Guilderland Fire Department

10/17/2026

🚒🔥 WHAT AN AMAZING DAY AT THE GUILDERLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT! 🔥🚒

Our Firefighter for a Day event was a huge success, and we couldn’t be happier with how the day turned out!

A HUGE thank you to all of our dedicated members who volunteered their time, shared their knowledge, and helped make today’s event possible. Your hard work, enthusiasm, and commitment to our department and community are what make events like this so special.

👏 A special congratulations to our newest recruits! We’re excited to welcome you to the Guilderland Fire Department family and look forward to seeing you begin your journey in the fire service!

🚨 Missed today’s event? Don’t worry!

We’re already looking ahead to hosting another Firefighter for a Day event in Spring 2027! If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be a volunteer firefighter, you’ll have another opportunity to experience it firsthand.

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make today such a memorable experience!

10/14/2026

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎

Pam Gaitor, Stacie Leininger, Donna Diana, Tim Wiles, Julie Dave Crowley, Frank L. Palmeri, Bob Gray Jr.

10/14/2026

🚒 ONLY 2 DAYS LEFT TO REGISTER! 🔥

Ever wondered what it’s like to be a firefighter? Now’s your chance!

Join the Guilderland Fire Department this Saturday, October 17, for our Firefighter for a Day experience!

👨‍🚒 Get hands-on with real firefighting activities, meet our crew, and see what it takes to serve your community.

✅ Ages 16+ | No experience needed!

🚨 Spots are still available, but registration closes soon!

👉 Sign up today: JoinTeamGFD.org

10/12/2026

🚒 EVERY FIREFIGHTER STARTS SOMEWHERE!

Take a look at this photo. These are new new members with the Guilderland Fire Department, learning new skills, working together, and taking their first steps in the fire service.

They didn’t need experience to get started. Just the willingness to learn and make a difference.

Could you be next?

🔥 Join us for FIREFIGHTER FOR A DAY!

📅 Saturday, October 17

⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM

📍 Guilderland Fire Department

Get a firsthand look at what it’s like to be a volunteer firefighter. Meet our members, explore the equipment, and participate in hands-on activities.

✅ No experience necessary

✅ Ages 16 and older

✅ No obligation to join

👉 Register today: JoinTeamGFD.org

📧 Questions? Email [email protected]

You don’t have to be a firefighter to start. You just have to take the first step.

10/08/2026

EVER WONDERED WHAT IT’S LIKE TO BE A FIREFIGHTER? NOW’S YOUR CHANCE! 🔥

The Guilderland Fire Department is inviting our neighbors to step behind the scenes and experience what it’s like to be a volunteer firefighter!

👨‍🚒 FIREFIGHTER FOR A DAY
📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM
📍 Guilderland Fire Department

🔥 Put on real firefighting gear!
🚒 Handle a fire hose!
🧯 Try hands-on firefighting activities!
👩‍🚒 Meet the firefighters who protect your community!

No experience needed. No obligation to join. Just an opportunity to try something exciting, meet great people, and discover what you’re capable of!

Whether you’ve thought about becoming a volunteer firefighter or you’re simply curious, this is your chance to give it a try.

✅ Open to ages 16 and older. Participants under 18 must have a parent attend and provide written consent.

🚨 SPACE IS LIMITED — REGISTER TODAY!

👉 JoinTeamGFD.org

Your community needs people like YOU. Maybe this is where your firefighting journey begins.

The Guilderland Fire Department is committed to providing excellent emergency and non-emergency customer service. Our dedicated members ensure a safe community through public education, prevention, and aggressive suppression and rescue activities.

10/05/2026

🚒 EVER WONDER WHAT IT’S REALLY LIKE TO BE A FIREFIGHTER? 🔥

Maybe you’ve driven past the firehouse and thought, “I’ve always wanted to do that.”

Maybe you’ve considered volunteering but weren’t sure what’s involved, whether you have the time, or even where to start.

This is your chance to find out.

Join the Guilderland Fire Department on Saturday, October 17th from 10 AM–2 PM for Firefighter for a Day — a fun, hands-on opportunity to experience the fire service alongside our members.

👨‍🚒 Put on firefighter gear
🔥 Try real firefighter skills and activities
🚒 Get hands-on with our trucks and equipment
👩‍🚒 Meet the firefighters who serve your community
💬 Learn what becoming a volunteer firefighter is really like

No experience is needed. No commitment is expected. Just bring your curiosity and be ready to have some fun.

If you’re 16 or older and have ever wondered whether the fire service might be for you, we’d really like you to come give it a try.

Participants under 18 will need a parent or guardian present and a signed consent form.

📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM
📍 Guilderland Fire Department
2303 Western Avenue, Guilderland

🔥 You’ve thought about it. Now come experience it.

👉 Advance registration is required. Visit JoinTeamGFD.org to reserve your spot.

Please share this with a friend, neighbor, coworker or family member who you think would make a great addition to the fire service! 🚒

10/04/2026

🔥 Thank You for a Great Open House! 🚒

Today’s Guilderland Fire Department Open House was a great success! Thank you to everyone who stopped by, met our members, explored the firehouse, and learned a little more about fire safety and what we do.

For those who weren’t able to join us this year, here are a few photos from today’s events! 📸

A big thank you to our members and everyone who helped make today possible — and especially to our community for your continued support.

We hope to see you next year! 🚒🔥

10/03/2026

🚒 EVER WONDER WHAT IT’S LIKE TO BE A FIREFIGHTER? 🔥

Now’s your chance! Join the Guilderland Fire Department for Firefighter for a Day and get a hands-on look at what it’s like to be part of the fire service.

👨‍🚒 Gear up
🔥 Take part in hands-on firefighter activities
🚒 Get up close with our apparatus and equipment
💪 Experience a little of what our firefighters do

📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM
📍 Guilderland Fire Department

This is an adult-focused event for ages 16 and up. Participants under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian attend and sign a written consent form.

Space is limited — reserve your spot today!

👉 JoinTeamGFD.org

Think you have what it takes? Come try being a firefighter for a day! 🚒🔥

10/03/2026

🚒🔥 TODAY IS THE DAY! 🔥🚒

Our crews are hard at work getting everything ready for the Guilderland Fire Department Fire Prevention Open House!

⏰ Doors open at 10 AM!

We’re excited to welcome everyone to the firehouse for a great day of fire prevention, family fun, and meeting your Guilderland firefighters.

We look forward to seeing you! 🚒🔥