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Alabama
Lynn Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department Lynn, AL 35575
Dianne Dodd: (205) 471-3308 dianned@tds.net
Description: Our Junior participate in Fire prevention programs, training, EMS training to include CPR/AED, fundraisers, parades, assist on incidents and attend meeting
West Limestone Volunteer Fire Department Elkmont, AL 35620
Brittany Vinson: (256) 230-0629 vinson.brittany@gmail.com
Description: The West Limestone Junior Volunteer Fire Department works in conjunction with the West Limestone Volunteer Fire Department to provide interested youth with adequate and thorough training on firefighting techniques, operation of apparatus, practical emergency medical care, and other issues relating to the fire service.
Waterloo Volunteer Fire Department Waterloo, AL 35677
Ted Kavich: (256) 366-1097 tedkavich@yahoo.com
Description: We have our juniors registered with the Boy Scout Explorer Program. At the present time, we offer a $500.00 scholarship to a graduating senior from our local high school (Waterloo). Our juniors, with a fire department member who teaches at Waterloo, have permission from their parents and school to leave school when requested from a department officer. They attend all department training including high angle rescue, collapse, extrication, and first responder EMS.
McIntosh Volunteer Fire Department McIntosh, AL 36553
Shannon Davidson: (251) 944-8557 mrspedsmedic@aol.com
Description: The Junior Firefighter Program at our department teaches the members basic fire suppression in a controlled setting and classroom. They are also taught basic first aid and CPR. The junior members work with senior members of the department in learning leadership skills as well.
Trussville Fire and Rescue Trussville, AL 35173
Captain Nate Hopper: (205) 438-4191 nhopper@trussvillefire.com
Description: Fire Explorer Post 2444. We have had an active explorer post since May of 2000. The explorers meet every Monday night and train on different fire service related topics. After they are trained to a certain level, they are allowed to respond on emergency calls with the fire department. Our post has attended the National competition in 2003, 2005 and 2007 and placed in at least two events in each national competition. We have an enthusiastic group of explorers who not only participate in fire department related activities, but many civic activities as well.
Lee Chambers Fire Department Valley, AL 36854
Lee Roy Kelley: (334) 742-0090 lcvfd@bellsouth.net
Description: LCFD Jr. Firefighters Program
Mike Williams: (205) 665-9204 Mwilli5589@aol.com
Description: We teach young teenagers first aid and a lot of the firefighting activities. At age 16 they can ride a long on the apparatus and help in the support roles of the emergency. At this point they have been trained in numerous support activities. We have had a large number of our explorers continue on into the fire service. Not only as firefighters and paramedics but also have become officers in many different departments. We have had a good success rate over the past 25-30 years that this program has been in existence.
Morovia Volunteer Fire Rescue Monrovia, AL 35757
Captain Matt Kingsolver: (256) 837-6730 matt.kingsolver@monroviafire.org
Web Address: www.monroviafire.org
Description: Upon learning a minimum number of skills, advanced juniors can and are expected to respond to emergency calls under the supervision of senior firefighters. All training, uniforms and personal protective equipment are provided at no cost.
Alaska
Aniak Volunteer Fire Department Aniak, AK 99557
Pete Brown: (907) 675-4343 avfdchief@yahoo.com
Web Address: www.lisbonfd.com
Description: Call the Dragon Slayers, these kids assist with all EMS calls and have limited functions on fires. They receive ETT (First Responder) and Basis Rural Firefighter 1. Training is one year before running calls at 3 to 4 hours per week. They are also involved with peer training in fire prevention and safety.
Chugiak Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company Inc. Chugiak, AK 99567
Asst. Chief Virginia McMichael: (907) 694-2010 mcmichaelv@muni.org
Web Address: www.cvfrd.com
Description: Under the supervision of an active firefighter, and two more experienced juniors, youth in this program are trained in various aspects of fire and EMS. Designed to give youth an idea of what life is like as a firefighter, this program gives its members the opportunity to respond with active members of the department, after completing a minimum number of requirements. For more information, go to the volunteer section of our website at www.cvfrd.com.
South Tongass Volunteer Fire Department Ketchikan, AK 99901
Fire Chief Scott Davis: (907) 228-6673 scottd@borough.ketchikan.ak.us
Description: Candidates must be enrolled in high school with a “C” average grade. An “F” on a report card prevents the candidate from joining or continuing membership. The candidate participates at every level of training with the department and is able to respond to calls. Candidates must have a sponsor that is a department member in good standing. The sponsor and the candidate work closely together to not only assure safety and wellness but to build good team work
Arkansas
Northwest Scott County VFD Mansfield, AR 72944
Donnie Adkins: (479) 461-3933 nwscottvfd@yahoo.com
Description: To learn fire department structure, programs, EMS, CPR and all aspects within.
West Pulaski Fire Protection District #23 Little Rock, AR 72210
Chief Ronald Wheeler : (501)821-9320 wpfd@sbcglobal.net
Web Address: wpfirerescue.org
Description: We welcome any youngster who is interested in the Fire and Emergency Medical Service to visit with us and learn about this field. We meet every Tuesday evening at 7pm at Station 1.
Arizona
Mayer Fire Department Mayer, AZ 86333
Ryan Montgomery: (480) 861-5439 rmontgomery@mayerfire.com
Web Address: www.mayerfire.com
Description: Think about becoming a Junior Firefighter with the Mayer Fire District. The program is open to young men and women aged 14-21, from our area, who are interested in “exploring” the field of Fire/Rescue. The purpose of the program is to expose these young adults to a possible career field, and to let them learn about and participate in this selected field. This opportunity will help the Junior Firefighters to determine if this is an area they want to pursue as a career. Some of the Junior Firefighters may find that they would like to pursue this as a career; some may find that it is not what they expected, while some may find that although they do not want to go into the field as a career, they may still enjoy is as a hobby or volunteer work.
Crown King Fire District Crown King, AZ 86343
Steven Lombardo: (928) 632-7163 ckfire@commspeed.net
Description: Youth 14 to 18 are trained for EMS response, fire response and other emergency response. From 14 to 16 class participation only. From 16 to 18 youth may participate in non-hazardous assignments based on training, knowledge and skill level.
Fountain Hills Fire Department Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
Anthony Badalamenti: (480) 837-9820 ATGolfer04@msn.com
Program Web Address: http://www.geocities.com/ep892/home1.html
Description: Exploring is designed for anyone 14 to 21 years of age. Sponsored by the Boy Scouts of America, it provides the opportunity for explorers to build desirable character attributes, experience the responsibilities of active citizenship, and develop mental sharpness and physical fitness. The goal is to provide the opportunity to combine the Explorer's experiences with Fire Department influence.
California
Vista Fire Department Vista, CA 92083
Jeff Bauer: (760) 643-2801 Jbauer@cityofvista.com
Web Address: www.vistafiredepartment.com
Description: The Vista Fire Department Fire Exploring Program is an official department function. It is the intent of the department, in conjunction with the Boy Scouts of America (Learning for Life program), to offer young adults real life experiences, training and exposure to the career opportunities available in the fire service.
El Dorado County Fire Protection District Camino, CA 95709
Dave Mitchell: (530) 626-2522 vetmtl@cwnet.com
Web Address: www.eldoradocountyfire.com
Description: El Dorado County Fire Explorer Post 1000. Associated with Learning-For-Life and The Boy Scouts of America.
Los Angeles County Fire Department Los Angeles, CA
Contact Info: (323) 881-2411 info@lacofd.org
Web Address: fire.lacounty.gov/ProgramsEvents/YouthFireExplorer
Description: The Los Angeles County Fire Department Explorer Program is divided into 21 Explorer posts. Each post is centrally located enabling membership to reflect the community. Post size is limited to 25 Explorers led by an Explorer Post Advisor who is a Professional Firefighter. If you meet entrance requirements, you will qualify for a 12 day training academy held on 6 consecutive weekends. Upon graduation, you will be qualified for various activities.
Hamilton City Fire Protection District Hamilton City, CA 95951
Capt. Rene Irick: (530) 826-3355 hcfd@sbcglobal.net
Description: Junior Cadets 6 thru 12 / Cadets 12 thru 15 /
Senior Cadets 15 thru 18. Junior Cadets require an adult family member in the Department. Fire training includes live burns, no active wild fire. CPR, first Aid, First Responder & EMT. Basic & Advanced training available. 24 hr station tours after 15 yrs of age, 1 Mentor per Cadet.
Colorado
Plateau Valley Fire Protection District Collbran, CO 81624
Mike Harvey: (970) 268-5283 mharvey155@aol.com
Description: Basic EMS skills, Basic Firefighting skills, and Community Service.
Connecticut
Ledyard Fire Company District #1 Ledyard, CT 06339
Chief James Mann: (860) 464-9700 r17man@comcast.net
Web Address: www.ledyardfire.org
Description: The cadets have weekly meetings/trainings. They assist with cleaning and maintenance of equipment. Some of the Cadets have completed the State of Connecticut Medical Response Technician Training and they are allowed to respond with an adult member to medical calls. They can respond to other calls except Hazmat, until 2200 hours, where they perform simple tasks outside of the danger area.
Colchester Hayward Cadet Fire Company Colchester, CT 06415
Chief Walter Cox: (860) 537-2512 chiefcox2004@yahoo.com
Web Address: www.colchesterfd.com
Description: The CHCFC program was established 45 years ago and has become increasingly enhanced in its scope. What began as a strictly fire-based program with 5-6 members has evolved into a Fire-EMS program that is an integral part of the CHFD Senior Department with 27 members. The cadet members who attend the local high school are an established part of the fire response plan in that they respond to each and every fire alarm that is triggered by assisting school personnel with student accountability, identification of problem on the alarm panel and communication of critical information to first arriving apparatus on scene, which has improved response times and on-scene communication. The cadets also have the option of participating in the Medical Response Technician (MRT) program when they become 16 and become part of the ambulance response crew. CHCFC was the first cadet program in the state to offer a cadet-only MRT program in August of 2006. Many former CHCFC members have continued on to the senior program and become EMTs and Firefighters, contributing to their community. The Cadets have also participated as a group in Public Health Emergency response drills, as they are known for their organizational skills and emergency response background. Safety is the number one priority stressed in the cadet program, as evidenced by the programs exemplary safety record. The cadets are also often requested by members of the community to assist with the burning of brush, which provided excellent basic training under the guidance of the senior members of the CHFD. The cadets have a monthly meeting and schedule drills at least once per week throughout the rest of the month. Many of them also attend senior drills scheduled at other times to further enhance their skills. Our Senior Department offers on average approximately 8000 hours of training, including a Firefighter I and Firefighter II class on site that many of the cadets take advantage of in order to be ready to go on scene. They spend many hours training on the apparatus in order to assist at scenes with retrieval of equipment for senior members.
Coventry Volunteer Fire Association Coventry, CT 06238
Chief Joseph Carilli: (860) 808-9471 joefiremanemt@hotmail.com
Web Address: www.coventryfire.org
Description: Junior firefighters become certified as Medical Respond Technicians to assist on the ambulance and are sent to Connecticut Fire Academy Junior Firefighter Program each year which consist of learning fire ground support while staying at the Fire Academy for one week. The program is tied to Coventry High School, reaching out to recruit new members.
Brookfield Volunteer Fire Department Brookfield, CT
Jeff Dunkerton: (203) 823-2751 jdunkerton@candlewoodfire.com
Description: Our Junior Program is very involved with our general membership. We meet every Monday night from 1800 to 2130 hours doing general maintenance around the departments as well as drills with the membership. We are very involved in other activities through the Department such as parades, softball and social events. Out goal in the Junior Program is to mold the Junior Firefighters into firefighters the company will fully benefit from when they turn 18 years of age.
Our program hopes to prepare interested youth into the fire service. The students are allowed to respond to any call so long as it does not interrupt school. Once they have reached the age of 18 and there is an opening on the fire department, they become actual firefighters.
East Litchfield Fire Company Litchfield, CT 06759
Lt. Michael Brunetto: (860) 489-1949 juniors@eastlitchfieldfire.org
Web Address: www.eastlitchfieldfire.org
Description: The program is designed to give the junior firefighters the basic knowledge and understanding of the fire service to apply into practice upon acceptance as a regular, senior member of the East Litchfield Volunteer Fire Company.
Enfield Fire Department District No. 1 Enfield, CT 06082
Deputy Chief Paul Januszewski: (860) 745-1878 pjanuszewski@enfieldfire.org
Web Address: www.enfieldfire.org
Description: Junior (Cadet) Firefighter program intended to introduce youth to a possible career in the emergency services and build personal character, responsibility, honor and respect through a structured program. The emphasis is on family, education and safety through training and involvement in the fire and EMS service where the youth are an integral part of the incident response team.
Sandy Hook Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company Sandy Hook, CT 06482
Karin M. Halstead: (203) 270-4392 Karin.Halstead@sandyhookfire.com
Web Address: www.shvfr.com
Description: Our Junior Corps is open to residents for Newtown, age 14-16. We hold a monthly meeting on the 2nd Monday of the month at 7PM. Juniors are also required to attend the two drills a month and the Monday night work sessions. Juniors participate in all levels of training with senior members. A "C" average or better in high school is required. The Sandy Hook Fire & Rescue Junior Corp. is an opportunity to get involved in the fire service and your community!
South Windsor Volunteer Fire Department South Windsor, CT 06074
Chief Philip E. Crombie, Jr.: (860) 644-8547 pcrombie@southwindsorfire.org
Web Address: www.southwindsorfire.org
Description: Explorer Post 838/Company 5. Members meet every Monday evening to drill on fire fighting practices. Respond to fire incidents to perform fire ground support functions. Do not respond to rescue and mutual aid incidents. SOP’s available.
Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. Norfolk, CT 06058
Chief Daryl Byrne: (860) 542-5021 norfolkchief@sbcglobal.net
Web Address: www.norfolkfire.org
Description: Explorer Post 952. Active members participate in all aspects of the department’s activities.
Belltown Fire Department Stamford, CT 06905
Captain Alan Shaw: (203) 323-0626 Ashaw@Belltownfire.com
Web Address: www.Belltownfire.com
Description: Junior probationary members are sixteen (16) years of age or older, but who have not reached their eighteenth (18) birthday, and can become members only upon discretion of the Chief. The written consent of parents and/or guardians is also necessary. Candidates for this class of membership must reside or be employed within the limits of the Belltown Fire district. With the exception of voting and holding office, this class of membership shall have all the privileges of active members. Upon reaching their eighteenth (18) birthday, junior probationary members shall become active members upon the approval of the Service Board.
Cheshire Fire Department Cheshire, CT 06410
Chief Jack Casner: (203) 272-1828 Jcasner@cheshirect.org
Web Address: www.cheshirefd.com
Description: Our program is targeted towards high school juniors and seniors who may have an interest in pursuing a career in emergency services. We do some recruitment in our local high school; however, the biggest marketing benefit that we have found has been word of mouth amongst their peers. We do not allow juniors to respond in their personal vehicles nor do we allow them to respond to any hazmat incidents. The Connecticut Department of Labor has strict guidelines that clearly define what junior firefighters can and cannot do. Even with the limited number of activities that the junior firefighters are allowed to participate in, the program retention rate has been very good and we have had junior firefighters that have come through the ranks and become Assistant Chiefs in the department.
Northfield Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. Northfield, CT 06778
Chief Michael J. Berry: (860) 283-0675 mjberrysr@optonline.net
Web Address: www.northfieldfire.org
Description: Junior company members participate in training and perform support operations at fire and emergency scenes in accordance to Connecticut Dept. of Labor regulations. The Northfield Junior Fire Company marches in several firemen's parades each year and has won the Connecticut State Champion Junior Fire Co. Trophy several times.
Simsbury Volunteer Fire Company Simsbury, CT 06070
Captain Rich Driscoll: (860) 658-1971 Ten3@sbcglobal.net
Program Web Address: www.simsburyfd.org/SVFC/JFP.htm
Web Address: www.simsburyfd.org
Description: Since inception, they have had over 160 fine young men and young women serve with them, with 85% continuing their service in the ranks of the Regular Firefighters. The juniors operate in a supporting role only. We have an attendance requirement of 65% of drills and 25% of call-outs in a calendar year.
Woodbridge Fire Department Woodbridge, CT 06525
Lt. Ted Pocwierz (203) 645-9970 tpocwierz@woodbridgefire.com www.woodbridgefire.com
Description: Juniors will respond to calls in a support role. They will exchange and fill scba bottles, assist in brush fires, minor MVA and will start the training for FF1 to assist them with passing the class the first time.
Delaware
Seaford Volunteer Fire Department Seaford, DE 19973
Richard Toulson or fp87-34@ce.net
Bryan Taylor: (302) 629-3112 Web Address: www.seaford87.com
Description: Come in at 14 years and at 18 years make application to be regular active members of the Seaford membership. Anytime during their time in the department whether juniors or regular members they are eligible to participate in all classed offered by the State of Delaware Fire School (from basic fire skills to Fire Officer 1 & 2). Are allowed to ride the fire apparatus and if have the necessary fire training can fight fire. All are issued complete set of turnout gear.
Hartly Volunteer Fire Department Hartly, DE 19953
Michelle Smith: (302) 270-8613 twintower51_7@yahoo.com
Web Address: www.hartlyfire.com
Description: The goal of our junior member program is to get the younger members of our community involved in the fire service and serving their community. Our juniors attend department trainings, junior training, along with working bingos, and other fundraisers for the company by selling cookies, sodas, and other goodies. Our juniors also attend parades, musters, fire prevention activities, and any other activity put on by the Fire Department. Our main goal is for our juniors to get involved in the fire service and keep them interested until they are able to attend the State of Delaware training at the Delaware State Fire School.
Millville Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. Millville, DE 19970
Greg Tietmeyer: (302) 539-0938 gtfsp@yahoo.com
Description: Introductory level to firefighting. Basic fire school and in-house training. Members respond to emergencies and function in a limited capacity, such as support, hose handling, etc.
Clayton Fire Company, No. 1 Clayton, DE 19938
Chief Wes Davis (302) 653-7317
Web Address: www.claytonfirecompany.com
Description: Cadets are accepted at 15 years old. Upon turning 16, they can apply for junior membership until they are 18. Prior to turning 18, they can apply for regular membership of the company. The juniors and cadets are under the direct supervision of the fire chief. They must maintain school grades to be allowed to participate in the various functions.
Florida
Ormond Beach Fire Rescue Ormond Beach, FL 32174
Joe Dupree: (386) 235-3192 dupree@ormondbeach.org
Web Address: www.ormondbeach.org
Description: In 2006, the Ormond Beach Fire Department started a new Fire Explorer Program Post 480 to give young men and women some hands on training in the field of Firefighting and Medical Emergencies. The program is open to high school students between the ages of 14 and 18. Participants learn discipline, respect, first aid, CPR, First Responder techniques and other fire/EMS related skills. Eventually after completing their training, the Explorers will be able to ride on fire trucks and get hands on training on actual calls. Exploring is a career education program for young men and women through the Boy Scouts of America in cooperation with the Ormond Beach Fire Department. The programs purpose is to provide experience to help young people mature and prepare them to become responsible and caring adults. Our Exploring Post 480 is based on five areas of emphasis: career opportunities, life skills, citizenship, character education, and leadership experience. Parents of Explorers are also encouraged to take part as well.
Delray Beach Fire-Rescue Department Delray Beach, FL 33444
Sean Gibson: (561) 243-7400 gibson@ci.delray-beach.gfl.us
Web Address: www.mydelraybeach.com/Delray/Departments/Fire-Rescue/default.htm
Description: Fire Rescue Explorer Program under auspices of Fire Department personnel. Explorers participate in biweekly training meetings and have rank structure that emulates the department's structure. Meetings are conducted on department property and consist of fire department operations, EMS operations and other specialty subjects such as trips to crash rescue units at Palm Beach International Airport and Trauma hawk Helicopter Program. We are an equal opportunity organization and accept members from all areas surrounding the City of Delray Beach. Members also have opportunity to ride along with sponsors during the regular duty days as observers so that they can have a greater exposure to the career field. Many of our members have gone on to making the Fire Service a career and several have actually been hired by our department.
Estero Fire Rescue Estero, FL 33928
Todd Coulter: (239) 269-6772 coulter@esterofire.org
Web Address: www.esterofire.org
Description: Explorer program that meets every Monday night for firefighting and EMS training. Post is also involved in Florida Fire Chiefs Association Cadet Program.
Gainesville Fire Rescue Gainesville, FL
Contact Info: (352) 334-5065
Program Web Address: cityofgainsville.org/gfr/firesafety/youth_prog.asp
Web Address: www.cityofgainsville.org/gfr/
Description: The Junior Fire Academy classes (for Middle School age) are at the Kiwanis Safety City Complex with portions of the GFR Drill Field across the street at Fire Station #3. The program is offered during the Alachua County Spring Break.
