Membership - Chestnut Ridge Volunteer Fire Company

Chestnut Ridge
Volunteer Fire Company

We Can't Do It Without You
If you have the passion to serve your community, become a volunteer Firefighter, Emergency Medical Technician, or Paramedic with us! Whether you already have training in these areas or you are new to emergency services, we are happy to work with you and give you the training and experience you need to be a successful part of our team. You can also choose to be an Associate Member and assist us with community events, administrative tasks, and fundraising. Emergency training is free and protective gear is provided.
Raael's Story
Firefighter Raael Kelley has been a member since 2022
Natalie's Story
EMT Natalie Geipe has been a member since 2021
Chris' Story
EMT/Firefighter Chris Tsui has been a member since 2018
Become a Member Today
We strive to provide the best possible service to our community. This requires continuous training and education, all of which is provided to our members free of charge. If you are willing to put in the time and effort, you can become an EMT or Firefighter at absolutely no cost to you!
Fire & Rescue
Extinguish fires and handle a variety of emergency situations
Directly involved in fire suppression, rescue, and hazard mitigation
APPLY
FREE Firefighter training and all gear is provided!
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Emergency Medical Services & Special Operations
Provide emergency medical care in a variety of situations
Respond to emergency calls involving injury or illness
APPLY
FREE EMT training and all gear is provided!
Associate
Assist with community events and administrative tasks
Non-riding members welcome!
APPLY
No EMS, fire, or rescue training is required of Associate members.
Apply Now
Fill out and submit this interest form and we'll get in touch with you!
Maryland Tax Incentives
Maryland residents receive up to $7,000 tax credit (as of 2022 tax year) after three years of active service with a volunteer fire/EMS department in Maryland.

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FAQs
What are the minimum requirements?
What are the benefits of being a member?
What makes Chestnut Ridge unique?
How long does the training take?
How much time do I need to commit each month?
Are there always people at the station?
Do volunteers receive the same training as career and paid firefighters and EMTs?
Where do we get our training?
What do the different color helmets mean?

We Can't Do It Without You

Raael's Story

Natalie's Story

Chris' Story

Become a Member Today

We strive to provide the best possible service to our community. This requires continuous training and education, all of which is provided to our members free of charge. If you are willing to put in the time and effort, you can become an EMT or Firefighter at absolutely no cost to you!

Fire & Rescue

Join Today

Emergency Medical Services & Special Operations

Associate

Apply Now

Fill out and submit this interest form and we'll get in touch with you!

Maryland Tax Incentives

Maryland residents receive up to $7,000 tax credit (as of 2022 tax year) after three years of active service with a volunteer fire/EMS department in Maryland.

Have a home away from home

When you walk in the door of the Chestnut Ridge Volunteer Fire Company house, you’ll be home. You are even more than a volunteer with a great organization who has an important mission serving the community. You’ll become part of our fire house family and make many new friends along the way.

A Second Family Like No Other

LOSAP / Retirement Program

FAQs

What are the minimum requirements?

What are the benefits of being a member?

What makes Chestnut Ridge unique?

How long does the training take?

How much time do I need to commit each month?

Are there always people at the station?

Do volunteers receive the same training as career and paid firefighters and EMTs?

Where do we get our training?

What do the different color helmets mean?