The Bozeman Fire Department (BFD) is excited to host our inaugural Citizens Fire Academy! The fire academy is a 5-week course instructed by the City of Bozeman's own firefighters. Participants are invited to see the inner workings of the Department, will get to don the gear, pull hose, ride in a fire engine, and meet the men and women of Bozeman Fire.   

Each class will be led by a firefighter that specializes in the subject of the night.  Participants will learn about:

• Tech Rescue
• EMS
• Wildfire
• Prevention
• Emergency Management
• Hazmat
• History of the Department and more!

There will be two sessions starting this fall on Wednesday evenings from 6:00-9:00pm. You must be a City of Bozeman Resident and at least 18 years of age. Having the ability to attend all classes is preferred.

Class Date/Times:

• Session 1: August 28^th through September 25^th
• Session 2: October 2^nd though October 30^th

^{Email applications to jvero@bozeman.net. Applications will be reviewed regularly and we will notify participants by August 20, 2024.}

Session Overview

About Bozeman Fire

The Bozeman Fire Department has been providing professional and compassionate service to the Bozeman community since 1884. From the first steam engine in 1889 to the new Bozeman Public Safety Center in 2022, the men and women of the Bozeman Fire Department continue to pursue excellence in their day-to-day operations while keeping an eye to the future to keep up with the growing demands of our community. We are please to welcome you to our first Citizen’s Academy. We hope you learn new skills and a greater understanding of the inner workings and demands of the Bozeman Fire Department.

MISSION

Problem Solving Through Professionalism and Compassionate Service since 1884

VISION

We will provide exceptional service as a unified team to promote a professional department that grows with the community.