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Can I order a t shirt?

Helping Tulsa Tech Rebuild β€” In Kevin’s Memory

A devastating tornado struck Tulsa Tech, leaving its Fire Technology program completely destroyed. Forty high school Fire Tech students lost all of their training gear and equipment, and damaging the campus so bad that it forced the entire program to relocate to another campus just to continue their education.

As Kevin Woyjeck’s birthday approaches on September 5, we can think of no better way to honor him than by helping young people who share the same dream Kevin had, to become a first responder and serve their communities.

The Kevin Woyjeck Explorers for Life Association is proud to provide a $10,000 donation to help these 40 students and their program rebuild.
$10,000 is a lot of money but with the magnitude of the damage it is just a drop in the fire bucket.

Kevin would have turned 35 this September 5. In my mind he will always be 21….His legacy continues every time we help another young person take a step forward toward a career as a public servant, and even if for some reason they don’t end up as first responder they can take the lessons learned with them wherever life takes them.

Be a Hotshot in everything you do.

Thank you to all of our supporters!
We couldn’t do it without you all.
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Helping Tulsa Tech Rebuild β€” In Kevin’s Memory

A devastating tornado struck Tulsa Tech, leaving its Fire Technology program completely destroyed. Forty high school Fire Tech students lost all of their training gear and equipment, and damaging the campus so bad that it forced the entire program to relocate to another campus just to continue their education.

As Kevin Woyjeck’s birthday approaches on September 5, we can think of no better way to honor him than by helping young people who share the same dream Kevin had, to become a first responder and serve their communities.

The Kevin Woyjeck Explorers for Life Association is proud to provide a $10,000 donation to help these 40 students and their program rebuild.
$10,000 is a lot of money but with the magnitude of the damage it is just a drop in the fire bucket.

Kevin would have turned 35 this September 5. In my mind he will always be 21….His legacy continues every time we help another young person take a step forward toward a career as a public servant, and even if for some reason they don’t end up as first responder they can take the lessons learned with them wherever life takes them.

Be a Hotshot in everything you do.

Thank you to all of our supporters!
We couldn’t do it without you all.

August 23,2026

Only 20 days until the big event. We have about 10 spots left!.
Don’t miss out, it’s a blast at a great location for an incredible cause!!!
Sign up today!
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August 23,2026

Only 20 days until the big event. We have about 10 spots left!.
Don’t miss out, it’s a blast at a great location for an incredible cause!!!
Sign up today!
1 month ago
Kevin Woyjeck Explorers For Life Assoc. Inc.

Anna and I were truly humbled to travel to Honolulu after being invited to attend the dedication and blessing of Kaʻimiʻāina, the new 15-passenger van for the Honolulu Fire Department Explorer Program. The name Kaʻimiʻāina reflects the spirit of seeking knowledge, purpose, and connection to the community values that align perfectly with the mission of the Explorer Program. Thanks to our dedicated donors, The Kevin Woyjeck Explorers for Life Association was honored to donate $30,000 toward the purchase of this vehicle, helping support the next generation of firefighters.

The trip was made possible through our own personal funds, not Association funds, as we simply wanted to be there to witness this special occasion and celebrate this important milestone with the Honolulu Fire Department Explorer Κ»ohana.

The blessing ceremony was incredibly moving, with approximately 40 to 50 firefighters, department members, family members, and guests in attendance. The traditions of the Honolulu Fire Department run deep, and it was an honor to experience their culture, pride, and commitment to service firsthand. Watching Kaʻimiʻāina officially welcomed into the Explorer family through a traditional Hawaiian blessing made the day even more meaningful.

A very special thank you to Kela Hansen for the invitation, your warm hospitality, and for the incredible job you are doing with the Honolulu Fire Explorers. Your dedication to mentoring and developing the next generation of firefighters is inspiring, and we are honored that the Kevin Woyjeck Explorers for Life Association could play a small part in supporting your outstanding program.

Mahalo to everyone who welcomed us with such warmth and aloha. We returned home with full hearts, grateful for the friendships we made and inspired by the traditions, values, and spirit of the Honolulu Fire Department and its Explorer Program. We know KaΚ»imiʻāina will serve countless young men and women for years to come as they prepare to become tomorrow’s firefighters.

Joe & Anna
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Very nice πŸ‘Œ πŸ‘ πŸ‘ πŸ˜€

Very nice! How wonderful! πŸ‘πŸ‘

What an amazing accomplishment. Thanks you for all you do!❀️

Thats awesome so nice

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Can’t attend our Ballast Point Event?

There’s still a meaningful way to help. ❀️

Support our future by helping equip the next generation of fire explorers and cadets. A $150.00 donation helps cover a pair of boots for a future firefighter, giving a young cadet the gear they need to succeed.

This is our biggest fundraiser of the year and a meaningful way to honor Kevin and the Granite Mountain Hotshots.

πŸ₯Ύ One pair. πŸ§‘β€πŸš’ One cadet. πŸ”₯ One future.

We are so grateful for the support of our community. Because of you, we have been honored to help so many explorer and cadet programs, and we could not do this work without you.

Donate through the Boots for Future Boots link in our bio.
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Can’t attend our Ballast Point Event? 

