About Us

The department provides fire protection and emergency medical care 24/7/365. The department is staffed by an all volunteer team of Emergency Services Providers. We respond to structure fires, grass and vehicles fires, medical emergencies, traffic collisions, hazardous materials and other emergencies in and around the Bozeman area as well as, providing mutual aid throughout Montana. We participates in a county and state-wide mutual aid program that brings firefighting resources to our incidents when needed and sends SFD resources to emergency scenes when requested. Our Fire engines carry specialized equipment, including Jaws of Life and other firefighting and rescue tools.

 History of Sourdough Fire Department

1. Organized in 1970 as a group of neighbors helping neighbors in an emergency. Original fire station which now stands at 4541 South 3rd was constructed by volunteers using used lumber from a building which was being demolished.

2. In 1986 formally organized as Sourdough Fire District.

3. Governed by a board of five trustees elected by residents of Sourdough Fire District.

4. Sourdough Fire District encompasses 15 square miles, with approximately 1400 homes housing 5000 residents.

5. Sourdough volunteer firefighters respond to all 911 calls within Sourdough Fire District.

The volunteer firefighters of Sourdough Fire Department train every week to national standards. With a strong focus on providing excellent customer service in a safe manner. There are immediate and ongoing opportunities for men and women to serve the Bozeman community thru the volunteer fire service. Please review the Join Our Team page on this website for more information.