Having done this job for 37 yrs... get yourself a space blanket for your line pack. Spent many a nights on the line after the fire is extinguished and it gets real cold out in a hurry !
How exciting!!! You'll have to keep me updated on how your season is going!! Don't forget, you can email me pics from your summer and I will upload them to my webstie! I want to showcase you and your crews AWESOMENESS!!
Handcrew guy here in region 1 with the feds. Cool video, but just adding some realism to people who are new. You will get some jokes with gloves on your belt, my crew and some others this is an SOP to not do it. Also the neck shroud really same thing. Have never seen it used once in 5 years. Other than that not too bad, and no matter what buy a butt load of good socks, Darn Tough are my personal choice.
With you 100%, started my career in R1 (Panhandle & Nez Clear), now in R4 on an IHC, gloves on belt loop is a no no and I’ve used a shroud once, while on lookout getting absolutely sun-f****d on a desert fire 😂
@@500whpSTI hell yeah! Love those areas and was on a few fires there last year! Congrats on the IHC and have a safe year. Looks like it’s gonna be a long one
your dept is rich. we had to buy most of that stuff. the basics are. hard hat, green (pajama pants) yellows and hand tools. and a very simple lumbarpack
For the love of god bring an IFAK trauma kit for yourself and others around you. It is the only thing you might need and have zero time to go get or have it brought to you so make sure you have one. You probably won’t need it but accident do happen and it’s good for at least a couple people to have one
If I can find a copy of it, we have a pretty comprehensive list for National Guard crews when they get activated. Somewhere I might still have the BLM-Team Rubicon gear list as well. Socks. Lots of socks, and good quality ones.......
@@desireechoate7583 It varies from state to state, but in Oregon the NG crews can get activated if the governor declares a conflagration and resources are scarce. In the three seasons I’ve been with the state so far, guard crews have been called up two out of three years. There’s a high probability that they’ll get called up this year, Central Oregon is looking at high fire probability from now through September.
I’m doing dust busters llc and my pack test and two day training is in Eugene Oregon on April 9-11 and I was wondering if you can link me for a helmet and face mask with a filter because I’m not really trying to breathe in stuff! 😇 also happy to see a fellow girl wild land firefighter ❤️
Funny seeing this comment. I passed that training-April 9th- and got hired. It's was fun. The company seems to be the best. I hope you can go into the next classes, a lot of them coming up.
@@ZqueenB831 Bring Leukotape to tape you feet. Bring food. Bring Ibuprofen, caffeine pills, and benadryl and your own water bottles to drink from at night. Set an alarm to wake up at 4:45. Wear pants and durable clothes. Make sure you stay dry and warm when you sleep- keep your stuff in trash compactor bags in you backpack. Study the IRPG more. It was one of the best things I've done. They did a great job with the training. Everyone had a great attitude.
I had no idea so I did a quick search and from what I could tell, if you applied for a wilderness emt position, you could make more money. www.comparably.com/salaries/salaries-for-wilderness-emt and I found that the job outlook for emts are expected to grow 6% which is good. Are you already emt certified or are you asking because you aren't certd but are thinking about doing it?
@@wildlandfirefit I did a few years with the BLM-Team Rubicon program and mostly went out as an EMT-F. The AD pay rate was great, but now it's harder to get an AD gig. Medical contractors are really taking over the wildland medical side of things because agencies don't always have medical directors, plus navigating the licensing requirements was a pain. At one time I held five different state licenses and my national. Crew and engine contractors might give a small pay bump for being an EMT, state and fed usually don't. I'm a state employee now, and I don't get any pay benefit from being an EMT. I still keep it current because of my engine crew and coworkers.
I was issued a red bag, something very similar to this www.supplycache.com/collections/wildland-fire-gear-bags/products/red-bag-bucks-bags I found an old one at a flee market and honestly I would probably use it as my red bag again. It's very spacious but not too spacious to make me want to overpack (I am definitely an overpacker!)
@@wildlandfirefit ( My first year as well ( But I will be working with supply to the front line F. F. Driving back and forward) looking forward to your book.