Explorer Post 972 is available for students ages 14-18.
Malabar Fire Department Malabar, FL 32950
Capt. Charles Loraine: (321) 446-5272 Sgt618@excite.com
Program Web Address: www.malabarfiredepartment.org/forum2/viewforum.php?f=5
Web Address: www.malabarfiredepartment.org/forum2
Description: Established in 2006, the explorer program focuses on character development and career education. The explorer program helps young adults develop social and life skills, assist in character and career development, and help young adults formulate positive personal values. It prepares young adults to make ethical decisions that will help them achieve their full potential. The program is designed to allow young adult males and females, between the ages of 14 and 18, to explore a career in the fire and emergency medical service.
The explorers receive training the same training as any professional firefighters, including basic fire chemistry, hose evolutions, ladder operations, first responder and CPR training, hazardous materials, and auto extrication. The training program is intense and demanding, however the rewards are increased character and the understanding of what it takes to pursue a career in the fire service.
Seminole County Fire Department Sanford, FL 32773
Contact Info: (407) 665-5175
Program Web Address: www.seminolecountyfl.gov/dps/ems/explorers.asp
Web Address: www.seminolecountyfl.gov/dps/ems
Description: Goal is to familiarize teenage boys and girls with the Emergency Medical and Fire Services. It is a stepping stone for those who wish to become Emergency Medical Technicians, Paramedics, Fire Inspectors, or Firefighters.
Georgia
Bryan County Fire Department Pembroke, GA 31321
Edward Wills: (912) 727-3572 wills111@worldnet.att.net
Web Address: www.southbryanfire.com
Description: Junior firefighters attend training with our volunteer and career firefighters twice each month. They also have assisted in our Fire Safety day activities and with our “Santa” run through the community. Last month, the department used the Junior Firefighters to carry out non-hazardous duties during a planned live burn of a home.
McDuffie County Fire Rescue Thomson, GA 30824
Lt. James Lewis: (706) 595-2045 jlewis@thomson-mcduffie.net
Description: Our Junior Firefighters train on Tuesday nights with the firefighters. Each junior firefighter is assigned a sponsor who is a certified firefighter. The junior firefighter then participates under the direction of his or her sponsor. The junior firefighters assist with support functions on scenes, such as rehab, loading hose, and retrieving equipment. They also assist with the Fire Safety Education Program and boot drives for the Burn Foundation. They are required to maintain at least a C average on school grades.
Montgomery County Mount Vernon, GA 30445
Jennifer Sikes: (912) 583-4321 mvcityclerk@windstream.net
Description: Countywide program that assists throughout the county in fire and rescue. We also help with fire prevention and education.
Hephzibah Fire Department Hephzibah, GA 30815
Joshua Heyward or Tom Knight (706) 592-4511 knightweather@hotmail.com
Web Address: www.hephzibahfirerescue.com
Description: The juniors train every other Friday evening from six to eight o’clock. Our group is learning practical experience with equipment from hose rolls to ropes, knots, and rehab. We are also having classroom sessions teaching out the Fire Fighting Essentials book. Our juniors will also participate in various activities like fire prevention month and parades.
Effingham County Fire/Rescue Springfield, GA 31329
Karen Arnold: (912) 754-8888 karnold@effinghamcounty.org
Web Address: www.effinghamcounty.org/pages/departments/fire_res
Description: The participants in the Junior Firefighter program will enjoy numerous training opportunities and be allowed to work in support roles during fire ground operations within the bounds of their training and at the discretion of the officer in charge. All fire personnel, including juniors, will be covered by our insurance policy. Venture Scouts purpose is to expose these young adults to a possible career field.
Illinois
Lanark Fire Department Lanark, IL 61046
Robert Kalina, Jr.; (815) 541-2420 rbrtkalina@yahoo.com
Description: A great opportunity for the youth of the community to help the local department fill shortage of man-power needs.
Frankfort Fire Protection District Frankfort, IL 60423
Brian Adcock: (815) 469-1700 adcock@frankfortfire.org
Description: Fire cadet program prepares students to attend an accredited firefighting academy.
Fairview Explorer Post #510 Fairview Heights, IL 62208
Paul Costello: (618) 540-2502 paul.costello@sbcglobal.net
Web Address: www.fairviewfiredept.com
Description: Fire Exploring Program through the Boy Scouts of America.
Champaign Fire Department Champaign, IL 61866
Dorval Norwood: (217) 403-7200 norwoodf@ci.champaign.il.us
Web Address: www.ci.champaign.il.us
Description: Explorer Post #207, subsidiary of the Boy Scouts of America.
Staunton Fire Protection District Staunton, IL 62088
Chief Rick Haase: (618) 635-2139 rick.t.haase@conocophillips.com
Web Address: www.stauntonfiredistrict.com
Description: The Staunton Fire Protection District Junior Firefighter Program is a support organization of the Staunton Fire Protection District, which is approximately 15 years old. The program allows young people from the ages of 12 to 19 years of age to actively participate in fire department activities. Over the past 15 years, over 30 different youths have participated in the Junior Firefighter Program. Almost half of the youths who participated in the program have joined the Staunton Fire Protection District as regular firefighters when they reached the age of 19.
SFPD Junior Firefighters are considered support members of the Staunton Fire Protection District but they are allowed to take part in many fire department activities. Junior Firefighters attend fire department training sessions, assist with maintenance operations, assist with fund raising activities, assist with public education functions, attend departmental functions and meetings, and are allowed to respond to specific types of incidents and perform support roles at incident scenes.
Indiana
Tippecanoe Township Volunteer Fire Dept. Battle Ground, IN 47920
George Bittles: (765) 426-8808 gbittles@ivytech.edu
Description: Program is designed to provide local youth with the opportunity to gain knowledge of the fire service through exposing them to training and opportunities for community service and involvement. Program does not have funding for equipment at this time and Junior Fire Fighters are training with current probationary members consistent with Indiana Dept. of Homeland Security standards in Mandatory, FF I/II, and other fire training coursework.
Hillsdale Volunteer Fire Department Hillsdale, IN 47854
Arial Newnum: (765) 245-2690 anewnum1@ivytech.edu
Chandler Volunteer Fire Department Chandler, IN 47610
Krys Kolley: (812) 449-2314 lucy69in@hotmail.com
Description: Complete cadet program
Cicero Volunteer Fire Department Cicero, IN 46034
Darren Collar: (317) 984-4575 dcollar@cicerofire.org
Web Address: www.cicerofire.org
Description: Registered member of the Boy Scouts of America Explorer Firefighter Program. Members participate in monthly fire training, monthly meetings, department fundraisers, and community service activities. Members are required to be in high school and maintain a C average.
McColloch Volunteer Firefighters Association Clarksville, IN 47129
Keith Sellmer (812) 283-5541 fireinstructor2@aol.com
Description: McColloch’s junior firefighter program has been around since the beginning of this Association. Our junior firefighters train right next to our firefighters in all aspects of the fire service. From ground ladders to ventilation. From hazardous materials to emergency medical training. Our junior firefighters even learn pump operations. Our junior program has had an honored tradition of success. Many of our juniors have gone on to positions with career fire departments rising in the ranks to Assistant Chief in New Albany, Jeffersonville, and Deputy Chief in Clarksville. The current fire chief of the McColloch Volunteer Fire Department had joined the department as a junior firefighter. In Indiana, a firefighter cannot receive a basic firefighter certification until they are 18. Our junior firefighter training program schedules the training in such that they are fully ready to test for their basic firefighter, hazardous materials, and first responder certifications upon turning 18 year old.
Wadesville, Poseyville, New Harmony & Smith Town Fire Departments Wadesville, IN 47638
Dustin Owens: (812) 673-4277 tondus3@yahoo.com
Description: Explorer Post 390. Program is with all listed departments.
Rossville Volunteer Fire Department Rossville , IN 46065
Tracy Fife: (765) 379-2640 station9@geetel.net
Description: Our Junior Firefighters have a meeting every 3 months for themselves, and then they meet with our fire personnel the first Tuesday of every month for the fire department's regular meetings and they also train with the fire department every third Tuesday of each month. Our Junior Firefighters are hard working and dedicated kids. Each one of the Junior firefighters have a parent on the department that is responsible for the child getting to and from each fire scene. The program is made up of a director, an assistant director, two training officers and a safety officer. The Juniors know when they get to the scene that they are to go directly to the staging area and cannot leave that area until appointed to their parent or another firefighter. Our Juniors wear orange fire hats so they are recognized on the scene as Juniors. They cannot go into any working house fire or operate any machinery. The department is proud to have each one of the children on the department and look forward to when each can join as a full time member.
Sheffield Fire & Rescue Dayton, IN 47941
Contact Information: (765) 296-3955 sheffieldfd@mintel.net
Web Address: www.sheffieldfire.org
Description: The program is for teens aged 14-18 that are interested in the area of fire and rescue. We have weekly meetings and let the juniors train with us. They cannot go into any unsafe environments but they do ride in the trucks and assist senior firefighters.
Richland Township Volunteer Fire Department Anderson, INCaptain Jeffery A. Stigall: (765) 649-5851 jastigall@gmail.com
Web Address: www.rtvfd-in.com
Description: This program was recently resurrected after an absence of over 10 years. Junior members (ages 14-18) are part of the regular fire department and participate in all meetings, activities, and training, including support functions at emergency scenes, subject to safety restrictions depending on age, training, and experience. Personal protective equipment is provided. Junior meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 6:00 pm. Junior members must maintain a “C” average or be suspended from the program until their grades improve. Junior members may become regular members of the department after age 18. Applications will be available on the web site.
Walnut Township Fire Department New Ross, IN 47968
Roger Routh: (765) 723-2289 RRouth@HHCorp.org
Description: Attend and participate in meetings, special functions, trainings, fund raisers and clean up after incidents.
Kansas
Butler County Fire District #8 Douglass, KS 67039
Deputy Chief Seth Glaves: (316) 747-3097 bcfd8804@aol.com
Description: Our program is focused on recruiting high school seniors that are interested in volunteering or pursuing a career in the fire service.
Hackberry Township Fire Department Bartlett, KS 67332
Leighton Davis: (620) 226-3537 leighton@bartlettkansasfire.org
Web Address: www.bartlettkansasfire.org
Description: Young firefighters are the future of all volunteer and career fire departments. Introducing the youth of our community to the benefits of helping and caring for others in need installs in them an eagerness and willingness to become involved in a society that has forgotten the need for volunteers. The Junior Firefighter is to augment the regular firefighters by assisting in fire suppression, rescue, and patient care. A Cadet Firefighter will be able to promote to Junior Firefighter and may exercise all the rights, privileges and responsibilities of a regular firefighter on any scene with some stipulations.
Clay Center Fire Department Clay Center, KS 67432
Jon Siemers: (785) 632-2521 ccfirerescue@yahoo.com
Description: Explorer Post #56
Bentley Fire and EMS Bentley, KS 67167Tish Kane: (316)390-7950 Awnreechick@gmail.com
Description: Bi-weekly meetings run by highly trained local firefighters with a lot of hands on training.
Johnson County Fire District No. 2 Stilwell, KS 66085
Joel Johnson: (913) 681-2764 joeljohnson@jcfd2.org
Web Address: www.jcfd2.org
Description: The Post was formed in December 2003 to get the youth of the community more involved with Johnson County Fire District No. 2. Our Post will focus on Fire Science, Emergency Medical Services, and Leadership. Explorers will learn first hand knowledge about careers in these fields. Explores will receive hands on training from JCFD2 personnel and will become CPR and first aid certified. Members will also receive community service hours through the department and community events.
Iowa
Calmar Fire Department Calmar, IA 52132
Linus Sabelka: (641) 394-3178 calmarfirestation@yahoo.com
Description: We recruit juniors in high school. They must be at least 16 years old and have their parent’s permission. We have parent-student interviews and a set of rules and regulations they must abide by. With the school’s permission, they wear their pagers and can respond to calls. The junior firefighters attend monthly business meetings and train with the rest of the volunteer firefighters. They take Firefighter I classes and when they are 18 years old, they can take the Firefighter I test. They also take the 16-hour Hazmat Awareness class and recertification classes. The junior firefighters respond to all calls and assist with tasks in support of the firefighters. When they turn 18, they become full-time firefighters.
Salem Fire and Rescue Salem, IA 52649
Steve Nichting: (319) 258-4103
Description: Training with current firefighters while at ages 14-18 and hold a grade point average of 2.75 or above.
Central City Fire and Rescue Central City, IA 52214
Chief Todd Lafler: (319) 721-3355 tldigger@iowatelecom.net
Web Address: www.ccfire-rescue.com
Description: Our department’s Junior Firefighter Program is done through the Boy Scouts of America’s Explorer Program. Our Explorers/Junior Firefighters train up to 4 times a month side by side with our firefighters. They are allowed to respond to fire calls. Their roles at fire scenes include changing air bottles for firefighters, getting equipment when needed, assisting with clean up. They are a very crucial resource in our departments ability to be efficient on fire scenes.
Manchester Volunteer Fire Department Manchester, IA 52057
Dennis Meisgeier: (563) 920-5513 manfd@iowatelecom.net
Web Address: www.manchester-ia.org
Description: For the last six years, our Explorer Program was held for one month, with four meetings. In 2008, we have started a year round program where the Explorers/Junior Firefighters meet once a month for their business meeting and class with a hands-on session put on by our in-house state certified Fire Instructor. Then the Explorers/Junior Firefighters are invited to participate in the regular drill for the fire department and any public fire prevention activity the department has, which has included our Battery Up Program and Early Childhood Safety Fair with the Fire Safety House. We have had two of the Explorers who were in our program join the fire department when they turned eighteen years old. With the training they had received, they were able to contribute to the department earlier in their first year. Currently, two of the Explorer/Junior Firefighters are planning to enroll in a two-year firefighter course at our local community college. Our goal within the next year would be to further train the Explorer/Junior Firefighters so that they will respond to fire calls and assist with duties at the fire scene.
Hawarden Volunteer Fire Department Hawarden, IA 51023
Chief Jon Strong: (712) 551-6655 fire@cityofhawarden.com
Description: Our program hopes to prepare interested youth into the fire service. The students are allowed to respond to any call so long as it does not interrupt school. Once they have reached the age of 18 and there is an opening on the fire department, they become actual firefighters.
Tipton Fire Department Tipton, IA 52772
John E. Miller: (563) 886-6492 tfdchief@iowatelecom.net
Web Address: www.tiptonfire.org/index.html
Description: Referred to as Cadet Program, open to high school juniors and seniors. They are issued turnouts and pagers, allowed to leave school to respond to calls [with certain exceptions], expected to train with department, not allowed to do anything that requires SCBA, and may perform support duties only.
Kentucky
Jenkins Fire Department Jenkins, KY 41537
Rick Corbett: (606) 832-2141 jenkinsfire@kih.net
Web Address: www.jenkinsfire.org
Description: Allows teens to obtain training and participate in department functions. Allows teens to learn about the fire service.
Highview Fire District Explorer Post 461 Louisville, KY 40228
Shaun Carta: (502) 239-3561 scarta@highviewfire.com
Web Address: www.highviewfire.com
Description: Our explorer program prepares the youth for becoming recruit firefighters when they are able to join a class. We supply our explorers with their own turnout gear that they are able to use during trainings. We train every Thursday night for two hours. We train on many aspects of firefighting and even use the IFSTA Essentials IV training manual. They also learn the importance of leadership and team building in the fire service. We have Explorer Officers that range from Major to Sergeant. In cooperation with our department, we are able to use our County Training Academy to do certain trainings like search and rescue, ladders, and RIT. We are also very involved with the department and participate in many district functions such as Crusade for Children, safety fairs and community picnics. We also do fundraising events such as car washes and bagging groceries for tips at local stores.
Wolf Coal Volunteer Fire Department Wolf Coal, KY 41390
Bobbie Jo Moore: (606-398-2171 jebo@tgtel..com
Description: Our Junior Firefighters train with the firefighters. They help with making sure that the trucks are loaded with gear, help when there is anything to do at the firehouse such as cleaning, painting, washing trucks, and ground maintenance. They help with all fundraisers, get tools and equipment on the fire scene, help pull hose and helps to reload the trucks after a fire. They receive about 100 hours of training.
Hebron Fire Protection District Hebron, KY 41048
Sharon Smith: (859) 586-9009 ssmith@hebronfire.org
Web Address: www.hebronfire.org
Piner-Fiskburg Fire Protection District Morning View, KY 41063
George Pegg: (859) 356-6916 piner1275@insightbb.com
Description: We are an Explorer Post through the Boy Scouts of America, Post 2250. We train weekly in Fire and EMS. Our post participates in local completions for explorers. We assist the Fire Department with functions and clean up after major runs.
Meade County Fire Protection District Brandenburg, KY 40108
Larry Naser: (270) 422-4292 lnaser@mcfpd
Web Address: www.mcfpd.com
Description: Our Program requires junior members to be enrolled in high school and maintain a C average. Our members participate in training and non IDLH fire runs. They assist on projects of a local nature.
Artemus Fire Department Artemus, KY 40903
John Bays: (606) 546-5914 afpdchief@aol.com
Description: Orientation of teenagers to the skills and knowledge required to be a firefighter.
Alexandria Fire District Alexandria, KY 41001
Lt. John Seitz: (859) 635-5991 jseitz@alexandriaky.org
Web Address: www.alexandriaky.org
Description: Alexandria Fire Explorer Post 100 is part of the BSA’s Learning for Life program.
Shelbyville Fire & Rescue Shelbyville, KY 40065
Jesse Landers: (502) 633-7101 sfdtraining@insightbb.com
Web Address: www.shelbyvillefirerescue.com
Southgate Fire Department Southgate, KY 41071
Asst. Chief Steve Rath: ftfdmedic@yahoo.com
Vine Grove Fire Department Vine Grove, KY 40175
Michael Stalsberg: (270) 312-3587 vgfd621@yahoo.com
Description: We train and teach our juniors all the basic skill of firefighting. This program is a nonresponsive program. There is no live fire training for this program, the rest of training is out of the essentials manual and hands on training.
Louisiana
Husser Volunteer Fire Department Husser, LA 70442
Dale Vernon: (985) 320-9697 vernon3dnr@earthlink.net
Description: Youth who are 16 years old join our Junior Program. This program is to train future firefighters on equipment and trucks. Juniors can not drive fire trucks to scenes or go into a burning structure.
South Bossier Fire District Two Elm Grove, LA 71051
Twilla Jones: (318) 987-2555 sbfd2admin@bellsouth.net
Web Address: www.southbossierfire.com
Description: Fire Safety and Training
Scott Volunteer Fire Department Scott, LA 70583
Lt. Blaine Judice: (337) 981-2372 bjudice3372@aol.com
Web Address: www.scottvfd.org Program Address: www.scottvfd.org
Description: The program is set up for persons within the age of 15-17 years of age to be a part of the fire department. Each Junior Fireman is able to respond to calls on the engine but are not allowed to enter a burning structure or a vehicle involved in an accident. They are not allowed to use a hose to extinguish any fire. Every Junior Fireman must maintain a 2.0 grade point average while in school. Junior Firemen are not allowed to respond to incidents after 10:00pm on school nights. Every junior is allowed to train and attend fire department functions such as fundraisers and gatherings.
Bossier Parish Fire District 1 Haughton, LA 71037
Chief Robert Roe: (318) 949-9440
Web Address: bpfd1.org
Description: Juniors must be at least 16 years of age. They assist with outside operations at emergencies. They perform custodial maintenance at their assigned station, servicing equipment, stations and grounds. Juniors perform EMS duties if certified, inspections and other duties depending on their particular assignment at the time. They also perform such other duties as required by their superior officer.
Zachary Volunteer Fire Department Zachary, LA 70791
Chief Michael Kimble: (225) 286-0205 mkimble@zacharyfire.org
Description: Youth ages 13-17 are eligible to participate.
Youngsville Fire Department Youngsville, LA 70592
Asst. Chief Joey Langlinais: (337) 856-6906 jlanglinais@yfdla.com
Web Address: www.yfdla.com
Description: JFF do training in team building, communications fire prevention and all aspects of firefighting as well as medical first responder training. JFF are allowed to ride out on apparatus and respond to calls, if they are riding out. They are not allowed to respond from their homes with the volunteers.
