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The inferno swept through hillsides, canyons and neighborhoods from Santa Barbara to the Mexican Border with little to no warning. Flames

fanned by record Santa Ana winds and encouraged by the drought-dry conditions took San Diego County and its Southern California neighbors by surprise, leading to devastating loss and rivaling that of the Cedar Fire that flattened the region just four years earlier – almost to the day.

One of the two largest wildfires took hold early Sunday morning, October 21, when hurricane-force winds pushed fire through remote backcountry. The Harris

Fire began near the Mexican Border in the rural community of Portrero, and rapidly burned to the north and west. The Witch Creek fire began the next morning, and burned a huge area of northern San Diego County. All told, homes were destroyed in several communities including: Del Dios, Dulzura, Escondido, Fallbrook, Jamul, Portrero, Poway, Ramona, Rancho Bernardino and Rancho Santa Fe. It would take more than two weeks to fully contain all of the fires burning throughout the County.

In the largest evacuation in San Diego County history, more than 500,000 people were forced to

leave their homes. Many residents took refuge in area shelters; others joined an estimated 20,000 of their closest neighbors at Qualcomm Stadium. Officials used a computerized Reverse 911 phone system to alert residents when it was time to leave. Firefighters with bullhorns took to neighborhoods to make sure everyone was out. The erratic winds made evacuation a challenge – many residents were lucky to escape with their lives. Others were not as fortunate. At the time of publication, 10 lives had been claimed by the firestorms and more than 130 firefighters had been injured.

Destruction & Tears: 2007 Wildfires Scorch SD County

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F&T Fire and Burn Prevention Facts & TipsFact Over the last decade, candle fires have more than tripled from the 5,500 reported in 1990.

Tip Extinguish ALL candles when leaving the room or going to sleep.

Board of Directors

Gerald S. Davee, Esq.

Chairman of the Board

Jim Hansen

President

Chief Bob Pfohl

Vice President Chief Financial Officer

Allan W. Arendsee

Vice President Development

Michael Pierschbacher, Ph.D.

Vice President Program

Dolores Juditz

Secretary

Jeff Berend

Jim Boland

Charlie Brown

Chief Dave Burk

Captain Angelo Cappos

Chief Kevin Crawford

Paul Dawson

Rodger Dougherty

Theodore S. Drcar, Esq.

Ron Houston

Victor Jaime, Ph.D.

Chief Tracy Jarman

R. Anthony Mahavier, Esq.

Chief Kenneth J. Miller (ret.)

Susan McClellan

Chief Dave Ott

Bruce Potenza, M.D.

Chris Saunders

Chief Mitch Villalpando

Chief Erwin Willis (ret.)

Greetings!Déjà vu all over again? The 2003 wildfires were touted by some as the wildfire to end all wildfires – but it wasn’t. The fire service knew it. And so when the 2007 wildfires struck, the fire service was ready– but were you? Did you ensure that you had the proper 100 foot brush clearance around your house? Firefighters call it defensible space. It gives your home a more than 90 percent chance of surviving a wildfire– assuming that you have non-combustible roofing and ensure that there is nothing flammable stored closely to your house. Did you create a fire escape plan beforehand so that if you needed to evacuate, (more than 500,000 did), you knew exactly what you were going to take and what route you were going to travel? Did you have an alternative route in case one was blocked?

A good friend of mine, who lives in Rancho Bernardo, said to me this past week, “No one in San Diego County is immune to wildfires.” He thought that his neighborhood was surrounded by enough asphalt and far enough away from any canyons that he was safe. Eight of his neighbors lost their homes. He was one of the lucky ones.

Severe wildfires are a part of living in Southern California. Get used to it. And with continued drought conditions combined with unstoppable Santa Ana winds– the next big one is just around the corner. It’s not a matter of if. It’s a matter of when. The fire service is preparing for the next big one– they made a number of improvements after the 2003 fires, and guaranteed they will do the same after this one. They’re getting ready– shouldn’t you?

Log on to the Burn Institute’s website (www.burninstitute.org), or call us for a free copy of our wildfire guide. The guide will give you step-by-step instructions on how to safeguard your home, and also how to create a family evacuation plan.

Someone once told me, “An ounce of prevention is better than a pound of suppression.”

The time is now– don’t wait until it’s too late and you find yourself wondering, “What if?”

Stay Safe!

James A. FlorosExecutive Director/Chief Executive Officer

P.S. I would like to also thank and acknowledge the outstanding job the fire service, UCSD Regional Burn Center and Burn Institute staff did during the wildfires– congratulations to you all for a job well done!

Please remember the Burn Institute in your annual United Way/CHAD & CFC Campaigns.

