Monday, October 13, 2014

Fire Prevention Week In Gravenhurst 2014

Monday at Station 3 in Barkway.


An opportunity for the public to learn the proper use of fire extinguishers.

Tuesday at Station 2 in Kilworthy


The new Unit 10 was officially placed in service.  According to tradition it was pushed back into the hall by all who were present.



Wednesday at Station 1

Some of our younger visitors were introduced to firefighters in full turnout gear.



There was also a demonstration of the auto extrication.




Sunday, August 25, 2013

Dog Days of Summer, First Responders Funfest

On August 10 2013, the Gravenhurst Volunteer Fire Department, Muskoka EMS, Ministry of Natural Resources and OPP Bracebridge Detachment held a fund raiser for Cystic Fibrosis Canada.



The weather was great. 

Tyson Allen was the guest of honour.

The days activities included tours of the District of Muskoka's  Emergency Command Post, the Smoke House (Fire safety training for our younger guests) and Fire Extinguisher Training.




Back Row: Katrina Zarkel (Cystic Fibrosis Canada),  Smokey, Sparky and Bandaid
Front Row: Chris,Tyson and Lindsey


In the afternoon the "Blaze" and the "Fuzz" had a game of slow pitch.


The mascots seemed to enjoy the game.

Special thanks to Muskoka Shield for their help operating the food booth.