Apply for Ricochet Wildland + Technical Rescue Dual-Cert Gear

October 6, 2026

Ricochet and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) want to help volunteer departments improve safety and effectiveness by providing the right gear for the real world demands of the calls they run. The October application period for the Ricochet PPE Award Program is now open, and eligible departments can apply for five sets of Ricochet Wildland + Technical Rescue Dual-Cert Gear.

To be eligible to apply, departments must meet the following criteria:

  • Annually respond to wildfires (includes grassfires/brushfires) and provide emergency medical and/or rescue services
  • Have at least one active NVFC member
  • Be over 50% volunteer; paid on-call is considered volunteer
  • Serve a population of 25,000 or less
  • Be located in the U.S. and legally organized under state law
  • Demonstrate a need for the gear

Ricochet Wildland + Technical Rescue Dual-Cert Gear is NFPA 1977 & 1951 compliant, lightweight, and has a single-layer design (no moisture barrier). Five departments will be selected to each receive five sets of gear (jacket and pant).

This is the third and final of three application periods in the Ricochet PPE Award Program. The August application period was for Ricochet Out Front™ Technical Rescue Gear, and September application period was for Ricochet Wildland Gear. Applying for and/or being awarded one type of gear does not make you ineligible to apply for another.

Learn more about the program and apply for five sets of Ricochet Wildland + Technical Rescue Dual-Cert Gear for your department by noon ET on October 30 at www.nvfc.org/ricochet.

About Ricochet
At Ricochet, we know what volunteer firefighters face – tough calls, tight budgets, and the constant pressure to protect their communities. That’s why every set of gear we build is designed with real firefighter input – so it performs when lives depend on it, without unnecessary cost or complexity. From structural and wildland to technical rescue and EMS, our NFPA-compliant PPE is crafted with pride in Philadelphia and built to last. Making the switch to non-PFAS gear? We make it easy – same protection, durability, and comfort, plus clear guidance and grant-friendly options – because your health matters as much as your safety. Volunteers choose Ricochet for trusted protection, budget-smart solutions, and gear that stands up to years of service. Because making it home matters most. Learn more or contact us at RicochetGear.com or call 215-849-1971.

About the NVFC
The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is the leading nonprofit membership association representing the interests of the volunteer fire and emergency medical services. The NVFC unites and supports volunteer and combination fire and EMS organizations through education, advocacy, leadership development, and collaboration. Guided by professionalism and innovation, we provide the tools and resources needed to protect communities, advance responder health and safety, and prepare leaders for the future. Learn more and join at www.nvfc.org.