Member Agency of Combined Health Agencies (San Diego County #95581)

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Combined Federal Campaign (San Diego #50359) (Imperial County #7024)

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and burn survivor support services.Just days after the fires began, the Burn Institute established the Varshock Fund, designed to assist the Varshock family with their immediate needs and ongoing medical expenses. Donors can find a link to the fund at www.burninstitute.org. One-hundred percent of donated funds will go directly to the family.

“I think I speak for all the local Fire Service when I thank the Burn Institute for all of their support to the families of burn survivors, especially for the firefighters injured at the Harris Fire,” said Unit Chief Rick Henson, CALFIRE San Diego. “Burn Institute staff were at the hospital every day, providing support and encouragement to the families, and we can’t thank them enough for all they do.”

While displaced families return to their embattled neighborhoods and struggle to cope with their losses – signs of the rebuilding effort is already underway. Bulldozers and trucks move debris and ash from singed foundations and insurance companies are working on claims for homeowners. As they did after the 2003 firestorms, fire and emergency personnel, county, state and Federal entities are taking stock of how they did, and how they can improve services before the next wildfire hits. And because we live in Southern California – there will be a next time.

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Rice CanyonHornoEarly in the week, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger visited the area and declared a state of emergency in San Diego County and six others ravaged by fire. On Oct. 23, President Bush authorized Federal assistance through FEMA.

The coordinated firefighting effort became an incredible challenge on many levels. The number of residents that had to be warned and/or evacuated was constantly changing as the fires grew; remote locations and steep terrain were tough for firefighters to access; thousands of firefighters, support staff and dozens of agencies had to be coordinated and managed. The undertaking was formidable and would stretch resources to the limit.

BY THE NUMBERS: According to preliminary estimates from fire officials, the weeklong siege swallowed up more than 518,000 acres of land, destroyed an estimated 3,107 structures (nearly 1,700 of those were homes), and threatened another 31,000 residences. More than 2,300 vehicles (including boats and tractors) were lost. Emergency officials have estimated home losses at more than $1 billion. Crop losses are projected to top $42.6 million.

An estimated 15,616 firefighters took part in the exhaustive effort, (including those from nine neighboring states including our own). Assistance came from Arizona, Northern and Central California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oregon, Washington and Wyoming. Firefighters from Mexico also assisted. The fire service used an estimated: 2,585 Fire Engines; 263 Strike Teams; 225 Bulldozers; 298 Hand Crews and 284 Water Tenders.

In keeping with its mission, Burn Institute personnel were at the UCSD Burn Center to provide comfort and support to the families of burn survivors. At its peak, 22 patients had been admitted, four of whom were firefighters who were badly injured during a rescue while on the Harris Fire. Richard Varshock, 15, was seriously burned and remains hospitalized at UCSD Burn Center. His father, Tom Varshock, 52, perished in the fire.

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Never burn candles near or on a Christmas tree or combustible decorations.

Keep candles away from flammable materials including papers, towels and silk and dried flower arrangements. Keep in mind that curtains can drift across a candle flame and ignite.

Do not leave children unattended in a room with lit candles.

Keep wicks trimmed to 1/4 inch, and extinguish candles when they burn down to within two-inches of the holder.

Do not leave candles burning unattended. Extinguish all candles before you leave a room.

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As president of the San Diego County Fire Chiefs’ Association, I would like to share some thoughts on the recent fires in our County. First, I would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to those who lost loved ones and/or their homes. I can assure you that the Fire Service will continue to serve our communities, beyond our normal job responsibilities, as we enter into the recovery phase of this disaster.

Secondly, I would like to thank everyone for the incredible support shown to the dedicated men and women who worked such long hours and gave so much, protecting life, property, and the environment. Our thoughts are with the injured Cal Fire firefighters and their families.

I am also very proud of you, our citizens, for the extraordinary efforts that you made to assist the more

Chief Reflects on Wildfires, Evacuation Efforts

Christmas TreesWhen choosing a cut tree, look for freshness. The trunk should be sticky to the touch. The needles should be difficult to pull from the branches and should not break when bent between your fingers. When you bounce the tree trunk on the floor, a shower of needles should not fall. If they do, that shows that the tree is dry and potentially a fire hazard.

Do not place your tree close to a heat source, including a fireplace or heat vent. The tree will dry out the tree, causing it to be more easily ignited by heat, flame or sparks. At all times, make sure you keep the tree stand filled with water.

Never put tree branches or needles in a fireplace or wood burning stove. When the tree becomes dry, discard it promptly. The best way to dispose of your tree is by taking it to a recycling center or have it hauled away by a community pick-up service.

‘Tis the Season for Fire and Burn Safety

LightsInspect holiday lights each year for frayed wires, bare spots, gaps in the insulation, broken or cracked sockets, and excessive kinking or wear before putting them up. Use only lighting listed by an approved testing laboratory.

