The FLASHOVER Jackson Township

Fire Department
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Peaceful Valley Emergency Services
SPRING ISSUE - 2021

2020 STATS
Building our youth for the future
The department an- ronment. Cadets will par- skills that can be used in Fire Runs/Hazmat 219
nounces a new Firefighter ticipate in training that re- any profession they Medical Runs 138
Cadet program which late to fire prevention con- choose later on in life. Trainings 46
will not only provide op- trol, and emergency medical The cadets will also partic- Community Service Hrs. 794
portunities to learn about services. ipate in the department’s Fund Raisers 8
being a firefighter, but al- The formal community Search & Rescue 0
training will service
be supple- projects, NEW MONTHLY Schedule
mented competi- 1st WEDNESDAY
with practi- tions, and Business Meeting - 7pm—8pm
cal exercis- fund raising Public is Invited
es and field activities Protocol & Procedures 8pm-9pm
training. throughout 2nd, 3rd SATURDAY
They will be partnered with the year. Fire Training 10am-noon
our full time firefighters to This pro- 4th SATURDAY
Medical Training 10am-noon
learn important leadership motes ca- 5th Saturday TBA
dets with a
We cannot always build the future
so give emphasis on for our youth, but we can build our
sense of responsibility for Friday 6pm-7pm YOGA !
teamwork, community in- youth for the future. their neighborhood and Come stretch with us!
volvement, leadership, -Franklin Delano Roosevelt the importance of com-
and respect for the envi- munity (continue p2) Plan Ahead:
Join us on July 17
AREA 51—
Community “Firsts” at the Firehouse… UFO Fest ..
Over the past several AND what a delight it See what
months, JTFD has been was to hold our first Corona has
honored to be involved in Winter Wonderland! planned for us!
2020 was such a tough Details TBA.
various projects throughout
It’s sure to be:
the community. Quint-54’s year for many. It was OUT OF THIS WORLD
ladder is being put into exciting to see so many
action for the ball drop of our neighbors and
during the annual Humane friends, as well as
Society’s “Dawg Gone visitors to Brown Cabin Fever
Walk”. Lots of fun for County. This event was made possible by the
animal lovers and their pets generosity of our supporters and dedicated
while supporting a good volunteers, and Santa arrived just in time to
cause. Think of adopting a pet? Stop by the celebrate!
Humane Society and find the perfect addition So what do firefighters do on a free Friday
for your home. So what happens when evening? Yoga of course! According to
you need to park over a hundred JEEPS Harvard Medical School, yoga is a mind-body
unexpectedly? JTFD volunteers to lend a and exercise practice that combines breath Saturday March 27
hand! Wow, control, meditation, and 8am - 3pm
who knew so movements to stretch 20+ booths
many Jeeps and strengthen muscles. Jackson Township Fire
could park What sets yoga apart
from most other 4831 Helmburg Rd.
on such a
limited exercise programs is Can’t wait to see You!
space?! that it (continue p2)
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Jackson Township Fire Dept

PO Box 610 Filling Your Mug - by Chief Glenn Elmore
4831 Helmsburg Rd
Nashville, IN 47448 How do you start your day?
Phone: 812-988-6201 Mine is, of course, with that
jtfd5inc@gmail.com cup of delicious dark brew
www.facebook.com/jtfd5inc and my daily reading. I fill
my mind, as I fill my cup,
Board of Trustees: with what is excellent, what
Nancy Hinshaw President is good for me and what I
Mike Bube
Tom Wood Treasurer will need for the day. As I
Sandy Murray Secretary look into the mirror, I see
the reality of the years. Our
Officers:
Glenn R. Elmore Chief
bodies may age, but we get
September McCabe Asst Chief old only if we choose to.
Captain Attitude of gratitude in the
Jeff McCabe—Medical
Paul Colvin—Fire
cup each day makes all the
Lieutenant difference. Keep learning,
Chuck Hagen-Fire try something new. It takes
Chris Ainsworth-Fire effort to keep productive
Record Officer
Sara Wood and contributing to the
world. Commit to read up
on interests, take on new
projects and learn technol-
ogy. Keep laboring. There
are plenty of service oppor-
tunities just waiting for you.
Your life can be as exciting
as your vision. Look at the
big picture and fill your cup
with possibilities. In, 2008,
the department lost its
entire station in a flood,
In, 2010, we built a new
station. In the years fol-
lowing, we
began to
focus on
activities
that
would
help us
become
self sufficient. And in the
year of lockdowns and
quarantines, we continued
training, making our calls,
and focused on activities
that were safe and offered
moments of normalness
and joy to our community.
It’s often said not to sweat
the small stuff. Well you
know, its all about the small
stuff that leads to the big
stuff or big vision in life: the
small but meaningful inter-
actions we have with each
other daily. Being there for
a friend, making that batch
of cookies for a neighbor,
or washing the floor at the
fire house. All that small
stuff adds up to quite a cup-
full. So, fill your mug with
all the beauty, kindness and
compassion you can. Your
vision will become clear
with what the true meaning
of success is for your life.
Vision is the art of seeing
what is invisible to others.
-Jonathan Swift-

