South Dakota EMS Association

To strengthen patient care in South Dakota through advocacy, education, and representation of EMS providers.

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Future Event Dates and Locations

  • 2026 – Sioux Falls
    October 29 – November 1, 2026

  • 2027 – Huron
    October 28 – 31, 2027

  • 2028 – Pierre
    November 2 – 5, 2028


2026 SDEMSA State Conference

Education • Connection • Impact

We're putting the finishing touches on an outstanding educational program featuring national speakers, hands-on learning, networking opportunities, and the people who make South Dakota EMS stronger.

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Registration is open for the 2026 SDEMSA State Conference. Join EMS professionals from across South Dakota for education, connection, and opportunities to grow.

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🎃 Get the 2026 Conference Tee!

Bring a little Trick or Treatment spirit to conference with the official 2026 SDEMSA State Conference T-shirt.

$25 • Multiple Colors • Unisex

⚠️ Presale ends October 4!

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📅 Conference Schedule Coming Soon

The conference agenda is currently being finalized. Check back for the complete schedule, including:

  • Educational session times
  • National speaker schedule
  • Pre-conference activities
  • Vendor Fair hours
  • Awards Ceremony
  • South Dakota EMS Memorial Service
  • Networking events
SDEMSA Blood Drive - We Witch You'd Donate Blood

🩸 We Witch You'd Donate Blood!

Give Blood During the SDEMSA State Conference

While you're at conference, take a few minutes to give back and help save a life. SDEMSA is partnering with LifeServe Blood Center to host a blood drive during the conference.

📅 Friday, October 30, 2026

⏰ 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM

📍 Bloodmobile at Ramkota

🎃 FREE T-shirt for donors while supplies last!

Schedule Your Donation

Walk-ins are welcome!

What to Expect

Four days of education, connection, recognition, and EMS community.

Thursday

Pre-Conference Programming

Details Coming Soon

Friday

Educational Sessions
Vendor Fair
Networking

Session Schedule Coming Soon

Saturday

Educational Sessions
Awards Ceremony
Memorial Service

Session Schedule Coming Soon

Sunday

Educational Sessions
Conference Closing

Final Schedule Coming Soon

What to Expect at Conference

  • National speakers
  • Continuing education sessions
  • Hands-on learning opportunities
  • Vendor & Exhibit Hall
  • Networking events
  • Awards Ceremony
  • South Dakota EMS Memorial Service
  • Leadership development
  • State Conference Blood Drive with LifeServe Blood Center

We'll See You at State Conference!

Stay tuned as we release the full schedule, speakers, exhibitors, and conference details.

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We're Counting Down to South Dakota's Premier EMS Event

October 30, 2026 • 8:00 AM CT • Sioux Falls, South Dakota

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To strengthen patient care in South Dakota through advocacy, education, and representation of the EMS provider. 

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