Do not link more than three light strands, unless the directions indicate it is safe. Connect strings of lights to an extension cord before plugging the cord into the outlet. Make sure to periodically check the wires – they should not be warm to the touch.

Always unplug lights before leaving your home or going to sleep.

Candles Make sure candles are placed in a sturdy, non-combustible holder.

The holiday season has arrived and for most people this is a festive and joyous time of year. However, with all the fun and festivities comes the potential for burn and fire hazards in your home. Every year, fires occurring during the holiday season injure more than 2,000 people and cause nearly $100 million in damage. The Burn Institute would like to remind people that there are some precautionary tips you can take to greatly reduce your chance of becoming a holiday fire statistic.

The Heady Scent of DangerKids Finding New Uses for Popular Aerosols Since the beginning of time, male teens have looked for ways to attract the opposite sex. Today’s vast array of good-smelling, cleverly-marketed love potions are selling well – especially to the young set. Parents might notice that their sons are heavily-dousing themselves to the extent that they can be smelled long before entering a room! But parents should be warned – fragranced aerosols and teens can be a lethal combination.

Paired with matches or lighters, popular aerosols including fragrances, hairspray and WD-40 can easily become torches. Perhaps worse, the cans themselves can become explosive, causing third degree burns or mutilation to the face, hands and fingers. Sadly, the results of such fire play have been seen in Burn Centers and hospital emergency rooms across the nation – and they appear to be on the increase. Burn injuries are the second leading cause of death in minors younger than 14 years!

“We are seeing more burns as a result of kids experimenting with aerosols,” said Aida Flores, Burn

Institute Program Director. Recently, Flores has seen increasing evidence of fire play on the Internet, with teens videotaping their fiery exploits and then publishing clips online for feedback from their peers. This trend not only encourages/reinforces the original activity, but instructs other youngsters so that they can try it themselves.

Children found using these types of accelerants may be charged with Arson, placed on probation and/or sent to juvenile hall. Talk to your children about fire play. Let them know the rules about matches/lighters, and/or using aerosols of any kind. Check their backpacks. Aerosols should be left at home. Children carrying lighters or matches to school may be suspended or expelled.

If you have concerns about possible fire play, call the Burn Institute to set up a free two-hour education session: 858-541-2277, or visit www.burninstitute.org

Holiday Recipe for Fire Retardant Christmas TreeINGREDIENTS

• 2 gallons of hot water• 2 cups clear Karo syrup• 2 ounces liquid chlorine bleach• 2 pinches of Epsom salts • One half-teaspoon Borax• One teaspoon chelated iron (Can be purchased from a garden shop)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place water in bucket and add all ingredients. Stir until all ingredients are completely dissolved and set aside.

2. Make a fresh, level cut, 3-inches from the bottom of trunk.

3. Stand the trunk of the tree in the solution and leave for 24-hours.

4. Place your tree in a tree stand that contains a well for liquid.

5. When the tree has been positioned in the stand, use a plastic cup to pour the solution into the tree well. Safely store remaining solution.

6. Every day, top-off the well with the solution, and keep your tree hydrated throughout the season!

HOW DOES THE SOLUTION WORK?

The Karo Syrup provides the sugar necessary to allow the base of the tree to take up water. Up to 1.5 gallons of water can be taken up by the tree over a 2-week period. Boron in the Borax allows the tree to move water and sugar out to every branch and needle in the tree. Magnesium compounds in the Epsom salts and iron from the chelated iron provide components for the production of chlorophyll to help keep the tree green. The bleach prevents mold from forming in the solution. Other benefits of the recipe include a noticeable increase in the tree’s natural evergreen fragrance, plus the tendency to shed fewer needles means less mess to clean up after the holidays!

than half million people displaced by these devastating fires. The teamwork, tireless effort, overwhelming response, and genuine caring were heartwarming and make me proud to live in this region.

I must tell you that we could not have done what we did without a number of partners. Thank you to disciplines such as, law enforcement, utilities, health care, and other contributing agencies.

Lastly, I want to tell you that from a firefighting standpoint, these incidents went very well. The cooperation between the numerous agencies involved was incredible. Communications were much improved over the 2003 Fire Storms. The dedicated air resources, put in place after 2003, were invaluable in our suppression efforts. Evacuations (using R911 – put in place after 2003), were more proactive and kept the

loss of life to a minimum. There were many other improvements made since 2003.

Overall, I am proud and honored to belong to such a dedicated group and assure you that we will review Fire Siege 2007 for opportunities to improve the already extremely high level of service provided to this region.

Sincerely,

David H. BurkPresident, San Diego County Fire Chiefs’ Association

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President’s Circle Members

President’s Circle members are individual donors who support the Burn Institute with an annual gift of $1,000 or more. This annual gift can

be made in the form of cash, check, credit card or appreciated stock. You can become a member for only $83 a month. To learn about all the exciting annual benefits you will receive as a President’s Circle member contact Diane Sutherland at 858.541.2277 ext. 19 or dsutherland@burninstitute.org.

