BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Florida Association of Animal Welfare Organizations - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Florida Association of Animal Welfare Organizations X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://faawo.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Florida Association of Animal Welfare Organizations REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T110000 DTSTAMP:20260501T034455 CREATED:20250716T134546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T134721Z UID:10000025-1752746400-1752750000@faawo.org SUMMARY:LIVE Webinar: Transportation Resources and Support Tools for Florida Animal Shelters DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Sara Varsa\, Executive Vice President\, Programs at Greater Good Charities; Jeremy Hillengas\, Program Manager for Florida SARC\, SPCA Florida; and Randa Richter\, Humane Programs & Public Media Director\, SPCA Florida. \nThis webinar will explore ways shelters can successfully navigate transportation needs before\, during and after natural and man-made disasters\, as well as everything in between. URL:https://faawo.org/event/live-webinar-transportation-resources-and-support-tools-for-florida-animal-shelters/ LOCATION:https://faawo.org/event/live-webinar-transportation-resources-and-support-tools-for-florida-animal-shelters/ CATEGORIES:Member Event,Webinar Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://faawo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/transport-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Florida Association of Animal Welfare Organizions":MAILTO:admin@faawo.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250124T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T034455 CREATED:20241031T172421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T112207Z UID:10000023-1737648000-1737734400@faawo.org SUMMARY:2025 FAAWO State Leadership Conference DESCRIPTION:DESCRIPTION:\nHosted by FAAWO and Orlando Cat Cafe \nJoin FAAWO for a mini conference open to Member Organizations as well as executive and leadership staff from non-member private shelters\, municipal shelters\, and rescue organizations in Florida. \nCentrally located in Orlando at the TownePlace Suites Orlando at Flamingo Crossings\, conference attendees will enjoy Orlando Cat Cafe tours\, a cocktail hour\, breakfast and lunch\, sponsor exhibits and more than 10 presentations from Florida experts and leaders in animal welfare. Presentations will be concise and digestible (15 to 45 minutes) while offering resources and takeaways.  \nTICKETS:\nEach attendee must have a ticket. Tickets include:  \n\nTour of Orlando Cat Cafe\, Thursday\, January 23\nCocktail Hour (sodas and appetizers included\, cash bar)\, Thursday\, January 23\nContinental Breakfast on Friday\, January 24\nAccess to all conference sessions on Friday\, January 24\nBoxed lunch on Friday\, January 24\nAttendees from non-member organizations receive a 1-year membership to FAAWO\n\nFAAWO Member Organizations: FREE\nNon-Member Organizations: $99/person (this does not include hotel room for overnight guests. See below for link to book your room.)\n\nVENUE & LODGING:\n\nReservations are first-come\, first-served at the conference venue TownePlace Suites Orlando at Flamingo Crossings\nThere is a $10/day parking fee \n\nRESERVE YOUR ROOM NOW! \n \nAGENDA: Thursday\, January 23\, 2025 \n(Thursday activities are optional) \nTour of Orlando Cat Cafe4:00pm – 6:00pm | 532 Cagan Park Avenue\, Clermont \nConference Kick-Off Cocktail Hour Sponsored by Orlando Cat Cafe6:00pm – 8:00pm | Flamingo’s Bar & Grille\, 13279 Hartzog Rd.\, Winter GardenMeet and mingle with FAAWO members and leadership executives from Florida shelters. \nAGENDA: Friday\, January 24\, 2025\nFriday breakfast\, lunch and presentations will be held at the TownCenter Suites Orlando at Flamingo Crossing \nRegistration and Continental Breakfast Sponsored by Orlando Cat Cafe8:00am – 8:30am \nWelcome and Opening Remarks8:30am – 8:45amFAAWO Board President: Sherry Silk\, Humane Society Tampa Bay \nThe Power of Partnerships: Addressing Animal Concerns in Disasters 8:45am – 9:45amDiedre Franklin\, Senior Manager\, National Partnership Strategy\, National Field Response\, ASPCAClint Ganus\, Manager\, Disaster Response\, National Field Response\, ASPCA