Buena Vista Hosts EMS Day by the Lake Feb. 6 and 7

Buena Vista University will welcome emergency medical services providers and nurses to EMS Day by the Lake 2026, a multi-session continuing education conference at the Siebens Forum in Storm Lake, IA. The two-day program is designed to deliver continuing education hours and multiple learning tracks for EMS professionals, and organizers list a reduced fee structure as well as free attendance for local providers.

Friday, February 6 and Saturday, February 7 will each feature classroom sessions and instructor-led tracks. The official event listing details registration pricing at $30 for Friday, $70 for Saturday, and $80 to attend both days. The event page also states, "This conference is offered FREE OF CHARGE to Buena Vista County Providers." The listing includes page headings labeled "2026 Registration," "2026 Classes," "Printable Brochure," "2026 Instructors," and "Sponsors," indicating a full program and supporting materials are available from organizers.

Continuing education credits are a central draw for the conference. The event’s Facebook post notes "11.0 CEHs available Friday, February 6," which attendees should confirm directly with organizers. The official listing affirms that the program provides CEH credits but does not include a complete CEH breakdown in the posted excerpts. Prospective attendees who need category-specific credits - for example pharmacology or trauma-related hours - should verify accreditation and hour totals with event staff before registering.

Local community impact is immediate: Buena Vista County providers who qualify for the free registration can refresh clinical skills, satisfy renewal requirements, and connect with colleagues from nearby departments. For volunteer EMTs and full-time ambulance crews alike, compact local training reduces travel costs and time away from duty, while keeping emergency care standards current across the county.

To register or request the printable brochure and full schedule, contact the event organizers at emsday@bvcemsta.org. The Siebens Forum at Buena Vista University will serve as the conference venue, and sponsors and instructors are listed on the event page under "Sponsors" and "2026 Instructors."

EMS Day by the Lake 2026 offers a practical, local opportunity to earn CEHs and strengthen emergency response across Buena Vista County. Residents who rely on rapid, well-trained EMS care should expect to see their local crews benefit from the focused training and networking taking place at the Siebens Forum next month.