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Volunteer Fire Dept. and EMS
Quartered in an old lumber yard in the uptown area of the village of Mount Horeb is the Mount Horeb Volunteer Fire Department and Emergency Medical Service. Herein lies an armada of emergency apparatus and equipment which is amongst the finest in the country. A curious blend of technology and tradition is presented in a tastefully and delightfully decorated engine house. You need not be a firefighter or a fire buff to capture the delight that is present.
Visitors will see ornately decorated fire apparatus, some in a rich and unusual jet black, a marvelous toy fire engine collection, antique memorabilia including fire fighting equipment, framed prints and original paintings, an historic fire pole, a cobblestone driveway, and traditional firehouse furniture and furnishings.
None of these facilities or features can surpass the hospitality afforded by the members. No visiting hours are actually scheduled, but seldom is there a time when members are not present to conduct tours.
In addition to providing basic life support emergency medical service and full fire protection for the Mount Horeb District, volunteers also find time to organize and provide four community-wide events, two of which double as department fund raisers.
The EMS Country Jamboree held the first Saturday in May features two country stage shows and a huge country dance at the firehouse.
Folks of all ages delight in the Fourth of July Parade, featuring children in holiday costumes and on decorated bicycles, wagons, scooters, etc., patriotic tunes from the local community band, an inspiring flag raising, fireworks, and refreshing treats for all.
The biggest event of the year is the Fire Muster on the last Saturday in August. There are traditional muster events including water fights, midnight fire alarm and bucket brigade. A fire memorabilia flea market and fire education activities are scheduled throughout the day. A huge fire apparatus parade precedes fund raising events which include a sandwich dinner, a country and nostalgic concert, and an oldies dance, and beverage garden under a huge tent.
The Lighting of the Tree is held at twilight the second Saturday in December. A silent parade of fire apparatus delivers the ever-expected Santa Claus to the Mount Horeb Fire Station. The Department’s Christmas tree is lighted while traditional carols are sung by all, accompanied by the community band. Santa visits with children, while the volunteers prepare a huge community potluck supper.
The spirit truly abounds in this small community fire department. Stop in and feel it for yourself. Visit the volunteers
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