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Having done this job for 37 yrs... get yourself a space blanket for your line pack. Spent many a nights on the line after the fire is extinguished and it gets real cold out in a hurry !
Thank you for making these vids! My first season is coming up and I’m on of a few woman’s on my crew so its super cool seeing another woman do this!!
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How exciting!!! You'll have to keep me updated on how your season is going!! Don't forget, you can email me pics from your summer and I will upload them to my webstie! I want to showcase you and your crews AWESOMENESS!!
My first season is coming up too!! What region are you in?
@@anniemcquesten6473 r8!!
How did y’all’s season go??
Just decide to be a wildfire dighter dont know where to start but seeing your videos helping out wish me luck
Have you checked out my free guide? I think it will help get you started. It's in the description box. Good luck!!
Handcrew guy here in region 1 with the feds. Cool video, but just adding some realism to people who are new. You will get some jokes with gloves on your belt, my crew and some others this is an SOP to not do it. Also the neck shroud really same thing. Have never seen it used once in 5 years. Other than that not too bad, and no matter what buy a butt load of good socks, Darn Tough are my personal choice.
With you 100%, started my career in R1 (Panhandle & Nez Clear), now in R4 on an IHC, gloves on belt loop is a no no and I’ve used a shroud once, while on lookout getting absolutely sun-f****d on a desert fire 😂
@@500whpSTI hell yeah! Love those areas and was on a few fires there last year! Congrats on the IHC and have a safe year. Looks like it’s gonna be a long one
Nicole Gould does a good breakout of gear. It's still up on the internet. Best of luck.
Be safe out there my firefighter hero 🧑🏻🚒🚒🔥
I love this video very informative I appreciate it very much Ronni keep up the awesome work 💪🏾💯😎 thank you for your service as a firefighter🚒💪🏾
your dept is rich. we had to buy most of that stuff. the basics are. hard hat, green (pajama pants) yellows and hand tools. and a very simple lumbarpack
I like your vlog a lot you do a good job on your vlog
Just did the physical test for the alberta fire fighting. Can’t wait if I’m hired and to join this profession!
Nice, good luck! Share the news either way, I'm invested now.
I did my physical and have my interview next week for Alberta fire aswell, maybe I’ll see you out there
For the love of god bring an IFAK trauma kit for yourself and others around you. It is the only thing you might need and have zero time to go get or have it brought to you so make sure you have one. You probably won’t need it but accident do happen and it’s good for at least a couple people to have one
(Not wildland but I hope to be one soon after high school and college) the pants just look comfortable for everyday use
Nice! Haha yes, they are really comfy!
Might be comfy, but very expensive haha.
If I can find a copy of it, we have a pretty comprehensive list for National Guard crews when they get activated. Somewhere I might still have the BLM-Team Rubicon gear list as well. Socks. Lots of socks, and good quality ones.......
Are National Guard crews different than regular crews? I just volunteered with my unit to join WLFF. Are we there only as backup?
@@desireechoate7583 It varies from state to state, but in Oregon the NG crews can get activated if the governor declares a conflagration and resources are scarce. In the three seasons I’ve been with the state so far, guard crews have been called up two out of three years. There’s a high probability that they’ll get called up this year, Central Oregon is looking at high fire probability from now through September.
@@jeffpierce6965 Oh Oregon nice. Sure is pretty there. I’m Nevada NG and this will be my first time. I’m super excited!
Cant forget the baby wipes
So true!!
I'm going to be working a dozer this next season. Started off on a type 1 hand crew in 2016.
That's awesome! Are you excited about it? Did you fight fire from 2016-2020 or did you take a break?
@@wildlandfirefit took a break after two years. Been back since this last year though.
@@opiethrice8746 rock on! Where are you going to be out this summer?
@@wildlandfirefit Colorado.
@@opiethrice8746 I'm in Colorado too!
I’m doing dust busters llc and my pack test and two day training is in Eugene Oregon on April 9-11 and I was wondering if you can link me for a helmet and face mask with a filter because I’m not really trying to breathe in stuff! 😇 also happy to see a fellow girl wild land firefighter ❤️
I'm about to apply for Dust Busters LLC or ODF!
