Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Captain

Years in Fire/EMS:

17

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Ossining Fire Department, Ossining, NY

Years With Department/Agency

7

Dept. Web Site:

http://www.ossiningfire.com

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Cold Spring Fire Company, Cold Spring, NY
West Des Moines Fire Department, West Des Moines, IA

My Training:

FF II. Trained at Iowa State University Summer Academy.
Advanced Firefighter in New York State
Driver, Pump Operator
Too many specialized courses to list

About Me:

First call I went on was the worst: Car vs. Motorcycle. Victim in 3 pieces on Rt 9D, Cold Spring.
In West Des Moines, my friend Pat and I were the interior attack team on engine 11. Seemed like whenever there was a working fire, we were in the jump seats. In Ossining, I have done three interior knockdowns, and every time I have teamed with my friend Donny. I got to diversify.

Day Job:

Writer, editor, film maker, internet producer

Relationship Status:

Married

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://www.myspace.com/icandydigest

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

After a tragic fire at my families' home. I was so impressed by the work and help and compassion shown by the firefighters that day that I knew I wanted to join. Now I love the work, the fellowship, and helping others.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Helping people. Little kids looking up at you as if you are awesome!

Top Issues Facing Responders:

recruitment
retention
WMD
fitness
alcohol abuse