Guardians Conference

12/05/2025

🌟 BIG NEWS for Guardians 2026! 🌟

We are absolutely thrilled to announce our FIRST international sponsor for this year’s conference — and they’re coming to us all the way from Victoria, British Columbia! 🇨🇦✈️

Please join us in giving a warm and excited welcome to NOVA, joining the Guardians 2026 Conference as a GOLD Sponsor! 🥇✨

Their commitment to innovation, training, and support for first responders makes them an incredible addition to our growing lineup of partners. We’re honored to have them crossing borders to be part of this year’s event!

Welcome to the Guardians family, NOVA — we can’t wait to see you in 2026! 🚓🚒🚑🔥

12/05/2025

We’re excited to welcome back a longtime supporter of the Guardians 2026 First Responder Conference! 🚨🚁

Please help us welcome the return of Air Methods, Tulsa Lifeflight, and MedFlight Joplin as proud sponsors of this year’s event. Their air medical teams have been trusted partners in emergency response across our region, and we’re honored to have them back on board for 2026.

Thank you for your continued commitment to supporting first responders and the communities we serve. 💙🚑🚓🚒

11/17/2025

We’re excited to announce that Midwest Emergency Photography will serve as the official photographer for this year’s Guardians Conference!

Chris Zumwalt brings top-tier professionalism and a true passion for capturing first-responder events. If you or your organization are looking for high-quality, dependable photography services, look no further — he's got you covered.

11/13/2025

🚨 GREAT NEWS! 🚨

We’re proud to announce that Downstream Casino Resort has officially signed on as the Premier Sponsor for the 2026 Guardians Conference!

Downstream has always been a strong supporter of our mission, and this year they’re stepping up even further as our Premier Corporate Sponsor. Their commitment helps us continue providing world-class training, collaboration, and resources for first responders across the Four-State region.

Please join us in thanking Downstream Casino Resort for their incredible partnership and support! 🙌🔥🚓🚒🚑

11/13/2025

🎉 Welcome to the 2026 Guardians Conference! 🎉

We’re excited to announce that ON CALL Project is joining us as a Silver Sponsor for the 2026 conference! Their support helps us continue building a stronger, safer, and more connected first-responder community.

Please join us in welcoming them aboard! 👏🚒🚑🚓

11/07/2025

ROOM CODES NOW OPEN! 🏨
We’re excited to announce that room reservations for the 2026 Guardians Conference are now available!

📍 Location: Downstream Casino Resort
📅 Conference Dates: February 17–19, 2026
💬 Reservation Code: GOTHC26

👉 Important: This code is only valid for phone reservations — it will not work for online bookings.

Call Downstream Casino Resort directly and use the code GOTHC26 to secure your room before they’re gone!

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11/07/2025

TICKETS SALES ARE LIVE!
Get your tickets to the 2026 Guardians Conference now. Here's the link:

Guardians 2026 is all about coming together to celebrate our community and protect what we love for a brighter future.

11/07/2025

Sponsor Announcement:
We’re excited to share that another old friend is returning this year!
I’m proud to announce that Mercy will once again be joining us as a GOLD Sponsor for the Guardians Conference.

When you see their team, be sure to thank them for their continued support. Our sponsors and vendors are the backbone of this event—without them, this conference wouldn’t be possible!

11/03/2025

🔥 More Exciting News! 🔥

We’re thrilled to announce that ESU Pursuits Fire Division will be joining us as a GOLD Sponsor for this year’s Guardians Conference!

Their Joplin, MO Division will be attending for the first time — and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome them to the Guardians family! 🎉

Make sure to stop by their booth during the conference and let them know how much you appreciate their support of YOUR conference!

👉 Don’t forget to follow ESU Pursuits Fire Division on Facebook to show your appreciation and stay connected!

11/03/2025

🚨 Breaking News! 🚨

We’re thrilled to announce a NEW corporate sponsor for this year’s Guardians Conference!

Please join us in welcoming ESU Pursuits LLC to the Guardians family! 🎉

They’re joining us as a Platinum Sponsor for 2026 — and they’ll also be sponsoring this year’s Guardians Social!

Make sure to stop by their booth, give them a warm welcome, and thank them for their incredible support of YOUR conference!

👉 Follow ESU Pursuits LLC on Facebook to show your appreciation and stay connected!

10/30/2025

🚑 Exciting Sponsor News! 🚑
We’re proud to announce that Pafford Medical Services will be returning as a Gold Sponsor for the 11th Annual Guardians Conference — February 17–19, 2026 at Downstream Casino Resort!

Pafford’s continued partnership plays a vital role in supporting our mission to bring together first responders and public safety professionals from across the four-state region. Their commitment to excellence in emergency medical services truly embodies the Guardians spirit.

Join us in welcoming Pafford Medical Services back to — and thank them for their unwavering dedication to our public safety community! 💛

10/27/2025

Breaking News! We have a new vendor attending this year. Everyone welcome Purpose Sales Group to our family! Be sure to stop by and tell them how much you appreciate their support.

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