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This site has been developed as a resource for the members and visitors to the Southwest Virginia Firefighters Association.
Our goal is to provide resources to the firefighting community about Metal and Physical Health, Educational Opportunities and other firefighting information as well as the current and historical information about our association.

Association Information

The purpose of the Southwest Virginia Firefighters Association is to represent all firefighters, career and volunteer, throughout Southwest Virginia. The association sees that we are represented on both the state and federal levels, through our lobbyist and state representatives.

The Southwest Virginia Firefighters Association also works very closely with the Virginia Department of Fire Programs to get classes in southwest Virginia. Through training we become stronger and more proficient in our skills and abilities to protect our communities and neighbors. Training also keeps us healthier and safer as on organization.

The association also works closely with other organizations throughout the state such as the Virginia State Firefighter’s Association, and the Virginia Fire Chief’s Association.

The membership of the Southwest Virginia Firefighters Association is network of people and organizations that can come together as a group in a member’s time of need to provide support.

About The Southwest Virginina Firefighters Association

The purpose of the Southwest Virginia Firefighters Association is to represent all firefighters, career and volunteer, throughout Southwest Virginia. The association sees that we are represented on both the state and federal levels, through our lobbyist and state representatives. The Southwest Virginia Firefighters Association also works very closely with the Virginia Department of Fire Programs to get classes in southwest Virginia. Through training we become stronger and more proficient in our skills and abilities to protect our communities and neighbors. Training also keeps us healthier and safer as on organization. The association also works closely with other organizations throughout the state such as the Virginia State Firefighter’s Association, and the Virginia Fire Chief’s Association. The membership of the Southwest Virginia Firefighters Association is network of people and organizations that can come together as a group in a member’s time of need to provide support.

A Message from President Ray Musselman

Dear members of the Southwest Virginia Firefighters Association, I would like to thank the membership of the association for the honor to serve as president, and Riner Volunteer Fire Department for their support and commitment to the association.
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Join Today !!  Association Membership Benefits

The Southwest Virginia Firefighters Association offers several benefits to its members.
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Educational Opportunities

The Southwest Virginia Firefighters Association offers several educational opportunities for the membership. These include partnerships with universities and association sponsored scholarships..
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Awards

The Southwest Virginia Firefighters Association recognizes the members contributions by awarding Life Membership and the Above and Beyond award.
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Firefighter Resources

Firefighter Fitness / Health

The foundation of a prepared firefighter is fitness. Firefighting is a physically demanding job that requires us to show up fit. On this page are resources for firefighter fitness and health.
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Association Information

Association Meeting Minutes, Committees, Constitution and By-Laws, Past Presidents List, Rules and Contest Information and Association History
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Mental Health

Most people are aware of the physical demands that first response activities place on firefighters and EMS providers. But it is important to also realize the impact that fighting fires and responding to emergencies has on the mental wellbeing of emergency personnel. – National Volunteer Fire Council
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Association News and Events

Association News and Upcoming Events
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Firefighters Associations and Orginizations

Other Firefighter Associations and Organizations from Virginia and beyond.
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Natural Bridge Historic Hotel & Conference Center

The 2024 Annual Convention will be held at the Natural Bridge Historic Hotel & Conference Center. President Musselman has created a PowerPoint presentation of the facility.       

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2023 – 2024 Officers

Firefighter - Riner Fire Department

President - Ray Musselman

Firefighter – Riner Fire Department
Fire Chief - Barren Springs Fire Department

1st Vice President - Joshua Stitt

Fire Chief – Barren Springs Fire Department
Asst. Fire Chief - Newbern Fire Department

2nd Vice President - Mathew Hobrook

Asst. Fire Chief – Newbern Fire Department
1st Lt. - Riner Fire Department

Sgt at Arms - Joey Griffith

1st Lt. – Riner Fire Department
Captain - Pulaski Fire Department

Treasure - Robbie Kiser

Captain – Pulaski Fire Department
Lt. - Christiansburg Fire Department

Asst. Treasurer - Potsie Smith

Lt. – Christiansburg Fire Department
Firefighter - Christiansburg Fire Department

Secretary - Nathan Brewbaker

Firefighter – Christiansburg Fire Department
Asst. Fire Chief / EMT - Blacksburg Fire Department

Asst. Secretary - Mark Smith

Asst. Fire Chief / EMT – Blacksburg Fire Department
Firefighter - Draper Fire Department

Chaplain - Kenny Hancock

Firefighter – Draper Fire Department
Firefighter - Dublin Fire Department

Convention Committee Chair - Roy Wall

Firefighter – Dublin Fire Department

Honoring our Fallen Members

Today…
We kneel for their family and for our brothers and sisters that worked served with them.

Tomorrow …
We will stand for them.

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