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EMS Volunteers Statistics EMT Classes CPR Classes RLFR EMS DIVIS ION If you or a loved one ever faces a medical emergency, rest assured, you’re in good hands. The EMS Division team includes skilled paramedics as well as emergency medical technicians (EMTs) who are usually ready at a moment’s notice. They provide a level of care that’s not often found in communities our size. Red Lodge EMS provides: -911 medical response at a BLS to critical care level including: -medical emergencies -CPR, Strokes, and other time-sensitive emergencies -motor vehicle accidents -structure fires -search and rescue -mental health emergencies -other accidents and trauma-related calls -Interfacility transfers -EMT, EMR, CPR, and first aid education -Event standbys -Community Paramedicine -Support for other Divisions and agencies VOLUNTEERS IN EMS Volunteers We offer the following volunteer opportunities in the EMS Division: -Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) -Advanced EMT -Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) -Paramedic -Driver (no medical license reqiredd) If you are not currently licensed, we offer EMT level classes annually and EMR classes when demand and capacity allows. We are happy to take people that are already licensed in Montana as an EMR or above. Being a member of EMS and being “On Call” EMS is the most demanding division at RLFR in terms of call volume, responding to almost 700 calls a year. One-third of these calls for service are patient transfers from Red Lodge to Billings, a round trip of at least 3 hours. EMS volunteers are self-motivated and driven to serve the community. Our average volunteer fulfills over 400 on-call hours (about 3 shifts a month), responds to over 3 calls a month and attends over 40 hours of training annually. Meetings and trainings are held on Wednesday evenings, so having this time available in your schedule is important. We request that members sign up for on-call shifts. Typical call shifts are 12 hours although you can sign up for shorter periods of time. You can make these work with your schedule and sleeping quarters are available at the station. You will also have the opportunity to sign up for events and do work around the station and in the community. Training and Benefits We have a robust continuing education program with training opportunities at least 3 Wednesday per month. Most of these trainings are designed to be compliant with NREMT requirements for recertification. Others focus on scenarios, specific skills and Red Lodge EMS procedures. Active EMS members receive a monetary stipend for calls, transfers, and standbys. Additionally, to show our appreciation for the many hours members put in, our members are eligible for our incentives program. As a member, you and your family have access to the camaraderie of a great group of people, our gym, pre-training meals, Peer Support, and more. Join Us STATISTICS Statistics Fiscal Year 22-23 Type of Calls Number of Calls by Disposition Number of Calls by Level of Service Number of Calls per Day EMS Patient Transports Call Distribution through the year - call numbers are indicated by red gradation, grey indicates no calls. Peak dates were July 15, 2022 and March 12, 2023 with 9 calls each day. Location of Calls

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FOUNDATION FUNDRAISING INFO DONATE DONATIONS INFO FOUNDATION The purpose of the Red Lodge Fire Rescue Foundation is to provide financial and other support to the Fire, EMS and Search and Rescue divisions of Red Lodge Fire Rescue and and their respective members. This support is broad-based and comprehensive, and extends to providing material and equipment support as needed by each division to accomplish its mission, as well as emergency need-based grants and loans to the members in good standing of Red Lodge Fire Rescue. Annually, the Foundation selectively provides post-secondary school educational scholarships to children of qualified members of Red Lodge Fire Rescue to help defray the costs of post-secondary school education or vocational training. The Foundation also selectively extends financial support to members of Red Lodge Fire Rescue on a need-basis to enable them to obtain and further their professional training and/or other educational goals. The Foundation is a non-profit, tax exempt (501(c)(3)) corporation. The Foundation's Board of Directors is comprised of current and former members of Red Lodge Fire Rescue. FUNDRAISING FUNDRAISING INFO FUNDRAISING The Foundation also administers a comprehensive annual fund-raising effort to support the Foundation's activities as well as the activities of Red Lodge Fire Rescue and its members. A ll donations received by the Foundation are used to support the activities of the Foundation as well as Red Lodge Fire Rescue and its members on an as-needed basis. DONATIONS DONATIONS WANT TO MAKE A DONATION? You may make a donation to: the Foundation and/or Red Lodge Fire Rescue online by accessing the Donate button below or by mailing a check* payable to: Red Lodge Fire Rescue Foundation at P.O. Box 318, Red Lodge, MT 59068. *Please indicate on your check (or enter a note where prompted if making an online donation) if your donation is intended to benefit only Red Lodge Fire Rescue or a particular division (EMS, Fire or SAR) of Red Lodge Fire Rescue. Otherwise, your donation will be received in support of the Foundation and Red Lodge Fire Rescue. DONATE SHOP NOW! DONATE TO RLFR THROUGH AMAZON SMILE When you shop at smile.amazon.com, Amazon donates to Red Lodge Fire Rescue for every purchase.

