Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Job Function

Firefighter

Years in Fire/EMS:

5

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Walden, NY

Years With Department/Agency

5

My Training:

FF1, Ice Water Rescue, IFO, FO1, Bus Rescue, etc.

About Me:

I joined the Orange Hose Company of the Walden Fire Department when i turned 16, it was 2 years after i joined the Districts Fire Explorer program and had some training at the NYSAFS in Montour Falls, NY. I'm currently an Interior qualified firefighter and have a handful of fires under my belt already.

Relationship Status:

Single

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://www.myspace.com/huggie_bear

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

My uncle is an ex-captain and convinced me to join when i responded to a house fire with him as fire police

Why I Love Fire/EMS

The thrill of fighting fire and the brotherhood

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Recruitment and Retention