Maine
Islesboro Fire Department Islesboro, ME 04848
Mary Hauprich: (207) 734-0996 hauprich@verizon.net
Description: Our goal is to train our juniors so that when they turn 18, they can “hit the ground running.” These young firefighters-in-training are held to the same standards the rest of the department are, and take part in trainings and drills at least once a month (mandatory) and up to several times a month (optional)
Lisbon Fire Department Lisbon, ME 04250
Deputy Chief Michael Robitaille: (207)353-9620 mrobitaille@yarmouth.me.us
Web Address: www.lisbonfd.com
Description: The Lisbon Fire Department Junior Program is overseen by the department’s Chief, who delegates his authority to a Junior Advisor. The program is in compliance with the Maine Bureau of Labor and has strict guidelines for operations and training. The members of the Junior Department support the volunteer department by conducting non-hazard duties at all emergency incidents with our community. They are involved in the monthly training programs and routinely attend regional fire schools. Annually, they attend a week-long Explorer program that is conducted in the next county to ours. They are involved in fund raising efforts and recently rewarded themselves by taking a trip to Ground Zero in New York City, the Connecticut State Fire Academy and finished their trip with a stop at Six Flags theme park in Massachusetts. We are fortunate to see many of our members continue their career in the fire service and again we will graduate two members this year who will be attending college to study fire science.
City of Biddeford Fire Department Biddeford, ME 04005Contact Info: (207) 282-6632
Web Address: www.biddefordmaine.org
Description: Each month, the junior firefighters attend 2 training sessions. At a fire scene, these juniors assist in establishing and assisting in rehab, assisting with the set up of accountability board as well as helping with cleansing and restocking of apparatus.
Fort Fairfield Fire/Rescue Fort Fairfield, ME 04742
Contact Info: (207) 472-3809 fort_fairfield_fire@yahoo.com
Web Address: www.fortfairfield.org/Town_Government/Municipal
Description: Junior Firefighter program is geared towards finding out what the fire service is all about. Junior Firefighters will learn a wide variety of tasks, but will be limited to what they can do. Must be enrolled in school or have a diploma/GED and maintain a ""C"" average.
Presque Isle Fire Department Presque Isle, ME 04769
Grant Spinney: (207) 769-0881 pifire@maine.rr.com
Program Web Address: www.pifd.org/page8.html
Web Address: www.pifd.org
Description: Junior members have a curfew during school nights and are required to leave the station no later than 10 pm. On non-school nights, members are allowed to stay at the fire station and run calls with the department.
Maryland
Ridgely Volunteer Fire Department Ridgely, MD 21660
Deputy Chief Bryan Ebling: (410) 634-2673 bcebling@comcast.net
Web Address: www.rvfd400.com
Description: This program is modeled after other youth programs. Members learn about emergency services, assist in fund raisers, assist in parades and limited other station duties. THEY ARE NOT RESPONSE MEMBERS. However, they are permitted to assist our Auxiliary with canteen duties at the scene of emergencies on a limited basis. Members are organizing their own structure and treasury in order to learn first hand how organizations operate. Rules, procedures, funding, etc. They participate in community events in addition to fire department non-response activities. We should note we have a cadet program which adolescents 16 and 17 years old may join. Cadets are permitted to respond on active emergency calls, provided they meet minimum training requirements. Cadet members have a few restrictions, however, they are treated similarly to our active membership of which the minimum age is 18.
Hereford Volunteer Junior Fire Company Hereford, MD 21111
Chuck Bollinger: (410) 965-4008 cbdbinc@comcast.net
Web Address: herefordfire.org
Description: This company allows junior firefighters to begin learning about the administrative and fire line side of our senior company. Training is done twice a month and twice a month they have meetings. The juniors help out in all kinds of capacities with our senior company.
Glyndon Junior Volunteer Fire Department Glyndon, MD 21071
Kathy Reitz: (443) 829-6012 kathyr@reliancefireprotection.com
Description: Glyndon Juniors start at age 10 and we learn the basics of firefighting in preparation for the MFRI Fire Fighter I program as well as basic first aid skills and CPR. We meet 3 Tuesdays a month and hold fundraisers and support the senior department with all of their activities.
West Side Volunteer Fire Department Bivalve, MD 21814
Don Messick: (410) 873-2566 donald_sue@comcast.net
Description: We allow members as young as 14. We have a list of rules and requirements that must be signed by the Junior member’s parents. At 16, we allow them to attend MFRI, the Maryland Fire training academy. Our county, Wicomico, also has a training arrangement through the local vocational school system which allows a junior or senior student to attend both Basic Firefighter and EMT Basic while attending school.
Sykesville Freedom-District Fire Department Sykesville, MD 21784
Brian P. McDermott: (410) 795-9311 brian330574@yahoo.com
Program Web Address: www.Myspace.com/sykesvillejuniors
Web Address: www.sykesvillefire.org
Description: The Sykesville-Freedom District Fire Department's Junior Firefighter Program is open to young people ages 12-16 that have an interest in learning about firefighting and emergency medical services.
Sykesville's junior program is among the most active in Carroll County, meeting Wednesday evenings at the station. Juniors participate in various activities designed to expose them to the world of emergency services. A typical evening at the station can involve anything from crawling through mazes in turnout gear to learning about the latest equipment and techniques used by senior firefighters on the fire ground.
The juniors take part in the annual Carroll County Junior Day, a friendly competition between junior firefighters from around the region. The juniors also take educational and recreational trips from time to time to learn more about the fire service. The group traveled to New York City recently to visit Ground Zero and several FDNY firehouses. We promote a healthy and social atmosphere where young people are exposed to the bond that firefighters everywhere know and enjoy.
Montgomery County, MD Fire and Rescue Service Rockville, MD 20850
Lt. Russell Blinkhorn: (301) 279-1834 Russell.Blinkhorn@montgomerycountymd.gov
Program Web Address: www.montgomerycountymd.gov/firtmpl.asp?url=/content/firerescue/psta/fire-science/index.asp
Web Address: www.mcfrs.org
Description: Program for students in grades 11 and 12 who are enrolled in a Montgomery County Public School. Students are provided transportation to and from their home school to the Fire and Rescue Training Academy. Students receive both Fire and EMS basic courses for the program in which they enroll. Please visit our website for further information.
Elkridge Volunteer Fire Department Elkridge, MD 21075
Mike Barnett: (410) 966-2831 Mike.barnett@ssa.gov
Program Web Address: http://www.elkridgevfd.org/content/junior/
Web Address: http://www.elkridgevfd.org/
Description: Purpose: To obtain a working knowledge of first aid and fire fighting procedures, allowing the member to decide if the fire and rescue field will appeal to them; to aid the fire department in their responsibilities of saving life and property; to promote high moral standards and a sense of responsibility toward their community.
Ellerslie Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. Ellerslie, MD 21529
Chief Scott Williams: (301) 777-0959 Co6@allconet.org
Hamstead Volunteer Fire Engine & Hose Company #1 Hampstead, MD 21074 Charles Ray: (410) 977-2412 ceeray3@msn.com
Program Web Address: www.hampsteadvfd.org/content/junior/
Web Address: www.hampsteadvfd.org
Description: A Fire Company-based program to introduce young men & women to the Emergency Services and Community Service. Activities include fund raising, business meetings and training for which the junior firefighters earn community service hours which are required for High School graduation.
Maryland City Volunteer Fire Dept and Rescue Squad Laurel, MD 20724
Ralph Miller: (301) 604-6670 milral@comcast.net
Description: Cadets are given basic classes on Fire and EMS. They also march in parades.
Arcadia Volunteer Junior Fire Co. Upperco, MD 21155
Roslyn Snyder: (443) 677-1618 arcadiajuniors@comcast.net
Web Address: www.arcadiavfc.org
Description: Our program is a comprehensive program which teaches teamwork, respect, and responsibility through many different structured activities including marching in parades, training and fundraising. We are very involved with community service projects as well.
Berlin Fire Company Berlin, MD 21811
David Fitzgerald: (410) 641-1977 dfitzgerald@co.worcester.md.us
Massachusetts
Northfield Fire Department Northfield, MA 01360
Dave Adams: (413) 498-2778 lbjrace33@comcast.net
Web Address: www.northfieldmafire.com
Description: The Northfield Fire Department Junior members are made up of young adults interested in firefighting. They meet twice monthly at the fire station. Being a junior firefighter, they receive hands-on training in certain areas of firefighting.
Topsfield Fire Department Topsfield, MA 01983
Captain Jen Collins-Brown: (978) 887-5148 jcbrown@topsfieldfire.com
Web Address: www.topsfieldfire.com
Description: This is an Explorer’s program just getting off it’s feet after a three year hiatus.
Holden Fire Department Holden, MA 01520
Lt. Mike Rosen: (508) 829-0266 mjrosen@charter.net
Web Address: www.townofholden.net
Description: Run as Fire Service Exploring Post 2012. Programs include: Fire suppression, hose evolutions, pump ops, SCBA, water supply, ladders, hydrant ops, brush fire ops, chimney fires, hazmat station ops; First Responder, including CPR and auto extrication; Search and Rescue to include search planning, GPS training, map reading and search patterns. They also support additional activities for the Mohegan Council and the Town of Holden.
Belchertown Fire Department Belchertown, MA 01007
Chief Edward Bock: (413) 323-7571 tbock@belchertown.org
Web Address: www.belchertown.org/departments/fire
Description: On a monthly basis to learn basic operation, preventative maintenance, safe operations, location, and regular inventory of all fire department equipment.
Shelburne Fire Department Shelburne, MA 01370
Chief Angus Dun: (413) 834-4593 shelburnefire@yahoo.com
Description: Provides firefighter, ICS, Hazmat, and First Aid training for those in Grades 9 through 12. Open to any resident of the Fire District with parental permission. Juniors train along side of adult firefighters and perform age appropriate tasks exclusive of interior firefighting and out of district mutual aid calls.
Westfield Fire Department Westfield, MA 01085
Seth Ellis: (413) 374-5930
Web Address: www.cityofwestfield.org/detpages/departments19.html
Description: The Westfield Fire Explorers Post 339 is sponsored by the Westfield Fire Department as an educational opportunity for high school students who would like to learn more about the fire, rescue, and emergency medical services as a career or volunteer opportunity. Explorers attend twice monthly meetings usually held on the first and third Thursdays of the month during the school year. Meeting topics cover all aspects of department operations. The Explorers also help with the SAFE program and have assisted at the department’s open house.
Yarmouth Fire Department South Yarmouth, MA 02664
Lt. James Armstrong: (508) 398-2212 jarmstrong@yarmouth.ma.us
Web Address: ww.yarmouthfire.com
Description: In cooperation with our local high school, “School to careers internship program”, students spend one hour a day at the Yarmouth Fire Department learning about the careers of firefighters/emergency medical technicians. The Yarmouth Fire intern program is a registered Fire Corp program. The “IFSTA Essentials of Fire Fighting” book is used as a classroom guide. Students are taught by Yarmouth officers and participate in specially designed drills. The Dennis-Yarmouth High School student interns are also involved in a variety of fire prevention projects, which are presented in the lower schools from preschool to middle school. Many former students have become members of our call department and one has become a full-time firefighter/EMT. We also have former interns who have become firefighters for neighboring towns and firefighters in the military.
Berkley Fire & Rescue Berkley, MA 02779
Lt. Kevin Gouveia: (508) 822-7516 jp39bfd@comcast.net
Web Address: www.townofberkley.com
Description: Junior firefighters attend the training classes along with the regular call firefighters. At age 16 they can participate in live training while accompanied by a senior firefighter or officer. The live training classes are limited to such training as smoke house training, pump operations (observation) etc.
Rehoboth Fire Department Rehoboth, MA 02769
Asst. Chief Barresi: (508) 252-3725 car3@rehobothfire.com
Description: Juniors meet and train 1-2 times per month and are assigned to support functions at fire scenes. They are issued turnout gear. They are also allowed to attend Company drills. They help out at community and association functions and raise money for their organization.
Michigan
Home Township Fire Department Edmore, MI 48829
Michael Irwin: (989) 304-1604 hometwpfirefighterexplorers@live.com
Description: Teaching youth CPR, fire safety and firefighter basics.
Bedford Fire Department Temperance, MI 48182
Bradley Periat: (419) 704-7953 fireout47@hotmail.com
Web Address: www.bedfordmi.org
Description: The purpose of the Bedford Fire Department Explorer Post is to give young men and women between the ages of 14 to 21 the basic knowledge of what it is like to be in the fire/EMS service. This post is also designed to help the members learn citizenship, teamwork, and many other things needed to be a quality adult. The post meets regularly twice a month as well as participating in many community events and training exercises.
Waterford Township Fire Department Waterford, MI 48329
Gene Butcher: (248) 618-7570 rbutcher@twp.waterford.mi.us
Web Address: www.twp.waterford.mi.us/fire/
Description: The cadet program is a cooperative effort between the Waterford Fire Department and Waterford Mott, Waterford Kettering and Waterford Our Lady of the Lakes High Schools. This program provides a work-based learning opportunity and/or environment for high school students in order to help students achieve academic success, graduate from high school and be better prepared for employment or post secondary education connecting to a student’s career goals. This program offers exploration inside various divisions of the fire service including Fire Suppression and Rescue, Fire Prevention and Education, Hazardous Materials and other Special Operations offered by the Fire Department including, but not limited to Technical Rescue. Students learn through classroom instruction, practical demonstrations and performance based training sessions the “Essentials of Fire Fighting.” Also, after the completion of this program, students will have a greater appreciation for their own strengths and weaknesses in addition to the duties, responsibilities and commitment necessary to become a firefighter. The Waterford Fire Department and its members are proud to provide such a program that allows its members to give something back to the community and to help mentor, educate and motivate our youths because we are devoted to human services and are committed to working with others.
Howell Area Fire Authority Howell, MI 48843
Andrew Johnson: (517) 546-0560 ajohnson@howellfire.net
Christopher Mazer cmaser@howellfire.net
Web Address: www.howellfire.net
Description: The mission of the Howell Area Fire Department Cadet is to assist with fire department operations, assume a support role at emergency scenes, and learn to protect lives, health and property in the Howell Area Fire Department response area from the outcomes of fire, medical, structural, and environmental emergencies through education, prevention, mitigation and control. Cadets are students seeking careers in firefighting. The Cadet program gets these students involved in what they want to do. Cadet firefighters are considered valuable assets to the department operations and assume support roles at the fire scenes. Every precaution is taken to keep them out of danger while still letting them get involved. While at the station, Cadets are responsible for making coffee, sweeping, rolling hose, mopping and cleaning apparatus as well as other duties assigned. Don’t let these last mentioned duties fool you…there are plenty of opportunities to learn and to get involved in the exciting aspects of the fire department.
City of Northville Fire Department Northville, MI 48167
Shari Allen: (248) 449-9920 sallen@ci.northville.mi.us
Web Address: www.co.northville.mi.us
Description: Our community has a population of 6500 residents and encompasses an area of 2.2 square miles. We have run an Explorer Program since 1994. We train twice a month and participate with other area Explorer posts to train and compete throughout the year. We do hands-on training with firefighters from our department as well as firefighters from surrounding communities. The group is an un-funded program so we participate in fundraising to offset the cost of attending events and have participated in the National Exploring competition three times which hosted 600 participants last year. The Explorers also help at community events and participate in parades along with our firefighters. We do recruitment in area high schools and during Fire Prevention Week at our fire station. Each Explorer is assigned and responsible for the care of a set of gear. We have an established set of rules and regulations which addresses grades, attendance and conduct both in the program and in everyday life.
Brighton Area Fire Authority Brighton, MI 48116
Donald Hall: (810) 229-6640 dhall@brightonareafire.com
Web Address: www.brightonareafire.com
Description: Program was started in the WWII years and was disbanded because of the war effort. It was reorganized in 1954 and has been going strong ever since. The Juniors in the early years helped the firefighters fight grass fires that were frequent in the spring months, primarily due to the burning of waste paper and sparks from the railroad engine exhaust. Training in the early days was primarily done on the job or do as we do. The MI Firefighters Training Council wasn’t in place until the late 1960’s. The juniors of today have a support role in the service and receive their training, FFI&II and Medical First Responder. They are allowed to assist in medical emergencies once they have received their training. They do not enter the structural fire hot zone until they are employed by the Senior Fire Department.
Minnesota
St. Cloud Fire Department St. Cloud, MN 56303
Jason Jacobs: (320) 255-7213 jason.jacobs@ci.stcloud.mn.us
Web Address: www.ci.cloud.mn.us/fire/fire.htm
Description: Fire Explorer Post 2032
Columbia Heights Fire Department Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Dan O’Brien: (612) 408-2528 ojoe911@comcast.net
Description: Fire Exploring Post #778
Maple Grove Fire-Rescue Maple Grove, MN 55331
Lt. Chris Baker: (763) 494-6300 cbaker@ci.maple-grove.mn.us
Web Address: www.ci.maple-grove.mn.us
Description: The Fire Explorer program is the young-adult program of Learning for Life, a subsidiary program of the Boy Scouts of America. Maple Grove Fire Explorers Post 777, operated by the Maple Grove Fire Department, is a co-ed group of young adults between the ages of 14 and 21, with an interest in learning about the Fire Service. The Fire Explorers’ Instructors are members of the Maple Grove Fire-Rescue Department. The Maple Grove Fire Department was founded in the summer of 1976, with the Fire Explorer Post starting late that fall. The Post has been in existence for over 30 years and has produced dozens of firefighters and EMS personnel. For instance, Maple Grove Fire Chief Scott Anderson started his career as a Hamel Fire Explorer. Maple Grove Assistant Chief/North Memorial Paramedic Rob Pearson started his career as a Maple Grove Fire Explorer over 20 years ago. Maple Grove Fire Explorers Post 777 meets the 2nd and 4th Sunday nights of every month and also participates in various special activities. Our emphasis at meetings is instruction of an Explorer-oriented Firefighter I type course. We also train our Explorers to a First Responder and Hazardous Materials Operations level. After a basic level of training and good attendance at Post meetings, Explorers are able to take a practical exam which, if passed, allows them to attend regular fire department drills. After attending a minimum amount of fire department drills and getting acquainted with their station crew, they may take another practical exam which, if passed, allows them to be issued a pager and respond to emergency incidents on the truck with firefighters.
Mississippi
Northeast Lamar Fire, Rescue, & EMS Hattiesburg, MS 39402
Chief Kyle Hill: (601) 270-2698 khill@northeastlamarfire.com
Web Address: www.northeastlamarfire.com
Description: Juniors participate in age appropriate training that will prepare them for transition to full-time membership after turning 18 and graduating from high school. Juniors also participate in other department activities such as fund raising and public education. Upon approval by the Training officer and Chief, and completion of appropriate training, juniors may be utilized in a ground support role on some calls.
Purvis Volunteer Fire Department Purvis, MS 39475
Chief Rex Hartfield: (601) 794-5070 pfdtrng3@yahoo.com
Description: Available to young inspiring firefighters that have the will to serve their community.
West Hancock Fire Rescue Pearlington, MS 39572
Drew Zeringue: (228) 533-7643 juniorsonfire@hotmail.com
Web Address: www.westhancockfirerescue.org
Description: Small program with a new director.
Missouri
Theodosia Area Volunteer Fire Department Theodosia, MO 65761
Tom Vantol: (417) 273-5466 wallyvicky@hotmail.com
Description: Junior receive bi-monthly training, including state and in-house training. Juniors are paired with seasoned firefighters routinely for mentoring and equipment operations. Juniors may not fight actual fires but may assist in non-hazardous tasks.
Warrenton Fire Protection District Warrenton, MO 63383
Michael Owenby: (636) 456-8935 wfpd1400@warrenton-fire.org
Web Address: www.warrenton-fire.org
New Florence Fire Protection District New Florence, MO 63363
Drewanna Schutte: (636) 359-3298 draroots1941@yahoo.com
Description: To learn at the side of an adult.
Cedar Hill Junior Fire Department Cedar Hill, MO 63016
Captain John Hutson: (636) 285-0434 chfpd@hotmail.com
Web Address: www.cedarhillfire.com
Description: The junior program is a teaching program of young people on all aspects for firefighting and fire prevention of the fire district. The young people are permitted as laws allow to participate in training sessions and actual emergency calls. Members are not permitted to enter into Haz Mat situations nor in areas of immediate fire attack of structures. Upon completion of the junior program they are moved at age 18 to a senior firefighter and permitted to participate as level of education achieved permits. The juniors are mostly an assist to the firefighters by bringing them requested equipment off of apparatus as needed and help in public relations events and trainings.