@@priznmikeandtheboyz do it! I’m going to Eugene in April 9-11th follow me on Instagram and dm me @Katyalovexoxo I’ll help you with some steps ✌🏻
Funny seeing this comment. I passed that training-April 9th- and got hired. It's was fun. The company seems to be the best. I hope you can go into the next classes, a lot of them coming up.
I’m training there this coming weekend! What should I expect? What should I bring besides what db sent in the email?
@@ZqueenB831 Bring Leukotape to tape you feet. Bring food. Bring Ibuprofen, caffeine pills, and benadryl and your own water bottles to drink from at night. Set an alarm to wake up at 4:45. Wear pants and durable clothes. Make sure you stay dry and warm when you sleep- keep your stuff in trash compactor bags in you backpack. Study the IRPG more. It was one of the best things I've done. They did a great job with the training. Everyone had a great attitude.
if you still monitor this channel i have a few questions.
You should look into COAXSHER gear top of the line...
I wear contacts, and I’m going to be wildland firefighting in Canada, do you recommend I buy glasses or am I alright with contacts
Definitely glasses. Foreign bodies all day long.
Why do you not use half masks or other types of respiratory equipment?
Hey what kind of gloves do they supply? Are they fire resistant ? Thanks
🍻 cheers
They are leather gloves, don't believe they are fire resistant.
@@wildlandfirefit thanks do you know the brand, where can I get some
Wet wipes!
After you apply How long does it take to hear back from the usda hand crew
Your so cute I hope when I meet my sole mate I hope she’s like you but I don’t think anybody’s is as cute as you. I salute you mam much love
Aw thank you so much! I'm sure whoever she is, she's going to be amazing!!
Getting ready to take my refresher course for S130/S190 then my red card do you get more money if you're a wilderness EMT out on a fire?
I had no idea so I did a quick search and from what I could tell, if you applied for a wilderness emt position, you could make more money.
www.comparably.com/salaries/salaries-for-wilderness-emt and I found that the job outlook for emts are expected to grow 6% which is good. Are you already emt certified or are you asking because you aren't certd but are thinking about doing it?
@@wildlandfirefit I did a few years with the BLM-Team Rubicon program and mostly went out as an EMT-F. The AD pay rate was great, but now it's harder to get an AD gig. Medical contractors are really taking over the wildland medical side of things because agencies don't always have medical directors, plus navigating the licensing requirements was a pain. At one time I held five different state licenses and my national. Crew and engine contractors might give a small pay bump for being an EMT, state and fed usually don't. I'm a state employee now, and I don't get any pay benefit from being an EMT. I still keep it current because of my engine crew and coworkers.
Can you wear contacts lens
Or glasses ?
Yes you can!
@@wildlandfirefitare there agency’s that have people work full time ?
@@eloylopez8509 oh ya! There are part-time and full-time jobs
What was your first bag and what is better bag you take now of all your persoal item (it my first seasonen.)
I was issued a red bag, something very similar to this www.supplycache.com/collections/wildland-fire-gear-bags/products/red-bag-bucks-bags
I found an old one at a flee market and honestly I would probably use it as my red bag again. It's very spacious but not too spacious to make me want to overpack (I am definitely an overpacker!)
@@wildlandfirefit ( My first year as well ( But I will be working with supply to the front line F. F. Driving back and forward) looking forward to your book.
by any chance would you recommend the Garmin instinct tactical watch?
I haven't used that specific watch before but I would recommend Garmin, I've had a few Garmin products and really like them.
@@wildlandfirefit Are they durable enough to survive a fire season?
Believe in Jesus Christ and the blood He shed for you and repent of your sins and be saved from hell before it’s eternally too late if you haven’t already. May God bless
Can’t you just buy most of your own stuff like tent , water bottles etc
What dist did you work out of?
I was out of the Burley, ID field office in the Twin Falls district
@@wildlandfirefit lol small world i have been in nv-bmd for the past 7
@@wildlandfirefit crazy I'm Idaho Falls district
I want to be a fire jumper
rock on... I say go for it!