JOIN US Volunteering EMT CLASS INFORMATION Job Opportunities BE AN IMPORTANT PART OF OUR COMMUNITY Do you have an interest in serving your community? Are you looking for a way t o help others and gain new skills? We have a job for you! Red Lodge Fire Rescue is always looking for NEW MEMBERS to join our Fire, EMS, Search and Rescue and Support divisions . Learn More about Volunteering Stop By One Legged Magpie on Sept 23 between 4-6pm Learn more about volunteering with Red Lodge Fire Rescue by talking to current members, enjoying a snack and discovering the opportunities RLFR has to offer. A big thanks to One Legged Magpie for letting us take over Happy Hour! VOLUNTEERING VOLUNTEERING WITH RLFR Red Lodge Fire Rescue We are a combination volunteer and career fire department that serves the communities of Red Lodge, Bearcreek, Luther, and surrounding areas in Carbon County, Montana. We provide a wide variety of quality, comprehensive emergency services not often found in communities our size. Red Lodge Fire Rescue has opportunities to volunteer in the Fire, Emergency Medical Service (EMS), Search and Rescue (SAR), and Support Divisions. No prior emergency services experience is necessary, we can train you! Being a volunteer member of Fire, SAR or EMS is demanding work for both members and their families, but our members find it worth it. You will enjoy camaraderie, new friendships, and an opportunity to learn, advance, and serve neighbors and guests in the community in a meaningful way. You will be a part of something bigger; a vital and respected organization filled with like-minded people from all walks of life. DIVISIONS EMS Applications for licensed members and drivers are accepted year round. Applications for the EMT class are accepted in September. READ MORE APPLY Read More SEARCH & RESCUE (SAR) Applications are accepted through September and interviews are completed by Sept. 15. All new SAR members go through Recruit Academy which begins the 2nd Saturday in January. READ MORE APPLY Read More FIRE Applications are accepted beginning in September and interviews are completed by Nov 15. All new firefighters go through Recruit Academy which begins in December. READ MORE APPLY Read More SUPPORT Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. READ MORE APPLY Read More VOLUNTEER APPLICATION APPLY APPLICATION DEADLINES - We accept applications throughout the year. EMS applicants with a license and SUPPORT division applications are reviewed as they are received. OTHER applications are reviewed based on our recruit training calendar with the following application review deadlines : EMS - EMT CLASS - Aug 22 SEARCH AND RESCUE - October 15 FIRE - October 10 PROCESS- After your application has been submitted, it will be reviewed by the training officer and Assistant Chief in charge of that division. An interview will then be scheduled with the training officer and several members. After the interview, we will perform a background and driver's license check. For licensed EMS members, we will review your license for disciplinary actions. Download an application and email it to amy@redlodgefire.com , mail it in or drop it by the station. DOWNLOAD VOLUNTEER APPLICATION or fill out an application online JOB OPPORTUNITIES JOB OPPORTUNITIES No positions at this time. EMT Class Information Questions? VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR Amy Hyfield Email

JOIN US Volunteering EMT CLASS INFORMATION Job Opportunities VOLUNTEERING LEARN MORE 1/12 BE AN IMPORTANT PART OF OUR COMMUNITY Do you have an interest in serving your community? Are you looking for a way t o help others and gain new skills? We have a job for you! Red Lodge Fire Rescue is always looking for NEW MEMBERS to join our Fire, EMS, Search and Rescue and Support divisions . DIVISIONS EMS Applications for licensed members and drivers are accepted year round. Applications for the EMT class are accepted in September. READ MORE APPLY Read More SEARCH & RESCUE (SAR) Applications are accepted through September and interviews are completed by Sept. 15. All new SAR members go through Recruit Academy which begins the 2nd Saturday in January. READ MORE APPLY Read More FIRE Applications are accepted beginning in September and interviews are completed by Nov 15. All new firefighters go through Recruit Academy which begins in December. READ MORE APPLY Read More SUPPORT Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. READ MORE APPLY Read More VOLUNTEER APPLICATION APPLY APPLICATION DEADLINES - We accept applications throughout the year. EMS applicants with a license and SUPPORT division applications are reviewed as they are received. OTHER applications are reviewed based on our recruit training calendar with the following application review deadlines : EMT CLASS - Aug 22 SEARCH AND RESCUE - October 15 FIRE - October 10 PROCESS- After your application has been submitted, it will be reviewed by the training officer and Assistant Chief in charge of that division. An interview will then be scheduled with the training officer and several members. After the interview, we will perform a background and driver's license check. For licensed EMS members, we will review your license for disciplinary actions. Download an application and email it to amy@redlodgefire.com , mail it in or drop it by the station. DOWNLOAD VOLUNTEER APPLICATION or fill out an application online JOB OPPORTUNITIES JOB OPPORTUNITIES No positions at this time. Questions? VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR Amy Hyfield Email