Pacific Fire Protection District Pacific, MO 63069
Gary Graf: (636) 257-3633 ggraf@pacificfire.org
Web Address: www.pacificfire.org
Description: The Pacific Fire Protection District sponsors Fire Explorer Post 2329. Explorer Programs are under the umbrella of the Boy Scouts of America Life Career Education Program. The programs provide a worksite based learning experience for young men and women who have completed eighth grade an encompasses persons aged 14 through 21. Our fire service Explorer post allows young people to have exposure to the fire service so that they may make an informed decision concerning their career path. Through participation in the Explorer program, individuals will gain personal confidence, learn to use various tools, develop mechanical skills and aptitude, and gain a greater awareness of personal and fire safety. They will also gain leadership skills and group inter-dynamic skills. The post meets twice monthly and offers a ride along program on the department’s fire apparatus.
Holt Community Fire Protection District Holt, MO 64048
Doug Hamilton: (816) 320-3612
Description: The program encourages those persons who are enrolled in high school and maintain as least a “C” average and are at least 14 years of age and who have not yet reached their 18th birthday to become involved in the fire service. Junior firefighters are encouraged to take part in activities at the fire stations and emergency incidents. Junior firefighters assume a support role at any incident to which they are allowed to respond.
Dixon Rural Fire Protection District Dixon, MO 65459
Dennis Lachowicz: (573) 759-6315 fireman_221@yahoo.com
Description: We start our juniors off with classroom Intro to the Fire Service and Essentials. Then we get them familiar with all the apparatus and equipment carried on them. Once through the classroom and familiarization of apparatus and equipment, we start their hands-on training with equipment. In this method, we find out where their interests and capabilities lie.
St. Louis Fire Department St. Louis, MO 63106
Captain Michael Richardson: (314)533-3406 richardsonm@stlouiscity.com
Web Address: http://stlouis.missouri.org/citygov/fire
Description: This is an after school program in partnership with the St. Louis Public Schools, the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department and St. Louis Community College-Forest Park.
New Bloomfield Fire Protection District New Bloomfield, MO 65063
Travis Bell: (573) 544-8398 newbloomfieldfire@hotmail.com
Description: Basic firefighter skills and preparation for the fire service.
Odessa Fire & Rescue Protection District Odessa, MO 64076
Nick LaBoube: (816) 633-1659 ofrpd@comcast.net
Description: Our program was developed to introduce young personnel to the fire service, and to give them the opportunity to learn a possible career. We work closely with the local school system to assure the juniors grades come first, so they can be part of the program and not effect their school work and grades. A number of our past junior members have gone to a full time career in the fire service, police, or other public service.
Johnson County Fire Protection District Warrensburg, MO 64093
Chief Larry Jennings ljennings@jcfpd.net
Description: The program encourages those persons who are at least fourteen years of age and who have not yet reached their eighteenth birthday to become involved in the fire service in Johnson County. Junior firefighters are encouraged to take part in activities at the fire stations and emergency incidents. Junior firefighters assume a support role at any incident to which they are allowed to respond. Members assist with many fire ground support activities as requested by the Incident Commander, public relations and department training.
Logan-Rogersville Fire Protection District Rogersville, MO 65742
Lt. Robert Talburt: (417) 753-4265 rtalburt@lrfire.org
Web Address: www.lrfire.org
Description: Our program is designed to give middle and high school students the chance to preview the fire service as a career. Many of our past members from the program have gone onto full time fire service or EMS careers. Cadets are allowed to participate in department activities and functions including emergency incidents, PR events, etc. Cadets are a great assistance in making our events successful.
Tipton Fire Department Tipton, MO 65081
Allen Williams: (660) 433-5666 jaw2568@embarqmail.com
Description: This program was started to encourage the youth of the community to become involved in the community. The members are required to maintain a C average in school. All juniors train along side of the adult members, with the exception of live burn trainings. The program is our best source of future firefighters. At the present time we have 6 firefighters that went through our junior program. We have 26 firefighters on the roster at this time. All juniors are encouraged to be active in school functions.
Cass Career Center Harrisonville, MO 64701
Jerry Pfister: (816) 380-3253 ext. 7813 pfisterj@harrisonville.K12.mo.us
Web Address: www.casscareercenter.com
Description: We train high school students to become certified firefighters and EMT-basics.
Millersville Rural Fire Protection District Millersville, MO 63766
Contact Info: (573) 243-1660 millersvillefire@juno.com
Web Address: www.showme.net/millersvillefire/
Description: As a junior firefighter, members serve in a support role for the senior firefighters at actual emergencies as a supplement to a formal training program. They attend monthly training drills geared to the junior program as well as participate in a majority of drills with the full department.
Kearney Fire & Rescue Protection District Kearney, MO 64060
Contact Info: (816) 628-4122 Rfort@kearneyfire.org
Web Address: kearneyfire.org/index.php
Description: The Junior Firefighters receive First Responder training, Intro to the Fire Service, as well as in house training. After they complete training and a checklist (performance evaluation), the Junior may stay overnight at the Fire Station and respond on Fire and EMS calls with Senior Firefighters. They take education seriously and a Junior must maintain a ""C"" average or they will be placed on suspension.
Lake Saint Louis Fire Protection District Lake St. Louis, MO 63367
Contact Info: (636) 561-9200 lslfire@lslfire.com
Program Web Address: www.lslfire.com/information/join.html
Web Address: www.lslfire.com
Description: Members train with the Lake Saint Louis firefighters and when they pass all requirements, they are allowed to respond to alarms and assist firefighters at actual emergency scenes.
Lanton Fire Department West Plains, MO 65775
Blake Bowers: (417) 257-2222 bbowers@mozarks.com
Holts Summit Fire Protection District Holts Summit, MO 65035
James Elliot: (573) 821-6692 sunshineholtssummit@yahoo.com
Description: All Cadets learn the basics of Firefighting and EMS. They are furnished uniform shirts and gear. The Cadets meet every other Monday evening and occasionally on Saturdays. These meetings are used to provide training to our future Firefighters of Holts Summit, or where ever they may go. One of the benefits with being a member of our Cadet program is that when the Cadet turns 18, they are given the opportunity to become Firefighters with our dept.
Montana
Stevensville Volunteer Fire Department Stevensville, MT 59870
Earl Dewey: (406) 550-1301 earldewey6@aol.com
Description: Cadets train along side of the firefighters as well as train as a cadet group.
Victor Volunteer Rural Fire Department Victor, MT 59875
Scott Hackett: (406) 642-3180 victorfd@cybernet1.com
Description: Cadet Firefighter Program at the Victor Rural Fire District.
Nebraska
North Bend Volunteer Fire Department North Bend, NE 68649
Richard King: (402) 652-8161 nbfd201@gpcom.net
Description: The North Bend Volunteer Fire Department Fire Cadet Program is designed to allow young men and women between the ages of 16 to 18 the opportunity to participate in a valuable community service and to explore a career in Firefighting and Emergency Medical Services. The Fire Cadet Program provides an opportunity for Fire Cadets to learn and build on North Bend Volunteer Fire Department’s values of teamwork, pride, professionalism and respect. The program emphasizes these values and also teaches leadership, responsibility and community volunteerism.
Ralston Volunteer Fire Department Ralston, NE 68127
Fire Chief Kyle Ienn: (402) 578-3527 rvfd101@cox.net
Web Address: www.cityofralston.com/fire
Program Web Address: www.freewebs.com/rvfd/
Description: Firefighter Explorer Program
Schuyler Fire Department Schuyler, NE 68661
Dr. Craig Jacobus: (402) 352-5407 firemen@schuylerfire.com
Web Address: www.schuylerfire.com
Description: The program trains the junior firefighters in all aspects of basic firefighting and safety. Cadets do NOT enter fire building but assist with all other aspects of fire service.
Nevada
East Fork Fire and Paramedic Districts Minden, NV 89423Toni Braga: (775) 782-9040 tbraga@co.douglas.nv.us
Program Web Address: http://effpd.co.douglas.nv.us/FirePrevention/Cadets.html
Web Address: http://effpd.co.douglas.nv.us
Description: The Fire Cadet Program is a highly visible, positive force within the community setting role models and educating area youth, as well as the community at large, about careers in the firefighting and emergency medical service industry.
New Hampshire
Pittsfield Fire Department Explorer Post #330 Pittsfield, NH 03263
James Girard: (603) 435-6807 rb9jimmy@yahoo.com
Web Address: www.pittsfield-nh.com
Description: We are part of the Exploring for Life Program. The Pittsfield Fire Explorer Post is part of the Pittsfield Fire Department.
Lancaster Fire Department Lancaster, NH 03584
Joe Boemig: (603) 788-3221 vtems30@yahoo.com
Web Address: www.lancasternh.org
Description: The BSA explorer program was established by the Boy Scouts Of America to allow the youth who are interested in a career in EMS or the Fire Department to work under an advisor. Our program was originally an EMS service, which soon spread to allow Explorers to respond on fire calls. Explorers are required to achieve at least a "C" average in school, and have to be at least 14 years of age and graduated the Eighth grade.
Lempster Fire and Rescue Lempster, NH 03605
Mario Cusanelli: (603) 863-6375 MCusanelli@dimatix.com
Description: Our goal is to teach them the FF 1 program at a modified level, so when they are eligible, they can move into the fire academy with an advantage.
New Jersey
Hillsborough Volunteer Fire Company Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Mike Murphy: (908) 281-7047 bklyn1987@aol.com
Description: To bring in young men and women into the fire service at the age of 16 or 17 as a junior firefighter, with the hope that with our guidance they will graduate to the next level (at the age of 18) to a full member of the fire service.
Collings Lakes Volunteer Fire Department Collings Lakes, NJ 08094
Randy Knapp: (609) 561-9614 gjshadow23@yahoo.com
Genevieve Whitcraft: (609) 561-9614
Web Address: www.clfd.org
Description: Junior firefighters are trained in all fire ground aspects with the exception of actual extinguishment. They are familiarized with all related equipment, their uses and location on the apparatus. The Junior Firefighter must maintain at least a “C” average in their studies and show the advisor their report card every semester. The fire department then gives the Junior Firefighter the opportunity to attend the local County Fire Academy’s Junior Firefighter program to prepare them to become senior firefighters and attend the Fire Academy. After passing an extensive test based on tool names, uses, and apparatus location, the Junior Firefighter is then permitted to respond on actual fire calls during non-school hours before 9pm on school nights. At the scene, the cadet is permitted to act as a “go for”, getting and setting up any necessary equipment (i.e. scene lighting, pike poles, etc.) The cadet may also assist the senior firefighters with the break down, donning and doffing of their SCBA. The cadet is also welcome to attend the fire department drill nights every Tuesday and participate when conditions permit. The program also has separate drills once every month.
Moorestown Fire Department Moorestown, NJ 08057
Richard Bickmore: (856) 234-4193 rickbickmore@moorestown.nj.us
Web Address: www.moorestownfire.org
Description: Junior program for 16-18 year olds who wish to expand their knowledge of firefighting and emergency services.
Burlington Township Fire Department Burlington Township, NJ 08016
Anthony Correia: (609) 239-5849 apcorr@aol.com
Web Address: www.btfd.org
Description: Junior members participate in all functions of the fire department within legal boundaries.
Mahwah Fire Department Mahwah, NJ 07430
Michael Drozd: (201) 529-5757 x238 mdrozd@mahwahtwp.org
Description: To familiarize young people with the roles performed on the fire ground. Give participants the ability to size up firematic situations. Equip them with the physical and mental tools to abate these situations with maximum effectiveness while exposing them to the minimum life hazard. Educate in the traditions of the emergency services community.
Sergeantsville Volunteer Fire Company Sergeantsville, NJ 08557
Sean Conway: (908) 782-4123 sergfire47@paymedia.net
Web Address: www.sergeantsville.org
Description: The Junior Firefighter Program at the Sergeantsville Volunteer Fire Company is a firematic training organization for members aged 16-17. It is designed for those individuals who aspire to be active members upon reaching the age of 18. The junior members are trained in areas including fire behavior, firefighter safety, and the use of firefighting equipment. The mission of the program is to educate junior firefighters in both the formal and practical areas of firefighting so that when they reach the age of 18, they will be prepared for active firefighting duties.
Minotola Fire Company Minotola, NJ 08341
Chief Scott Welsh: (856) 498-9492 aswelsh2201@verizon.net
Description: Junior firefighters are there to help assist the firefighters on calls and at drills. They attend the monthly meetings and drills to fully learn and gain the knowledge of what they will need to know in the future.
Demarest Fire Department Demarest, NJ 07627
Mike Ceccon: (201) 768-0338 mceccon@demarestfire.org
Web Address: www.demarestfire.org
Description: The junior fire department (auxiliary) was implemented to supply supplemental manpower and assistance to the fire department.
Hampton Township Volunteer Fire & Rescue Augusta, NJ 07822
Ray Semeraro: (862) 268-2893 lorodd43@aol.com
Web Address: www.htvfd.org
Description: The Junior Fire Fighter’s Program of Hampton Township Fire and Rescue Inc, is a youth organization sponsored by the Hampton Township Fire and Rescue Inc, Hampton Township New Jersey, is designated as the chartered organization. Hampton Township Fire & Rescue, Inc. will manage the Fire Explorer Program.. This Junior fire fighter’s program is composed of active members of Hampton Township Fire & Rescue, Inc. The Chief of Hampton Township Fire & Rescue, Inc. has ultimate control and charge of all emergency and non-emergency operations and activities involving apparatus and equipment operated by Hampton Township Fire & Rescue, Inc. Our mission is to provide an opportunity for motivated young men and women between the ages of 14 and 17 to develop leadership, teamwork and responsibility skills while exploring the firefighting profession. Fire Exploring gives young people valuable insight into the firefighting profession. This insight will allow the individual to decide whether or not he or she desires to pursue a greater role in the fire service. By participating in the Junior Fire Fighter’s Program, the individual will gain personal confidence, learn to use various tools, develop mechanical skills and aptitude. They will gain a greater awareness of personal and fire safety as well as the day-to-day operation of a volunteer fire company. We hope to instill a lifelong desire in each Junior, make training and education an ongoing process and to be a contributing and helpful member of their community through either volunteering or career choice.
Spring Lake Heights Independent Fire Co. #1 Spring Lake Heights, NJ 07762
Department Captain: (732) 449-5525 lineofficers@slhfd.org
Web Address: www.slhfd.org
Description: Junior firefighter training to prepare area youth for life and firefighting when they are of age.
Hopelawn Engine Company #1 Hopelawn, NJ 08861
Fire Chief: (732) 442-0171 hecofficers@aol.com
Description: The Hopelawn Engine Company #1 Junior Firefighter program is open to young men and women between the ages of 14 to 18. The program has been in place since 2000 and currently has 10 active members. The Department supplies the training, equipment, and leadership needed for them to develop into strong, respectful, and productive, active members in the future. Our Junior Firefighter Corps conducts their own meetings and, when of sufficient members, elects Executive and Line Officer staff, which helps to promote inter-personal and organizational development skills. Their main function is as a training group where they are allowed to participate in drills and learn fire-fighting skills under direct supervision of a certified Fire Service Instructor. In addition to firematic and EMS training, other required classes given by the department are SCBA fit-testing, HazMat Awareness, I-100, and IS-700. The topics “Community Right To Know”, “CPR/AED” and “Blood Borne Pathogens” are provided as an annual refresher training. Members are trained in all areas of basic firematics including hydrant operation, supply and attack hose lines, air packs, ladders, and retrieving equipment from the apparatus. Upon successful completion of classroom training and demonstrating learned proficiencies, Juniors become eligible to participate in the apparatus ride-along program. They are allowed to respond to calls until 10pm on school nights and 11pm on weekends and when there is no school. On the fireground, they generally remain with the Apparatus Operator until directed by the OIC to provide support in assisting the senior members with a number of different tasks. They are not permitted to enter to be too close to any actual fire scene. They are not allowed to respond to HazMat calls although they are trained for emergency procedures should one present itself. They must maintain a minimum C average in school and the program’s advisors check with parents to make sure they are maintaining their level of schoolwork and family obligations. They are also entitled to participate in all Company and community based functions and programs.
Hopatcong Fire Department Hopatcong, NJ 07843
Michael Rahill: (973) 398-0062 dambrosi@aol.com
Description: The Hopatcong Fire Department started in 1996 and was first staffed by children of active firefighters. Since then, the program has grown significantly. Persons between the ages of 16 and 18 may join and participate in firefighter training, limited firefighter operations, equipment upkeep and maintenance and learn much about today’s fire service by working alongside active duty firefighters in the borough of Hopatcong.
Glendola Fire Company Wall, NJ 07719
Michael Burr: (732) 681-0906 blueandred@optonline.net
Web Address: www.glendolafd.com
Description: We train young adults about firefighting and about giving back to the community by volunteering their time for various community functions.
Totowa Fire Department Totowa, NJ 07512
Chief Vincent Marciano: (973) 956-8644 vinnymar@aol.com
Description: Members attend in-house training drills to learn techniques needed to extinguish fires. During fires, they assist with accountability, dispatch duties, and rehab duties. They have become a valued asset during incidents.
Town Bank Fire Company Cape May, NJ 08204
Anthony Franco: (609) 780-2415 donton97@comcast.net
Web Address: www.townbankfire.com
Description: Through training from experienced firefighters and officers, the juniors learn/train on out SOP/SOG’s and everyday happenings of the fire service.
Atlantic Highlands Fire Department Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716
Martin Hawley: (732) 904-5510 hawleym4@verizon.net
Description: The objective of the Atlantic Highlands Fire Department Junior Firefighters shall be to assist and support the Atlantic Highlands Fire Department in all aspects of its operations.
Hanover Township Fire District No. 2 Whippany, NJ 07981
Whippany Fire Department
Joseph Cortright: (973) 887-3906 jcortright@whippanyfire.com
Web Address: www.whippanyfire.com
Description: The program that we have in our department is a very relaxed program. The juniors are not required to hold a percentage because we believe that their school work is more important. They are only allowed to respond to emergencies between the hours of 6am and 10pm. We are in constant contact with their guidance counselors, making sure that they are passing their classes. The training that they receive is hands-on with a one-on-one approach.
Lebanon Fire Company Lebanon, NJ 08833
Albert Bross IV: (908) 236-2792 sta18fire@yahoo.com
Web Address: www.18fire.org
Description: Our program is designed to offer youths interested in becoming involved with the fire service as adults the motivation, education and respect involved with doing so. We supply the appropriate PPE, training and leadership necessary to develop strong, respectful and informed junior firefighters.
Middletown Township Volunteer Fire Dept. Middletown, NJ 07748
Anthony Domalewski: (732) 787-5573 tonydmtf@verizon.net
Web Address: www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/5656/
Description: Junior firefighters have their own meetings, classroom training, participate with full turnout gear, practical training within the guidelines of OSHA and the Boy Scouts rules and regulations. After 6 months with the organization, they are assigned to a fire company near their home where they can participate in the ride along program and to learn how a fire company operates.
Stafford Township Volunteer Fire Company #1 Manahawkin, NJ 08050
George Lander: (609) 597-2138 fire@twp.stafford.nj.us
Web Address: station47.com
Wood Ridge Fire Department Wood Ridge, NJ 07075
Tony Gentile: (201) 939-2387 ajgwrfd34@aol.com
Web Address: www.wrfd.org
Description: Junior Fire Department consisting of 16 thru college age members performing fire and EMS operations under the guidelines for junior members.
Upper Saddle River Junior Fire Brigade Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
Todd McMichael:(201) 327-4343 toddmcmichael@yahoo.com
Web Address: www.usrfd.org
Description: To provide 16 and 17 year olds an opportunity to train for future fire service involvement and to serve their community. This is accomplished through drills and classroom instruction.
Cassville Vol. Fire Company #1 Jackson, NJ 08527
Chief John I. Alchevsky: (732) 928-3054 johnalchevsky@cassvillefire.org
Web Address: www.cassvillefire.org
Description: The Cassville Vol. Fire Company Junior Firefighter Corps program is open to young men and women between the ages of 16 to 18. The program has been in place since 1975 dependent upon membership levels and currently has 3 active members. Juniors are eligible to become ride-along members, if the capacity of the Apparatus cab allows it. The juniors are primarily a training group and are there to obtain the necessary knowledge and training necessary for them to become full and productive firefighters upon reaching the age of 18. They are also entitled to participate in all Company and community based functions and programs. Our Junior Firefighter Corps, when of sufficient members, also has an Executive and Line Officer staff, which promotes inter-personal and organizational development skills. They are permitted to participate (to a degree) in drills and instruction, but are not permitted to enter or participate within actual emergency scenes. They generally remain with the Apparatus Operator, unless directed otherwise by the IC.
Ocean Fire Co. #1 Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
Capt. Bill Leonard: (732) 892-9426 oceanfire1@verizon.net
Web Address: www.ofc1.org
Description: Juniors are trained in basic firematic skills, first aid, CPR, and assist senior members at the fire scene. They also assist with fire prevention activities and fundraisers and compete in our local junior/explorer firefighting competitions.
