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Whats the best way to get new members for a Volunteer Fire Dept.

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Permalink Reply by Justin Buck on August 21, 2008 at 10:15pm

omg lol thats funny that made me laugh

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Permalink Reply by FireCat on August 21, 2008 at 10:28pm

That is how they got me to join...Lol

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Permalink Reply by Justin Buck on August 21, 2008 at 10:29pm

lol

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Permalink Reply by kari (kat) kotara on August 21, 2008 at 11:32pm

really show that they are part of something. Many people withdraw from volunteer due to the leadership and other items that they see in departments that they work in on a daily basis. So you have to show them that they are a member and a part of a good work team

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Permalink Reply by Donnie Hood K14 on August 21, 2008 at 11:48pm

kat said it. Our dept is like a family we laugh,cry and even get mad sometimes but when its said and done we're there for each other whether on a fire call or moving a fridge.

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Permalink Reply by Joe Stoltz on August 22, 2008 at 12:36am

Dude, you have to see The Man:

http://www.firefighternation.com/profiles/blog/show?id=889755%3ABlo...

I think this one of the first in a series of excellent articles on how to get new members.

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Permalink Reply by T.J. on August 24, 2008 at 2:15am

We've never had a problem getting people, but I've seen smaller departments actually put a sign out in front asking for help or even putting a add in the paper.

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Permalink Reply by Jim on September 25, 2008 at 12:46pm

Our problem isn't getting applicants, but getting good applicants. We have had alot recruits that are not willing to put any effort into the job. they end up quiting or being voted off within their year probation. We have also had a few that have abused their lights pulling people over they thought were breaking the law.

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Permalink Reply by Capt.Alex Arnold on September 25, 2008 at 1:58pm

Ed nailed it. JK There are many different ways to recruit. A popular one is the FD hosting a block party. Go to certain areas/neighborhoods and bring the trucks and gear. Let people see what you have and hear about what you need. Do this in areas where you want bodies to respond to/from. Good public relations and communicating with locals is one of the best ways. When all else fails...try the white van technique. Be safe and learn something new today.