NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING/SEMINAR /VENDOR SHOWCASE 

Common Man Inn and Spa, Plymouth, NH 

Thursday, April 9, 2026 

 

The Seminar will begin at 1:00 pm and feature Fire Chief Darryl Jones of the Pittsburgh, PA Bureau of Fire.  Dr. Jones is an experienced Executive Fire Officer with a demonstrated track record of leadership in the public safety industry. Skilled in Crisis Management, Government, Emergency Management, Disaster Response, and Fire Management. Strong professional with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) focused in Public Safety and Emergency Management from Capella University. 

 

The vendor area will be open from 3:00 to 6:00 pm with hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar from 4:00 to 6:00 pm.  Dinner and a meeting will follow at 6:00 pm.  Spouses/guests are welcome to join you!  

Meal choices:  NY Sirloin OR Apple Walnut Chicken (both choices $39.00 each – thanks to Vendor support!)  CHOOSE MEAL(S) WHEN REGISTERING

Those wishing to stay overnight receive reduced rates.  Mention “NH Fire Chiefs” when reserving rooms. 

 

22 VENDORS HAVE COMMITTED TO JOINING US AND SPONSORING US, SO LET’S SHOW THEM OUR SUPPORT! 

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION:  FRIDAY, APRIL 3

 

CLICK THE COMMON MAN LOGO BELOW TO REGISTER.   

 
Congressional Fire Service Institute 2026
NHAFC Executive Board Members at CFSI 2026
NHAFC Board Members were in Washington, D.C. this week
meeting with New Hampshire's Congressional Delegates to discuss
Critical Fire and EMS Legislative Initiatives.
Left to Right: Chief Frank Fraitzel, Chief Dave Emanuel, Chief Ben Laroche,
Chief James Watkins and Chief James Chamberlain

 

 

NHAFC 

547 Charles Bancroft Hwy.

Litchfield, NH  03052

Attn:  Decals

 

 

 For Corporate Sponsorships or Donations Please Click the link below 

The New Hampshire Association of Fire Chiefs, Inc.
is a tax-exempt entity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Tax ID: 22-2484384.
 
 
 

 

Our Purpose and Beliefs

The purpose of this organization shall be to:
  • Promote and develop professionalism in all aspects of the fire service including, but not limited to emergency medical services, emergency management, and the protection of life, property and the environment. ·
  • Promote research and effective and efficient methods of suppression, prevention, training, and public education as it relates to all aspects of the fire service. ·
  • Promote and lobby for legislative changes that will aid the fire service in carrying out its functions. ·
  • Provide leadership qualities for the New Hampshire Fire Service and such other matters as the interest of the Fire Service may, from time to time, bring to our attention.

 

 

Mission

Providing Leadership, Education, and Advocacy for the New Hampshire Fire Service.
 
VISION 
The Vision of the NHAFC is to create a self-sustaining organization that promotes leadership, mentoring, development, and empathy in the NH Fire Service. 
The organization shall foster an atmosphere of creativity, cohesiveness, professionalism, and integrity as its core values.