Adelphia Fire Company Adelphia, NJ 07710
Contact Info: (732) 462-8846 juniors@adelphiafire.com
Web Address: www.adelphiafire.com
Description: The Adelphia Fire Company Junior Firefighter program is open to young men and women between the ages of 14 to 18. The program has been in place since 1986 and currently has 15 active members. Once a junior reaches the age of 16 years of age, they are eligible to become ride-along members. If there is room in the cab of the fire unit, they are allowed to ride along and assist the driver. They must remain with the driver. The juniors serve mainly as a training group to inculcate the young people with the necessary knowledge and organizational values needed to become full and productive members as soon as they become 18 years of age. Besides training they also participate in many community programs such as the "ACBC Program" Aluminum Cans for Burned Children. The junior firefighters collect and recycle aluminum cans and all proceeds collected are donated to the Burn Center at Saint Barnabas.
Flemington Fire Department Flemington, NJ 08822
Captain Debbi Gilmartin: (908) 782-5151 firewoman_49@yahoo.com
Web Address: www.flemingtonfire.org
Description: Juniors are allowed to participate in drills and training to learn fire-fighting skills. They are not permitted to enter or be too close to any actual fires, they cannot do traffic details, or run hazmat calls. They can attend meetings, but have no voting rights and are to be supervised at all times. They are allowed to respond to calls until 10PM on school nights and 11PM on weekends and when there is no school. They have to keep at least a C average in school and we check with the parents to make sure they are maintaining their level of schoolwork and family obligations.
Merrick FD Merrick, NJ 11566
Howard Callman: (516) 223-1501 Hcallman@merrickfd.org
Web Address: www.merrickfd.org
Description: Meet two times per month and optional attendance every Thursday night for company work detail where we wash rigs and train.
Community Fire Co. #1 – Wayne Fire Department Wayne, NJ 07470
Barry Turner: (973) 694-0218 turnerb@waynetownship.com
Description: As a Junior Firefighter, members serve in a support role for the senior firefighters at actual emergencies as a supplement to a formal training program. The Junior Firefighters will attend monthly training drills alongside the full Department.
Elmwood Park Fire Department Elmwood Park, NJ 07407
Philip Cheski: (201) 796-3898 Pcheski1@hotmail.com
Description: Junior firefighter program allows 4 members between the ages of 16-18 to belong to each of four fire companies. They train with the company, complete a FF1 course at the Bergen County Fire Academy, and assist their company at fire scenes in a non-suppression role. They can respond to the scene via their personal vehicle, in a non-emergency response, or on a departmental vehicle.
Fairlawn Fire Company #3 Fair Lawn, NJ
Contact Info: msalvini@rmscomm.net
Web Address: www.fairlawnfireco3.com
Description: Pass a medical exam and be in good physical condition. Be able to perform simple fire ground tasks. Be able to attend the Junior Firefighter program given through the Bergen County Fire Academy. Other required classes given by the department are Right to Know and Blood Borne Pathogens.
Haworth Fire Department Haworth, NJ 07641
Matthew Carey: (201) 384-1836 matthewwcarey@yahoo.com
Carteret Volunteer Fire Department Carteret, NJ 07008
Chief John Schon: (732) 541-5809 vff@carteret.net
Green Knoll Fire Company Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Robert Resker: (908) 268-7754 robert.resker@gkfc.org
Web Address: www.gkfc.org
Description: Our junior firefighters are shown pre-basic firefighting skills. At the age of 16 and completion of set classes, the juniors can ride calls.
Hawthorne Fire Department Hawthorne, NJ 07506
Joe Longo: (973) 332-4931 Joel@woodsrestoration.com
Web Address: www.hawthornefire.org
Description: The department's program has expanded to include 3 local townships, adding additional junior recruitment resources to the program.
Mountain Lakes Volunteer Fire Department Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
Capt. Joe Mullaney: (973) 394-1094 captjoem@optonline.net
Web Address: www.mlvfd.com
Description: The main function of the MLJFD is to assist the senior members with a number of different tasks. JFD members are trained in all areas of basic firematics including hydrant operation, different types of hose lines, air packs, ladders, and retrieving equipment from the apparatus. JFD members respond to calls 24/7 and are issued pagers. The MLJFD was ranked #1 nationally by the Volunteer Insurance Service in 2003.
Lodi Fire Department Lodi, NJ 07644
Chief Greg Telep: (973) 332-1336 FDFLICKER@aol.com
Web Address: www.LODIFIRE.com
West Trenton Volunteer Fire Company 1 West Trenton, NJ 08628
Chief Ralf Brandmaier: (609) 883-0336 Ralfb2@verizon.net
New Mexico
Midway Fire & EMS Dexter, NM 88230
Rebekah Cox: (575) 626-2967 midwayfire_ems@hotmail.com
Description: We teach the importance of community service, as well as the same training and fire principles as our adult firefighters, as well as First Responder and EMT-B. Our juniors are not allowed to enter burning structures, but are allowed to do most everything else. They are paired up with an officer or an experienced senior firefighter who is responsible to mentor the juniors.
New York
Harpursville Fire Department Harpursville, NY 13787
Ronald Buckler: (607) 693-2307 blue43light@tds.net
Web Address: www.harpursvillefiredepartment.com
Miller Hose Fire Company Newfane, NY 14108
Michael Mills: (716) 830-8806 lab4452@aol.com
Description: Junior firefighters get to participate in drills, learning how to operate equipment, and learn how to handle fire situations and also participate in fire company functions and fund raising activities.
Monroe-Lakeside Fire Rescue Monroe, NY 10949
Chief Tom Carton: (845) 806-6538 tjc3012@optonline.net
Web Address: www.monroe-lakesidefirerescue.com
Description: All members must attend Firefighter I and be certified NYS firefighters. They act in scene support but cannot be an interior firefighter until they reach 18. They train and are treated as regular firefighters.
North Side Fire Company Geneva, NY 14456
Chief Daniel Beckers: (315) 789-0805
Description: Our Junior Firefighters are a very important part in securing dedicated firefighters for the future. This program is designed to help kids do their best in school AND in their life. Junior Firefighters are very active in the department, responding to emergencies and helping to the best of their abilities under the direction of a department line officer. This gives young adults a hands-on feeling in the department. The Junior Firefighters are very valued in our department.
Hilton Fire Department Hilton, NY 14468
Jim Hare: (585) 392-6684 explorers@hiltonfd.org
Web Address: www.hiltonfd.org
Description: Explorers Program
Ripley Hose Company Ripley, NY 14775
Roy Fletcher: (716) 736-6907
Description: Explorer Post 271. Junior firefighters are taught first aid along with fire techniques.
Wantagh Fire Department Explorer Post #690 Wantagh, NY 11793
Bill Gilmore: (516) 785-0180 bill.gilmor@wantaghfd.com
Web Address: www.wantaghfiredept.com
Description: The Junior /Explorer program was established in 1998 accepting members between 14 and 18 years of age, to aid in the recruitment and retention of members. They meet weekly during the school year (September thru June), and elect one Captain and two Lieutenants each year and are overseen by adult leaders and a Chief Officer. The program we have developed follows the departments probationary course comprising of class room and hands on training, involving all Engine and Truck Operations and SOP’s. In addition, the Juniors train in EMS and become CPR and Basic First Aid certified. The Juniors also take trips to the Nassau County Fire Service Academy, area airports, fire related shows, etc. During the summer months they train and compete in drills in Nassau , Suffolk and Putnam Counties and attend and march in several parades with the members of the department. Throughout the year they are at times called upon to assist the Department, Ladies Auxiliary and Companies as needed for training, drills and fire prevention. They are not permitted to respond to or operate at the scene of alarms. Upon their 18th birthday they are encouraged to join the department as a firefighter or firemedic. Should they desire to join the department they are exempt from some of the required probationary training as they have completed most of the training over the past several years. We have instituted a successful program with the assistance of the members and officers of the department. Most of the juniors members join the department unless they are attending school out of the area after their graduation from high school.
Johnsonville Volunteer Fire Company Johnsonville, NY 12094
Terri Ryan: (518) 753-6909 firechicklt19@yahoo.com
Description: Fire Service Exploring Program is a worksite-based program designed to help youths gain insight and hands-on career experience for young men and women interested in pursuing a career in the fire service.
Stockton Volunteer Fire Company Stockton, NY 14784
Gloria Burke: (716) 485-6137 burke@chautcofire.org
Description: Junior firefighters train in the same manner as regular active members with some restrictions due to their age. The program is intended to inspire confidence and knowledge in the juniors to achieve their goals and advance into the ranks of the fire service.
Bethpage Fire Department Bethpage, NY 11714
Frank Ceglio: (516) 931-2660 fceglio.bfdjr@yahoo.com
Web Address: www.bethpagefd.com
Description: Explorer Program, intensively train in all firematic, rescue, and EMS skills. Participate in fire prevention and community service programs.
Empire Hose Company #3 Merrick, NY 11566
Matthew Field: (516) 378-3633 mfield@merrickfd.org
Web Address: www.merrickfd.org
Description: Empire Hose Company #3’s Junior Firefighter program consists of highly dedicated, mature, and driven 13-17 year olds looking to give back to the community in which they are a part of. They are self-governed with advisors to guide them. They train with our company in preparation of becoming a class “A” firefighter upon turning 18 years of age. They have monthly meetings and participate in company functions including parades and fire prevention. They are an integral part of the company and most join the department.
Snyder Fire Department Snyder, NY 14226
Chief Thomas Merrill: (716) 570-1160 chief@snyderfd.com
Web Address: www.snyderfd.com
Description: Our junior firefighter program began way back in 1922 and is open to young adults between the ages of 16 and 18. Our junior members are called Torch Boys, a term reflecting the rich heritage and history of the American fire service. In the days of horse drawn fire apparatus, Torch Boys would light the way, running in front of the horse carrying a torch. In fact, in some of the legendary Currier and Ives fire paintings, Torch Boys can be seen running along with the horses and apparatus. We continue to use the term Torch Boy today out of respect for the past, but our program also accepts and encourages female members as well. Our “Torch Boy” junior firefighter program has been tremendously successful over the years. In fact, six of our Torch Boys have gone on to become the chief of our department. The program is very finely structured. The Torch Boys’ main responsibility is to keep the fire apparatus in a clean and orderly state. But, at the same time, they participate in all our department’s emergency calls and training drills. Because they are recognized as firefighters, they are eligible to take all New York State training classes and complete national certification in the New York State Firefighting I course. Their activities, however, are closely monitored and controlled. They are not allowed to actually enter a burning structure, operate hydraulic and power tools and have other firehouse restrictions placed on them due to their age. However, when they reach their 18th birthday, they are promoted to full firefighter, and our department immediately gains a well trained and certified interior structural firefighter. I have personally witnessed the success of this program over they years. It is a great program for young adults to get involved in. At an age when they are easily influenced and tempted to participate in many different activities, it gives them great role models to look up to (police officers, teachers, bankers, successful business people among others within our department), teaches the importance and benefits of community service and offers them a great place to hang out during their idle time. In one case, our department took in a young adult experiencing some problems at home. This young man became so involved in the department and so enjoyed being a firefighter, he decided that’s what he wanted as a career and is today a paid firefighter in a nearby community. Like all volunteer fire service providers, we could use more help. The grant money would help us advertise our program to our local high school students and hopefully entice more of them to join. The scholarship opportunities would certainly add to the other incentives for them joining up. We would plan to more aggressively market our program and also participate in school programs at all grade levels to help create more awareness of it.
Hutchinson Hose Company Williamsville, NY 14221
James Zymanek: (716) 631-7121 jzymaned@amherst.ny.us
Web Address: www.hutchinsonhose.com
Description: Our program has been set up to provide us with an additional pool of potential firefighters who can attend training and become prepared so when they reach the age of 18, they are ready to be fully trained firefighters. For now, they participate in drills, fire prevention program events, meetings and work details. They are also being trained as scene support staff for use on the fireground.
Bloomingburg Fire Company Bloomingburg, NY 12721
Robert Cole: (845) 733-7745 r-cole@dealeremail.com
Description: We accept Junior Firefighters from the age of 16, to provide them with a learning process to bring them to full qualifications by the age of 18. This program has helped us to start and keep some of our more experienced firemen over the years.
Collins Junior Firefighters Collins, NY 14034
Eric Strickfaden: (716) 532-5531 eps43@aol.com
Description: The Collins Junior Firefighter program is aimed at providing teens, males and females between 14 and 19 years of age in the Collins area, with a hands-on view of the fire service. It is the goal of this program to teach responsibility, camaraderie, teamwork, and leadership while preparing the Junior Firefighter member for full membership in a fire department at the age of 18, if that members so desires to do so.
Belmont Fire Company Belmont, NY 14813
Beth Hand: (585) 268-7042 Topper63@localnet.com
Description: Explorer Program founded by Boy Scouts Expl;orer. Most programs in Allegany County are like this.
Elmont Fire Department Explorer Post #709 Elmont, NY 11003
Richard Balsan: (516) 354-4560 davidr293@elmontfd.com
Web Address: www.elmontfd.com
Description: Explorer Post #709. Members meet twice a month conducting one business meeting and one hands-on drill with a firefighting unit.
St. Johnsburg Fire Company, Inc. North Tonawanda, NY 14120
Sean Gibson: (716) 225-3131 tcasm7a@yahoo.com
Web Address: www.stjohnsburg.com
Description: The St. Johnsburg Fire Company, Inc. adopted a “Junior Firefighter” program in late 2001 to aid in our recruitment and retention efforts. The goal of the program was to get new members into the organization, that could complete all required fire training prior to starting college. In New York, the state allows for people 16 years and older to participate in fire suppression and rescue operations, and complete training in such fields. The only restriction for these members are they are only exterior firefighters until their 18th birthday, and they cannot operate any machinery (vehicles, Jaws of Life, etc.) Since this program was instituted, we have taken in 14 active junior firefighters with some years the active junior firefighters accounting upwards of 50% of the new members taken in for that year. We have instituted a very successful program, which our department, and community as a whole, has benefited from.
Tribes Hill Volunteer Fire Department Tribes Hills, NY 12177
(518) 829-7222 junior_fire_rescue@yahoo.com
Description: This program is intended to promote recruitment of younger individuals. Juniors will train on Tuesday nights and Wednesday nights. The Junior Department will function like a department within the Tribes Hill Volunteer Fire Department.
Garden Firefighters Explorer Post 150 Garden City Park, NY 11040
James Roth: (516) 741-2718 jroth@gcpfire.org
Web Address: www.gcpfire.org
Description: GCPFD Juniors have their own scheduled fire and EMS training run by advisors that will prepare them for transition to full-time membership when they turn 18. They also have their own monthly meeting which is run by their officers. Juniors also participate in other department activities such as fire prevention and public education.
Woodbury Fire Department Highland Mills, NY 10930
Chief Dominick Prozzillo highlandmillsfireco@frontiernet.net
Silver Creek Volunteer Fire Department Silver Creek, NY 14136
Jeffrey L Griewisch: (716) 934-4523 griewisch@verizon.net
Description: Our Explorer program familiarizes boys and girls to the fire dept. After two years of being an active member of the Explorer program, these boys and girls may choose to join the fire dept., and becoming an active member as a Jr. FF.
Mattydale Junior Fire Department Mattydale, NY 13211
Robert Whitehead: (315) 454-0090 mjfd35@gmail.com
Web Address: www.myspace.com/mjfd35
Description: The Mattydale Junior Fire department is a program that is dedicated to the education and evolution of training of youths interested in pursuing futures in either the volunteer or career fire service. The program instructs individuals in the basic procedures involved in all aspects of firefighting, from interior and exterior based operations, salvage and rescue operations, extrication and station safety, to EMS portions including, but not limited to gaining American Heart Association qualifications in first aid and CPR including defibrillation.
Shawnee Volunteer FC Sanborn, NY 14132
Tom McNamara: (716) 731-3666
Web Address: www.shawneevfc.org
Description: Provide young men and women an opportunity to learn about fire service. We provide training on meeting and drill nights and they also train with men and women of the fire department.
Bergen Fire Department Bergen, NY 14416
Captain Garrett Dean: (585) 494-2100 gmdean@rochester.rr.com
Web Address: www.bergenfire.com
Description: Bergen Fire Explorers help out around the fire hall with assigned task like truck checks on our smaller vehicles (grass truck and the squad) and also on the fire scenes changing bottles and getting equipment.
Hauppauge Fire Department Hauppauge, NY 10017
Tim Harten: (516) 852-3965 mta356@yahoo.com
Description: Provide training to young members of the community in Fire Fighting, Leadership, Civic Duty, and Teamwork.
Rapids Volunteer Fire Company Lockport, NY 14094
Paul Ast: (716) 434-4502 emtcic@yahoo.com
Program Web Address: http://rvfcvc3219.tripod.com
Web Address: www.rapidsfirecompany.com
Description: A Venture Crew through the Iroquois Trail Council in Lockport, NY. We accept members between the ages of 14-21. The kids train with the men and women in the Rapids Volunteer Fire Company in Lockport. They get a knowledge of both EMS & firefighting technology.
Warrensburg Volunteer Fire Company Warrensburg, NY 12885
Chief Justin Hull: (518) 623-9766 chief@warrensburgfiredept.org
Web Address: www.warrensburgfirecompany.com
Hicksville Fire Department Hicksville, NY
Asst. Director Jeffrey O’Toole: (516) 933-6444 jotoole@hicksvillefd.com
Web Address: www.hicksvillefd.com
Description: Active Explorer Program, intensively train in all firematic, rescue and EMS skills. Compete in firematic tournaments. Participate in fire prevention and community service programs.
Lake Shore Junior Volunteer Fire Company Hamburg, NY 14075
Chief Paul Wilson: (716) 627-3522 chief@lakeshorefire.com
Web Address: www.lakeshorefire.com
Description: Members participate in a wide variety of fire and EMS training opportunities. They also participate in Fire Company fundraising efforts. The Members do not respond to incidents.
Alfred Station Fire Company Alfred Station, NY 14803
Contact Info: (607) 587-9201 info@alfredstationfirecompany.com
Program Web Address: www.alfredstationfirecompany.com/junior-firefighter
Web Address: www.alfredstationfirecompany.com
Description: Life for Learning Explorer Post
Mineola Fire Department Mineola, NY 11501
Gary Mazur: (516) 747-5860 chief@mineolafd.com
Web Address: www.mjfd.org
Program Web Address: www.mineolafd.com/mjfd.html
Description: Activities include: fire prevention, training, fire calls, radio room, cascade system, on-scene support, parades, and field trips.
Sir William Johnson Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. Johnstown, NY 12095
Asst. Chief Lee Hulbert: (518) 762-1220 lhulbert@nycap.rr.com
Description: We will take up to a maximum of 15 junior members, with the junior members electing 1 lieutenant for every 6 members. Members will be trained on our equipment and be allowed to participate at emergency scenes, but not be able to enter the danger zones. The junior members do not need to be residents of our district, but when they turn 18 they would then need to leave our department and continue with a department in their own district. Members of our own district will be able to become a regular active member of the department.
Jericho Fire Department Jericho, NY 11753
Julia Bracco: (516) 931-0398 Jfd424@aol.com
Web Address: www.jerichofd.com
Description: The Juniors started out as a group of kids meeting once a month, which is now being expanded. The program gets the kids involved in their community.
Depew Fire Department Depew, NY 14043
Tim Michaels: (716) 681-9046 explorers@depewfire.org
Program Web Address: www.depewfire.org/explorers.htm
Description: Explorers in this post hold regular meetings on the 4th Monday of each month at 7PM at our Brewster Street station. Explorers also hold annual fundraisers and take occasional trips to fire service trade shows, other fire departments, and fire museums. Explorers must maintain passing grades in school. Explorers may hold offices in the post and train as a group, reviewing the department's equipment and practicing firefighting skills in a safe environment. Explorers are taught the basics of firefighting by fully certified members of our department. Explorers are always invited and encouraged to take part in department sponsored activities, such as parades and family picnics.
By beginning in this program, the participants upon reaching the age of 18 are very prepared to become full active members of the fire department.
Metropolitan Fire Siny, NY 10305
Asst. Richard Larson: (718) 608-9533 MFA6112@si.rr.com
Web Address: www.metro-fire.org
Description: A full hands-on training program including CPR / First aid, Brush Fire Fighting & Training, Water & Ice Rescues, SCBA, Ladders, Hose Training, Knots, Repelling, and Fire Tool Training. We are post 'Crew 185".