Mr. Allan ArendseeMs. Samantha BarryessaMr. & Mrs. Gary BeardsleyMr. Randy BixlerMr. James BolandChief Jeff BowmanMr. Charlie BrownMr. & Mrs. Earle BruckerMr. & Mrs. Richard ByerMs. Robin CallawayMr. Vin CiruzziMr. & Mrs. Doug CoxBattalion Chief Gary CroucherMr. & Mrs. Gerald DaveeMr. Ted DrcarMr. Hugh DunkleeBattalion Chief Brian FennessyMr. & Mrs. Steven FieldsMr. & Mrs. James FlorosMr. & Mrs. Steve FlynnMr. Ralph FrameMr. & Mrs. Scott FreeChief Augie GhioMs. Connie GoldenMr. & Mrs. Robert GoldsmithMr. & Mrs. J. Allen GrahamMr. & Mrs. Jim HansenMr. & Mrs. E. Miles HarveyMr. Alfonso HernandezMr. Steve HoffmanMr. Ron HoustonDr. Victor JaimeChief & Mrs. James HunterMr. & Mrs. Kent HumberMs. Julianne JamesChief Tracy JarmanMr. & Mrs. Warren Johnson

Mr. Derek JonesMs. Dolores JuditzMr. & Mrs. Bruce KerlJames KimbrellMr. Jason KimbrellMr. & Mrs. Richard KintzMr. Loren KramerMr. James LockwoodMs. Margaret LoweryMr. Tony MahavierMr. & Mrs. John MattosMr. & Mrs. Jill McCartyMr. & Mrs. Craig McClellanChief & Mrs. Bill MetcalfChief & Mrs. Ken Miller, (ret.)Mr. Gilbert MirandaMr. Mark MoothartMr. & Mrs. Alfred O’BrienChief Dave OttChief Bob PfholDr. Michael PierschbacherDeputy Chief Robert PreytorMs. Dawn RobinsonMr. & Mrs. Christopher RomineMr. & Mrs. Martin SchoonderwoerdMr. & Mrs. Allan SeversonMr. & Mrs. John SimpsonMr. George StarazaMs. Diane SutherlandChief Mitch VillalpandoMr. & Mrs. Lawrence WeitzenChief Erwin WillisMr. & Mrs. John WittMr. & Mrs. Dick WoltmanMr. Mike MortonMs. Susanne Stanford

Current Members of the President’s Circle

DonorsThe Burn Institute is grateful to the following individuals, corporations, foundations and community groups for their generous gifts. Listed below are donations of $250+ made from May 26, 2007 through October 12, 2007.

AAction Donation ServicesAir Products & Chemicals, Inc.American Medical ResponseMr. David AndersonArbonne InternationalMr. & Mrs. Allan ArendseeArrowhead Regional Medical Center FoundationMr. George BakerBarona Band of Mission IndiansMr. Mike BenoitDr. Dan BitnerMr. James BolandBoley CorporationMr. & Mrs. Michael BravenceMr. & Mrs. Earle BruckerMr. Jeffrey BrummittMr. & Mrs. Richard BurnsMr. & Mrs. Jeffrey ButkowskiMr. & Mrs. Richard ByerCafiero Tax & FinancialRobin CallawayCarlsbad Firefighters IAFF Local 3730California Employees Charitable OrganizationMr. John ChampChange a Life FoundationChula Vista Firefighter’s FoundationCity of San DiegoCode 3 ElectricMr. Thomas CooperCosco Fire Protection, Inc.Mr. & Mrs. Doug CoxMr. & Mrs. Hugh CreagerBattalion Chief Gary CroucherCVS Pharmacy, Inc.Mr. & Mrs. Gerald DaveeDahesa Volunteer Fire DepartmentDepartment of Justice – 16th Floor Secretarial TeamMr. & Mrs. Stanley DroschMr. & Mrs. Laurence DuclosMr. Hugh Dunklee & Mrs. Mary Beth KelleDziner Eyez, Inc.EDCO Disposal CorporationEdison International Employee Contribution CampaignEl Cajon Fire Fighters PAC

