Volunteer Trumpet

10/12/2026

🚒🔥 Calling all Maryland Fire & EMS Departments!

We know departments across Maryland have been busy with fire prevention activities this week, and we’d love to see what you’ve been up to!

From school visits and open houses to station tours and community events, we want to highlight the great work you’re doing in our next edition of the Volunteer Trumpet.

📸 Send us your photos and a few details about your activities to [email protected] for a chance to be featured!

Let’s show off the great work happening across Maryland! 🚒

10/09/2026

Sneak peek of the newest issue of the Volunteer Trumpet! Copies should be hitting mailboxes any day. Yes, I noticed two grammar issues during my reading of the copy. No, I can't go back and fix them. 😅 Hope you enjoy!

Jonathan, Editor-in-Chief

10/06/2026

🚑📚 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! 📚🚑

Registration is open for the Chesapeake Emergency Services Medical Services Symposium! Join emergency services professionals to learn, connect, and expand your knowledge in emergency medical services.

📲 Ready to register? Scan the QR code on the graphic and secure your spot today!

10/06/2026

🌊🔥 TEACH AT THE BEACH! 🔥🌊

The Maryland State Firefighters Association is now accepting instructor proposals for the 2027 Convention & Conference!

Do you have knowledge, experience, or a skill that could benefit Maryland’s fire and EMS community? We want to hear from you!

📚 Share your expertise. Educate the next generation. Give back to the fire service.

Ready to submit your proposal? Follow the link on the graphic below and submit your proposal today!

Don’t miss your opportunity to Teach at the Beach! 🏖️🚒

10/05/2026

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🎀 Support Breast Cancer Awareness! 🎀

We’re selling Breast Cancer Awareness lapel pins for just $5 each ($6 with shipping), with proceeds supporting our association Relief Fund, Care Closet and Smoke/CO Alarm programs.

*We encourage shipping whenever possible to help eliminate the need for meet-ups and unnecessary travel. Note: Pins are currently being made and will arrive in a couple weeks! Orders will be processed then. Only 100 lapel pins will be available.

Want to support the cause? Order your pin today using the link below! 👇

Thank you for your support! 💗🚒

https://forms.gle/Q9cVEWvHJcas5Edu9

10/05/2026

Six more smoke alarms are headed to a family in Georges Creek! 🚨🏠

Did you know that member fire departments of the association can request smoke alarms to distribute anywhere within their first-due area?

Another great way we work together to help keep our communities safe. 🚒