Disaster Readiness Workshops
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.
Ready Before Disaster Strikes
Disasters don’t wait, so why should you? Join one of our Free Disaster Readiness Workshops and turn preparedness into an empowering, interactive experience.
These aren’t boring lectures—they’re hands-on, practical, and even a little fun! You’ll learn how to:
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Build a personalized disaster, evacuation, and recovery plan
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Use simple checklists and tools to stay calm when things get chaotic
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Understand safe evacuation strategies and what recovery really looks like
Our experts (and people who’ve lived through real disasters) will share insider tips and guide you through activities that make planning easy and stress-free.
Why it matters: When disaster hits, preparation can make all the difference. Protect your loved ones, your home, and your peace of mind.
Sign up today for a Free Disaster Readiness Workshop—because being ready isn’t just smart, it’s life-saving!
Disaster Readiness Workshop Formats
1-Day Workshop
Our One-Day Workshop packs the essentials into a single session—learn how to protect your home, pack your Go-Bag, choose key documents, plan evacuation routes, and find help when you need it most. Everything you need to start your preparedness journey in one day!
2-Day Workshop
Day 1
Learn the essentials of disaster preparedness in our first session—what to pack in your Go-Bag, key documents to take, evacuation routes, and creating defensible space. You’ll leave with checklists, forms, and the know-how to start building your personalized plan.
2-Day Workshop
Day 2
Dive into evacuation and recovery in our second session—learn critical steps, where to go, how to stay informed, and communicate during a disaster. Then explore the recovery journey, from rebuilding after loss to coping with emotional challenges like PTSD and survivor’s guilt.
2026 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
Day One Dates
Preparedness
Saturday, February 7
Saturday, April 18
Saturday, September 12
Day Two Dates
Evacuation and Recovery
Saturday, March 21
Saturday, May 30
Saturday, October 17
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 - 2:00 pm
Length: 5 Hours
Location: 8171 Mt. Aukum Road, Suite 103, Mt. Aukum
One-Day Dates
Saturday, March 14
Saturday, June 27
Saturday, August 29
If you know someone who could benefit from attending one of the Disaster Readiness Workshops, please share the registration link and flyer for the 2026 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.