Island Park Fire Department Island Park, NY 11558
Jason Cruz: (516) 431-0154 STLCURTAIN26@aol.com
Description: Our program consists of training (hose line, searches, ladders, extinguishers, teamwork, leadership skills) and familiarization of the fire service. Our explorers are being taught the ins and outs of the fire service through training as well as participating in parades and various department functions. We are post 220.
Oswego Town FD Oswego, NY 13126
Greg Herrmann: (315) 343-2030 herrmanngreg@mac.com
Web Address: www.otvfd.com
North Carolina
Maiden Fire Department Maiden, NC 28650
Danny Hipps: (828) 428-5028 dlhipps@duke-energy.com
Description: Our program is designed to help those interested youth in our community gain an interest in the fire service by participating in our department and taking classes that give them a good working base knowledge of our department and the fire service in general.
Parkwood Volunteer Fire Department Durham, NC 27713
Daniel Berndt: (919) 361-0927 cadets@pvfd.com
Web Address: www.pvfd.com
Description: The Parkwood VFD Cadet Program is a combined Junior Firefighter/Explorer Post group that serves teens ages 14-18 years old. We are a Fire, Rescue, Paramedic-EMS and Hazmat oriented agency and offer lifetime skills and learning opportunities for this age group in hopes of establishing a foundation of lifelong community service either as career or volunteer professional.
Yanceyville Road Volunteer Fire Department Reidsville, NC 27320
Johnny Bowles: (336) 255-9249 jbowles@yanceyvilleroadfd.org
Web Address: www.yanceyvilleroadfd.org
Program Web Address: www.yanceyvilleroadfd.org/jr.firefighter
Description: The Junior Firefighter program is implemented by the Yanceyville Road Volunteer Fire Department to recruit, educate, and guide the next generation of firefighters in the finest tradition of the fire service. Our goal is to prepare this generation to be safe, educated, and well-trained firefighters so that they can help serve and protect the community and other areas we serve. Our Junior Firefighter Program was established in 2004. We currently have six members that train with the firefighters and assist on the fire scene with canteen service, equipment retrieval, and other non-hazardous tasks.
Farmer Volunteer Fire Department Denton, NC 27239
Chief Tracy Boyles: (336) 857-2626 tboylesffd@rtmc.net
Description: At this time we are following the new guidelines the North Carolina Fire Marshal’s Office has recommended. Our Juniors attend weekly meetings like the regular firefighters attend. They participate in all classroom courses. The only hands-on training they receive is what the state guidelines will allow. They are allowed to respond to calls in a non-emergency mode. We allow them to work in safe zones that are established by state guidelines. We keep a strict check on their school grades. We see all intern and report cards. The juniors have to keep a C average or they will be suspended from all activities until their grades have been improved. The North Carolina Guidelines can be received from the NCDOI website.
Center Pigeon Volunteer Fire Department Canton, NC 28716
Johnny Pless: (828) 648-0810 centerpigeon@charter.net
Web Address: www.centerpigeonfire.org
Description: Juniors must have a valid driver’s license and they serve in a support role during incidents and training. They must have a waiver signed by the parent(s) or legal guardian prior to joining. They are never allowed to participate in any operations that are deemed dangerous. They are restricted to attending functions only when school is not in session and before 10PM on school days and 11PM on non-school days. They must certify with their school principal that they have a grade of a “C” or above in all of their classes prior to joining. They must maintain a grade of a “C” or above in every class each semester until graduation. Any member not maintaining their grades are suspended for the next semester or until their grades return to the minimum requirements. Any member dropping out of school can no longer participate in the junior program. Upon their 18th birthday, they may request to become a firefighter with the department. They are given preference above any other applications that may be open at that time.
Northwest Pocket Volunteer Fire Department Sanford, NC 27330
Lt. Charla Nance: (919) 776-5642 dnance@windstream.net
Description: We have had Juniors since our beginning and it has really worked well as we have had several that actually remained in the fire service and some that now work as career firefighters in the paid department in town. Allowing young members to be a member of the department as well as learn the structure of firefighting and getting as much certification training allowed, preparing them for the position of firefighter. However, they are not allowed to do actual live burn training. They are allowed to respond to fire calls and work well as tool totes and rehab folks and other less hazardous work. We do stress their regular schooling. Should the parent of the member come to us and advise that their grades at school are affected by his or her activities with the department, then they are removed as high school comes first.
Clemmons Fire Department Explorer Post 14 Clemmons, NC 27012
Michael King: (336) 766-4114 advisor@cfdexplorers.org
Program Address: www.cfdexplorers.org
Description: Mentoring young men and women through active participation in the fire service. Weekly meetings, combined with site visits, sponsored training opportunities, and basic scouting values exposes the future firefighter to the reality of becoming a firefighter.
Gamewell Volunteer Fire Department Lenoir, NC 28645
Keith Owens: (828) 758-2581 gfd@twave.net
Web Address: www.gamewellfire.com
Description: To assisting in training and preparing juniors for a career in firefighting or emergency service. Over 70% of our members have come through this program. We have had several who now work at paid departments, EMS, forest rangers and other fields of the emergency service. The program is open to both male and female students at West Caldwell High School. We are also an Explorer Post.
Cherryville Fire Department Cherryville, NC 28021
Chief Jeff Cash: (704) 435-1730 jcash@cityofcherryville.com
Web Address: www.cityofcherryville.com
Description: Junior member program designed to enhance recruitment. Junior members are restricted to limited activities.
Sea Level Fire & Rescue Sea Level, NC 28577
Steve Daniels: (252) 225-7721 sdaniels@sealevelfire-rescue.org
Description: Junior members attend department and community college training including Firefighter and EMT classes. Ride along on EMS/Fire calls gives the junior members valuable on the job training and exposure to our profession. We have had junior members pass the state EMT test before the age of 18 and they had to wait for their certification until after their 18 birthday. Many of our junior members have continued their EMT training on to the Paramedic level / FFII / Haz Mat / Rescue Tech. and also have become career Firefighter/EMT’s.
McGrady Volunteer Fire McGrady, NC 28649
Mike Lane: (336) 670-3946 K9Search8920@netscape.com
Description: Junior firefighter program for teens interested in the fire service
Pumpkin Center Volunteer Fire Department Inc. Jacksonville, NC 28546
Chuck Jefferson and Jim Lyons: (910) 455-9000 dragonslayer356@yahoo.com
Web Address: http://pumpkincentervfd.tripod.com
Description: Purpose is to give young adults in our community an understanding of the fire service and to train and retain future members. Our junior members participate in a majority of the training that our department conducts, along with other courses offered throughout the area. Juniors are required to remain in school and maintain at least a "C" in all classes.
Fair Grove Fire Department Thomasville, NC 27360
Kevin Sink: 336-472-7711 kevinsink@northstate.net
Program Web Address: http://www.fairgrovefire.net/stripes.html
Web Address: www.fairgrovefire.net
Description: Junior firefighter program allows youth to learn about the fire service and help their community. Juniors are permitted to respond to structure, brush, and rubbish fires in a support role only (rehab, retrieving equipment, etc.).
Drexel Fire Department Drexel, NC 28619
Capt. Rickey Rhoney: (828) 874-7421 psorhoney@embarqmail.com
Program Web Address: www.freewebs.com/drexeljuniors
Web Address: www.freewebs.com/drexelfire
Description: Train members about the fire service and how to be successful.
Harrisburg Fire Department Harrisburg, NC 28075
Captain Tim Wooten: (704) 455-3574 twooten@harrisburgfiredepartment.com
Program Web Address: www.harrisburgfiredepartment.com/juniors.htm
Web Address: www.harrisburgfiredepartment.com
Description: Education is the number one priority of the program. Junior Firefighters will learn leadership, teamwork, and communication skills, as well as building his or her confidence and self-esteem. Must be enrolled in school and maintain a ""C"" average.
Mineral Springs Volunteer Fire & Rescue, Inc. Winston Salem, NC 27105
Contact Info: (336) 767-0411 webmaster@msvfr18.com
Program Web Address: www.msvfr18.com/Join.html
Web Address: www.msvfr18.com
Description: If you live within 5 miles of the station, they are accepting applications for volunteer fire-rescue personnel. You can download the application on the website and drop it off at the station.
Mount Mourne Volunteer Fire Department Mooresville, NC 28115
Contact Info: (704) 892-1530 Jcampo@mmvfd.com
Program Web Address: www.mmvfd.com/Jrinfo.html
Web Address: www.mmvfd.com
Description: A junior must be involved in and attend at least 80% of all meetings and training exercises as well as complete a minimum of 45 training hours each year. Training will be divided between both classroom lessons and hands-on training. Must have and maintain a clean criminal background and consent to drug screening.
Half Moon Fire Department Jacksonville, NC 28540
Chief Greg Jeppson: (910).389-5155 mooner5@ec.rr.com
Web Address: www.hmvfd.org
Description: Many do what firefighters do on calls with the exception of any interior work.
Sloop Point Volunteer Fire Department Hampstead, NC 28443
Capt. Dan Bossio: (910) 470-6321 dbossio@slooppointfire.com
Web Address: www.slooppointfire.com
Warrenton Rural Volunteer Fire Department Warrenton, NC 27589
2nd Asst. Chief James E. Moody: (252) 257-3104 warrentonruralvfd@nc.rr.com
Description: Participating in the Fire Explorers Program as of June 1, 2007. Membership in program requires approval of Department's Board of Directors after application by candidate with parents signed approval. Program includes training in NFPA 1401 required FF1 classes. We will be following the NCDOI Junior Members Standard effective 01/01/08. At age 18, if training in NFPA 1401 completed, they move into regular department membership but still continue to participate in Explorers until 21.
Fairview Fire & Rescue Monroe, NC 28110
Chief Brian Austin: (704) 753-1021 aadkins@MSMLA.COM
Town of Columbus Fire Department Columbus, NC 28722
Chief G.M. Tennant: (828) 894-3667 gmtcfd@charter.net
Description: Junior firefighters are allowed to participate in the activities of the department and in training opportunities as prescribed by the Office of the State Fire Marshal-North Carolina Department of Insurance.
Ohio
Bloomfield Township Fire Department North Bloomfield, OH 44450
Roger Peterson: (440) 685-4637
Bellbrook Fire Department Bellbrook, OH 45305
Chief Scott Hall: (937) 848-3272 chief.hall@cityofbellbrook.org
Web Address: www.bellbrookfire.org
Description: The Bellbrook Fire Department Cadet Division was formed in 1978 to give young people from the Bellbrook Community a first hand look at what the fire department did. The Cadet Division was also formed to act as a recruiting tool for the Bellbrook Fire Department as well as the fire service in general. The Cadet Division has grown greatly since the 70's just as the fire service has. The Cadet Division currently has ten members as well as one Cadet Lieutenant. The cadets get the unique opportunity to not only train with the fire department, but also work with, and among them. The cadets train every Tuesday evening from 5:00 to 6:30p.m.. They train in basic firefighting, emergency medical service skills and techniques. Frequent trainings include fire behavior, fire suppression, ladder drills, rope rescue, self-contained breathing apparatus, CPR, First Aid, building construction, EMS triage, and Search and Rescue. The skills learned in the Cadet Division not only apply to the fire service but also can be applied to everyday life. Problem solving skills, leadership, time management, and respect are all enforced and expected in the program. Requirements of cadet division applicants include a minimum of 13 years of age and a maximum of 18 years of age, completion of at least the sixth grade, a 2.5 or higher grade point average, and a current medical physical.
Miami Township Fire & EMS Milford, OH 45150
Bill Doss: (513) 248-3700 bill.doss@miamitownshipoh.gov
Web Address: www.miamitwp.org/fireems/index.htm
Description: Our program is chartered through the Boy Scouts as an Explorer Post. Explorers train and respond to calls alongside the career members. 15-20% of our career staff started as a junior in one form or another.
Adamsville Community Fire Department Adamsville, OH 43802
Dakota Knicely: (740) 796-3185 firemanbull@aol.com
Description: The Adamsville Fire Department’s junior program has enabled youth from around our community to serve others as well as to learn skills relative to fighting fire.
Metamora/Amboy Volunteer Fire Department Metamora, OH 43540
Mike Taylor: (419) 490-7747 mjtaylor@federalsignal.com
Web Address: www.mavfd.org
Description: Metamora/Amboy Juniors Firefighters. Meetings/Drills 2nd and 4th Sunday every month. Goals to teach and train our local youth the basic skills needed for fire fighting and EMT work whether they become full time or volunteer. Our Juniors age from 10-18 are all trained in every aspect of firefighting from pump ops.,fire suppression, search and rescue, tools, fire science,SCBA etc.. We also teach a wide variety of basic EMT skills as well CPR, First responder and basic first aid. At the age of 16 our youth are able to come to a fire scene at the discretion of our chief and aids in the clean up as well as observe the techniques used for fighting fire. We hope to have our juniors ready to take and pass their fire test at the age of 18 so they can become active on the department.
Bethel Township Fire Department Tipp City, OH 45371
James Sebastian: (937) 877-6103 james.sebastian@betheltownship.org
Web Address: www.betheltownship.org
Description: The Bethel Township Junior Firefighter Program allows 14-18 year old youth from the township and surrounding areas to learn about firefighting and serve the community. Juniors are encouraged to attend department trainings and respond on emergency calls for fires and auto accidents. Within safety guidelines, the juniors may participate in most hands-on training and operations.
Mentor Fire Department Explorer Post 2911 Mentor, OH 44060
Todd Harvey: (440) 478-4753 firemedic1732@hotmail.com
Web Address: www.cityofmentor.com/fire
Program Address: www.cityofmentor.com/fire/explorerpost.shtml
Description: Provides lectures and hands on meetings for youths interested in either the fire or EMS field. We meet every other Thursday from 7-9pm and some weekend drills.
Lafayette Township Fire Department Medina, OH 44256
Michael Savetski: (330) 416-8609 msavetski48@yahoo.com
Description: The Lafayette Township Fire Cadet Program is looking for mature adolescents between the ages of 14 and 18 to become part of our program. Applicants must have a desire to learn about the fire service and also help their community. We prefer applicants that live within Lafayette Township, the Village of Chippewa Lake, and/or surrounding communities. Cadets are trained in areas including first aid/CPR, SCBA basics, radio communications, EMS, basic fire department operations, etc. Once Cadets are trained, they will be able to respond to fire emergencies that occur in Lafayette Township with the fire department.
Hinckley Fire Department Hinckley, OH 44233
Lt. Heather Barrett: (216) 870-2469 hbarrett123@msn.com
Web Address: www.hinckleytwp.org/firerescue
Description: The Hinckley Fire Department Explorer Group teaches EMS and firefighting skills to youth ages 14-19 years. Youth get hands-on training in the fire and EMS fields. There are limitations for example, youth are not allowed in burning buildings and are not allowed to have contact with an injured party.
Brookside Fire Department Bridgeport, OH 43912
Allan Ketzell, III (304) 281-7921 brookesidefire21@yahoo.com
Description: The Brookside Fire Department Cadet program is an important division of the department. The department look for area teenagers that want to become involved in the fire service. The members are integrated into the training and educational opportunities that the department is involved with (ie. Fire Prevention, Safety Talks, and departmental training. This allows the cadets to gain a knowledge of the operations of the fire and EMS service.
Russell Fire-Rescue Department Novelty, OH 44072
Lt. James Bell: 440-338-6161 ext. 211 nurserescue@aol.com
Description: Junior firefighter program allows junior firefighters to train with the department. They can also respond to calls and assist at emergency scenes.
Russell Fire Department Novelty, OH 44072
Chief John Frazier: (440) 338-6161 ext. 214 nurserescue@aol.com
Description: Our junior firefighters train with the adult department members every Tuesday evening at 7pm. Our junior members are allowed to ride department apparatus to calls and they have certain responsibilities that they can carry out at the scene of emergencies.
Oregon
Santa Clara Fire District Eugene, OR 97405
Chief Randy Wood: (541) 688-3697 santaclarafire@qwest.net
Web Address: www.santaclarafire.net
Description: The “Junior Firefighter” (JRFF) program is designed for Santa Clara Fire District members between the ages of 16 to 18, who are in school or not. The purpose of the Junior Firefighter program is to prepare these new firefighters for a long-term career in firefighting. It is our goal to promote long term volunteerism, give our new firefighters the tools and knowledge (towards schools and scholarships) that will assist them in preparing for firefighter entrance exams, pass the exams, then keep the job once they have been hired.
Pennsylvania
DuBoistown Fire Department DuBoistown, PA 17702
Paul Vavra (570) 323-6903 paulvavra@firehousemail.com
Web Address: www.departments.firehouse.com/dept/Williamsport5PA
Osceola Fire Department Osceola, PA 16942
Larry Gleason: (814) 258-7693 jd3020@verizon.net
Description: Junior firefighters are inducted as regular members of the department and are trained in a field course entitled Fire Ground Support Operations under the auspices of the Pennsylvania State Fire Academy and local level training coordinated through numerous community colleges across the state.
Rescue Hose Company #1 Greencastle, PA 17225
Wayne Singhas: (717) 658-4100 wayne@masondixonaa.com
Web Address: www.rescuehose.com
Description: The Rescue Hose Company #1 Junior Firefighters is open to any male or female 14-17 years old. Prospective members must submit an application to the department for vote. Upon being voted into junior membership, all juniors are encouraged to attend trainings held every Thursday evening from 1900 to 2200 hours. All junior members are required to follow PA Child Labor Laws. Junior members 14-15 years of age are only permitted to ride apparatus during training exercises, parades, community service events, etc. Junior members 14-15 years old are required to assist in fundraising activities, trainings, public relations activities, station duties, etc. Junior members 16-17 years old may ride fire/EMS apparatus upon completion of the Rescue Hose Company #1 Apparatus Riding SOG. These members must meet minimal riding criteria including training, station duties, fundraising activities, maintaining a valid First Aid and CPR card, etc. Junior members who have met riding requirements are issued a full set of turnout gear. Junior members 16-17 years of age who have met riding requirements are permitted to bunk in, in accordance with Pennsylvania Child Labor Laws, and under supervision of a senior member 21+ years old. Within 30 days of the junior member’s 18th birthday, he or she must submit an application for general membership and attach a letter of recommendation from the Junior Advisors. All junior members are encouraged to take trainings outside the department as well. The majority of these trainings are at no cost to the member upon receiving prior approval from the Fire Department’s Officers. If you have any questions in regards to the Junior Program, please contact the station or stop in any Thursday evening from 1900 to 2200 hours to preview our program.
Rheems Fire Department Rheems, PA 17570
Chief Charles Stanford: (717-689-0105 chstanford@rheemsfire.com
Web Address: www.rheemsfire.com
Description: Our program is based on the stipulations as outlined in the PA Child Labor Laws. Junior members are assigned to a mentor who is responsible for ensuring that the member is aware of the training requirements, participates in all facets of the organization, and continues to meet a C average in all mandatory school classes required for graduation. Junior firefighters are encouraged to take on exceedingly challenging assignments, as well as assuming administrative functions.
Cassandra Volunteer Fire Department Cassandra, PA 15925
Matt McCoy: (814) 659-3098 code3mm@yahoo.com
Web Address: www.cassandrafire.com
Description: Very beneficial to kids who are interested at a young age because it gives them an opportunity to get accustomed to the fire service and also get training while they have time to be involved.
Library Volunteer Fire Company South Park, PA 15129
Chief Theodore Hale, Jr.: (412) 835-7114 chief271@libraryvfc.com
Web Address: www.libraryvfc.com
Description: Juniors are instructed in all aspects of the volunteer fire service, from fundraising to fire fighting. They participate in any and all functions within State guidelines.
Pillow Fire Company Pillow, PA 17080
Shane Leitzel: (570) 758-4183 pillowfire28@tds.net
Description: The Junior Fire Department is to assist the regular Fire Department at all scenes to protect the lives of all the people living in, and passing through the Pillow Volunteer Fire Department’s jurisdiction and surrounding communities.
Plymouth Fire Company #1 Conshohocken, PA 19428
Mike Burton: (610) 547-7458 wpd4367@gmail.com
Web Address: www.plymouthfireco.com
Description: A person under the age of 18 wishing to join the Plymouth Fire Company applies for membership under our junior program. A person can join our junior program after their 14th birthday and before their 18th birthday. Just like applying for general membership, each junior must fill out an application and have it reviewed by our Membership Committee. After review, the membership is brought up to a vote at the monthly meeting for acceptance or denial. Once a junior has been accepted into the firehouse, each person goes through an orientation program and is explained the training requirements and how they can be attained. Once a minimum level of training has been met, the junior member is permitted to ride on some apparatus depending on age and training level. The juniors at Plymouth are considered equal and participate in all trainings according to the laws and regulations. Junior members are required to sign a log book whenever they enter or leave the firehouse. This helps us maintain working hour laws to make sure every rule is abided by. The junior program is overseen by a Junior Steering Committee made up of senior firefighters and fire officers.