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ABOUT US Greetings! Red Lodge Fire Rescue is a community-centered emergency response organization that serves our unique and vibrant community. We are proud to provide a level of comprehensive service that’s not often found in communities our size. We could not do what we do without our dedicated membership. Our volunteers are always willing to give of their time and are some of the most enthusiastic, thoughtful, and generous people I know. Our career staff is equally impressive in their dedication, professionalism, and focus. Our community also plays an important role in what we do. I’m overwhelmed by the kindness and generosity of the people who live here. At every turn, members of the community are ready to help. They donate their time and money, and turn out to help families affected by fire and other devastating emergencies. I speak for everyone in the department when I say we are deeply honored to serve the community where we live, and grateful for every donation and word of thanks we receive. It is only with the support of the community that we are able to provide the level of service that we do. Sincerely, Tom Kuntz, Fire Chief ABOUT RLFR ABOUT RLFR Red Lodge Fire Rescue Known for its scenic mountain vistas, year-round recreation opportunities, and vibrant social scene, Red Lodge is unique – and so are its emergency response needs. The City of Red Lodge and our surrounding Carbon County service area - including Red Lodge Rural Fire District 7 and the Red Lodge - Roberts Ambulance District - is home to approximately 3,500 residents, but in the summer and winter tourist seasons, visitors can outnumber residents. Red Lodge Fire Rescue consists of three operational divisions - Fire, EMS, and Search and Rescue - as well as a Support Division and administrative personnel. We respond to approximately 800 calls for service annually within our service areas which include the City of Red Lodge, Red Lodge Rural Fire District 7, and the Red Lodge - Roberts Ambulance District and Carbon County. We respond to structure and wildland fires, motor vehicle accidents, emergency medical incidents, lost and injured hikers, and much more. The Fire, EMS, Search and Rescue, and Support divisions are staffed by approximately 100 volunteers and 12 full-time and part-time paid staff. Volunteers are the backbone of each division and many of our volunteers participate in more than one division. Red Lodge Fire Rescue is proud to serve our community and is honored to receive the incredible support given by our community. DEPARTMENT HISTORY DEPARTMENT HISTORY Serving Our Community for Over 100 Years R ed Lodge Fire Rescue and its predecessors have provided emergency services to the Red Lodge community since 1902. In the early days, fire responses included a single horse-drawn hose cart and volunteer bucket brigade. For decades, the Red Lodge Fire Department was housed in City Hall. With the acquisition of more modern equipment and an increase in volunteer and paid staff, the Fire Department outgrew its home in City Hall. In 1988 the Dimich family donated the former Pepsi bottling plant at the intersection of Broadway and Highway 78 at the north end of Red Lodge for use as a fire station. That location has been the home of Red Lodge Fire Rescue ever since. Improvements have been made to the building using volunteer labor and donations from the community as well as local, state, and federal resources when available. The Red Lodge Rural Fire Department was established in 1978. The Rural Fire Department originally serviced the surrounding area outside the Red Lodge city limits, but was assisted by the City Fire Department on many calls. Likewise, the firefighters with the Rural Fire Department occasionally assisted the City Fire Department when needed. The two fire departments shared volunteers and equipment and were housed in the station located at the intersection of Broadway and Highway 78. In 2010, the Red Lodge - Roberts Ambulance District was created with ambulances stationed at the fire station in Red Lodge and in Roberts. In 2015, the City Fire Department, the Rural Fire Department (Red Lodge Rural District 7), and the Red Lodge - Roberts Ambulance District entered into an agreement for the purpose of consolidating their respective operations under the umbrella of Red Lodge Fire Rescue. Carbon County Search and Rescue, which had operated under the Carbon County Sheriff’s Department, also joined the consolidation agreement in 2015. Red Lodge Fire Rescue now consists of four operational divisions - the Fire Division, the EMS Division, the Search and Rescue Division, and the Support Division. The Fire Chief of Red Lodge Fire Rescue has operational authority over each division. Consolidation has allowed Red Lodge Fire Rescue to operate more efficiently on a smaller combined budget while still providing high-quality service. Red Lodge Fire Rescue has become a model for other departments across the state and region. Looking to the future, Red Lodge Fire Rescue will continue to be a progressive department, growing as the community grows. RLFR Reports and Audits REPORTS and AUDITS Meeting announcements, reports and Audits have been moved to the Governance Section