El Cajon Firemen’s Relief AssociationElkhart BrassMrs. Carolyn ElledgeCaptain Doug ElliottMs. Ann ElmsElsevier FoundationEscondido Firefighters AssociationFederal Signal Corporation Mobile SystemsFerguson Fire & Fabrication, Inc.Fire Fighters Advisory Council to the Burn InstituteFidelity Charitable Gift FundFIRE-ETCFire Research CorporationFireman’s Fund Insurance CompanyMs. Betty Kent FlorosMr. & Mrs. James A. FlorosForestersSamuel I & John Henry Fox FoundationGable Residential ServicesChief Jim GeeringGenentechGoodrich/Rohr Employees’ Will-Share ClubMr. Mike GuddeMr. & Mrs. Anthony HancockMr. & Mrs. Jim HansenMr. & Mrs. E. Miles HarveyMr. J. HauxDr. & Mrs. William HendrixHotcha SalsaMr. Ron HoustonImperial County Children & Families First CommissionMr. Lawrence IsenChief Tracy JarmenJ&M Keystone, Inc.J & S TravelMr. & Mrs. Warren JohnsonMrs. Janet JohnstonMr. & Mrs. Bruce KerlMr. Karl KozakLake Cuyamaca Volunteer Fire DepartmentLas PrimerasLatitude 33 Planning & EngineeringMr. Marc MadisonMr. R. Anthony MahavierMr. & Mrs. Ken MatsumotoMediFast San Diego, Inc.Colonel & Mrs. Charles MerzMeyers Land DevelopmentChief & Mrs. Ken MillerMr. & Mrs. Charles MuhaNancy Olmsted Kaehr and Michael G. Kaehr Fund at the San Diego FoundationN.S. Construction, Inc.NC Holding, Inc.Non Surgical Spine Care CenterMr. & Mrs. Alfred O’BrienMr. Rick OchockiOld Mission Beach Athletic ClubOptimist Club of LakesidePacific NissanPalomar Mountain Volunteer Fire DepartmentPapa John’sThe Parker FoundationPierce Manufacturing CompanyPorsche Club of AmericaDr. Bruce PotenzaPremier Staffing ServicesQualcomm IncorporatedRancho Santa Fe Women’s FoundationReed ElsevierRoad Sprinkler FittersRoad Sprinkler Fitters Local union 669The Rock Bottom FoundationSan Diego County Board of Supervisors – Greg CoxSan Diego County fire Chiefs’ Association

as of October 12, 2007

Make a difference today and tomorrow for burn survivors when you make a planned gift (bequests of cash, real estate, life insurance, securities, and personal property).

Are you expecting to pay more in taxes than you expected? Plan now for 2007.

Take advantage of the federal law that was enacted in August 2006 for IRA owners who area at least 70-years old. The law extends to December 31, 2007, providing the opportunity to share the wealth of your retirement savings by giving directly to charity–without first counting it as income and paying income tax.

Because of decades of saving and favorable investment returns, a large percentage of retirees have more money in their IRA’s than they’ll ever need. Many retirees have expressed an interest in giving funds to charity, but income tax must be paid on all withdrawals, which sharply reduces the value of the gift. Others have asked about designating their children as beneficiaries, but that, too, may draw additional tax consequences.

By going directly to charity, the money is not included in your IRA income and – most importantly – is not taxed. This preserves the full amount for charitable purposes.

This is the opportunity of a lifetime! To take advantage of this limited time offer, please contact Diane Sutherland at dsutherland@burninstitute.org or call 858.541.2277 ext. 19 for more information.

San Diego Medical Services EnterpriseSan Diego union TribuneSan Miguel Fire Protection DistrictSangart, Inc.Santee Fire Fighters Association Political EducationSchmidt Fire ProtectionMr. & Mrs. Martin SchoonderwoerdSDG&E Employee Giving ProgramSeaWorldSession Plastic Surgery CentreSimplexGrinnellMr. & Mrs. John SimpsonSolana Beach Fire DepartmentMr. & Mrs. Scott SonneSony Electronics, Inc.Mr. George StarazaSummit Financial GroupMrs. Diane SutherlandThe Pawnshop, Inc.TVA Fire & Life Safety, Inc.UCSD Medical CenterUnited Way of Imperial CountyViejas EnterprisesVista Firefighters Charity AccountWal-Mart Foundation/Store #1700Mr. Robert WaltonMr. & Mrs. Lawrence WeitzenWells Fargo Business Banking GroupMr. James WestcottWestern Fire ProtectionMr. & Mrs. John WillardChief & Mrs. Erwin WillisMr. BJ ZarconeMs. Nancy Seller

Memorial/Tribute GiftsIn Memory

Mr. John CookMr. & Mrs. Jim DolanMr. & Mrs. Carl Simon In Memory of Anna FramptonMrs. Phyllis Crawford In Memory of James CrawfordMs. Diane Hazard In Memory of Mary LouPickups Limited of Southern California/San Diego Chapter In Memory of Billy SandkuhlThe Indian Village In Memory of Rich Okleshen