York City Department of Fire/Rescue Services York, PA 17401
David Bowman: (717) 515-3990 yfdbadge31@aol.com
Web Address: www.yorkcity.org
Description: Our program is youth lead and registered as an Explorer Post with the Boy Scouts of America.
Elysburg Fire Department Elysburg, PA 17824
Harvey Boyer: (570) 274-5091 hboyerjr@ptd.net
Web Address: www.elysburgfd.com
Description: To provide safe and educated training to the youth of the community who’s interests are within the area of public safety.
Hose Company #1 Ford City, PA 16226
Chief Ronald Wojcik: (412) 979-4252 90chief@comcast.net
Description: The junior firefighter program was launched in November of 2004 with the aspirations of getting young people in Ford City involved in their community by observation and hands-on work. Our goal is to prepare these young people to be the safest and well-trained firefighters that they can be, for their protection and the protection of the residents of the Ford City Hose Company #1 coverage area. Since its formation, we have had three junior members remain active in Ford City Hose Company as firefighters, a significant boost to our roster. Our overall retention of junior firefighters to active membership is approximately 75%. Our junior members train with the active members on a weekly basis and participate in most company functions and calls, as allowed for by the Standard Operating Guidelines of the Junior Fire Department.
Transfer Volunteer Fire Department Transfer, PA 16154
Phillip Steele: (724) 866-2448 psteele@pymtele.net
Description: The department program includes 14 and 15 year old members as cadets and 16 and 17 year olds as junior members. These young people are included in all of the department training activities and limited to be compliant with the current child labor laws. They are also permitted to report to staging at the scene of calls and are given assignments consistent with their limitations and under the direction of a mentor when manpower permits. Some of the activities that they can perform include changing SCBA bottles, tracking equipment, assistance with accountability, resource accountability and documentation, and other activities outside of the “work zone.” The program also includes social interaction around the stations as well as away from the department including field trips related to the department and non-related, camping, bowling, and other activities that develop team concepts and make these young persons friends to one another as well as the organization.
Hartsville Volunteer Fire Company Warminster, PA 19874
Ed Pfeiffer: (215) 768-5214 hartsvillefc1@verizon.net
Description: 14 and 15 year olds meet every Wednesday night from 7pm until 8:30pm at the fire station. This is a regional program for residents of Warminster, Warrington & Warwick Townships. Juniors who reach 16 years old are sent to the fire station closest to their home. This program is all hands-on. Hose pull and pack, operations, deluge gun operations, B/A, search & rescue, ladder carries & raises, etc. Turnout gear provided.
Springboro Volunteer Fire Department Springboro, PA 16435
Chief Ed Laird (814) 587-3514 svfd21@windstream.net
Web Address: www.springborovfd.org
Description: Our program is for individuals between the ages of 14-17 years of age. For more information and a booklet, contact the Springboro Volunteer Fire Department.
Wexford Volunteer Fire Company Wexford, PA 15090
Tim Flaherty: (724) 625-1636 x135 flaherty@wexfordvfc.com
Web Address: www.wexfordvfc.com
Description: Junior members can participate in training in-house and at local fire academies as the child labor law will allow. They can also assist with fire company details and events, or participate in an administrative capacity. While junior members are not given pagers, we will take them on fire calls if space is available on the apparatus. They can assist at fire scenes in the capacity allowed by the child labor law.
Wissahickon Fire Company Ambler, PA 19002
Chief John Leadbeater: (215) 646-1266 John_Leadbeater@emcare.com
Web Address: www.Station7.org
Description: Active program. Juniors attend most all activities of the Company, including emergency calls, weekly drills, meetings, fundraisers, and parades. Juniors ride the apparatus on emergencies, perform support functions at emergency scenes, and are prevented from performing inherently dangerous activities (in compliance with PA Child Labor Laws). Juniors also enroll/attend the local fire academy for Firefighter Essentials and other training.
Guyasuta Volunteer Fire Department Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Chief Michael Dortenzo: (412) 963-7577 mdortenzo@verizon.net
Web Address: www.guyasutavfd.org
Description: The purpose of the Guyasuta VFD Fire and Rescue junior firefightr program is to provide an interactive and supervised avenue for youth ages 15-17 to receive early training and experience in the fire service; also to prepare them to become a full member at age 18. This benefits the youth by providing a structured and safe environment that promotes community involvement, team work, discipline, learning and independent thinking. It also benefits the fire service by providing new members that are already familiar with the operations of the fire department and have received formal training so they are much closer to obtaining the level of training to participate in live fire situations.
Fleetwood Volunteer Fire Company Fleetwood, PA 19522
John Manmiller: (484) 256-0586 john_manmiller@msn.com
Web Address: www.fleetwoodfire.com
Description: Explorers are encouraged to attend meetings and training where senior firefighters demonstrate the latest tools and techniques that are used in the department. Past training nights have included: ropes and knots, SCBA familiarization with a hose maze, and first aid. They hold fundraisers and use the money to pay for group activities such as whitewater rafting, discounted tickets for hockey and baseball games, and camping trips. Junior Firefighters between the ages of 16 and 18 are encouraged to participate in training during regular fire company training nights, and take courses in “Essentials of Fire Fighting” and vehicle rescue, so when they turn 18, they will, with very little added training, become a senior members as an active interior firefighter or rescue technician. These young members are a vital link to keeping the organization alive. As tomorrow’s fire leaders, they are considered to be very important in our town and are given a lot of personal training by the senior firefighters.
Norristown Fire Department Norristown, PA 19401
Chief Thomas O’Donnell: (610)292-8281 todonnell@norristown.org
Web Address: www.norristownfire.org
Description: Norristown Fire Department is a suburban Philadelphia department which offers a full service Junior Firefighter program for all school aged children between the ages of 16-18. All Junior Firefighter personnel are required to adhere to strict fire department Standard Operating Guidelines as well as all applicable state and federal statutes.
Cheltenham Fire Company Cheltenham, PA 19012
Chief Chris Drach: (215) 379-2212 info@cheltenhamfirecompany.org
Web Address: www.cheltenhamfirecompany.org
McDonald Volunteer Fire Department McDonald, PA 15057
Chief Doug Cooper: (724) 926-9190 mcdfd@comcast.net
Web Address: www.mcdonaldfire.com
Description: Junior firefighters are involved in all aspects of the fire department. They are active in training, fundraising, and answering alarms within the limits of PA State Child Labor regulations. Junior firefighters are required to attend the 166 hour State Certification in Essentials of Firefighting (age permitting). Junior firefighters are involved in company meetings and committees. Our Junior Firefighter program began with our first “torch boy” in 1974. That firefighter is now a life member. At its peak, in the early 1990s, our program had as many as 21 Junior Firefighters.
Brownsville Fire Co. #1 Brownsville, PA 15417
Lt. Jordan A. Sealy: (724) 785-3311 sea7484@cup.edu
Web Address: www.bfcol.org
Description: The Junior Firefighter Program was launched with the aspirations of getting the young people in the surrounding area involved with their community by observation and some hands on work. Our Goal is to prepare these young people to be the safest and most well trained firefighters that they can be, for the sake of all the people living in the surrounding communities that these young people will be serving to protect. This Department is under the supervision and guidance of Brownsville Fire Co. No. 1.
King of Prussia Volunteer Fire Company King of Prussia, PA 19406
Chief William Daywalt: (610) 265-1063 wcdkpvfc@aol.com
Description: The Junior Firefighter Program was instituted by the King of Prussia Volunteer Fire Company as a training program for young men and women, aged 15-18, interested in serving their community. The fire company integrates our junior firefighter into our weekly training drills, fire prevention and safety education events, registers and pays for the registration of the new members to attend the county fire academy classes and other special details. A junior firefighter will be expected to complete the fire company probationary program. These programs will help educate the new members with the basic skills for this profession.
Belle Valley Fire Department Erie, PA 16509
David A. Rinke II: (814) 825-4359 Rinkeref@yahoo.com
Web Address: www.bellevalleyfire.com
Description: Junior firefighters in our department receive gear and participate in allowed training with regular members. They also have their own separate training on occasion, and participate in social activities, fundraisers, and community outreach programs.
West Ridge Fire Department Erie, PA 16506
Rob Hornaman: (814) 833-4440 wrfd4@yahoo.com
Web Address: www.westridgefire.org
Program Web Address: www.geocities.com/wrfd4/JuniorFirefighters.htm
Description: The WRFD Junior FF program allows young adults ages 14-18 the opportunity to learn firefighting, rescue and EMS skills and to see what being a Firefighter is like. As of December 1, 2007, this program has had 9 former members become senior Firefighters.
Edgewood VFD Pittsburgh, PA 15218
David Andrews: (412) 242-9994 firechief@edgewoodboro.com
Web Address: www.station137.com
Description: Training the youth of the community, and surrounding communities to be fire fighters.
Upper Makefield Fire Company Washington Crossing, PA
Michael V. Abrams: (215) 493-5200 mabrams@umfc.org
Web Address: www.umfc.org
Description: All junior members actively participate in fund raising and fire prevention activities, special duties (parades etc.) and company drills. Junior firefighter level drills are held weekly and all juniors are encouraged to attend the County’s Emergency Services Training Center for certified training in several areas of emergency services. Three of our junior members attend a County Vocational School for Public Safety and are attaining the highest grades in the class. Junior members 16 – 18 are permitted to ride active fire calls.
Greenville Fire Department Greenville, PA 16125
Steve Thompson: (724) 588-3111 grvlfire@svol.net
Web Address: www.greenvilleborough.com/fire.asp
Description: Junior firefighters are supervised by a mentor. They operate in an observing/supporting role in a safe area at emergency scenes and also participate in training. Both of these functions are allowed under the Pennsylvania Child Labor Laws but with restrictions. Fire department by-laws require a junior firefighter to maintain a minimum “C” average while in school.
Fort Washington Fire Co. No. 1 Fort Washington, PA 19034
Chief Brian Newhall: (215) 646-2555 chief@fwfc.org
Web Address: www.fortwashingtonfc.org
Description: Juniors are under supervised training. No hands-on work is permitted until 18 years of age and completion of required schools.
Minquas Fire Company # 2 Downingtown, PA 19335
Lt. Jeff Burroughs: (610) 269-2797 info@minquasfire.org
Program Web Address: www.minquas.org/content/explorer/
Web Address: www.minquas.org
Description: The Explorer program at the Minquas Fire Company was designed and launched in conjunction with Chester County Learning for Life and the Boy Scouts of America. The program is designed as a "gateway" for young men and women between the ages of 14 and 21 to experience and learn all the skills required to serve as fire fighters and EMS professionals.
Explorers train with career and volunteer fire fighters, EMTs and Paramedics learning real life experiences and gaining invaluable knowledge. Many explorers have gone on to achieve national certification as fire fighters and EMTs. To date we have 20 active explorers on the roster and participating on a regular basis. In the past year, Minquas has had the honor of having the two youngest certified EMTs in the state of Pennsylvania.
Patton Fire Company #1 Patton, PA 16668
Jerry Brant: (814) 674-5913 jbrant.nccdc@verizon.net
Description: We just amended the company's bylaws to allow for junior members. Our program will begin actively recruiting n the fall of 2007. Junior members will be limited to training and to community service activities.
Garrettford-Drexel Hill Volunteer Fire Company Drexel Hill, PA 19026
Asst. Chief James Hoban: (610) 259-9110 POP6959@aol.com
Web Address: www.drexelhillfire.com
Trappe Fire Company #1 Trappe, PA 19426
Asst. Chief John Rafner: (610) 489-2700 jrafner@trappefire.org
Program Web Address: www.trappefire.org/content/junior/
Web Address: www.trappefire.org
Description: The Junior Firefighter Program was instituted by the Trappe Fire
Company (TFC) as a training program for young men and women, aged 16-18, interested in serving their community. We'll help prepare you to become active firefighters upon reaching the age of 18. At age 18, the Junior Firefighter is eligible to attend the State Firefighter I Course and to become a full member of the Trappe Fire Company #1. As a Junior Firefighter, members serve in a support role for the senior firefighters at actual emergencies as a supplement to a formal training program. The Junior Firefighters attend monthly training drills with the full Department. A TFC fire officer serves as the Junior Firefighter training officer, and he is the primary contact person for the Junior Firefighter. Those selected are expected to act in a mature manner and commit to a demanding, long-term program. In both training sessions and actual emergency situations, the safety of the Junior Firefighter is of paramount concern to the Department. As such, the activities of the Junior Firefighters are limited in scope and the fire officers closely supervise them.
Somerset Volunteer Fire Department Somerset, PA 15501
Cody Lambert: (814) 445-4343 sfd@somersetfire.com
Web Address: www.somersetfire.com
Union City Volunteer Fire Company Union City, PA 16438
Roy Hanks: (814) 438-3331 ucas113@juno.com
Description: We are an Explorer Post that is working through the Boy Scouts of America. We have members aged 14 – 21. at age 18 they can join the fire company. We provide all the training with financial help from the fire company and ambulance service. We meet on Tuesday nights for drills and meetings.
Brighton Township VFD Beaver, PA 15009
Captain Joshua Curtaccio: (724) 624-1924 station63@comcast.net
Description: Any person ages 16 or 17 that reside in Brighton Twp. may join our department as a junior member. Junior members go through a one year probationary period, the same as a regular member. Junior membership is limited to 15 persons. Junior members are required to participate in the same amount of activities as regular members. The juniors participate in training side by side with the regular Firefighters and respond to calls within our township. Junior members are issued full turnout gear and EMS equipment if they obtain their First Responder or EMT. Junior members are sent to area fire schools to attend a minimum of Basic Firefighting and any other classes of their choosing at no cost to themselves. Junior member are not permitted on mutual aide calls of responding from 2300 hours to 0600 hours. Juniors participate in all activities except for those prohibited by PA Child Labor Laws. Juniors are prohibited from operating any saws, extrication equipment, or apparatus. Our juniors program is vital to our department as approximately 90% of our current department started as a Junior Firefighter.
Creekside Volunteer Fire Department Creekside, PA 15732
Chief Peter Yacovone: (724) 549-3998 creeksidefirerescue@indianaconnect.com
Cresson Volunteer Fire Company Cresson, PA 16630
Neal Hammond: (814)886-4485 cresson16630@yahoo.com
Web Address: cms.firehouse.com/dept/CressonPA
Description: Juniors are those 14-16 years of age and fulfill basic fire department activities as permitted by law while training in the DELMAR 4 section module of the Essential of Firefighting. Those youth 16-18 are Apprentice Firefighters who fulfill fire department activities as permitted by law. Apprentice Firefighters are permitted to respond to specific alarms under stringent guidelines of the Company and PA Child Labor Laws.
Jessup Hose Company #2 Jessup, PA
Contact Info: (717) 383-6426
Program Web Address: www.jessupno2.com/JR%20FIREFIGHTER%20PROGRAM.htm
Web Address: www.jessupno2.com
Hershey Volunteer Fire Department Hershey, PA 17033
Contact Info: (717) 533-2953
Web Address: www.hersheyfire.org
Description: Must have a valid work permit and maintain ""C's"" or better in ALL school subjects. Junior members are firefighters in training. Learning is the primary responsibility of junior firefighters.
The Volunteer Fire Company of Akron, PA Akron, PA 17501
Lyn Beiler: (717) 859-1351 chief@akronfire.org
Web Address: www.akronfire.org
Washington Fire Company #1 Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
Chief Daryl M. Hench: (717) 697-9877 dhench@pafirefighter.net
Program Web Address: www.washies.org/jrs.htm
Web Address: www.washies.org
Description: A totally hands on, operationally-oriented program which permits emergency response to areas both inside and outside the borough of Mechanicsburg.
North Irwin Volunteer Fire Company North Irwin, PA 15642
Contact Info: (724) 863-7015 webmaster@northirwinfd.org
Web Address: northirwinfd.org/12_Home.html
Description: As a member of the Jr. Corps, they provide assistance at fire scenes, complete training to be firefighters, and work fundraisers. Juniors must have parental permission to join the company.
Prospect Park Fire Company #1 Prospect Park, PA
Michael L. Signora: (610) 586-8880 Michael.l.signora@boeing.com
Web Address: www.station08.com
Description: The Station 08 Apprentice Program was originally developed in 1973 to train new members of the department. It was known then as the Junior Firefighter Program. Currently, the program is basically designed to introduce new members to the fire service through hands-on and classroom instruction and has since been expanded to include training for ALL members, both senior and junior. You must be at least 14 years of age to participate in the Apprentice Program.
Upper Leacock Fire Company Leola, PA 17540
Contact Info: (717) 656-9881 webmaster@upperleacockfire.com
Web Address: www.upperleacockfire.com
Description: Ages 16 & 17 are permitted under Conestoga Valley School District Policy and the Upper Leacock Fire Co. Policy to wear pagers and respond to fire calls from school under certain conditions. Junior firefighters are able to ride on all apparatus during training exercises by approval of a Chief Officer or Training Officer in charge.
Clymer Volunteer Fire Company Clymer , PA 15728
Chief George Misurda : (724) 254-9565 Station150@ClymerFire.org
Web Address: www.clymerfire.org
Archbald Hose Company No.1 Archbald, PA 18403
Asst. Chief Bill Conlon: 570-876-5751 wildbill2117@comcast.net
Web Address: www.archbaldhosecompany1.org
Aristes Fire Company #1 Aristes, PA 17920
Greg Yeager: (570) 875-0777 aristesfirecompany@hotmail.com
Web Address: www.freewebs.com/aristesfire
West Enola Fire Company Enola, PA 17025
David McClure: (717) 732-1919 davidm@paonline.com
Web Address: www.westenolafire.com
Description: Training every Tuesday evening and at local fire training schools. Juniors assist firefighters on emergency incidents, routine maintenance, fundraising and fire prevention.
Monroeville Fire Co. No. 4 PA, 15146
Kevin Bacco: (412) 373-2347 kevin.bacco@mvfc4.org
Web Address: www.mvfc4.org
Description: Our program mirrors the Pennsylvania State Guidelines
outlining a Junior Firefighting Program. Candidates have limited capabilities on the fire
ground but can attend training and details in most capacities.
Media Fire & Hook & Ladder Company No. 1 Media, PA 19063
Louis Bellace: (610) 565-3737 x30 Engine23@comcast.net
Web Address: www.mediafirecompany.com
Description: We train them along side our regular members but with the state of PA's guidelines for junior members and their age group.
Rhode Island
Union Fire District Wakefield, RI 02879
Kevin Quinn: (401) 255-5927 chief5@unionfiredistrict.com
Description: Junior members are to provide support to the firefighters at the scene of an emergency and ride on their stations apparatus. Junior members may train with other companies with the approval of all captains involved in the training exercise. Junior members will not be allowed to talk on the department radios without being approved to do so by their station captain. Junior members will have a helmet with blue decals on it. Junior members will obey all traffic laws while responding to the fire station. Any junior member who violates a traffic law while responding to an alarm will be suspended for a period of not less 30 days. Junior members are NOT ALLOWED to respond to alarms during the school day. Junior members are not allowed to be in the fire station after 10 PM on nights before a school day and 11 PM on non-school nights and are not allowed to leave school for an alarm. Junior members are not allowed to perform any type of fire suppression activity. Junior members are not allowed to have on SCBA at any emergency call. Junior members may participate in controlled burns only at the age of 17 years 6 months. At the Chief’s discretion, Junior members may be dismissed from duty if they grades are below a 2.0 on a 4.0 grade scale. Junior members may be dismissed immediately by a chief or deputy chief for failure to obey the district’s Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG’s). Once the member reaches 18 years of age their captain will notify the office that the particular member is no longer in the junior program and once completing district and station probation requirements will become an active member of their department.
Dunn's Corners Fire Department Westerly, RI 02891
Mike Perri: (860) 866-7745 x127 mperri@dunnscornersfire.com
Program Web Address: www.dunnscornersfire.com/content/join/
Web Address: www.dunnscornersfire.com
Description: The Dunn's Corners Fire Department is always seeking new members to help serve the community. No previous experience is required and all training will be provided by the department at no cost. Individuals interested in applying for DCFD membership must reside in Westerly or Charlestown, RI. DCFD offers four types of membership: Junior, Probationary, Senior, and Associate.
South Carolina
Teal’s Mill Volunteer Fire Department Chesterfield, SC 29709
R.P. Presson: (843) 623-7224 tmfd@shtc.net
Description: Generating an interest in firefighting and fire prevention.
