Chestnut Ridge
Volunteer Fire Company
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Chestnut Ridge
Volunteer Fire Company
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FIREFIGHTER FOR A DAY
Discover what it's like to be a first responder!
Spend A Day With Us!
Do you ever dream of being a firefighter! Chestnut Ridge Volunteer Fire Company is opening its doors for an immersive, hands-on Firefighter for a Day Experience on Sunday,October 25!
This isn't just a tour—it’s your chance to step into the boots of a first responder. Gain practical experience by donning real Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE), gearing up with fire hoses, mastering ladder ops, and practicing essential rescue techniques. Along the way, you’ll learn critical fire safety, situational awareness, and the core teamwork needed in high-pressure environments.Whether you're looking to challenge yourself, serve your community, or kickstart a career in emergency services, this experience bridges the gap between curiosity and real action.
Spots are limited. Please read the additional information carefully and register using the form below!
Details
Who: Ages 16+Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Station 500 | 12020 Greenspring Ave, Owings Mills, MD
Registration Deadline: Friday, October 16, 2026
This is a practical experience, where attendees will be dressed in firefighter turnout gear and breathing apparatus and will be taking part in physical activities, which may involve artificial smoke effects, real flames, dark spaces, tripping hazards and other similar risks. Therefore, those taking part must be able to fit in the supplied fire gear sizes from Small to XXL and be physically capable of wearing breathing apparatus and conducting physical activities.
Minimum age of 16. Under 18’s must obtain parental/guardian permission.
Due to the nature of this experience, all participants involved in the practical experience must be able bodied and able to understand and follow verbal instructions.
Contact Us
(410) 887-7781
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