Tim Rickey\, Vice President Field Response Policy\, Response and Engagement\, ASPCA (tentative) \nHumane Legislation – Highlights9:45am – 10:45amAmie Farquhar\, Senior Outreach Manager Government Relations\, ASPCAKate MacFall\, Florida Senior State Director\, HSUS \nSpeed Intro – The Zoomies10:45am – 11:00amInteractive session \nGet Funded: Resources\, Grants\, Development\, and Direct Mail11:00am – 11:30amMelissa Braillard\, Chairman and Board Member of Central Florida Association of Fundraising Professionals & Director of Community Support and WUCF TV and RadioLaura Littlebear\, Vice President\, Field Operations\, Greater Good Charities \nReuniting Lost Pets11:30am – 12:15pmAbbie Moore\, COO Petco Love LostAaron Klein\, Head of Product\, Petco Love Brian Lloyd\, Operations Manager\, AC Division\, Port St. Lucie PD (tentative)Courtney Medina\, Director of Client Services\, 24Pet \nSponsor Exhibits and Lunch12:15pm – 1:00pm \nThe First 90 Days – How to Hook\, Reel In\, and Keep Employees Thriving and Surviving1:00pm – 2:15pmKai Contreras\, AlphaStaffSandy Edelson\, AlphaStaffJesse Leeds\, AlphaStaffLauren Smith\, AlphaStaffMichelle Turman\, Catalyst \nState of the State\, How are Animals doing in Florida?2:15pm – 2:45pmCameron Moore\, Maddie’s Shelter Strategy and Operations Consultant\, College of Veterinary Medicine\, University of Florida \nCollaboration for Success2:45pm – 3:15pmSandra Cagan\, Owner\, Orlando Cat Cafe \nTiking\, Toking\, and Keepin’ it On Brand3:15pm – 4:00pmRegan Blessinger\, Marketing Manager\, Humane Society of Tampa BayNash McCutchen\, Design & Brand Manager\, Humane Society of Tampa Bay; FAAWO Administrative Director \nQ&A\, Closing Remarks\, and Group Photos4:00pm – 4:15pmAll presenters will be available to answer questions \nSponsor Exhibits and Optional Tour of Orlando Cat Cafe4:20pm \nPlease Note: Orlando Cat Cafe is a 15-minute drive from the conference site. Tour attendees are responsible for their own transportation. \n  \n  \n  URL:https://faawo.org/event/2025-faawo-state-leadership-conference/ LOCATION:TownPlace Suites Orlando at Flamingo Crossing\, 13295 Hartzog Rd\, Orlando\, 34787\, United States CATEGORIES:Member Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://faawo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2025-FAAWO-Web-Banners_Conf_HSUS.png ORGANIZER;CN="Florida Association of Animal Welfare Organizions":MAILTO:admin@faawo.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T153000 DTSTAMP:20260501T034455 CREATED:20240307T052004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T195635Z UID:10000006-1727424000-1727451000@faawo.org SUMMARY:FAAWO State Leadership Conference DESCRIPTION:CONFERENCE POSTPONED! \nDue to the impending hurricane and the safety concerns it presents to our attendees and speakers\, we regret to inform you that the FAAWO State Leadership Conference originally scheduled for Thursday\, September 26 and Friday\, September 27\, will be postponed. \nThe decision to postpone was made by the FAAWO Board of Directors so that we can prepare for boots-on-the-ground disaster assistance and coordination for Florida shelters in the storm’s path. We have already received several requests for help from shelters trying to get their animals to safety. Being a resource for shelters in need is FAAWO’s top priority. We understand that this news is disappointing\, and we appreciate your understanding in these challenging circumstances. \nWe are actively working on selecting new dates (probably in early spring 2025) and will notify you as soon as they are confirmed. Our priority is to reschedule the conference in a way that allows everyone to participate without concerns for safety. The Springhill Suites Marriot Flamingo Crossing in Orlando has agreed to cancel all room reservations and refund the deposits. If you made your reservation using the FAAWO Group Discount link\, there is no need for you to contact the hotel as they are taking care of it on their end. If you didn’t make your reservation through FAAWO\, then please contact the hotel directly to cancel your reservation so you do not get charged: 407-507-1300. We will use the Springhill Marriott Flamingo Crossing for the rescheduled conference. \nWe apologize for any inconvenience and will be in touch soon with further updates. In the meantime\, please