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Post by WebBoss on Nov 19, 2007 8:46:27 GMT -5
 Rumor has it that the new 311 Battallion Chief will be 3107 so that you can be "Safety Battallion 3105" Therefore your number is and current log in is just fine. That's my rumor and I'm sticking to it!!!!!!!! ;D ;D In all seriousness, it's sad to hear that you are stepping down. We know that whomever is your next up and coming will be more the prepared for the tasks and challenges at hand, it's just tough to see a local icon step down. Hopefully now you'll have more time to share with us and keep us safe and well informed!
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Post by 3105 on Nov 19, 2007 17:04:30 GMT -5
Thanks for the kind words....I'm trying to see it more as a re-ordering of priorities rather than a bad thing; I have thoroughly enjoyed leading the Mayhem on Main Street troops and it's been a great honor. Looking ahead, I see a lot more Spam being dumped on the old lunch plate and want to be prepared. Truth be told, trying to balance the demands of BC, TO, and HSO is like juggling chainsaws...one slip and you're going to be missing something important.
Another reason is an ever-increasing desire to get back to my roots as an instructor/teacher. Looking around this department of mine as well as this county of ours, I see a fantastic bunch of present and future chief officers filled with piss, vinegar, and the motivation to do a professional job. It's kind of invigorating to watch these "young-uns" and realize that the future is being written now, if we will only stop for a second and watch it happen and maybe perhaps add to their informational bank.
Wow...sorry to wander off track so much..... (we Irish always use ten words when one will do)
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Post by Anger Management on Nov 21, 2007 0:15:43 GMT -5
I hope you don't mind me joining your forum.
Bryan Koneful
Camden County Voorhees Station 663. I also work in Medcom full time nights. I know, who cares!
I pretty much listen to everthing that goes on in Burlington County while I am at work.(I.E. Nothing better to do) Besides Burlington County has a better radio system and Fire Academy than Camden County does.
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JDub
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Post by JDub on Nov 21, 2007 7:51:12 GMT -5
I don't agree with the comment about the academy. I went to Camden's Academy and enjoyed it and also thought it was a great academy. I think you should look at them like this...each academy has something to offer a firefighter. Whether it is their approach on a class, facilties, or time of class so it fits your schedule.
It is nice to have you here.
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Post by WebBoss on Nov 21, 2007 8:03:59 GMT -5
Hey brother everyone's entitled to their opinions.
To the Vorhees lad... welcome to our humble abode here and I know I'm looking forward to hearing a freash opinion about things!
Sit down and enjoy the educational (hopefully) ride.
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Post by fire211rescue on Nov 23, 2007 16:08:53 GMT -5
Matt Revy Station 211, 213, 219 I'm hear to do what any good subordinate firefighter should do. Shut up, listen, learn, and do what I'm told, the right way, when I am told to do it.  |
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Post by Anger Management on Nov 23, 2007 20:03:08 GMT -5
I don't agree with the comment about the academy. I went to Camden's Academy and enjoyed it and also thought it was a great academy. I think you should look at them like this...each academy has something to offer a firefighter. Whether it is their approach on a class, facilties, or time of class so it fits your schedule. It is nice to have you here. Don't get me wrong, I just think Burlington County has a better array of classes to offer than Camden County. Thank you for the warm welcome, I look forward to interacting with all you on this forum. |
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Post by RngrVnc33 on Nov 23, 2007 20:16:50 GMT -5
IMHO Camden has WAY more fire in the hands on classes........
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JDub
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Post by JDub on Nov 23, 2007 21:04:21 GMT -5
Check out the new academy poll and thread so we can continue this discussion in a more appropriate place. I know it was my fault to begin with so I decided to make a thread about it.
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Post by smthborenzzle on Nov 25, 2007 13:22:42 GMT -5
Scott Callahan Lt Dist 10. I'd like to see some different perspectives on training and other issues.
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Post by mumbles181 on Nov 26, 2007 21:59:19 GMT -5
Matthew Jakob Sta. 181 & 189. I'm here to continue learning.
The Username says it all.
Quote from a great mentor of mine: "When you believe you have learned everything then it's time to get out."
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Post by cfd200 on Nov 27, 2007 0:17:35 GMT -5
Jesse Nickum, Firefighter station 202 cinn city, here to learn as much as i can, and to talk to other people in this bussiness.
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Post by FirstDue312 on Nov 27, 2007 21:28:07 GMT -5
FF/EMT Jon Clifford
Moorestown, Station 312 and Station 319
I'm on the site to learn as much as I can from the 'experienced' firefighters who have seen a lot more of the beast than me, have a good time, and mostly try to supplement classroom learning since I can't get it while I'm away at college. I hope to be joining Fairfax or Manassas Fire Dept next semester so I can take classes while I'm not in the 3-1.
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Post by WebBoss on Nov 28, 2007 7:23:08 GMT -5
What/Where do you go to school at Jon?
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Post by bricker252 on Nov 28, 2007 13:03:33 GMT -5
Matt Bricker
I run at station 252 and do duty crews at 163.
Here to learn.
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Post by FirstDue312 on Nov 28, 2007 14:09:41 GMT -5
I go to school at George Mason University
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Post by voyager9 on Nov 28, 2007 19:31:10 GMT -5
David Hawes
LT - Mount Laurel - Station 363
Here to soak some new knowledge into the ole meat-sponge.
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Post by thelurker on Nov 29, 2007 19:54:09 GMT -5
FF/EMT Jon Clifford Moorestown, Station 312 and Station 319 I'm on the site to learn as much as I can from the 'experienced' firefighters who have seen a lot more of the beast than me, have a good time, and mostly try to supplement classroom learning since I can't get it while I'm away at college. I hope to be joining Fairfax or Manassas Fire Dept next semester so I can take classes while I'm not in the 3-1. My cousin works for Fairfax, let us know if you join there and I will ask him to help you out an get your back on stuff. |
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Post by FirstDue312 on Nov 29, 2007 20:08:40 GMT -5
Yeah I'm considering stopping in soon and seeing what its like and how they run and what not. I'll be sure to let you know, thanks a lot for the heads up I really appreciate it
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Post by TaskForce25 on Dec 3, 2007 3:22:28 GMT -5
Jay Kormann from District 25. I'm an associate member of Station 252 and their webmaster as well. I am also the webmaster for Station 251 (Yes, I know that their site is currently down. I'm working on that.). I would have been a firefighter, however I have Muscular Dystrophy. Fortunately, I was still able to get involved in some way and have never looked back. I just recently became the Burlington County Editor for PhillyFireNews.com, so whenever any of your companies have working jobs, be sure to send photos my way so we can get them up on the site ASAP.
I got into the fire service due to my late grandfather Al Allen's influence. In the late 40's through the mid to late 50's he was a member of Maple Shade FD and served as Engineer for a time. He was a charter/founding member of Maple Shade Rescue (Station 108) and served as their first chief. In 1968 he joined Taunton Fire Company (then known as Lakes Vol. Fire Company) serving as chief from 1971-79 and as an active firefighter until 1992. He ran with Station 225 in Evesham for about 5 years in the 80's as well.
For those of you that take classes at the Camden County academy, my uncle Paul Kormann is an instructor there. I have a cousin that just got on as a career man in Gloucester City and another uncle that runs with Deptford Station 9-1 as well.
Sorry for writing a book here...
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Rumor has it that the new 311 Battallion Chief will be 3107 so that you can be "Safety Battallion 3105"
