Welcome to the official website of the Adams County Volunteer Emergency Services Association.

The Adams County Volunteer Emergency Services Association (ACVESA) is exactly that, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing quality emergency services to the residents and workers of Adams County.

ACVESA is comprised of the members of our member fire departments. Each member has a vital role in steering the direction of the association for the good of the county.

News

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Memorial Banner

The ACVESA Memorial Banner shown here is available to all Adams County Fire Departments for use at a viewing, funeral, or memorial service for any member of the ACVESA. If you are interested in using the banner, please contact Steph Welper or Wayne Reid.
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Calendar

Upcoming Events:
1. Chief's Meeting
  Thursday, Oct 7, 7:30pm
2. General Membership Meeting
  Thursday, Nov 4, 7:30pm
3. Chief's Meeting
  Thursday, Dec 2, 7:30pm

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Responder Safety

What Does Training Do For You?

February 4, 2010

I recently had one of those "back step meetings" with several other firefighters and the discussion led to the topic of training and what we should be doing for monthly training. As many of you know, I have a very passionate approach when it comes to training. I just sat and listened to see where the conversation led. I heard several different views, everything from "we need to be doing more of the fun stuff," to "we did that enough in essentials class," and my favorite "I do that at work, no need to do it here". After pondering this for several evenings I came to several conclusions worth noting.

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