Pagosa Fire Protection District recognizes volunteers

Photo courtesy Jasmin Wampler
The Pagosa Fire Protection District honors outstanding firefighters for work and effort beyond normal expectations. Pictured, left to right, Assistant Chief Randy Larson, Public Education Award recipient Bill Crouse, Training Officer Award recipient Marvin Johnson, Operations Award recipient Ryan Hujus and Training Officer Colton Calavan.

By Jasmin Wampler

Special to The PREVIEW

The Pagosa Fire Protection District held its annual appreciation dinner on Sunday, Jan. 31. Each year, volunteer firefighters are recognized for the service and dedication they offer the department and the community.

At the dinner, awards were presented to Scott Carpenter for Firefighter of the Year and Jared Wirth for Rookie of the Year.

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