There’s still a meaningful way to help. ❀️

Support our future by helping equip the next generation of fire explorers and cadets. A $150.00 donation helps cover a pair of boots for a future firefighter, giving a young cadet the gear they need to succeed.

This is our biggest fundraiser of the year and a meaningful way to honor Kevin and the Granite Mountain Hotshots.

πŸ₯Ύ One pair. πŸ§‘β€πŸš’ One cadet. πŸ”₯ One future.

We are so grateful for the support of our community. Because of you, we have been honored to help so many explorer and cadet programs, and we could not do this work without you.

Donate through the Boots for Future Boots link in our bio.

This event always sells out quicklyβ€”and for good reason! Join us for a super fun afternoon celebrating Kevin’s birthday with great food, live music, cold beer, and beautiful views at Ballast Point Long Beach, all while supporting an incredible cause.

Only 200 tickets are available, so don’t wait, sign up through the link in our bio!
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Sunday, September 13 | 2–6 PM

Tickets are $100 and include food, a shirt, music, and more.
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This event always sells out quicklyβ€”and for good reason! Join us for a super fun afternoon celebrating Kevin’s birthday with great food, live music, cold beer, and beautiful views at Ballast Point Long Beach, all while supporting an incredible cause.

Only 200 tickets are available, so don’t wait, sign up through the link in our bio! 
β€οΈπŸš’πŸŽΆπŸ»

Sunday, September 13 | 2–6 PM

Tickets are $100 and include food, a shirt, music, and more.

7/12/2026

On Thursday night I received the devastating news that our friend Randy Mantooth had passed.
I will keep this short.

To the world, Randy was Randolph Mantooth, the actor who brought firefighter/paramedic Johnny Gage to life on EMERGENCY! and inspired generations to enter the fire service and EMS. To us, he was simply our friend Randy.

Randy knew Kevin, Bobby and Maddie since they were very young. Randy was always there for our family. He never stopped supporting firefighters and the Los Angeles County Fire Museum.

We will miss him immensely. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Rest easy friend, thank you for the laughs. Give Kevin a hug for us.

Services are pending,

Cards can be sent to

LA County Fire Museum
9834 Flora Vista st
Bellflower CA
90706
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7/12/2026

On Thursday night I received the devastating news that our friend Randy Mantooth had passed.
I will keep this short.

To the world, Randy was Randolph Mantooth, the actor who brought firefighter/paramedic Johnny Gage to life on EMERGENCY! and inspired generations to enter the fire service and EMS. To us, he was simply our friend Randy.

Randy knew Kevin, Bobby and Maddie since they were very young. Randy was always there for our family. He never stopped supporting firefighters and the Los Angeles County Fire Museum.

We will miss him immensely. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Rest easy friend, thank you for the laughs. Give Kevin a hug for us.

Services are pending,

Cards can be sent to

LA County Fire Museum
9834 Flora Vista st
Bellflower CA
90706
... See MoreSee Less

7/12/2026

On Thursday night I received the devastating news that our friend Randy Mantooth had passed.
I will keep this short.

To the world, Randy was Randolph Mantooth, the actor who brought firefighter/paramedic Johnny Gage to life on EMERGENCY! and inspired generations to enter the fire service and EMS. To us, he was simply our friend Randy.

Randy knew Kevin, Bobby and Maddie since they were very young. Randy was always there for our family. He never stopped supporting firefighters and the Los Angeles County Fire Museum.

We will miss him immensely. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Rest easy friend, thank you for the laughs. Give Kevin a hug for us.

Services are pending,

Cards can be sent to 

LA County Fire Museum
9834 Flora Vista st
Bellflower CA
90706

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He will be missed. Condolences to you, Joe.

Very nice my Bro…πŸš’πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

Beautiful tribute ❀️

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Legendary picture!

Such a TERRIBLE loss. Just stunned. It really affected me when the news was shared. May his memory be eternal.

RIP Randy, thoughts and prayers with your loved ones πŸ™

R.I.P. Randy Mantooth It is because of you, that I and so many others, are who we are. Paramedic Rescue 101 song youtu.be/M_kd08I3x7w?is=j4C6qM7d2Ne7LWkv

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Emergency had more impact on any service provide by government than most any other program... it had an incredible impact on the fire service as well as the population in general.. the Paramdics provided people across the country with life saving medical care.... and Randolph Mantooth played huge role in moving the paramedic programs forward...

Great picture πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™

He was a good man... God Bless him and his family....

RIP Randolph.

You will be deeply missed, RIP

I sent a card July 11, 2026 πŸ˜” πŸ™

Sounds like he was a really good human.

He was so great on Emergency. I still watch it 61 years later. He did make a huge impact on the Firefighter and EMT world!!!! You will definitely be missed by manyπŸ’”

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So very sorry for the loss of your friend. May the impact he had during his time on this earth continue to positively impact the lives of others.

Beautiful tribute to Randy β€οΈπŸ’•πŸ’•

Great picture!

RIP Johnny Gage squad 51kmg365. RIP✝️ Randy Mantooth πŸ™RIP πŸ™

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Rest in peace Randolph mantooth 2026

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