises when a disaster or emergency threatens everything you hold dear.
Our workshops are not your typical lecture-based seminar. We guarantee a engaging and interactive experience, filled with activities and insights from individuals who have personal experiences with disasters. Experts in the field of disaster management will provide valuable knowledge and guidance to help you build an individualized plan.
Don't miss this opportunity to empower yourself and your loved ones. Sign up for our one of our Free Disaster Preparedness Workshop today and take the first step towards a safer and more secure future.
West Slope Foundation's
Disaster Readiness Workshops are endorsed by:
New to the 2025 Workshops
2025 Disaster Readiness Workshops
2-Day Preparedness, Evacuation & Recovery Workshop
Day One
Preparedness
The first session addresses various aspects of preparedness, including essential items to include in your Go-Bag and evacuation kit; recognizing
key documents and belongings to bring during an evacuation; creating defensible space; planning evacuation routes; along with other relevant subjects! Participants will leave equipped with forms, checklists, resources, and valuable knowledge to begin developing a personalized plan.
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Length: 6 Hours
Day Two
Evacuation & Recovery
The second session focuses on different facets of evacuation,
including critical steps to take, possible destinations to consider, and
ways to gather information. Additionally, communication tactics during
a disaster will be explored. It then transitions into the recovery phase
post-disaster, covering topics like dealing with the loss of a home, the considerable effort involved in rebuilding, as well as addressing PTSD
and feelings of survivor’s guilt among other related issues.
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Length: 6 Hours
2-Day Workshop Schedule & Locations
Day One Dates
Preparedness
Saturday, March 22
8171 Mt. Aukum Road, Suite 103, Mt. Aukum
Saturday, May 17
2200 Country Club Drive, Cameron Park
Saturday, October 25
8171 Mt. Aukum Road, Suite 103, Mt. Aukum
Day One Dates
Evacuation and Recovery
Saturday, April 26
8171 Mt. Aukum Road, Suite 103, Mt. Aukum
Saturday, June 28
2200 Country Club Drive, Cameron Park
Saturday, November 15
8171 Mt. Aukum Road, Suite 103, Mt. Aukum
1-Day Preparedness & Evacuation Workshop
One-Day
Preparedness & Evacuation
The Two-Day workshop condensed into One-Day gives you basic information about getting prepared and what to do if you had to evacuate. Things you will learn are, how to protect your home with defensible space,
what important documents and items to take when evacuating, essential items to include in your Go-Bag and evacuation kit, where to get help. identifying evacuation route(s), and so much more.
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Length: 4 Hours
Location: 8171 Mt. Aukum Road, Suite 103, Mt. Aukum
One-Day Dates
Saturday, July 26
8171 Mt. Aukum Road, Suite 103, Mt. Aukum
Saturday, August 23
8171 Mt. Aukum Road, Suite 103, Mt. Aukum
Saturday, September 27
8171 Mt. Aukum Road, Suite 103, Mt. Aukum
Help Others Get Prepared
If you know someone who could benefit from attending one of the Disaster Rreadiness Workshops, please share the registration link and flyer for the 2025 sessions (see below). Participants will gain crucial knowledge and skills to successfully prepare for, evacuate during, and recover after possible disasters, thereby enhancing the safety and resilience of our communities. Together, we can make a difference.
Save Time, Get a Preparedness Bundle
If you can't attend one of the Disaster Preparedness Workshops
but still want to get prepared, we have several Disaster Preparedness Bundles available to help you get started on your readiness journey .
These bundles not only help ensure your household is ready for emergencies, but also support our mission to assist the
community before, during, and after a disaster.
By ordering your Disaster Preparedness Bundle, you'll be taking proactive steps to protect yourself and your loved ones while also contributing
to our efforts to strengthen community resilience.
Thank you for helping us make a difference!
Preparedness Bundles
Bundle Items
Go Bag: two-person, 72-hours worth of food and water, survival flashlight, 4-in-1 radio, 12-hour emergency glow stick, body warmers, emergency blankets, ponchos, emergency tube tent with rope, compass, work gloves, safety goggles, hygiene kit, small first aid kit, plus much more.
First Aid Kit: 234 piece that includes care for cuts, stings, bites, sprains, burns, and more.
Disaster Preparedness Plan: everything you need to put together a plan for your household.
West Slope Foundation Shirt and Hat
I’m Ready Bundle
$300 (value $475
Go Bag
First Aid Kit
Disaster Preparedness Plan
West Slope Foundation Shirt and Hat
Almost Everything Bundle
$250 (value $475)
Go Bag
First Aid Kit
Disaster Preparedness Plan
The Basic Bundle
$175 (value $350)
Go Bag
Disaster Preparedness Plan
Get You Started Bundle
$85 (value $125)
First Aid Kit
Disaster Preparedness Plan
First Step Bundle
$50 (value $75)
Disaster Preparedness Plan
