I had been signed up for a new fire company in the town I lived in (Venice Center, NY) as a charter member. I was 18 at the time and thought it would be fun to do. I was sent by the department to represent them at the county level (EMS Council) and went on to be the First County EMS Coordinator. That was a blast!
I guess I just enjoy serving the community, as a fire chief, EMT Critical Care Tech., Fire Investigator, and many other hats over the years. I think my only regret is, I spent way more time serving the community than time with my kids, So some advice to you younger folks, Your Family comes FIRST!!!!
Why I Love Fire/EMS
SELF SATISFACTION, THAT I HELPED MY NEIGHBOR FOR NOTHING IN RETURN
Top Issues Facing Responders:
The training requirments on the volunteers is taking most of thier time away from families, Just to do the most dangerous job in the world for free. The small town like the one I live in has 900 residents. No one wants to volunteer thier time anymore.
Hi all,
Begining January 1, 2010 we will have a new location to serve you better. In the new location we will be offering complete apparatus service and repairs, in your location or ours. We will have two mechanics and offer service contracts, emergency repairs 24/7. Pricing will be posted on our web page for convienient shopping for pricing.
More to follow in the days to come as we nail down all information.
Hey Tim... yea I finally moved... I've been in Myrtle Beach since Sept.... started and finished recruit school and I'm now going through my mentor period.... I graduate Jan 16th
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Be sure to check out the groups page to find some that may relate to you, easily post/upload pictures and videos, start discussing topics in the forums, write your own blog and of course, invite all of your friends and fellow responders to Firefighter Nation. You can use the 'invite' tab at the top to send a note to you e-mail contacts, or post a bulletin on your MySpace or Facebook profile.
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