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SUMMARY:Foxborough Massachusetts TTE-CI
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Office for Bombing Prevention (OBP)\, in collaboration with the FBI Hazardous Devices School\, this event provides hands-on evaluation of current and emerging bomb disposal technologies through real-world training scenarios. \nThis no-cost training is open to current military EOD and public safety bomb technicians. Attendees will receive exposure to critical tools and techniques across areas including robotics\, UAS\, bomb suits\, disruptors\, and operations involving homemade explosives. \nEvent Dates: June 3–5\, 2025\nLocation: Gillette Stadium\, Foxborough\, MA\nRegistration Link: https://cdp.dhs.gov/apply/to/25N-0869%20TTE\nFEMA SID Registration: https://cdp.dhs.gov/femasid/register
URL:https://usbta.us/event/foxborough-massachusetts-te-ci/
LOCATION:Gillette Stadium\, 1 Patriot Place\, Foxborough\, MA\, 02035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Office for Bombing Prevention (OBP)":MAILTO:donald.grinder@cisa.dhs.gov
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SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting & Industry Showcase Technology Expo: EOD Week on the Hill
DESCRIPTION:The United States Bomb Technician Association cordially invites you to the \nFacility Ribbon Cutting Ceremony &\nIndustry Showcase\nCollaboration Expo 2025\nUSBTA Bomb Disposal Technology & Training Center\n4450 Indian Head Highway\, Indian Head\, MD 20640 \nAbout This Event\nThe USBTA is proud to announce the Official Grand Opening of our over 30\,000 square foot Maryland Bomb Disposal Technology and Training Center. With the recent completion of Phases II and III\, we invite you to join us in celebrating this milestone with a ribbon cutting ceremony\, refreshments\, facility tour\, and an industry showcase. \nSchedule of Events\n\n10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Industry Mixer\, Showcase & Facility Tours\n11:00 AM – 12:15 PM | Ribbon Cutting Ceremony\n12:15 PM – 2:00 PM | Lunch Reception Sponsored by the Charles County Military Alliance Council (MAC)\n\nInvitation Flyer  |  Showcase Event Flyer \nFor more information\, contact Amber Lowe at alowe@usbta.us or (240) 787-2915 \nIMPORTANT\nYou must be logged in to RSVP for this event.  Please Log In or Register for a USBTA website account to RSVP.
URL:https://usbta.us/event/ribbon-cutting-technology-showcase-eod-week-on-the-hill/
LOCATION:USBTA Indian Head Facility\, Indian Head Highway 4450\, Indian Head\, MD\, 20640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,RSVP,USBTA Facility Event
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SUMMARY:Association Update & Networking Reception: EOD Week on the Hill
DESCRIPTION:The United States Bomb Technician Association cordially invites you to the \n2025 Association Update & Networking Reception\nTuesday\, May 20\, 20255:30PM – 8:30PMRooftop Meeting Area800 Maine Avenue SWWashington\, DC 20024 \nPlease RSVP by May 16\, 2025.  If you have any questions or require additional RSVP details\, please reach out to Nicole Motsek at nmotsek@usbta.us or (202) 549-0331. \nAttire for the event is business casual or uniform of the day. \nDC Wharf Parking is available for a fee in the underground parking garage on Maine Ave. SW.  There are three entrances: Blaire Alley\, Sutton Square\, and 7th Street Park.  Metro Access – L’Enfant Plaza or Waterfront Metro Stations. \nEvents at the Wharf may limit parking availability. \nEvent Invitation Flyer \nAgenda\n\n5:30 – 6:00pm Welcome Reception\n6:00 – 6:15pm Opening Remarks and Recognition\n6:15 – 6:30pm USBTA Association Brief\n\nMission\nAccomplishments\nMembership Report\nStrategy and Vision for EOD/Bomb Technician Community\n\nTraining and Exercises\nBomb Disposal Technology and Training Center\nBenevolent Services\n\n\n2025 Annual Events\n\n\n6:30 – 7:15pm USBTA Partner Briefs (DOD\, DHS\, NBSCAB)\n7:15 – 7:30pm Open Discussion – Q&A\n7:30 – 8:30pm Networking/Closing Reception\n\nCoordinating Instructions\nGuest Arrival \n\n5:00 pm USBTA guides will welcome you in the lobby of 800 Maine Ave. SW\nProceed to designated elevators to the Rooftop Meeting Area\n\nExhibit Set-up (Tasked or Invited) \n\n3:00 – 5:00 pm Exhibit Set-ups\nCheck-in at the 800 Maine Ave Lobby Reception Desk for access to the Rooftop Meeting Area\nUSBTA guides will provide your set-up location\n8:30 – 9:00 pm exhibitors depart 800 Maine Ave. SW\n\nThe USBTA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit whose vision is to connect every bomb technician with tomorrow’s capabilities. \nThis event conforms with the House and Senate gift rules on widely attended gatherings.  Attendees should consult their respective ethics offices with any questions. \nIMPORTANTYou must be logged in to RSVP for this event.  Please Log In or Register for a USBTA website account to RSVP.
