125th Anniversary Photo Essay
 
By SLVFD News Room
August 13, 2016
 

On Saturday August 13th 2016 the Saranac Lake Volunteer Fire Department celebrated its 125th anniversary.

The day included a parade, a wreath laying ceremony, and an afternoon of fun at the Saranac Lake Civic Center where there was a clown, face painting, cotton candy and bouncy houses for the kids.

Most of the trucks in the parade stuck around for "Touch a Truck" so folks could examine the vast array of equipment on hand. The Bloomingdale VFD hosted a vehicle extrication demonstration. Proclamations honoring 125 years of service were made by United States Congress Woman Elise Stefanik and on behalf of NYS Governor Andrew Cuomo by New York State Deputy Fire Administrator Paul Martin.

Hundreds of people filed through the civic center throughout the day. Some 250 stayed and enjoyed a Chicken Barbecue and the Donny Elvis Revue.

We hope you enjoy this Photo Essay. You can click the below link to watch live video of the wreath laying and the Parade through the Village.
 
Hyperlinks: See Video of Wreath Laying and Parade
 
Past and present members of the SLVFD pose at the beginning of the Parade route. Current Members are in Blue Class A uniform, Past are in red polo shirts.
Past and present members of the SLVFD pose at the beginning of the Parade route. Current Members are in Blue Class A uniform, Past are in red polo shirts.
Past members of the SLVFD join us in our celebration.
Past members of the SLVFD join us in our celebration.
 
L-Chelsea Trembay, R-Mary Stunzi-Waterson. Mary has the honor of being the very first female member of the SLVFD. Mary joined in 1987. Mary's daughter Chelsea joined in 2010, creating the first ever Mother-Daughter membership in SLVFD history.
L-Chelsea Trembay, R-Mary Stunzi-Waterson. Mary has the honor of being the very first female member of the SLVFD. Mary joined in 1987. Mary's daughter Chelsea joined in 2010, creating the first ever Mother-Daughter membership in SLVFD history.
SLVFD marching toward the Saranac Lake Fire House where they will pause to lay wreaths.
SLVFD marching toward the Saranac Lake Fire House where they will pause to lay wreaths.
 
Past members of the SLVFD marching toward the Saranac Lake Fire House where they will pause to lay wreaths.
Past members of the SLVFD marching toward the Saranac Lake Fire House where they will pause to lay wreaths.
The SLVFD is formed in front of our memorial for a wreath laying ceremony.
The SLVFD is formed in front of our memorial for a wreath laying ceremony.
 
Past members Bruce McNamara and Gene Goff lay a wreath to honor past members.
Past members Bruce McNamara and Gene Goff lay a wreath to honor past members.
Past Chiefs and currently still serving active members Ed Woodard, Andy McGill, and Bob Girard lay a wreath to honor members currently serving.
Past Chiefs and currently still serving active members Ed Woodard, Andy McGill, and Bob Girard lay a wreath to honor members currently serving.
 
Trevor Keough represents the 4th Generation of service in his family. Like many kids, Storm D'Ambro has a dream of being a firefighter someday. Trevor and Storm are laying a wreath to honor the future members of the SLVFD.
Trevor Keough represents the 4th Generation of service in his family. Like many kids, Storm D'Ambro has a dream of being a firefighter someday. Trevor and Storm are laying a wreath to honor the future members of the SLVFD.
3 wreaths adorn the SLVFD memorial honoring past, present, and future members of the SLVFD.
3 wreaths adorn the SLVFD memorial honoring past, present, and future members of the SLVFD.
 
SLVFD marches on through town following wreath laying pause and ceremony.
SLVFD marches on through town following wreath laying pause and ceremony.
Saranac Lake Volunteer Fire Department Bagpiper Cameron Anderson leads the SLVFD.
Saranac Lake Volunteer Fire Department Bagpiper Cameron Anderson leads the SLVFD.
 
Saranac Lake Engine 141 makes its first public appearance. Story will follow, The SLVFD is revamping its fleet. Engine 141 officially entered service just this past week.
Saranac Lake Engine 141 makes its first public appearance. Story will follow, The SLVFD is revamping its fleet. Engine 141 officially entered service just this past week.
Saranac Lake Volunteer Rescue Squad R-748 in procession.
Saranac Lake Volunteer Rescue Squad R-748 in procession.
 
Adirondack Regional Airport CFR-1 in procession.
Adirondack Regional Airport CFR-1 in procession.
South Plattsburgh Engine 321 in procession.
South Plattsburgh Engine 321 in procession.
 
New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control, Tracked vehicle in procession.
New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control, Tracked vehicle in procession.
The Quigley Highlanders Pipes and Drums in procession all the way from Ontario, Canada.
The Quigley Highlanders Pipes and Drums in procession all the way from Ontario, Canada.
 
