SHARE THE KNOWLEDGE
We exist For You,
so you can be there For Them.
The Nebraska Society of Fire Service Instructors (NSFSI) is dedicated to excellence in the training of Emergency Response Personnel. Our emphasis is placed on the development of the emergency response instructor or training officer. Our annual conference, the Les Lukert Conference, provides participants the opportunity to participate in the development, which will lead to uniform professional standards for emergency response instructors and training officers.
What You Need To Know
Join us February 6th-8th, 2026 in Kearney, Nebraska for a weekend Jim Duffy quotes as the “Best Little Conference in the Midwest” and Bobby Eckert says is “The Best Conference I’ve ever been to.”
Brotherhood, Hospitality, Into-The-Job Firefighters - you’ll find it all here.
Class Descriptions
Live Fire, H.O.T., EMS, Leadership - We’ve got it!
Read descriptions of all of the 2026 classes now!
Conference Merch
Merch available ONLY at the conference! Pre-order with your registration or purchase at the conference.
Conference Shirts available for pre-order to be shipped to you or pick-up at the Conference.
SHIRT ORDER CLOSES JANUARY 19TH at 11AM.
Vendors & Sponsors
Vendor spaces available all day during our symposium lectures and sponsor opportunities to fit your budget. If you want to help further aggressive fire culture in Nebraska, this is the place for you. The NSFSI is a 501(c)(3) organization.
Book Your Hotel
We’ve partnered with the Holiday Inn Kearney to offer a special discounted price block for our attendees. Call the Hotel at 308-237-5971 and mention our conference to reserve your room.
PRICING ENDS JANUARY 13TH
“Let those who pass after him be recognized for their contributions to the educational process and the ultimate goal for all firefighters – To Save Lives.”
— NSFSI Memorial Plaque,
In remembrance of Lester L. Lukert.
