08.26.24 | True North
Wildland firefighters combat fires in forests, grasslands, and other natural areas. They work in some of the most challenging and dangerous environments, often enduring ext... Continue Reading
08.19.24 | True North
Every year, as summer reaches its peak, wildland firefighters prepare for one of the most challenging and demanding periods of the fire season, known as "Dirty August."
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07.15.24 | True North
An elite group of firefighters who specialize in battling wildland fires are called Interagency Hotshot Crews (IHC), commonly referred to as Hotshots or Shot crews.
Thes... Continue Reading
05.30.24 | True North
One tool that has come to symbolize resilience and ingenuity is the Pulaski fire tool. The Pulaski has remained relatively the same for over a century, reliable in its design an... Continue Reading
04.22.24 | True North
Being Climate Neutral recertified is a significant achievement for True North Gear, highlighting our ongoing efforts to minimize our environmental impact and operate in a respon... Continue Reading
03.12.24 | True North
The history of women in wildland firefighting dates back to the early 20th century, when they defied convention and societal norms to pursue their passion for firefighting. They... Continue Reading