FFT2s Pass The Pack Test

On January 10th our FFT2s, Hannah and Kayla, completed and passed their Pack Test (annual fitness test) at the Kroc Center in Coeur d’Alene, ID. Hannah bettered her 2015 time by about 50 seconds. This was the first time Kayla took the test and she passed with no issues.

Both tried their best to beat (the old guy) Gary’s time but he claims that he was faster and carried more weight haha.

On Saturday we are holding our annual refresher course – RT-130. We are still waiting for the federal solicitation to be released this month – expected January 19th.

As you can tell, we are all getting very excited!

Be Safe,

2016 Fire Season is Almost Here

While there is still snow on the ground here in Eastern Washington we are already busy preparing for the 2016 wildland fire season.

Gary and I completed our Pack Test (annual fitness test) on January 6th at the Spokane Club. I just did the walk test because I will not be on the fire line. Firefighters Hannah and Kayla will do theirs tomorrow at the Kroc Center in Coeur d’Alene. We are holding our refresher class, RT-130, next week.

Gary completing his physical competency Pack Test

Engine 571 is loaded and ready to roll. We have scheduled our annual inspection for the beginning of February.

Engine 571 is ready for the season

The U.S. Forest Service has a new solicitation coming out this month and we are ready submit our bid. We are also attending their pre-season meeting in Colville on January 27th.

So as you can see, while the holiday season is barely behind us and egg nog is still fresh on our minds, Canyon Fire is already in full gear preparing for a busy fire season.

Be Safe,