contact us with any questions: admin@faawo.org. \nStay safe! \n \nDESCRIPTION:\nHosted by FAAWO and Orlando Cat Cafe \nJoin FAAWO for a mini conference open to Member Organizations as well as executive and leadership staff from non-member private shelters\, municipal shelters\, and rescue organizations in Florida. \nCentrally located in Orlando at the Springhill Suites Marriot Flamingo Crossing*\, conference attendees will enjoy Orlando Cat Cafe tours\, a cocktail hour\, breakfast and lunch\, sponsor exhibits and more than 10 presentations from Florida experts and leaders in animal welfare. Presentations will be concise and digestible (15 to 45 minutes) while offering resources and takeaways.  \n*There are 40 King Suite rooms available at a group rate of $99\, first-come\, first-served (MUST BOOK BY AUGUST 26 FOR DISCOUNTED RATE).  Click HERE to book your room at the FAAWO Conference group rate.  \nTICKETS:\nEach attendee must have a ticket. Tickets include:  \n\nTour of Orlando Cat Cafe\, September 26\nCocktail Hour (sodas and appetizers included\, cash bar)\, September 26\nContinental Breakfast on Friday\, September 27\nAccess to all conference sessions on Friday\, September 27\nBoxed lunch on Friday\, September 27\nAttendees from non-member organizations receive a 1-year membership to FAAWO\n\nFAAWO Member Organizations: FREE\nNon-Member Organizations: $99/person\n\nAGENDA: Thursday\, September 26\, 2024 \n(Thursday activities are optional) \nTour of Orlando Cat Cafe4:00pm – 6:00pm | 532 Cagan Park Avenue\, Clermont \nConference Kick-Off Cocktail Hour Sponsored by Orlando Cat Cafe5:00pm – 7:00pm | Flamingo’s Bar & Grille\, 13279 Hartzog Rd.\, Winter GardenMeet and mingle with FAAWO members and leadership executives from Florida shelters. \nAGENDA: Friday\, September 27\, 2024\nFriday breakfast\, lunch and presentations will be held at the Springhill Suites \nRegistration and Continental Breakfast Sponsored by Orlando Cat Cafe8:00am – 8:30am \nWelcome and Opening Remarks8:30am – 9:00amFAAWO Board President: Sherry Silk\, Humane Society Tampa Bay \nDisaster Response: Coordinating Emergency Services and Transport on State and National Levels 9:00am – 10:00amDiedre Franklin\, ASPCAClint Ganus\, Manager\, Disaster Response National Field Response\, ASPCA Tim Rickey\, Vice President Field Response Policy\, Response and Engagement\, ASPCA \nHumane Legislation – Highlights10:00am – 10:45amRepresentative Sam KillebrewJen Hobgood\, Ph.D.\,  Senior Director\, State Legislation & Government Relations\, Southern Division\, ASPCAKate MacFall\, Florida Senior State Director\, HSUS \nSpeed Intro – The Zoomies10:45am – 11:00amInteractive session \nGet Funded: Resources\, Grants\, Development\, and Direct Mail11:00am – 11:30amMelissa Braillard\, Chairman and Board Member of Central Florida Association of Fundraising Professionals & Director of Community Support and WUCF TV and Radio \nReuniting Lost Pets11:30am – 12:15pmAbbie Moore\, COO Petco Love LostAaron Klein\, Head of Product\, Petco Love Brian Lloyd\, Operations Manager\, Animal Control Division\, Port St. Lucie Police DepartmentCorey Price\, Managing Director of Client Services\, 24Pet \nSponsor Exhibits and Lunch12:15pm – 1:00pm \nThe First 90 Days – How to Hook\, Reel In\, and Keep Employees Thriving and Surviving1:00pm – 1:45pmSandy Edelson\, HR Account Manager\, AlphaStaffMichelle Turman\, Catalyst \nState of the State\, How are Animals doing in Florida?1:45pm – 2:15pmCameron Moore\, Maddie’s Shelter Strategy and Operations Consultant\, College of Veterinary Medicine\, University of Florida \nCollaboration for Success2:15pm – 2:30pmSandra Cagan\, Owner\, Orlando Cat CafeShelley Thayer – Executive Director\, SPCA\, Florida \nTiking\, Toking\, and Keepin’ it On Brand2:30pm – 3:00pmRegan Blessinger\, Marketing Manager\, Humane Society of Tampa BayNash McCutchen\, Design & Brand Manager\, Humane Society of Tampa Bay; FAAWO Administrative Director \nQ&A\, Closing Remarks\, and Group Photos3:00pm – 3:20pmAll presenters will be available to answer questions \nSponsor Exhibits and Optional Tour of Orlando Cat Cafe3:20pm – 4:00pmPlease Note: Orlando Cat Cafe is a 15-minute drive from the conference site. Tour attendees are responsible for their own transportation. \n  \n  \n  URL:https://faawo.org/event/florida-shelter-leadership-conference/ LOCATION:Springhill Suites Marriot Flamingo Crossings\, 13279 Hartzog Road\, Winter Garden\, FL\, 34787\, United States CATEGORIES:Member Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://faawo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2024-FAAWO-Web-Banners_CONFERENCE-POSTPONED.png ORGANIZER;CN="Florida Association of Animal Welfare Organizions":MAILTO:admin@faawo.