Spotter Training Opportunities

Skywarn® Spotter Training
Spring 2026 Training Sessions Registration Is Open

General Information - Logistics, notifications, etc.

Equipment Requirements - Please review this before you attend/register

Click HERE to Pre-Register. This allows us to ensure enough room for everyone and the ability to notify of any changes.

Date	Time	Location (Click for Map)
IN PERSON
February 26th (Elkhart Co, IN)	6 PM EST	Four Points Sheridan
March 4th (Wells Co, IN)	6 PM EST	Bluffton Fire/PD Training Rm
March 12th (LaGrange Co, IN)	6 PM EDT	Topeka Fire Department
March 18th (White Co, IN)	6 PM EDT	White County EMA
March 30th (Hillsdale Co, MI)	6 PM EDT	MSU extension Office
April 1st (Fulton Co, IN)	6 PM EDT	Fulton Co Sheriffs Dept
VIRTUAL (Registration Required)
While NWS Northern Indiana is not hosting any virtual training in Spring 2026, a number of other NWS offices are. See the available virtual training options at this link. At the the top of the page, select, "virtual" for the format. Then, scroll down past the map to see the virtual training options and a link to sign up.

You only need to attend ONE session.
Training is free to attend
Registration is required for virtual sessions and strongly recommended for in person sessions as limited seating is available
Program lasts approximately 2 hours - we will take a brief stretch break
The training IS NOT county specific
Recommended age is 14 and older

Computer with Internet Access
Active Email Address
Audio Capability (Must have speakers, microphone is optional)
- Phone access is available if speakers/microphone do not work on your computer
Software installation (GoToWebinar)
Specific System Requirements (From GoToWebinar Webpage)

Questions?
Call: 574-834-1104 (8 am to 4 pm ET)
Email: nws.northernindiana@noaa.gov
Facebook: @NWSNorthernindiana
X: @NWSIWX