Professional Firefighters of Idaho

06/06/2026

The legacy of Frank J. Harwood, the life he built and the impact he made lives on!

06/01/2026

05/26/2026

Honored to have Chris Johnson & his wife Brittain be apart of our PFFI family.
Thank you for your courage to share your story, Two In Two Out.

Episode 110 is live!
I sat down with Chris Johnson -- driver operator at Rock Creek Fire District in Kimberly, Idaho, second-generation firefighter, and co-founder of 2 In 2 Out Wellness -- and he did not hold anything back.
On March 20th, 2024, Chris was picked up from shift by his deputy chief in the middle of a mental health crisis. Four words broke the wall he had built around himself: "We're worried about you." By 6:30 that evening he was four hours away, beginning a 40-day residential recovery program at Deer Hollow in Draper, Utah -- a program built specifically for first responders and veterans living with PTSD and suicidal ideation.
What he built when he came home is remarkable.
Chris and his crew created a wellness recovery room inside their firehouse -- sauna, cold plunge, red light therapy, and massage chair -- entirely through community sponsorships and donations. Zero dollars from the department budget. Twenty-eight days from demo to ribbon cutting. And it is now open to both firefighters and their spouses.
We also talk about:

What the 40-day Deer Hollow program actually looks like from the inside
How sauna and cold plunge are being used for both mental wellness and post-fire decontamination
The science behind red light therapy for PTSD symptoms and nervous system recovery
2 In 2 Out Wellness and why Chris built a nonprofit that supports the firefighter AND the spouse
Connection boxes -- a free resource for first responder couples ready to go deeper together

Chris closes the episode with a line that I keep thinking about: "This life is worth living. And there's a ton of things we can do to support each other."
If you know a firefighter who needs to hear this conversation, please share this post. The episode is live now on all platforms and at beneaththehelmet.ca.

Arjuna George Two In Two Out

05/25/2026

As we gather with friends and family, let us not forget what Memorial Day is all about. Join us in taking a moment to reflect and honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice upon the alter of freedom. 🇺🇸

05/21/2026

New PFFI members breaking bread alongside our state leaders, Vice President Matt Smith and 1st District Representative Josh Hoston “Hoss”.
These firefighters are attending and instructing at the IAFF 7th District New Members Conference where members with 5 years and less learn about the history of the IAFF and the states across the 7th district. Over 200 members from Idaho, Montana, Washington, and Alaska attend New Members Conference to educate themselves and bring back history and knowledge that will help them better serve their home locals and communities we protect.

05/17/2026

A strong conservative leader and supporter of public safety during his time as Lewiston’s Mayor. The Professional Firefighters of Idaho are proud to endorse Michael Collins for District 7 house Seat A.

05/14/2026

Actions speak louder than words. Jim Woodward and Mark Sauter are proven conservatives who walk the walk.

Public Safety stands with Jim Woodward and Mark Sauter for District 1.

12/25/2025

Wishing all our members, their families, and the communities we serve a Merry Christmas!

To those working the job today, and to the families celebrating while their loved ones are on shift. Thank you and a very Merry Christmas! 🎄🎅🏼