Going Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881

The Role of the Family Liaison

Join us for a powerful conversation with the families of our fallen and the Family Liaisons who walk beside them. We explore how Local 2881 shows up, supports, and stands

The Realities of Military Leave

Join us for a conversation led by State Supervisor Director Jeremy Salizzoni about the men and women who serve our country and protect our state — and what we can do to b

Supporting Those Who Serve: A Conversation with ESS

In this episode, we sit down with ESS for an open conversation about the mental health challenges our members face, and the support systems built to carry them through. F

Taking Care of Our Own with the Honor Guard and Family Liaisons

Taking care of our own is more than a promise, it's part of who we are. In this episode, the Honor Guard and Family Liaisons share how they show up for families during th

Local 2881 x Hundred Health

What does real, sustainable firefighter health look like? This episode explores how Hundred Health is partnering with CAL FIRE Local 2881 to build a healthier future for

A Conversation with CAL FIRE Director, Chief Tyler

CAL FIRE Director Joe Tyler and Local 2881 President Tim Edwards sit down for a candid conversation about partnership, progress, and the future of CAL FIRE. 

Conversation with L2881 President and State Rank & File

Join us for a conversation with L2881 President and State Rank & File as we dive into the contract and recent legislation impacting our members.

Ready Rebound

In this episode, we sit down with the team behind Ready Rebound to discuss how they are transforming recovery for first responders who are injured on the job. Ready Rebou

Union Mentorship

In this episode, we explore how union mentorship builds up the next generation of leaders, fosters solidarity, and strengthens our collective voice.

Stronger Together: The Power of Union Engagement

We're back with two more Local 2881 members, both from District X, who are stepping up in the Advanced Leadership Class. In this episode, we talk more about why active pa

Leading with Strength: The Power of Union Leadership

Step into the world of leadership with two Local 2881 members as they attend the Local 2881 Advanced Leadership Class. This episode dives into the key traits of effective

Workers Comp, Part 2

We continue our conversation with Jason and Kevan about navigating workers comp and resources available to L2881 members. Be sure to go back and listen to part 1! 

Workers Comp, Part 1

Join us for a conversation with Kevan Fox from the L2881 Injured Member Liaison (IML) Committee and attorney Jason Wells as we discuss navigating workers comp. 

Episode 19: History of the Union, Part 2

We continue the conversation about the history of the union with former L2881 President Ray Snodgrass and former L2881 State Rank & File Ken Hale. We pick up the conversa

Ep. 18: The History of the Union, Part 1

Join us for the first episode in our history series! Today we are talking with former L2881 President, Ray Snodgrass, and former State Rank & File, Ken Hale. We talk abou

Retirement and the Union

Join us for a discussion with two of our Chapter Retiree Directors on the preparing for retirement, retirement life, L2881 retiree benefits, how to become an L2881 retire

Open Enrollment and Benefits

Join us for a discussion on the Open Enrollment - important dates to keep in mind, how to change your health benefits, resources, and more! 

What it Means to be an L2881 Union Rep

Join us for a discussion on what it means to be a union rep! This episode was recorded during one of our rep class trainings this year and features some of our rep class

Women in CAL FIRE

Last month we talked with four women in CAL FIRE about the perspective women bring to the fire service and the unique challenges they might face. We hope you enjoy the di

Conversations from the Membership Support Class

Join VP Pete Munoa, District II VP Nick Garcia, District X VP Patrick Walker and the Honor Guard Commander Chris Bruno as they talk about the Membership Support class how