West Florence Rural Volunteer Fire Department West Florence, SC
Battalion Chief Pete Collier: (843) 665-8857
Program Web Address: www.westflorencefd.com/jrfire.asp
Web Address: www.westflorencefd.com
Description: As a Junior Firefighter, you will be allowed to ride in fire apparatus and work and train one on one with firefighters. On a fire scene, junior firefighters will keep up with tools on fire trucks and give them to firefighters if needed. Junior firefighters are able to fight brush fires.
South Dakota
Aberdeen Fire and Rescue Aberdeen, SD 57401
Scott Weitbrecht: (763) 258-7639 fire3457@hotmail.com
Description: Working with the youth from our area who have an interest in the fire service. They will have an opportunity to learn both EMS and firefighting skills.
Deadwood Volunteer Fire Department Deadwood, SD 57732
Allen Sternhagen: (605) 578-1212 firedept@rushmore.com
Web Address: http://www.cityofdeadwood.com/index.asp?Type=B
Description: These Junior Firefighters are active in maintenance and support duties for our Senior Firefighters.
Tennessee
Pleasant View Volunteer Fire Department Pleasant View, TN 37146
Allen Nicholson: (615) 746-8528 bug@fireteamusa.com
Web Address: www.pvvfd.org
Description: The Pleasant View Volunteer Fire Department’s Explorer Program is sanctioned under the Boy Scouts of America. There are a total of six advisors that meet monthly to oversee the program. The ages range for the Explorers are from 12-18 years old. The Explorers meet twice a month. One meeting will be a training event where we will perform different firefighting activities and the other will be an event where we will conduct fun activities in the community to show team work. Once the Explorers have completed Level I, they will be allowed to attend different fire department activities, train with the current personnel, and respond to non-emergency events with the Duty Officer or Commanding Duty Officer. The Explorers must follow a set of guidelines set by the Advisor Committee. The program is geared towards team work, future fire service personnel, and community leaders. There are different modules that the Explorers will have to complete to advance through the program. Once each module is complete, the Explorers will be rewarded.
Monroe County Fire Explorer Post # 30 Madisonville, TN 37354
Shawna Raper: (423) 836-1989 shawnaraper@charter.net.
Description: This is a Boy Scout based program, accepting applications for boys and girls who want to engage in learning how to fight fire.
Rural/Metro Fire Department Knoxville, TN 37922
Gary Watlington: (865) 692-3164 Gary_Watlington@rmetro.com
Web Address: www.ruralmetrotn.com
Program Address: www.post453.com
Description: Attend monthly training and fundraising. Assist with support functions on emergency and non-emergency responses. After attending required training, Explorers are checked off to ride on the apparatus.
Texas
Leary Volunteer Fire Department Nash, TX 75569
Mike Akin: (903) 334-4166 mikeakin67@aol.com
Description: A beginning program for junior firefighters (cadets) to begin their journey into an emergency services organization.
Pedernales Fire Department Explorer Post 8 Spicewood, TX 78669
Sean Gibson: (716) 225-3131 761@pedernalesEmergency.org
Web Address: www.pedernalesEmergency.org
Tawakoni South Volunteer Fire Department Quinlan, TX 75474
Jerry Butte: (903) 355-8569 crashrescue252@peoplepc.com
Description: Our junior program gives youth the opportunity to be involved in training, fire and medical. It allows them to work in the community and schools to bring fire prevention awareness to everyone. We allow our Juniors to have CPR certificatiom. yet we have Junior by-laws in place to protect them from any type of harm.
Liberty Hill Volunteer Fire Department Liberty Hill, TX 78642
Leslye Pogue: (512) 515-5165 lhems@austin.rr.com
Web Address: libertyhillfire.org
Description: Junior firefighter program includes training both inside and outside department setting. Junior firefighters ride out with each shift and they also work shift like the rest of the volunteers are required to do. They are taught report writing, first aid, CPR skills and many other aspects of the fire service.
Burkburnett Volunteer Fire Department Burkburnett, TX 76354
Chief Rodney Ryalls: (940) 569-3553 chief@burkfire.org
Web Address: www.burkfire.org
Description: Our program is run under the Boy Scouts of America. The program is open to all individuals age 14 to 21 wanting to explore possible careers in the fire service. This group works along side our regular firefighters learning the skills necessary to become firefighters in the future.
Bellevue Volunteer Fire Department Bellevue, TX 76228
Mark Hanson: (940) 531-0976 Bellevuevfd@sbcglobal.net
Description: BVFD takes Jr. members and introduces them to training, career opportunities within the fire/EMS service, and what it takes to be a volunteer firefighter. We strive to give our junior members access to as much training as safety permits. We work this with the Fire Explorers with BSA.
Bellevue Volunteer Fire Department Bellevue, TX 76228
Mark Hanson: (940) 531-0976 Bellevuevfd@sbcglobal.net
Description: BVFD takes Jr. members and introduces them to training, career opportunities within the fire/ems service, and what it takes to be a volunteer firefighter. We strive to give our junior members access to as much training as safety permits. We work this with the Fire Explorers with BSA.
Hughes Springs Volunteer Fire Department Hughes Springs, TX 75656
Jay Cates: (903) 639-3716 hsfd282@aol.com
Description: Junior firefighters have to be accompanied by an adult member of department.
Briar Volunteer Fire Department Azle, TX 76020
Captain Travis J. Reed: Travis@choosetodream.org
Description: The Briar VFD's program is a unique program that is implemented in stages. The program focuses on raising awareness about fire safety, drugs, alcohol, and other issues facing youth. We also focus on building youth. We are blessed to have two national youth leadership speakers as firefighters on our department and they run a top of the line program. With this program the youth will come in at whatever level they are at and they will leave with respect for the fire service and be ten times the leader they ever would have been. Enrollment for the program is open year-round, but the sooner you sign up, the more advanced and the more beneficial the program will be.
Navarro Volunteer Fire Department Corsicana, TX 75109
Chief Jimmy Coker: (903) 874-8541 donna_1606@yahoo.com
Needville Volunteer Fire Department Needville, TX 77461
Asst. Chief Keith Thumann: (979) 793-4262 Chief700@consolidated.net
Pearland Volunteer Fire Department Pearland, TX 77588
Buck Stevens: (281) 652-1923 bstevens@ci.pearland.tx.us
Web Address: www.pearlandfire.org
Utah
Wendover City Fire Department Wendover City, UT 84083
Chief Kirk Peterson: (801) 631-4986 kpetersen@peppermillcas.com
Description: Teaching and training of youth to participate in the possible careers in the Fire and EMS.
Vermont
Stowe Fire Department Stowe, VT 05672
John DeRienzo: (802) 253-8752 john@stowelegacy.com
Web Address: www.stowefire.org
Description: Our program started in the 1980's. We are a small town so our numbers range from 8 to 1 throughout the years. Our juniors are a vital part of our department.
Elmore Fire Department Lake Elmore, VT 05657
William Chilton: (802) 888-7123 wchilton@pshift.com
Description: The Elmore Junior Firefighter program provides an opportunity for local high school students between the ages of 15 to 17 to get actively involved in their community fire service. Upon being voted on and accepted into the department, junior members are issued bunder gear, a locker and a pager. They may respond to the station for fire calls and accompany adult members to emergency scenes. Once on the scene, they are supervised by an officer who insures that their roles and behaviors comply with OSHA regulations. In the past, junior members have provided critical water supply, traffic control, and manpower assistance, depending on the operation at hand. They have also provided the fresh hands necessary for post-event clean-ups and vehicle maintenance, giving exhausted line firefighters a change to catch their breaths. Junior firefighters likewise participate in all department training, work sessions, and regular business meetings, when their votes do count. The Elmore Fire Department sponsors interested junior members who wish to participate in the annual Vermont Fire Academy, and/or desire to take the 140-plus hour Firefighter I Essentials course. Additionally, the Elmore Fire Auxiliary offers a community service scholarship for any college-bound Elmore high school seniors who have demonstrated exemplary community involvement. Junior members are naturally encouraged to apply.
Virginia
Callao Volunteer Fire Department Callao, VA 22511
Chris Neale: (804) 333-0353 cneale@nnec.coop
Description: The Callao Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. was founded by pillars of our community living in the area we protect in 1948. We are located in the upper end of Northumberland County, Virginia. Our department forefathers had a vision of serving and protecting the citizens from threats of fire and other hazardous conditions which might arise over the course of time. It was in 1982 that our members saw the need to enlist the help of our teenagers. This was the beginning of the department’s Junior Division. Since that milestone we have seen over 40 young men and women join the department. Once they reach the age of eighteen, most of these dedicated youth go on to become senior members in the department. Many of these youth eventually become leaders in the community. These years of instructing our youth, provide them with valuable training and experience. These same youth go on to become professional firefighters, police officers, medical professionals and much more.
Ashburn Volunteer Fire Rescue Department Ashburn, VA
Barbara Murphy: (703) 729-2051 murfbj@aol.com
Web Address: www.ashburnfirerescue.org
Description: Junior members participate in a recruit school (approx. 32 hours). This program emphasizes basic orientation to equipment and the department and SAFETY. Further “on the job training” takes place on duty crews. Junior members are encouraged to take County EMT and Firefighter certification classes. Junior members must maintain a “C” grade point average in all core classes and are required to turn in grade reports on a regular basis. Junior members leave the station no later than 10:00pm on week nights and 11:00pm on weekends and are not allowed to spend the night until they are 18 years of age.
Carrollton Volunteer Fire Department Carrollton, VA 23314
Benjamin Brower: (757) 238-2474 ffemtbrower@gmail.com
Web Address: www.carrolltonfiredept.org
Description: The CVFD Junior Firefighters program is designed to prep young members of the community for a career in the fire service be it volunteer or paid. Along with training, junior members are expected to assist with station upkeep, fundraising, and community events. Junior members are issued uniforms, and turnout gear at no cost to them. NFPA Firefighter I and II and VA State EMT-B are offered for members 16 and older. Upon completion of basic in-house training and the OK from the Chief, junior members will be able to ride on second and third due apparatus for some fire calls. The Carrollton Volunteer Fire Department prides itself on providing a friendly and welcoming environment for its young members while fostering an understanding of our history, traditions, and way of life in the fire service.
Edinburg Volunteer Fire Company Edinburg, VA 22824
Charlie Tusing: (540) 984-8236 pappytus@shentel.net
Description: Available to the residents of the Edinburg Area only. We provide 8 hours of basic training; upon completion, you can ride the fire trucks. You are required to attend a Firefighter I class if available through the county at the time. All training is free through Shenandoah County Fire and Rescue.
Shenandoah County Department of Fire and Rescue Woodstock, VA 22664
Susie Howard: (540) 459-6167 resqsue@shentel.net
Web Address: www.scfr.net
Description: Junior firefighters will become part of a large and caring family. Training is provided free. Junior members are placed in an environment that encourages leadership, family, excitement, challenges, and skills development that could lead to a very rewarding career. We look forward to hearing from you!
*Shenandoah County also has several fire/ems related 4-H clubs for applicants younger than 16 years of age.
Carrsville Volunteer Fire Department Carrsville, VA 23315
Kevin Duck: (757) 569-9723 kduck@carrsvillevfd.com
Web Address: www.carrsvillevfd.com
Description: We provide them with a full range of structured training to prepare them for the full responsibilities of being a firefighter after they turn 18. Live fire training is restricted according to state law. They are allowed to take firefighter 1, according to state law with their parents consent. Their duties on the fire ground are restricted to support (helping pull and pack hoses, scba change outs and etc. They help around the station with cleaning of the building and apparatus and they help with our fundraisers.
Washington
Snohomish Fire & Rescue District #4 Snohomish, WA 98291
Heide Savidge: (425) 231-0122 candllady@hotmail.com
Web Address: www.snohomishfire.org
Description: Our program focuses on training to the IFSTA and NFPA standards while participating in a variety of community service projects such as manning barricades during parades and car shows, sandbagging during the flood season, to providing first aid at Special Olympics events. We also work side-by-side with the firefighters, assisting with fire safety education. Our post relies solely on donations and fundraising efforts. We are a suburban/rural fire department. The department encompasses 60 square miles and a population of approximately 26,000 residents with the majority of our coverage area being mostly a rural bedroom community. Snohomish Fire & Rescue provides a variety of excellent education and emergency services 24/7 with a staff of 94, consisting of career, volunteer and administrative members. Our department is manned on week nights, weekends and holidays by our large volunteer staff. In 2007, our department responded to over 3,300 alarms. We also have a cooperative relationship with our surrounding and neighboring departments in which we mutually help each other in times of need.
Lewis County Fire District #1 Onalaska, WA 98570
Mark Conner: (360) 978-4282 lcfd1ems@tds.net
www.departments.firehouse.com/dept/OnalaskaWA
Description: Lewis County Fire District #1 has had its FAST team in place for over fifteen years enrolling juniors and seniors from the Onalaska High School to get them started in the fire and EMS service. Many past members have moved on to become professional firefighters or continued into the medical fields.
Yakima County Fire Protection District #3 Naches, WA 98937
Jared Hinze: (509) 961-1073 duh099@aol.com
Description: To develop interests in firefighting and to assist the firefighters with duties.
City of Buckley Fire Department Buckley, CA 98321
Maryn Voss: (360) 829-1441 firefighter_mvoss@yahoo.com
Web Address: www.cityofbuckley.com/fire
Description: Fire/EMS Explorer Post 576
Douglas County Fire District #2 E. Wenatchee, WA 98802
Chuck Fenton: (509) 884-6671 admin@douglasfire2.org
Program Web Address: www.eastmont206.com
Web Address: www.douglasfire2.org
Description: Cooperative with Eastmont School District / Skills Center.
Ephrata Fire Department Ephrata, WA 98823
Chief Jeremy Burns: (509) 754-4666 jburns@ephrata.org
Web Address: www.ephrata.org/209.html
Description: Ephrata Fire Department offers learning opportunities for youth ages 16.5-17 to learn about the fire service.
Clallam County Fire Protection District No. 4 (Joyce Fire) Joyce, WA 98343
James Johnson: (360) 928-3132 ccfd4@clallambroadband.com
Description: Junior volunteers attend regular drills and events with volunteer members. Drills are held Tuesdays at 7:00 pm at the main station at 51250 Hwy 112, Joyce, WA. Our district is a 100% volunteer department.
South Pierce Fire Rescue #17 Roy, WA 98580
George Gendron: (253) 843-2425 mrgshop@aol.com
Web Address: www.pcfd17.org
Description: South Pierce Fire Rescue #17 established the youth fire cadet program in an effort to better serve those interested in one day becoming a Career or Volunteer Fire Fighter. The program meets every monday night and takes part in numerous community service events. The cadets are allowed to assist Firefighters on scenes and provide rehab on large scale incidents.
West Virginia
Hedgesville 4-H Junior Volunteer Fire Co. Hedgesville, WV 25427
Keena Crowell: (304) 754-7603 navajo348@comcast.net
Web Address: www.hedgesvillejuniorfiredepartment.webs.com
Description: Our Junior members receive continuous training in Fire and EMS. Some of the classes they receive are Section I, Hazmat, CPR, First Aid, SCBA/Cascade, Knots, Flag Etiquette, Air Bags, Search and Rescue, Infectious Control, and HIPPA to name a few. They also take part in tours of various fire departments including the ANG and career departments. Since our club is through 4-H, they participate in the Berkeley County Youth Fair and are required to take at least one project to display at the fair (although several members take more projects). At age 18, they are voted into the Senior Membership.
Shepherdstown Fire Department Shepherdstown, WV 25443
Pat & Cathy Brandenburg: (304) 876-2311 cbranden@loudoun.gov
Web Address: www.shepherdstownfiredepartment.com
Description: Enables young people an opportunity to experience basic Fire and EMS training, operations of the fire departments, and valuable life experiences.
Campbell County Fire Department Jane Lew, WV 26378
Mitch Oldaker: (304) 884-6558 Captain203co2@msn.com
Description: Our program teaches its members basic firefighting and rescue skills. Junior members are allowed to ride the second rig out of our station; however, they are not allowed to take part in any fire suppression activities or rescue operations. The junior program is very fortunate to have a WVU/ RESA VII Instructor in house to give basic and elaborate classes. Junior members receive Firefighter Level I, First Aid/ CPR, Hazardous Materials Operations Level, ICS/NIMS, and Auto Extrication Principles Level by their 18th birthdays. All Junior members will receive their PPE ( Bunker Coat, Bunker Pants, Bots, Helmet, Turnout Gloves, Rescue Gloves, Nomex Hood, and Safety Glasses). Most of our junior members we have had in the past are currently chief officers and company officers in the regular membership now. We are ALWAYS excepting new members!!!!
Wisconsin
Woodruff Fire Department Woodruff, WI 54568
Victor Gee: (715) 614-2465
Description: Junior firefighter program designed to promote development, self-esteem and leadership.
Grand Chute Fire Explorer Post 9764 Grand Chute, WI 54914
Jeremy Garrow: (920) 540-3444 gcfd131@yahoo.com
Description: This program is designed to allow young adults an opportunity to obtain knowledge and experience in the fire/medical emergency services. In the process, they will learn to take responsibility, show leadership, and become a part of the team. This program will give them an opportunity to further their education and possibly pursue a career in the emergency services. The program has also supplied a pool of well trained firefighter/first responders to area departments for the last 10 years. Our post meets every Tuesday from 6-9:00pm and sometimes on weekends. We cover all topics and more that apply to firefighting in our region because we realize many firefighters move around the nation to find jobs. About 85% of what we do is hands-on training and the other is classroom. We strive to make it exciting and keep people involved.
Cedarburg Fire Department Cedarburg, WI 53012
Bobby Kaslick: (262) 227-7415 bobbykaslick@yahoo.com
Web Address: www.cedarburgfiredept.com
Description: Boys and girls in high school are encouraged to perform a supporting role to the Cedarburg Fire Department while still maintaining a “C” average. They are allowed to participate in all department training and fundraisers including those that are specific for the Explorers.
Omro Rushford Volunteer Fire Department Omro, WI 54963
Brian Wilson: (920) 685-2386 bcwilson24@sbcglobal.net
Web Address: www.Omrofiredeptment.com
Description: We recruit young adults ages 14 – 18 that are enrolled in school and maintaining a C average. Our juniors attend monthly trainings, controlled burns, specialized trainings, and respond to fires when requested by the officer in charge. All this provides the opportunity to experience fire service.
Dairyland Volunteer Fire Department Dairyland, WI 54830
Mike Knutson: (715) 244-3000 dairylandfire@centurytel.net
Description: You must be 16 years old with parent’s permission. They have classes available for anything the regular members can take as long as they do it in order. Junior firefighters must be with accompanied with an adult at any call and are forbidden to work in a structure. They can take driver class but can only drive on the course.
Medford Area Fire Department Medford, WI 54451>
Kimberly Dawn Wells: (715) 748-4321 mafdredhead@yahoo.com
Program Web Address: www.squidoo.com/mafdexplorers
Web Address: www.citymedfordwi.com
Description: Teens ages 14+ have the opportunity to learn more about the fire service and get hands-on experience in the real life skills that our full-time volunteer firefighters use throughout their career.
Somerset Fire/Rescue Somerset, WI 54025
Chief Travis Bolisle: (715) 247-5364 somfire@somtel.net
Description: We recruit cadets that are in high school, generally 16 and up. We allow them to train to be a firefighter and first responder/EMT. When they graduate high school, they are eligible to join the department as a full member as long as they are 18 years of age.
Jane Lew Fire Department Rewey, WI 53580
Contact Info: (608) 943-6161 reweyfire@hotmail.com
Web Address: www.reweyvolunteerfiredept.homestead.com
Description: Goal is to give youth a sense of belonging and that they can help. It gives them the chance to see what firefighters do and to learn the basics before taking the Level 1 Firefighters Course.
Wyoming
Rewey Fire Department Gillette, WY 82716
Contact Info: J.R. Fox: (307) 682-5319 jfox@ccfire.us
Web Address: www.ccvfd.com
Description: The Campbell County Fire Department sponsors the cadet program. The cadets are actual members of the department. Cadets range in age from 12-17, once they turn 18 they can become full members of the fire department. The cadets train to the same standards and curriculum as our firefighters do. We train twice a month with the goal of reaching a level of proficiency that will allow our cadets to become firefighters with almost no additional training to meet Firefighter I requirements. The cadets are also allowed to participate in training in the following disciplines, Hazardous Materials, Wildland, First Aid/CPR, Rescue, Incident Command, Structural and other specialty areas. The program holds the cadets to a higher standard than other kids their age; they must maintain an agreed upon G.P.A. and will be terminated if they are convicted of any serious offense. The goal of the program is to provide the future of the emergency services, not only in Campbell County, but in the region as well.
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