There is still time to be a speaker, workshop or special session host, in Florida at the 2026 International Smoke Symposium.

The end of the US Government shutdown has now allowed many people to return to work and consider their submissions so the deadline has been extended to Wednesday November 26, 2025.

We are open to proposals for talks, workshops or other special sessions that meet the needs of global experts and practitioners at the forefront of wildland fire and smoke science.

This premier event convenes air quality specialists, fire professionals, health scientists, policymakers, and technology innovators to explore the complex challenges and emerging solutions surrounding wildland and agricultural smoke.

As a hybrid event, all presentations will be live-streamed and taped for later playback.

From Maryland (2013) to Long Beach (2016) to a fully virtual format in 2020, the International Smoke Symposium continues to evolve—uniting global voices and advancing the science and practice of smoke management. The 2026 symposium will be held in person at the new Leigh Perkins Conservation Education Center in Tallahassee, Florida.

What to Expect:

• Cutting-edge research on smoke tracking, modelling and health impacts.

• Strategies for field management, communication and response.

• Insights into social, ecological and economic implications.

• Training opportunities for operational professionals.

• A showcase of innovative tools and technologies.

Join for the 2026 International Smoke Symposium ISS4, Tallahassee, Florida, March 23-27, 2026. In person and online. The deadlines for submission of proposals for Presentations and for Special Sessions closes on November 26, 2025

Read more about the event and the call for presentations.