In Honor

Ms. Nettie Belk In Honor of Michael VargasMs. Doris R. Brosnan In Honor of Ernest AverbachMs. Beverly Clay-McNamara In Honor of Terry FinchMr. & Mrs. Howard Gillins In Honor of Mitch Sanders & Ron HollanderMs. Christie Haig In Honor of Jason CoxMs. Ellyn Herr In Honor of Avella DeGennaroMr. Jonathan Layton In Honor of Josh KrimstonMr. & Mrs. Robert Mattison In Honor of Samuel & ChelseaMs. Janet Miller In Honor of Terrence ButlerMr. Paul Richter In honor of Doug Richter

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2007 Dinners

RANCHO SANTA FE March 2 was the Second Annual “Dinner at the Firehouse” in Rancho Santa Fe to support the Jerry & Carolyn Davee Fund and the Burn Institute. Local fire fighters cooked the food and served more than 80 guests. We would like to extend a very special thank you to the RSF Fire Protection District, Chief Nick Pavone, Deputy Chief Tony Michel, Jim Ashcraft, Jim Boyce, Franci Free, Nancy Hillgren, Firefighter Paul Lorenzom, Susan McClellan, Captain Greg Rainville, Christy Wilson (RSF Foundation) and all the firefighters, spouses and committee volunteers who made the evening a success.

POWAY April 27 – Poway Fire Station #3 was the setting for a delicious meal served by the Poway Fire Fighters, while 50 guests learned about the Burn Institute and the Davee Fund. We would like to extend a very special thank you to the City of Poway, Poway Fire Department, Chief Mark Sanchez, Division Chief Jon Canavan, Poway Firefighters Association, Kevin McNamara, Sue Herndon, Geoff Kamantigue, Chief Bob Krans (Ret.), Susan McClellan, and all the volunteers who helped make a wonderful evening. CORONADO September 20 - Coronado Fire Station played host to a dinner where guests were encouraged to dress in “Island Casual”. Nearly 40 guests, some just walking distance away, came to hear about the Burn Institute and the Davee Fund. They dined on a sumptuous

island menu featuring Moroccan Chicken, while being served coffee and dessert by Coronado firefighters. A very special thank you to Chief Kim Raddatz, Allan & Lyndsey, Bill Cumming, Susan McClellan, Herb Steele, Judy Reed, Jason Cox, Firefighter Sabrina Boone, all the Coronado Firefighters and volunteers who were involved in putting together this fabulous evening.

POWAY – THE McNAMARA HOME October 12 –Because some people could not make the April 27 dinner at the Poway Fire Station and wanted to attend – Poway residents, Kevin and Debi McNamara offered to host a dinner at their home to benefit the Burn Institute and the Davee Fund. Over 40 guests were welcomed to the beautiful McNamara home for an outside dining experience catered by Cocina del Charro. The purpose of this dinner differed slightly from the fire station dinners – a goal of $100,000 in gifts and pledges explicitly for Camp Beyond the Scars (the Burn Institute’s camp for severely burn-injured children). We wish to express our gratitude to Kevin and Debi McNamara for their gracious hospitality and commitment to this burn survivor support program of the Burn Institute.

Fire Stations around the county have helped the Burn Institute to raise awareness of the work we do, especially those that address burn survivor support. The evenings also focus on the Jerry & Carolyn Davee Fund. Jerry Davee is a burn survivor, and since his accident, he and Carolyn have devoted their lives to support the programs of the Burn Institute. Their endowment will provide much-needed funding, in perpetuity – to those who need it at a time that they need it most. With an initial goal of $1 million, the endowment has reached over $530,000 in gifts and pledges. Should you wish to make a gift to the endowment, please contact Diane Sutherland at 858-541-2277 ext. 19 or dsutherland@burninsitute.org.

ABOVE (Left to Right) Jack Mullins, Jim Floros and Chief Nick Pavone at the Davee Fund dinner in Rancho Santa Fe.

Dinner at Fire Stations Raise Awareness, Funding for Burn Survivor Support Programs

(Left to Right) Jim Ashcraft, Carolyn and Jerry Davee at the Davee Fund Dinner in Rancho Santa Fe.

(Left to Right) Allan Arendsee, Gary and Britt Zeller and Lyndsey Arendsee at the Coronado Fire Station.

(Left to Right) Diane Sutherland, Jerry and Carolyn Davee, Lloyd and Lynn Wells and Sue Herndon at the McNamara home in Poway.

(Left to Right) Division Chief Danny Mastro, Captain Mike Blood, Susan and Scott McMillin at the Coronado Fire Station.

An appetizing display decorates the table at the Davee Fund dinner in Rancho Santa Fe.

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BI Survivor Visits Washington D.C.

ABOVE AND BOTTOM LEFT: Aaron Smith, left, poses with Camp Counselor and RSF Firefighter Chris Galindo in Washington D.C. The two toured the city while attending the 12th Annual IAFF National Children’s Burn Camp, September 22-28.

