Passing S-130/190 and the pack test are both required to fight wildfires.

A friend suggested fighting wildfires for the summer as a way to earn good money.

Since 1998 it has been offering courses on fighting wildfires.

But some critics say the federal government is spending too much money fighting wildfires and indirectly encouraging people to live in fire zones.

Activities of the group included fighting wildfires, offering shelter to those in need, and feeding the homeless.

He also helped fight several major wildfires here.

About 560 wildfire firefighters were involved including a Type 1 team that specializes in fighting large wildfires.

"We have the same problem as law enforcement," said Bill Bryant, who has been fighting wildfires since 1970.

This capability is particularly helpful in fighting forest and wildfires.

From Alaska to Texas, $500 million has been spent fighting wildfires this year.