Attendees of the 2026 EMAG Fall Conference & 68th Annual Business Meeting are encouraged to make hotel reservations as early as possible to take advantage of the special conference room block at Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa. A discounted group rate has been secured for conference participants; however, availability is limited and rooms will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.

To book your room under the official EMAG room block, use the reservation link below:

EMAG Group Reservation Link: Click Here for Reservation Link

Online Reservation Instructions

• Click the EMAG Group Reservation Link above.
• Select "Select Dates."
• Click on your desired arrival date and drag your cursor to your departure date.
• Click "Done" to confirm your stay dates.
• Select "View Rooms" to see available room options and rates.
• Choose your preferred room type and continue with the reservation process.
• Enter the required guest and payment information.
• Review your reservation details and submit your booking.
• Save or print your confirmation for your records.

We encourage all attendees to reserve accommodations as soon as possible to ensure availability within the EMAG room block and to receive the conference rate. If you encounter any issues during the reservation process, please contact Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa directly and reference the 2026 EMAG Fall Conference & 68th Annual Business Meeting when requesting assistance.

Registration is now open for the 2026 EMAG Fall Conference & 68th Annual Business Meeting. This premier annual event brings together emergency management professionals, public safety partners, government officials, private sector representatives, and stakeholders from across Georgia for several days of professional development, collaboration, and networking.

Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in educational sessions, engage with exhibitors and sponsors, and take part in EMAG business meetings and special events. The conference provides a valuable forum for sharing best practices, discussing current and emerging challenges, and strengthening relationships within Georgia’s emergency management community.

Register online today: Click Here for Conference Registration

We encourage all attendees to register as early as possible to secure their participation in the 2026 EMAG Fall Conference & 68th Annual Business Meeting and take advantage of everything this event has to offer. We look forward to welcoming you to Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa for another outstanding gathering of Georgia’s emergency management professionals.

EMAG is proud to offer two outstanding training opportunities as part of the 2026 EMAG Fall Conference & 68th Annual Business Meeting. Attendees may choose from All Hazards Preparedness for Animals in Disasters (AWR-328), which focuses on animal emergency preparedness, response, and recovery considerations, or Pipeline Security in Rural Communities (AWR-302), which examines critical pipeline infrastructure protection, risk awareness, and preparedness strategies for rural jurisdictions. These courses provide valuable professional development opportunities for emergency management, public safety, and community partners seeking to enhance their knowledge and capabilities before the conference begins.

November 16, 2026

All Hazards Preparedness for Animals in Disasters (AWR-328)

Pipeline Security in Rural Communities (AWR-302)

November 17, 2026

All Hazards Preparedness for Animals in Disasters (AWR-328)

Pipeline Security in Rural Communities (AWR-302)

Click here to download the 2026 Fall Conference and 68th Annual Business Meeting

Emergency Management Association of Georgia Awards 

Below, you will find the yearly awards presented by the Emergency Management Association of Georgia to Emergency Management Agencies and their staff. Please submit your award nominations to Second Vice President Christopher Stoner at cstoner@houstoncountyga.gov no later than October 1, 2026. 

Outstanding Contribution to the Profession 

• Actions beyond the call of ordinary duty*. 

• Outstanding volunteer work. 

• May be paid or volunteer. 

• Member in good standing for at least one year. 

• Outstanding record on mission participation. 

*Must include supporting documentation in photos, newspaper articles, and/or video 

Volunteer/Citizen of the year 

• Member with full Emergency Management orientation. 

• Non-staff member. Example- teacher, commissioner, mayor, etc. 

• Actively promotes and supports local EMA and/or GEMA/HS. 

• Nominated by EMA Director. 

Emergency Management Agency of the Year 

• Recognized EMA office by GEMA/HS. 

• Compliant and in good standing with GEMA/HS. 

• Member of EMAG for at least 2 years. 

• Has made a significant improvement or difference in their community to mitigate, respond to, or recover from a disaster. 

Director of the Year 

• Must have held the position of EMA Director for a minimum of four years. 

• Nominated by head of any public safety agency to include elected officials, EMA/Rescue Volunteers, EMA Staff or any EMAG Executive Committee member. Written nomination must include supporting documents. 

• Demonstrates leadership qualities (documentation in the nomination letter). 

• Member of EMAG for at least two years in good standing. 

• Attends at least 80% of area meetings. 

• Attends EMAG conferences.

For more information, please visit www.emagonline.com