Garett Paige's Page

Hometown:

Harbor Springs

I Live: (City, State)

Harbor Springs, Michigan

Years in Fire/EMS:

5

Why I Joined the Fire/EMS:

While I was going through high school, I saw how the community not only helped me but as well as other students around town. When it came time for me to step up and be able to give, I chose to become a fire fighter.

Relationship Status:

In a Relationship

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Harbor Springs Area Fire Department

Department Type:

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Rank/Role There:

Firefighter, Driver / Engineer

Years With This Department/Agency

2

Second Department (if appl.)

RFC Fire Department

2nd Department Type:

Fire/Rescue Department - Volunteer

Rank/Role at Second Department:

Firefighter, First Responder

Years With Second Department/Agency

3

My Training:

I am certified in the State of Michigan in Fire Fighter 1 and 2, Medical First Responder, Advanced Vehicle Stabilization, and Vehicle Extrication. I also have a degree in Fire Science.

About Me:

I have lived in Harbor Springs, Michigan for all of my life. I have had a lot of good things come my way in the past few years. I am currently engaged to the most wonderful girl and I am looking at full time employment at my job that I have been working for six years.

Day Job:

Horse Carriage Driver

Top Issues Facing Responders:

The key and only issue that faces first reponders in todays world is "safety". In our department, we strive on safety.

I Love Being in Fire/EMS Because:

I like the rush and being able to give back to the community.