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240829T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T034455 CREATED:20240530T164831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T164831Z UID:10000021-1724846400-1724947200@faawo.org SUMMARY:ONLINE - Small Animal Disaster and Emergency Sheltering - AWARENESS DESCRIPTION:Prerequisites: Age 18 or older. \nThis class teaches skills and knowledge necessary to volunteer in an emergency animal shelter or pet-friendly shelter. It is FEMA approved & Florida state certified. \nThis is a modified version of in person training. A working PC (desktop or laptop)\, or large tablet with a camera is required. Cel phones & smaller handheld devices do not work for this course. Homework or additional offline requirements may be necessary to complete this course and receive your certificate. \nUSE PROMO CODE “SARC” TO TAKE 30% OFF the $40 registration fee! \nThis class will take place over TWO days: August 28 & 29\, four hours each day. Participants must attend both days and complete all assigned class practicals and homework to receive a certificate of completion. \nFor more information about becoming a SARC responder\, go to https://flsarc.org/volunteers URL:https://faawo.org/event/online-small-animal-disaster-and-emergency-sheltering-awareness/ LOCATION:ONLINE CATEGORIES:Member Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://faawo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/28-AUG-ZOOM.png ORGANIZER;CN="FL SARC":MAILTO:scarriere@spcaflorida.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240825T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T034455 CREATED:20240521T184705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T184810Z UID:10000020-1724488200-1724605200@faawo.org SUMMARY:SMALL ANIMAL (Pets & Companion Animals) DISASTER AND EMERGENCY SHELTERING – OPERATIONS LEVEL DESCRIPTION:FL SARC & SPCA of BREVARD are partnering to offer you our 2 day OPERATIONS Level Small Animal Disaster/Emergency Sheltering class in Brevard County. \nThis course qualifies you for Team Lead roles in our disaster response program. \nIt also expands Level 1 and challenges experienced shelter staff with interesting scenarios of emergency sheltering during a disaster. \nPrerequisites:\n1) Age – 18+\n*Students 16-18 may register with parent or guardian \n2) RECOMMENDED: Completion of SARC Level 1 Awareness OR SART Online Pet Friendly Training (https://flsart.org/training/petshelter/) \n3) RECOMMENDED: ICS 100 \nThanks to a grant from the Melba Bayers Meyer Charitable Trust\, we are offering discounts! For a LIMITED TIME\, use the code MELBA2 to register for only $20!! URL:https://faawo.org/event/small-animal-pets-companion-animals-disaster-and-emergency-sheltering-operations-level-2/ LOCATION:SPCA OF BREVARD\, 6035 Sisson Rd\, TITUSVILLE\, FL\, 32780\, United States CATEGORIES:Member Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://faawo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/SPCA-OF-BREVARD.png ORGANIZER;CN="FL SARC":MAILTO:scarriere@spcaflorida.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T034455 CREATED:20240711T014113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T014113Z UID:10000022-1724142600-1724173200@faawo.org SUMMARY:SMALL ANIMAL DISASTER AND EMERGENCY SHELTERING - AWARENESS LEVEL DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the ORLANDO CAT CAFE\, we are offering our Level 1 Awareness course in Claremont FL. Everyone is welcome to register and attend! \nPrerequisites: Age 18 or older (16-18 w/parent or guardian). \nThis class teaches skills and knowledge necessary to volunteer in an emergency or pet-friendly shelter. \nThis course is FEMA approved and certified by the Florida Department of Emergency Management. It is required to become a FL SARC volunteer. More information can be found at https://flsarc.org/volunteers \nUse the promotion code SARC to take 30% off your registration fee of $35 at checkout! URL:https://faawo.org/event/small-animal-disaster-and-emergency-sheltering-awareness-level-3/ LOCATION:Orlando Cat Cafe\, 532 Cagan Park Ave Suite 201-203\, Clermont\, FL\, 34237\, United States CATEGORIES:Member Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://faawo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ORLANDO-CAT-CAFE-DRAFT.png ORGANIZER;CN="FL SARC":MAILTO:scarriere@spcaflorida.