Capkurt

65, Male

De Pere, WI

United States

Profile Information:

Type of Organization
Combination Fire Rescue Department
Job Function
Captain
Years in Fire/EMS:
32 I'm old!
Primary Fire/EMS Department:
De Pere Fire - Rescue
Years With Department/Agency
31
My Training:
Went through them all. FFI, FFII, Even when they had FF III, D/O Engine & Aerial, FO I, NIMS, IC, Haz-Mat Specialist and Asst. Team Leader. yadda, yadda, yadda. We're a small Dept. so everyone has to do just about everything. I still get to clean the toilets and take out the garbage in the morning. It's so glamorous being a Captain!
About Me:
BS from University of Cincinnati, Paramedic since 1985 from Northeast Wisconsin Technical College. Taught at NWTC for 20 years. Regional Haz-Mat Team for 10 years. Tech Rescue Team. Member of IAFF L1998. Couple of terms as President.
Relationship Status:
Married
Why I Joined Fire/EMS
While in college(1977), became dissatisfied with what I was pursuing and wanted to do something that could have an immediate impact on people. Liked it from the beginning and the rest is history.
Why I Love Fire/EMS
being able to make a positive impact when people are having their worst day.
Top Issues Facing Responders:
Lack of funding from Fed., State and Local Gov.

Comment Wall:

  • Tom

    Welcome to FFN. We all have fun and pass on more info. than one may need . Stay safe.

    Jan 6, 2008

  • Jim aka Bick

    HELLO AND WELCOME TO THE FFN . i KNOW YOU WILL ENJOY THE SITE. FEEL FREE TO ADD ME AS A FRIEND IF YOU WANT TO..ONE CAN NEVER HAVE TOO MANY FRIENDS IN THIS WORLD .HAVE A GREAT NEW YEAR AND BE SAFE OUT THERE.

    Jan 6, 2008

  • Mari York

    Hello.
    Thank you for stopping by and leaving me a sweet message. Wish you a safe and peaceful year 2008.

    Jan 6, 2008

  • Tammy

    Changed my picture..hope that helps. Have a great day.

    Jan 11, 2008

  • Tammy

    Thanks for the comment. Have a great week!

    Jan 15, 2008

  • Kerry

    I'm on the right, the other two are coworkers.

    Jan 16, 2008

  • Princesskelly

    Well... I can say that doors have opened up for me down here. I have been down here for 2 months and I have been networking with a few departments and ambulance companies. It's a huge city, and there is plenty of opportunity :)

    Jan 17, 2008

  • Amber

    Ty for the comments on my discussion and the comment on my page!!! Hope you're staying warm and safe!!! Take Care :)

    Jan 19, 2008