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On March 28,
2009, the Simsbury Volunteer Fire Company participated in a
stair climb to help raise money for the American Lung
Association to fight lung disease. Sixteen Members climbed 34
floors in full structural firefighting gear complete with
self-contained breathing apparatus at the Hartford 21 apartment
tower. Simsbury had the largest firefighting contingent entered
in the event and was second in fundraising having raised over
$5,000 for the cause. The Simsbury Volunteer Fire Company
greatly appreciates all those who sponsored our team and helped
us with this worthy endeavor. We also congratulate all of our
Members who participated and represented our organization so
admirably.
Lieutenant Jay Dixon spearheaded the formation of Simsbury's team. Is Mike Brown flexing, or practicing his out-of-breath stance? Todd Kelley attaches a camera to his helmet to record his climb. Tim Paydos and Bryan Bulger gear-up for the climb. A quick group photograph while everyone is still smiling. Chris Burkett and Mike Brown relax before the long ascent. Bryan Bulger and the rest of the team get ready to start their climb. Firefighter JT Huber is never too busy to wave to the camera. Firefighter Chris Burkett Firefighter Kyle Testerman Junior Firefighter Lee Adamowicz Lieutenant Brendan Letson No one had the heart to tell Tim Paydos it was only the sixth floor. Firefighter Nate Testerman Honorary Life Member Captain Rich Driscoll Exhausted after the climb, spirits were high from the sense of accomplishment.
Lieutenant Jay Dixon spearheaded the formation of Simsbury's team.
Photographs by
Cliff Williams & Ken Beliveau
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