The Quigley Highlanders Pipes and Drums in procession all the way from Ontario, Canada.
The Quigley Highlanders Pipes and Drums in procession all the way from Ontario, Canada.
Lake Placid LT 226 in procession.
Lake Placid LT 226 in procession.
 
District 3 E 352 in procession. (District 3 is near Plattsburgh NY)
District 3 E 352 in procession. (District 3 is near Plattsburgh NY)
Saint Regis Falls Antique E 151 in procession.
Saint Regis Falls Antique E 151 in procession.
 
Cadyville E 136 in procession.
Cadyville E 136 in procession.
Duane Tanker 195 in procession.
Duane Tanker 195 in procession.
 
Tupper Lake ETA 165 in procession.
Tupper Lake ETA 165 in procession.
Brand new Bloomingdale Engine 121 joined the procession. So new it is not even in service yet. 121 Will enter active duty in the very near future.
Brand new Bloomingdale Engine 121 joined the procession. So new it is not even in service yet. 121 Will enter active duty in the very near future.
 
Paul Smiths-Gabries Engine 183 in Procession.
Paul Smiths-Gabries Engine 183 in Procession.
Smokey 6 joins in the procession being walked by past member Chelsea Tremblay.
Smokey 6 joins in the procession being walked by past member Chelsea Tremblay.
 
Saranac Engine 319 in procession (Note: Saranac is a separate town than Saranac Lake. It is approximately 40 miles away in Clinton County)
Saranac Engine 319 in procession (Note: Saranac is a separate town than Saranac Lake. It is approximately 40 miles away in Clinton County)
The Franklin County Sheriff in procession, followed by a marching unit and ambulance from Saint Regis Falls.
The Franklin County Sheriff in procession, followed by a marching unit and ambulance from Saint Regis Falls.
 
Antique cars from the Tri-Lakes Cruizers in procession.
Antique cars from the Tri-Lakes Cruizers in procession.
Entertainment at the Civic Center included the "Donny Elvis Revue" Here Elvis rides in procession in the bucket of Saranac Lake LT 144
Entertainment at the Civic Center included the "Donny Elvis Revue" Here Elvis rides in procession in the bucket of Saranac Lake LT 144
 
Entertainment at the Civic Center included the "Donny Elvis Revue" Here Elvis rides in procession in the bucket of Saranac Lake LT 144.
Entertainment at the Civic Center included the "Donny Elvis Revue" Here Elvis rides in procession in the bucket of Saranac Lake LT 144.
The "Adirondack Lawn Chair Ladies" in procession.
The "Adirondack Lawn Chair Ladies" in procession.
 
United States Congresswoman Elise Stefanik addresses the crowd at the Saranac Lake Civic Center.
United States Congresswoman Elise Stefanik addresses the crowd at the Saranac Lake Civic Center.
Deputy State Fire Administrator, Paul Martin reads proclamation from Governor Cuomo recognizing SLVFD's 125 years of service.
Deputy State Fire Administrator, Paul Martin reads proclamation from Governor Cuomo recognizing SLVFD's 125 years of service.
 
The Bloomingdale Volunteer Fire Department provided a vehicle extrication demonstration at the Saranac Lake Civic Center as part of the afternoons events.
The Bloomingdale Volunteer Fire Department provided a vehicle extrication demonstration at the Saranac Lake Civic Center as part of the afternoons events.
The Bloomingdale Volunteer Fire Department provided a vehicle extrication demonstration at the Saranac Lake Civic Center as part of the afternoons events.
The Bloomingdale Volunteer Fire Department provided a vehicle extrication demonstration at the Saranac Lake Civic Center as part of the afternoons events.
 
Saranac Lake antique ETA 142 on display at the Saranac Lake Civic Center.
Saranac Lake antique ETA 142 on display at the Saranac Lake Civic Center.
Honor Roll member Ed Hoyt contributed a cake in honor of the 125th Anniversary.
Honor Roll member Ed Hoyt contributed a cake in honor of the 125th Anniversary.
 
Saranac Lake Volunteer Fire Departments ceremonial bell on display at the Saranac Lake Civic Center.
Saranac Lake Volunteer Fire Departments ceremonial bell on display at the Saranac Lake Civic Center.
Elvis entertains the crowd at the Saranac Lake Civic Center... Dinner and a Show. Chicken Barbecue and the Donny Elvis Revue.
Elvis entertains the crowd at the Saranac Lake Civic Center... Dinner and a Show. Chicken Barbecue and the Donny Elvis Revue.
 
Elvis poses with the members of the SLVFD.
Elvis poses with the members of the SLVFD.
 

Judy Duquette August 15, 2016 at 11:32 AM
Doug loved the Fire Department and it was a major part of his life. He would have been so proud to be part of this celebration. Thank you to all prior, present and future members for all that you have done and will continue to do. Your contributions are so appreciated.