


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 Like A Firefighter!
Ever dreamed of stepping into the boots of a firefighter? Chestnut Ridge Volunteer Fire Company is opening its doors on Saturday, October 24, for an action-packed, hands-on experience!
This isn't a passive station tour. You’ll suit up in full protective gear, operate charged hose lines, climb ground ladders, and execute
real rescue techniques alongside our crew. Whether you're curious about volunteering, exploring a career in emergency services, or looking for an incredible personal challenge, this is your chance to answer the call.Space is limited to ensure a high-impact, hands-on day. Read the details below and secure your spot today!
Details
Who: Ages 16+Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Chestnut Ridge Volunteer Fire Company, 12020 Greenspring Avenue, Owings Mills, Maryland (MAP)
Registration Deadline: Monday, October 5, 2026
This is a hands-on, 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.
Spaces are limited to ensure a hands-on, high-quality experience. Preference will be given to registrants who live near the fire station.
PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum age of 16. Participants under 18 years old must obtain parent/guardian permission.
- Must be able to fit in the supplied fire gear, sizes from Small to XX-Large
- Must be capable of wearing and/or carrying gear and equipment up to 50 pounds and conducting physical activities.
- Must be able-bodied and able to understand and follow verbal instructions in English.
- Must sign a waiver releasing the fire company from liability.
Gear Up For Action!
Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled, hands-on tour of the job! You’ll rotate through four action-packed stations designed to give you the ultimate real-world firefighter experience.
Station 1: Suit Up & Survive (Turnout Gear & Breathing Apparatus)
Go head-to-head in high-stakes timed gear races! Feel the weight of full protective gear, strap on an air tank, and master controlled breathing, buddy-breathing, and emergency safety features under pressure.Station 2: Fire, Water & Heavy Lines (Pumps, Hoses & Extinguishers)
Unleash the power of a fully charged fire hose! Learn how water flows from hydrant to fire—and what happens when a water source is miles away. Master portable fire extinguishers, take down targets, and show off your precision with a round of hose bowling!Station 3: Reach New Heights (Ladder Operations)
Master the art of high-elevation tactical rescue. Learn the mechanics of carrying and positioning ground ladders, then test your grit as you scale the ladder and practice a quick-escape scenario.Station 4: A Crash Course in Rescue (Heavy Rescue Operations)
Crush metal, lift tons, and save lives. Take control of heavy-duty extrication equipment, mechanical lifting tools, and confined-space
rescue gear to pull a simulated victim from a crashed vehicle.Register Now
Fill out and submit this form by Monday, October 5th, and we'll follow up with more information!
Contact Us
(410) 887-7781
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