Charles H. Bronson, Commissioner    -    James R. Karels, Director
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Florida Center for Wildfire and Forest Resources Management Training (FCWFRMT)

Welaka Training Center (Welaka Campus)

The Welaka Training Facility is located along the St. Johns River, south of Palatka, Florida.


Training Facilities


  • Large screen computer projection system
  • Computer network with internet access
  • Video, slide, overhead, whiteboard and speaker system
  • 50 person capacity

Lodging

welaka apartmentLodging is available in air conditioned dormitory style rooms. Each room has separate bathroom and shower. All linen is provided.

Available Lodging includes:
  • 1 apartment, 4 person room, stove, refrigerator, bathroom
  • 2 air-conditioned lodges accommodate 35 people comfortably

Dining

All meals are provided in our cafeteria and prepared by our friendly staff.
  • Delicious home style meals
  • Comfortable indoor dining facility
  • Outdoor patio/ bar-b-que grill
  • 70 person capacity

Recreation

After hours recreation opportunities:

Indoor

  • TV
  • Reading Area
  • Board games

Outdoor

  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Biking
  • Volleyball
  • Horseshoes
  • Campfire Circle

Location

The Welaka Training Center is located south of Palatka, Florida in the Welaka State Forest.

Contact Us

Forestry Training Center
Welaka State Forest
Telephone: 386/ 467-2388
Fax: 386/ 467-2740

Division of Forestry Shield


Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services