Inside EMS Podcast: The Latest EMS News and Commentary
No clinical issue this week, just our take on the latest EMS news and events. Give us a listen, share your thoughts. (Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver)
Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver - September 24, 2015 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: ambulancedriverfiles Tags: EMS Topics Inside EMS Podcasting Source Type: blogs

KTKC Fundraising Challenge: Week Three Standings
We’re three weeks into the 2015 KTKC Fundraising Challenge, and we’re knocking on $10k, at $9,690 as of 1915 CST on September 21st. We’ve got nine days to go, and Team HBC Concealment is kicking all our butts. They just finished a big push at a local pizza parlor, and my guess is that second ... (Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver)
Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver - September 22, 2015 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: ambulancedriverfiles Tags: Charity Kilted to Kick Cancer Source Type: blogs

Shine R. Bock Says,
“Won’t you donate to Team Ambulance Driver in the 2015 KTKC Fundraising Challenge?” My dad’s in fourth place, and he’s despondent over it. No mooches, no scratches, no snacks, no romps in the yard… I can’t even get him to break out his boomstick and go dammarmadillo hunting with me. All he does is obsessively ... (Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver)
Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver - September 17, 2015 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: ambulancedriverfiles Tags: Charity Kilted to Kick Cancer Shine R. Bock Source Type: blogs

Georgia EMS Educators Conference
I’d like to give a shout-out to the Georgia Association of Emergency Medical Services and their EMS Educators Conference, and the sponsors that make it possible. This is the second time I’ve been privileged to speak at their educators conference, the first time being in Pine Mountain, GA back in 2007. One thing that struck ... (Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver)
Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver - September 17, 2015 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: ambulancedriverfiles Tags: EMS Conferences EMS Education Source Type: blogs

For You EMS Types…
… here’s a rundown of the NREMT’s National Continuing Competency Program. I like it. Big improvement over the old refresher+CEU model. (Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver)
Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver - September 16, 2015 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: ambulancedriverfiles Tags: EMS Education NREMT Source Type: blogs

KTKC Donor Spotlight: Burris Optics
Completing the KTKC donor spotlights is Burris Optics, who supplied an M-Tac 1×4 optic for our KTKC dual-purpose AR15 in .300 Blackout. Since this rifle is designed to serve equally well for hunting as home defense, we needed a high quality, extremely versatile optic to mate to it. The M-Tac 1×4, a popular choice among ... (Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver)
Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver - September 16, 2015 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: ambulancedriverfiles Tags: Charity Kilted to Kick Cancer Sweet linky love Source Type: blogs

KTKC Donor Spotlight: Lucky Gunner
For those of us who have suffered through the ammo shortages of the past few years, Lucky Gunner has become one of the go-to sources for hard-to-find ammo from .375 Unobtanium to .22 LR (which is rimfire unobtanium). Not only are their prices reasonable, but you know before you place the SUBMIT button on your ... (Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver)
Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver - September 15, 2015 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: ambulancedriverfiles Tags: Charity Kilted to Kick Cancer Sweet linky love Source Type: blogs

KTKC Fundraising Challenge: Week Two Standings
Well, we’re halfway through with our 2015 fundraising challenge, and as of 0700 Central on September 14, our total stands at $6,882. We have just two weeks to go, and some big additions in store for some teams for these next two weeks. Team HBC Concealment is a fundraising juggernaut, in first place with $1652. ... (Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver)
Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver - September 14, 2015 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: ambulancedriverfiles Tags: Charity Kilted to Kick Cancer Source Type: blogs

KTKC Donor Spotlight: Talley Manufacturing
This year’s featured Dreadnaught AR15 sports quality glass from Burris Optics, and mating that glass to Alex’s handiwork are Talley Manufacturing fixed 30mm rings. Thanks a bunch to Chris Short of Talley Manufacturing for supporting Kilted to Kick Cancer, and y’all should definitely check these guys out for your optics mounting needs! (Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver)
Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver - September 14, 2015 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: ambulancedriverfiles Tags: Charity Kilted to Kick Cancer Sweet linky love Source Type: blogs

KTKC Donor Spotlight: Among the Leaves
Today’s donor spotlight is my friend Daniel S. of Among the Leaves, purveyors of quality survival kits, bug out bags, and other outdoors and survival gear. This year’s donation is one of our featured prizes, a 72-hour fully stocked bug out bag valued at over $400. That is one awesome prize, and we’re grateful as ... (Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver)
Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver - September 14, 2015 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: ambulancedriverfiles Tags: Charity Kilted to Kick Cancer Sweet linky love Source Type: blogs

KTKC Donor Spotlight: Gobha Iron and Wood Works
Today’s donor spotlight is kilted blacksmith Kyle Leslie of Gobha Iron and Wood Works. Kyle has been gracious enough to donate a set of hand-forged iron candlesticks. Each set has been forged in a propane forge, using 1/4 round or square stock. They fit a standard 7/8″ round taper candle. Kyle does all twists, bends, ... (Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver)
Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver - September 13, 2015 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: ambulancedriverfiles Tags: Charity Kilted to Kick Cancer Sweet linky love Source Type: blogs

KTKC Donor Spotlight: Dragon Leatherworks
We’ve got a new Kilted fundraiser this year, one Dennis Badurina of Dragon Leatherworks. Aside from being one of the best custom holster makers out there, Dennis is also holster maker to the stars, with products appearing in everything from NCIS to the new Jurassic World movie. This year, Prize Package 4 includes a Dragonworks ... (Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver)
Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver - September 12, 2015 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: ambulancedriverfiles Tags: Charity Kilted to Kick Cancer Sweet linky love Source Type: blogs

KTKC Donor Spotlight: Blauer Apparel
New to the KTKC donor list this year is Blauer public safety apparel. Each of the prize packages this year contains a pair of Blauer 6″ Clash LT boots. I’ve owned both the Clash and Blitz duty boots, Blauer tactical pants, and their high visibility jacket, and been impressed with everything I’ve reviewed. Their duty ... (Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver)
Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver - September 11, 2015 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: ambulancedriverfiles Tags: Charity Kilted to Kick Cancer Sweet linky love Source Type: blogs

KTKC Donor Spotlight: Richardson Reloading
Today’s donor spotlight is Cody Richardson of Richardson Reloading in southern Illinois. Richardson Reloading is a licensed and insured Type 06 manufacturer of ammunition, specializing in highly accurate remanufactured ammunition that looks and shoots better than new ammunition from even the most revered of manufacturers. I’ve shot Richardson ammo, and it’s ammunition as good as ... (Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver)
Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver - September 10, 2015 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: ambulancedriverfiles Tags: Charity Kilted to Kick Cancer Sweet linky love Source Type: blogs

KTKC Donor Spotlight: Buck Knives
If you’re of a certain generation, you probably carried a Buck knife in your pocket. It was likely given to you by your father or grandfather, already well-worn but still razor sharp. Solid, well-made, it was a reminder you carried around with you every day that your old man thought you were man enough now ... (Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver)
Source: A Day In the Life of An Ambulance Driver - September 9, 2015 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: ambulancedriverfiles Tags: Charity Kilted to Kick Cancer Sweet linky love Source Type: blogs