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240818T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T034455 CREATED:20240521T184159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T184159Z UID:10000019-1723883400-1724000400@faawo.org SUMMARY:SMALL ANIMAL (Pets & Companion Animals) DISASTER AND EMERGENCY SHELTERING – OPERATIONS LEVEL DESCRIPTION:FL SARC & Humane Society Tampa Bay are partnering to offer you our 2 day OPERATIONS Level Small Animal Disaster/Emergency Sheltering class. \nThis course qualifies you for Team Lead roles in our disaster response program. \nIt also expands Level 1 and challenges experienced shelter staff with interesting scenarios of emergency sheltering during a disaster. \nPrerequisites:\n1) Age – 18+\n*Students 16-18 may register with parent or guardian \n2) RECOMMENDED: Completion of SARC Level 1 Awareness OR SART Online Pet Friendly Training (https://flsart.org/training/petshelter/) \n3) RECOMMENDED: ICS 100 \nThanks to a grant from the Melba Bayers Meyer Charitable Trust\, we are offering discounts! For a LIMITED TIME\, use the code MELBA2 to register for only $20!! URL:https://faawo.org/event/small-animal-pets-companion-animals-disaster-and-emergency-sheltering-operations-level/ LOCATION:Humane Society Tampa Bay\, 3607 N Armenia Ave\, Tampa\, 33607\, United States CATEGORIES:Member Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://faawo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/HSTB-LEVEL-2-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="FL SARC":MAILTO:scarriere@spcaflorida.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T034455 CREATED:20240521T182824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T182824Z UID:10000018-1723019400-1723050000@faawo.org SUMMARY:SMALL ANIMAL (Pet & Companion Animals) DISASTER AND EMERGENCY SHELTERING - AWARENESS LEVEL DESCRIPTION:***ALMOST SOLD OUT!!** \nIn partnership with the Clay County Humane Society\, we are offering our Level 1 Awareness course in clay County. Everyone is welcome to register and attend! \nPrerequisites: Age 18 or older (16-18 w/parent or guardian). \nThis class teaches skills and knowledge necessary to volunteer in an emergency or pet-friendly shelter. \nThis course is FEMA approved and certified by the Florida Department of Emergency Management. It is required to become a FL SARC volunteer. More information can be found at https://flsarc.org/volunteers \nThanks to a grant from the Melba Bayers Meyer Charitable Trust\, you can register for this course for only $10!! Use the promo code MELBA at checkout and hurry!! Once these codes are gone\, registration goes back to full price! URL:https://faawo.org/event/small-animal-pet-companion-animals-disaster-and-emergency-sheltering-awareness-level-2/ LOCATION:University of Florida IFAS Extension – Godbold Building\, 2463 SR 16\, GREEN COVE SPRINGS\, 32043\, United States CATEGORIES:Member Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://faawo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/clay-humane-flyer.png ORGANIZER;CN="FL SARC":MAILTO:scarriere@spcaflorida.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T034455 CREATED:20240521T163310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T163652Z UID:10000017-1722070800-1722099600@faawo.org SUMMARY:SMALL ANIMAL (Pets & Companion Animals) DISASTER AND EMERGENCY SHELTERING – AWARENESS LEVEL DESCRIPTION:**THIS CLASS IS SOLD OUT!** \nIn partnership with the HUMANE SOCIETY OF N. CENTRAL FLORIDA\, we are offering our Level 1 Awareness course in Alachua County. Everyone is welcome to register and attend! \nPrerequisites: Age 18 or older (16-18 w/parent or guardian). \nThis class teaches skills and knowledge necessary to volunteer in an emergency or pet-friendly shelter. \nThis course is FEMA approved and certified by the Florida Department of Emergency Management. It is required to become a FL SARC volunteer. More information can be found at