Fraternal Order of Leatherheads Society
Mission Statement
The Fraternal Order of Leatherheads Society was founded in 1995 by a group of Central Florida Firemen. This group, known today as the Founding F.O.O.L.S., had a passion for not only the camaraderie and brotherhood that is forged between firefighters, but the rich tradition and heritage of the Fire Service.
The "Leatherhead" is a term used for a firefighter who uses the leather helmet for protection from the hazards we face every day on the streets. The leather helmet is an international sign of a firefighter, a symbol that is significant in not only tradition from the early years of firefighting, but one of bravery, integrity, honor and pride. This helmet is a sign of WHO we are, not WHAT we are.
The F.O.O.L.S., like the traditional leather helmet, has always existed through the brotherhood and tradition of the Fire Service, and will continue to grow and flourish as long as there are fires to fight and emergencies to respond to. All firefighters are welcome to be a part of this great organization; one does not have to own a leather helmet to be considered a "Leatherhead". All members must be true to his/her profession and true to his Brother and Sister firefighters.
We ask each and every one of you, let us never, ever forget those of us who have gone before us in the line of duty. Because those brave souls have given all, it is up to us to always keep them alive in our hearts and in our memories.
LONG LIVE THE F.O.O.L.S.!
Northern Lights F.O.O.L.S.
The Northern Lights Chapter of the Fraternal Order Of Leatherheads Society was formed in May of 2013. We are located in the Arrowhead Region of Northeastern Minnesota, also known as "God's Country". A group of local firefighters got together and started our local chapter because of our dedication, commitment and belief of carrying on the traditions of the fire service, to enhance our training, to have a formal group in which we can remember our fallen brothers, protect each other, do the right thing, and to go home safely after each and every fire through increased education and training. We truly believe in the Mission Statement of the International Fraternal Order of Leatherheads Society. Duty - Pride - Tradition are what we are made of. If you honestly believe in the "Brotherhood", take a look at our mission statement and what F.O.O.L.S. is all about. If you would like to become a F.O.O.L., visit our membership page for more information.
We hold bi-monthly meetings, where training sessions are conducted along with our general business meeting.
Each new member, as they are initiated into our Chapter, will give a brief history of his/her Fire Department to the group.
We ask that all members attend every meeting. Individual memberships will be reviewed annually.
Contact one of the members for more information, submit a request through this website, or email us at [email protected].
Visit us on Facebook at Northern Lights FOOLS
FTM - PTB, RFB, DTRT, EGH
Mission Statement
The Fraternal Order of Leatherheads Society was founded in 1995 by a group of Central Florida Firemen. This group, known today as the Founding F.O.O.L.S., had a passion for not only the camaraderie and brotherhood that is forged between firefighters, but the rich tradition and heritage of the Fire Service.
The "Leatherhead" is a term used for a firefighter who uses the leather helmet for protection from the hazards we face every day on the streets. The leather helmet is an international sign of a firefighter, a symbol that is significant in not only tradition from the early years of firefighting, but one of bravery, integrity, honor and pride. This helmet is a sign of WHO we are, not WHAT we are.
The F.O.O.L.S., like the traditional leather helmet, has always existed through the brotherhood and tradition of the Fire Service, and will continue to grow and flourish as long as there are fires to fight and emergencies to respond to. All firefighters are welcome to be a part of this great organization; one does not have to own a leather helmet to be considered a "Leatherhead". All members must be true to his/her profession and true to his Brother and Sister firefighters.
We ask each and every one of you, let us never, ever forget those of us who have gone before us in the line of duty. Because those brave souls have given all, it is up to us to always keep them alive in our hearts and in our memories.
LONG LIVE THE F.O.O.L.S.!
Northern Lights F.O.O.L.S.
The Northern Lights Chapter of the Fraternal Order Of Leatherheads Society was formed in May of 2013. We are located in the Arrowhead Region of Northeastern Minnesota, also known as "God's Country". A group of local firefighters got together and started our local chapter because of our dedication, commitment and belief of carrying on the traditions of the fire service, to enhance our training, to have a formal group in which we can remember our fallen brothers, protect each other, do the right thing, and to go home safely after each and every fire through increased education and training. We truly believe in the Mission Statement of the International Fraternal Order of Leatherheads Society. Duty - Pride - Tradition are what we are made of. If you honestly believe in the "Brotherhood", take a look at our mission statement and what F.O.O.L.S. is all about. If you would like to become a F.O.O.L., visit our membership page for more information.
We hold bi-monthly meetings, where training sessions are conducted along with our general business meeting.
Each new member, as they are initiated into our Chapter, will give a brief history of his/her Fire Department to the group.
We ask that all members attend every meeting. Individual memberships will be reviewed annually.
Contact one of the members for more information, submit a request through this website, or email us at [email protected].
Visit us on Facebook at Northern Lights FOOLS
FTM - PTB, RFB, DTRT, EGH