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It's time to clear out the warehouse with our biggest sale of the year! Find hot deals on over 100 different products like CrewBoss M-Pac and Blackburn Type One Packs, Klean Kanteen Stainless Steel...
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In 2014, the United States saw 63,612 wildfires covering nearly 3.6 million acres, reports the National Interagency Fire Center. While that number seems frightening, that figure is only about 87...
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Wildland firefighters need the strength to not only fight fires, but to take along everything they need for a day’s or more work in their backpacks. Depending on your particular job, the gear and...
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Wildland firefighters need the strength to not only fight fires, but to take along everything they need for a day’s or more work in their backpacks. Depending on your particular job, the gear and...
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GEAR THAT REDUCES FATIGUE The gear you wear on the line shouldn’t wear you out. It should help reduce fatigue so you can focus on your work. Lightweight brush clothing, packs that move with you, and...
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While the term “drone” may carry a futuristic connotation, drones have been around for decades. The concept itself has been around since the mid-1800s when unmanned balloons were used to carry...
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Back in 1804, a quick-thinking mother threw a bison hide over her son to protect him from a raging prairie fire. According to explorer William Clark, the fire stayed on the outskirts of the bison...
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Wildfires are often unpredictable, fast-spreading, and difficult for ground crews to fight alone. The physical and mental demands of wildfire fighting are undeniable, especially when every second...
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Wildland firefighters have a difficult job to do. Responsible for prescribed burning, wildfire suppression, and fire preparedness, firefighters are not only subject to dangerous flames, but to rough...
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Curious about wildland firefighting? Whether you’re thinking about becoming a wildland firefighter or are simply curious about what it’s like to work in the field, we’ve got you covered. Take a look...
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If a wildfire hit your community today, would you be prepared? Prevention is the best medicine, but preparedness is just as important. When you’re burning up with a fever, there’s nothing you can do...
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Your pack essentials will always depend on your role on the line, but one thing stays the same, being prepared matters. After time in the field, you’ll figure out what works best for you, your crew,...
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It’s no secret that wildfires have taken their toll in the past few years in the Pacific Northwest. From varying climate change factors to increased use of recreational areas, fires seem near...
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From late Spring to early Fall, wildland firefighters across the country are on the fireline working hard to protect our wildland areas and communities. Alongside wildland firefighters, often hiking...
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From facing the frontline of a wildfire to navigating through difficult terrain, wildland firefighting is a complex job with many challenges, and battling the fire is only one part. Heat stress is...
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From fire-resistant clothing and personal protective equipment to wildland hand tools and necessary nutrition, being equipped with the essential wildland gear ensures safety and effectiveness on the...
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Those of us who have visited or live in large cities may find it impossible to picture them without their famous skylines, but high rises and skyscrapers are a recent innovation. The first high-rise...
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Wildland firefighters put their lives on the line every day to protect our communities, homes, and properties. Whether you're on an engine crew, hand crew, or part of a hotshot team, you know the...
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Wildland firefighting demands equipment that works when conditions are unpredictable. As wildfire activity continues nearly year-round, early preparation is one of the most effective ways crews can...
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