5 Ways To Train for the Wildland Firefighting Season
Wildfire-fighting season is getting closer and may already be here. Are you in the shape you need to be in for your job? Here are a few training tips.
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The Future of the Firefighter Helmet: 3 Trends To Know
Firefighter's helmets are a distinctive part of their wardrobe and equipment, designed with safety and comfort in mind. Here's a glimpse at their future.
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The Importance of Regular Maintenance for Firefighter Tools
A firefighter is only as good as their tools. Therefore, taking care of them before, after, and sometimes even during a blaze is crucial. Here are a few tips.
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How Should Your Wildland Fire Boots Fit?
It's important for wildland firefighters to wear boots designed for the job. Here's what to expect about the fit of your wildland fire boots.
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What To Know About Becoming a Wildland Firefighter
Wildland firefighting is a tough, demanding, yet ultimately rewarding occupation that’s good for society and the environment. Here’s how to pursue this career.
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Why Are Firefighter Helmets Shaped That Way?
The traditional firefighter helmet has an incredibly unique and immediately identifiable design—but not all firefighting helmets are the same.
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A Brief Guide to the Different Types of Firefighter Gloves
Gloves aren’t usually a piece of equipment people connect with firefighters, but they’re an indispensable tool in their work. Here are a few different types.
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Tips for Breaking in Tactical Firefighting Boots
Whenever you buy footwear, you need to break them in. Wildfire boots are no exception. Here are several tips for breaking in tactical firefighting boots.
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The Different Materials Used in Wildland Protective Clothing
The kind of material used in wildfire-fighting clothing can be the difference between life and death. What substances are used for wildland protective clothing?
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What Exactly Makes Water Such a Great Firefighting Agent?
Water is almost always the best medium to use when putting out a fire. How does that work, and what exactly makes water such a great firefighting agent?
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Why Mental Health Is Important for Wildland Firefighters
If you’re a wildland firefighter, you know that your physical health is important. But what’s the state of your mental health? Stress can take its toll there.
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Structural vs. Wildland Firefighting: What’s the Difference?
There's more than one way to fight a fire, and there are even more firefighting occupations. Learn the differences between structural and wildland firefighting.
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