The Phoenix Society’s World Burn Congress is an annual international conference that brings together hundreds of burn survivors,

their families, caregivers, burn care professionals and firefighters. It is a forum that encourages and facilitates the sharing of stories, provides support and increases knowledge of burn recovery. For many, it is the first opportunity to meet and share with others who have experienced a burn trauma. The three day conference served as a wonderful learning experience and allowed me to better understand the issues that impact burn survivors’ lives. The conference also served as a great networking opportunity for me to continue to better myself in the role as Support Services Coordinator. The World Burn Congress was a life-changing experience, filled with inspirational stories of survival and courage. It has allowed me to return to the Burn Institute with a renewed sense of purpose and tremendous personal growth.

Above (Left to Right) Allyson Roach, Dana Carnduff, Brennon Hope andMerlyn Ayala Garcia.

World Burn Congress Leaves Lasting Impression By Dana Carnduff, BI Support Services Coordinator

VARSHOCK FUNDAfter this year’s devastating wildfires, the Burn Institute worked with the Varshock family to develop a fund to assist 15-year-old burn survivor Richard Varshock with support and special needs. Richard was seriously burned in the Harris Fire and is undergoing care at the UCSD Burn Center in San Diego. The Varshock Fund is designed to assist Richard’s family with basic needs such as temporary housing, transportation and food vouchers, and help with ongoing expenses related to rehabilitation and specialized care. A full 100% of all money donated to this fund will go directly to the family. To donate to the Varshock Fund, visit www.burninstitute.org, or call 858-541-2277.

The International Association of Fire Fighters held its 12th Annual IAFF National Children’s Burn Camp in Washington, D.C. Sept. 22-28,

2007. Camp Counselor, Chris Galindo, writes about the experience:

Fourteen year old Aaron Smith and I were both honored to be selected by the Burn Institute to represent “Camp Beyond the Scars,” the Burn Institute and the Rancho Santa Fe Firefighters Local 4349, for a week-long tour of Washington D.C. sponsored by the IAFF Burn Foundation.

We arrived in Washington D.C. on Saturday, September 22, along with campers and counselors from 40 other regional camps from across the U.S. and Canada. Though the event was called “National Children’s Burn Camp,” the word “camp” was somewhat of an understatement. We actually participated in a whirlwind tour of D.C. including some of the historic sites and monuments in and around the U.S. Capital. In the 7 days that we spent in Washington, we visited: The U.S. Capitol building, the White House, President Washington’s home at Mt. Vernon, Arlington National Cemetery and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. We also spent time visiting some of the Smithsonian Museums, National Archives (where we viewed the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution) and of course, the memorials and monuments located on the mall.

Some of our memorable moments from this trip included visiting the Crystal City and Fort Myers Fire Departments, where we were treated to special receptions that included barbeques, games, t-shirts as well as other events. Aaron’s most memorable experience was meeting and making new friends with other campers and visiting the White House. My favorite part of the trip was visiting all of the memorials and monuments and getting to know other firefighters from across the U.S. and Canada.

Both Aaron and I agree that perhaps the most memorable experience of the trip was witnessing four of our fellow campers laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Not many people have had the opportunity to visit this site. Actually being involved in this very dignified ceremony was really an honor for all of us.

On behalf of Aaron Smith and myself, thank you Jim Floros, Dana Carnuff, the staff of the Burn Institute, Camp Beyond the Scars and the IAFF Burn Foundation for allowing us both to attend this once-in-a-lifetime trip.

Winter Camp Beyond the ScarsMark your calendars for February 15-18, 2008 because the next winter session for Camp Beyond the Scars at Big Bear Lake is fast approaching! Since its inception in 1987, Camp Beyond the Scars has made a difference in the lives of hundreds of burn-injured children. This special camp gives burn survivors a place to be with other kids who are experiencing similar issues dealing with the physical and emotional trauma associated with burn injury. The winter session is open to burn-injured children 5-18 years, and includes three fun-filled days of activities in the beautiful San Bernardino mountain community of Big Bear Lake.

Camper and volunteer applications are now available online! Visit www.burninstitute.org, or call 858-541-2277 for more information.

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“Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift…”

Treat Each Day as a Present: 2007 Summer Camp Beyond The Scars…Land of Imagination

The Burn Institute’s Camp Beyond The Scars had a tremendously successful summer session. The week was spent at Camp Cuyamaca and

the days were filled with activities that created long lasting memories. Activities included mountain biking, swimming, archery, boating, hiking, fishing, drumming, horseback riding, arts and crafts, campfire songs, teen overnight, games and more!

Throughout the week we were visited by various guests who provided an assortment of entertainment. During our first evening together, guests from Taylor Guitars came with an array of music and musical instruments.