Cadets… from p1 One Decision... Firsts… from p2

involvement. Interested? Come It’s probably impossible to say how many places as great an emphasis on mental
down on Saturday morning and “one decisions” have effected your life for fitness as on physical fitness. Yoga can
check it out. The the good or bad, but it definitely turned help people with arthritis, fibromyalgia,
Fire Cadet program out to be a great decision for the depart- migraine, low back pain, and many other
is eligible to Junior ment and I think Austin Wagler would types of chronic pain conditions.
and High School Stretching exercises in general help
agree. Brown
Students from about improve range of motion, flexibility,
County native, balance and muscle tone. Yoga has also
15 through 18 years Austin is all in as been proven to relieve stress, anxiety and
of age. Too young? the most recent reduce inflammation of the joints.. And
Here’s a photo of addition to the who couldn't use a bit of stress relief
Evie who came to crew here at JTFD. these days! A few examples of what we
help with her dad Austin spent some do are below, but you don’t have to be a
for the day. Madam time with us this Jedi Master to participate. Just be ready
Secretary (as she likes to be called), summer helping to get an enjoyable work out!
donned her PPE and assisted the out on various pro-
Chief with handing out paperwork jects and then it happened. We think it
and cleaning off the marker board. maybe was the glamour of the uniform or
Although not an “official” Cadet, the constant variety of food we had each
family is number one and we will week, but regardless, we are honored to
never turn away a willing hand! welcome the enthusiastic , hard working
young man to our ranks.
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We See a World United—Brown

SPOTLIGHT County Rotary Club-Chief Honored

Keeping active and committed in our communi-

Brown County Community Foundation -
To Inspire the Best In Brown County
The BCCF mission to “support and provide com-
munity-wide collaborative leader-
ship through philanthropy, mobi-
lizing people and resources to
make a positive impact.” has
certainly been proven in many
ways throughout our community
during this recent pandemic. We
want to take this opportunity to
thank them for their commitment to making Brown
County the best place in which to live, work and
visit. Without their generosity we could not do what
we do!! To find out more about the Foundation go
to www.browncountygives.org
“No person was ever honored for what he
received. Honor has been the reward for what
he gave.” -Calvin Coolidge.
Training Highlights
ty is the Brown County Rotary Club. In partner- “Like” us on Facebook—
ship with the Foundation and the fire depart- Scan here or go to
ments, the club hosted “First Responder Day” www.facebook.com/jtfd5inc
and gave members of JTFD the opportunity to We post activities and training
photos. Also our newsletter can
meet and spend the day together with the now be read online and in color!
“boot” gathering donations in various spots
throughout Nashville. It was an enjoyable time
and gave individuals from the various organiza-
tions time to spend together. The monies col-
lected were then distributed to the various
emergency service providers in the county. An
unexpected honor was
given to Chief Glenn Vision statement
Elmore with the Together, we see a world where
presentation by the people unite and take action to
Rotary of the prestig- create lasting change — across
the globe, in our communities,
ious Paul Harris Fellowship award for his and in ourselves.
significant contributions to the community this
past year. Chief Elmore accepts this award on
behalf of his department members who also
share in this honor as dedicated servants to
their community. A huge thanks to The Rotary
Club for your support!

Yellowwood State Park

Cleanup Crew. Fun in the sun.

Snow. Team ready.

Wildland fire. Got it covered.
Jaws. Precision perfect.
Ropes. Knot the problem.
CPR. Breathe of Life.

Practice doesn’t make perfect.

Perfect practice makes perfect!

Come join us! See

what’s happening
Saturday mornings.
Each week is some-
thing new! Hear
about the depart-
ment’s exciting
plans for 2021 and
beyond!
 Jackson Township
In order that Jackson Township Fire Department, Station #5 may have the adequate funding to
Fire Department support its mission of Fire, Medical, Search & Rescue, Hazardous Materials Prevention, Education
and Mitigation Services to the residents and businesses of Jackson Township and its surrounds as
requested:
There when you need us
I / We Pledge $ _________________ to the department’s Operational Endowment Fund to be paid
as follows (Please check one of the following):
Our Mission:
____ One lump sum in the above amount
Is to preserve life, property, ____ Two equal payments over two (2) years
and the natural beauty of ____ Three equal payments over three (3) years

Brown County; promote

public safety, and enhance the
Name __________________________________________________________________
quality of life through profes-
sionalism, dedication, integrity Address ______________________________________________ ST:____ ZIP ________
and training, as an all risk life Signature ________________________________________________________________
safety response provider.
All Volunteer - All of the Time Jackson Township Fire Department is a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organization. Donations are tax
deductible as provided by law. No goods or services were provided. All donations will receive a
Please let us know year-end Charitable Tax Statement. Tax ID number furnished on request.
if we need to update your name
or address!!

Never Forget
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We Need Your Help - Donate Today!

Your contribution is a charitable gift to Jackson Township Fire Department, a (501c3) organization.
Gifts are tax deductible as provided by law.
Mail your donation to JTFD, 4831 Helmsburg Road, P O Box 610, Nashville, Indiana 47448.
Thank you!

_______________________________________________________ ___________________
Name Phone
_____________________________________ ________________ ___ ___________
Mailing Address City ST ZIP
_____________________________________ ________________ ____________
Property Address in Brown County if different than above City ZIP

Designate Fund: Amount: _____________ Please contact me about:

□ Where Needed □ Volunteer Opportunities
□ Education / Training □ Membership
□ Medical □ Home/Business Fire Inspection
□ Equipment □ Fire Extinguisher Training
□ Endowment (please fill out top section) □ Other _____________________

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