URL:https://usbta.us/event/association-update-networking-reception-eod-week-on-the-hill/
LOCATION:Rooftop Meeting Area\, 800 Maine Avenue SW\, Washington\, DC\, DC\, 20024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,RSVP
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SUMMARY:EOD Week on the Hill Washington D.C.
DESCRIPTION:Event Line-Up\n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 20\, 2025 | 5:30PM – 8:30PM\n\n\n\nAssociation Update and Networking Reception\nRooftop Meeting Area800 Maine Avenue SW\, Washington\, DC 20024 \n\n\n\n\nEvent Page & RSVP\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWednesday\, May 21\, 2025 | 11:30AM – 1:30PM\n\n\n\nEOD Warrior Foundation Luncheon\n901 17th Street NW\, Washington\, DC 20006Join the EOD Warrior Foundation for an afternoon of inspiration\, connection\, and steadfast support for the Joint Service EOD community. \n\n\n\n\nReserve Your Spot\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWednesday\, May 21\, 2025 | 5:00PM – 7:00PM\n\n\n\nEOD Caucus’ Annual EOD Day on the Hill\nCannon Caucus Room \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThursday\, May 22\, 2025 | 10:00AM – 2:00PM\n\n\n\nRibbon Cutting and Industry Showcase Technology Expo\n4450 Indian Head Highway\, Indian Head\, MD 20640 \n\n\n\n\nEvent Page & RSVP\n\n\n\n\n \n\n  \n\nIf you have any questions or require additional RSVP details\, please contact Nicole Motsek at nmotsek@usbta.us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://usbta.us/event/eod-week-on-the-hill-washington-dc/
LOCATION:MD
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SUMMARY:Operation Emerald Coast II - USAF Hurlburt Field\, Florida
DESCRIPTION:The United States Bomb Technician Association (USBTA) in collaboration with the United States Air Force (USAF) and the Florida Division of Investigative & Forensic Services Bureau of Fire\, Arson\, and Explosives Investigations will be conducting a Capability Advancement Training Exercise (CAT-E) to evaluate and assess current and emerging bomb disposal technologies in Okaloosa County Florida. \nThis training is free to all Military Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians and Public Safety Bomb Technicians. The USBTA along with our Industry Partners\, will supply all necessary equipment during this event. Through multiple real-life scenarios and various training aids\, this CAT-E allows attending technicians to work with cutting edge equipment\, involving current threats facing our Nation and Bomb Technicians in the most challenging environments. \nThe USBTA Capability Advancement Training Exercises (CAT-E) meet the formal training requirements for Bomb Technician proficiency\, as outlined in the National Guidelines for Bomb Squads. The USBTA\, along with our Industry Partners\, delivers training on both current and emerging bomb response/mitigation technologies in the following areas: Homemade Explosives Identification\, Robotics\, standoff Disruption\, EOD Tool Development\, Rigging\, X-Ray Techniques and Interpretation\, Bomb Suit Applications\, UAV Operations\, Hand Entry\, Booby Trap Mitigation Techniques\, and others. \nTraining Dates: April 29 to May 2.  Travel days are Monday\, April 28 and Saturday\, May 3\, 2025.
URL:https://usbta.us/event/afb-hurlburt-field-florida/
LOCATION:Hurlburt Air Force Base\, 272 Red Horse Road Building 90621\, Hurlburt Field\, FL\, 32544\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Technology Training Event
DESCRIPTION:The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)\, Office for Bombing Prevention (OBP)\, in collaboration with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Hazardous Devices School (HDS) and the United States Bomb Technician Association (USBTA) is conducting a Technology Training Event (TTE) to evaluate and assess current and emerging bomb disposal technologies. \nCISA will host this event at no charge for current military explosive ordnance disposal and public safety bomb technicians to attend – parent agency\, departments\, or companies will be responsible for travel\, lodging and per diem. \nThis TTE will expose technicians to cutting-edge equipment through real-life scenarios based upon current threats to our Nation and our Nation’s bomb technicians. \nDownload Flyer \nREGISTRATION INFORMATION \nTo register\, please visit the online event\nregistration at: https://cdp.dhs.gov/apply/to/25N-0484%20TTE \nTo apply for a FEMA Student Identification Number (FEMA SID)\, complete the one-time registration process by visiting:\nhttps://cdp.dhs.gov/femasid/register \nEVENT POINT OF CONTACT\nPaul Perricone USBTA\n917-916-6091\ntraining@usbta.us \nPROGRAM POINT OF CONTACT\nJeff Dade CISA\n771-202-2611\njeffrey.dade@cisa.dhs.gov
URL:https://usbta.us/event/technology-training-event/
LOCATION:Ben Clark Training Center\, 16791 Davis Avenue\, Riverside\, CA\, 92518\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Office for Bombing Prevention (OBP)":MAILTO:donald.grinder@cisa.dhs.gov
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