Contact Information: 802-453-3869 (This is a non-emergency number. If you need immediate assistance, please call 911.)
Address: 3747 States Prison Hollow Road
Meetings: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Wednesdays of every month at 8:p.m. at the Fire Station.
Interested in Joining?
The department has had many changes in personnel in the last few years and we know that everyone’s time is valuable but we encourage anyone that is interested, and may have some time to offer, to PLEASE contact us if you would like to contribute to your community.
Misconceptions about becoming a volunteer firefighter:
- Time consuming – Wrong, yes we do have meetings and trainings but they are once a week for 2 to 3 hours.
- I have to leave my job to respond to a call – Wrong, you and your family come first so we do not expect you to jeopardize your household to respond. You come when you can which is why we need many volunteers. Larger numbers mean that a group is more apt to be formed than if we only have a department of ten.
- I have to go into a burning building – Wrong, we do not require anyone to do anything they are not comfortable with. We have many jobs that need to be done such as; driving the trucks to the scene, pump operators, someone to keep accountability of the personnel on the foreground, and many others.
- I am not 18 years old so I can not do anything – Wrong, we like having Junior Firefighters! It is a great way to start learning by training on the job. If you have an interest in having a career in fire or EMS then this is a great way to start learning. You will have limits to what you can do but wee will do our best to training you in everything we can.
The facts about being a Firefighter:
- Rewarding – True, if you like being a part of something great and doing something for others this is the best way to fill that space.
- It’s cool – True, even though fire is hot there is nothing better than telling a child or community member that you are a firefighter. Who doesn’t like a fireman??
So if you think you may have what it takes to be a part of something great please contact us at
[email protected] or call Chief Bob Howard at (802) 453-3869 or any of our professional firefighters.
Thank you,
Chief Bob Howard
Additional Information
During 2025, the Monkton Volunteer Fire Department responded to a total of 55 emergency calls. These incidents included 26 fire-related responses, 24 motor vehicle accidents, and 5 other/public assist calls. In addition to fire suppression, the department routinely responds to emergencies such as vehicle crashes, carbon monoxide detector activations, medical assists, and downed power lines.
We continue to value the strong working relationships we share with neighboring fire departments, Monkton First Response, the Monkton Highway Department, Bristol Rescue Squad, and Vergennes Area Rescue Squad. These partnerships remain critical to ensuring public safety throughout the region.
The department is made up of a dedicated group of active volunteers who train weekly to maintain readiness for emergencies at any time. Several members work within town and are able to respond to daytime calls, which is vital to both local coverage and our ability to assist neighboring communities through mutual aid.
In addition to emergency response and training, the Monkton Volunteer Fire Department relies heavily on community support to sustain operations. Our annual Mud Bog event remains our largest and most important fundraiser, providing essential funding for equipment, training, and operational needs. The continued support and participation from the community make this event a success each year, and we are deeply grateful for that support.
Each year, the department also takes time to recognize members who have gone above and beyond in their service. In 2025, the members of the department voted Greg Cota as the Most Outstanding Firefighter of the Year, recognizing his dedication, commitment, and service to the department. The award for the most training hours was earned by David Bristol, acknowledging the significant amount of time and effort he contributed throughout the year. Additionally, Dylan Layn was recognized as the Most Active Firefighter (excluding Chiefs), responding to the greatest number of calls during 2025. We would also like to recognize our two new members Sean Henry and Colin Judge.
The following is a list of your current leadership that is elected by department members to serve in 2026.
Chief Bob Howard 1st
Asst. Chief Matt Dupont
Captain Dan Reinhart
Captain Logan Young
Lieutenant Buzz Kuhns
Secretary Logan Young
2nd Asst. Chief Curtis Layn Lieutenant Rick Gomez Treasurer Rick Gomez
The Monkton Volunteer Fire Department remains committed to providing reliable emergency services while continually improving training, equipment, and coordination. We are always seeking new volunteers and encourage anyone interested to stop by the station on a Wednesday evening or speak with a department member to learn more.
We would like to thank our families, neighbors, the Town Selectboard, rescue squads-especially Monkton First Response-law enforcement agencies, and our mutual aid partner fire departments for their continued support. We appreciate the community’s ongoing encouragement and wish everyone a safe and healthy 2026.
Chief Bob Howard Monkton Volunteer Fire Department