Most impressive was when a camper joined them in a jam session. Talk about a weeklong smile from ear to ear. We spent a beautiful day at Mission Bay that ended at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Museum with an IMAX movie. On Friday, the day was spent at Lake Cuyamaca where the fish were plenty. As a matter of fact, one of the fish ended up in a counselor’s pillow case that evening. From the reports, it was well deserved. Eventually good things do come to an end. It would be our last event, the Saturday evening dance sponsored by Pattie Roscoe and Associates (PRA) that truly made this camp memorable not only for campers but for all others involved. PRA brought in a dance

Camp Thank You’s

Arrowhead Regional Burn CenterBaronaBorrego Springs Fire DepartmentBurn Institute – Imperial ValleyBurn Institute – Inland EmpireCAL FIREChange a Life FoundationChief Kevin Dubler and the Julian- Cuyamaca Fire Protection DistrictCity of Encinitas Fire and Marine SafetyCorona Fire DepartmentCountry FriendsCuyamaca Rancho State Park and StaffEl Cajon Firefighters AssociationGold DiggersJason KimbrellJerry RadwayKaiser Permanente, Department of Head and Neck SurgeryKen and Pat Umbarger

Kiwanis Club of East San Diego CountyLake Cuyamaca and StaffLakeside Optimist ClubLa Mesa RV Center, Inc.Las PrimerasLegacy Quilt GuildLusby Vision InstituteMetro Arson Strike TeamMission Bay Yacht ClubNative Daughters of the Golden West FoundationPat and Oscar’sPhoenix Fire DepartmentPoway KiwanisPRA Destination ManagementRancho Santa Fe Womens’ Health FundRamon’s Smokehouse BBQReuben H. Fleet Science CenterRetro BillRiverside Fire DepartmentSan Diego County Office of Outdoor Education and StaffSan Diego Fire – Rescue Department

San Diego Junior LifeguardSchumacher/Air ProductsSea World/Anheuser-Busch Companies Inc.Society of Creative Anachronism/Barony of CalafiaSpring Valley KiwanisSubway in JulianSundance Stage Lines, Inc.Sundt FoundationSuzie Reed of Taylor Guitars and GuestsThe Charles H. Stout FoundationThe Pat D’Arrigo ARTS CenterTrek Bicycle SuperstoreVista Fire Department Ladies AuxiliaryUC CycleryUCSD Burn Center“Uncle Bob”Walden W. & Jean Young Shaw FoundationWD-40 CompanyWrangler Mike and Friends

Dear Dana,

I just wanted to thank you on behalf of Johnathan Hernandez and his family for giving Jonathan the opportunity to attend Camp Beyond the Scars. On the drive home from camp, I anticipated Johnathan talking nonstop about everything he did all week, but instead he just told me a few of the activities, made it very clear that archery was his favorite, and then fell asleep. I think that falling asleep was a stronger statement about the fun he had than anything else he could have said. Needless to say, he had a great time.

Johnathan’s family does not have a lot, so he has never had an experience anything like this in his life. I hope that he will keep the experience with him, treasure it always, build upon it, and continue to seek out positive influences and relationships like those he had for the first time at camp.

Johnathan is already excited about winter camp. He showed me the application, but if you could keep me on the mailing list as a contact for Johnathan, I will follow through with him and make sure that he gets it in on time. I told him we would send it in as soon as school begins and he starts getting good grades.

Again, thank you so much. As a member of the community, I am grateful for the existence of the Burn Institute and for the great people like you who make their programs possible.

Sincerely,

Donald J. WoodScience TeacherPacific Beach Middle School

BURN SUPPORT BURN INSTITUTE BEACON

$400Will send one burn-injured child to Winter Camp Beyond the Scars.

team from San Diego. This group recognized the talent of one of our campers and offered a sponsorship to attend dance classes at their studio. Throughout the week, we experienced so many feel good moments and that is proof of a successful camp. Our success is based on the support of staff, counselors, volunteers, donors and sponsors.

In the words of a camper, “Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift, that is why we call it the present.”

8 EVENTS

F A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 0 7 EVENTS

HOST SPONSORThe San Diego County Fire Protection Association

THIRD ALARM SPONSORSSycuan

SECOND ALARM SPONSORSAir ProductsAmerican Medical ResponseFIRE-ETCNew Car Dealers Association

QUALCOMMSan Diego Firefighters Local 145

FIRST ALARM SPONSORSBarona Band of Mission IndiansMeyers Land DevelopmentSan Diego National BankViejas

HOLE-IN-ONE SPONSORSPacific Nissan

Golfers from throughout the region teed off at The Santaluz Club on Monday, August 27, 2007, for the 17th Annual San Diego County

Fire Chiefs’ Association Annual Golf Tournament to benefit the Burn Institute, presented by Sycuan, and supported by host sponsor the San Diego Fire Protection Association.

This sold-out tournament in an exciting new location raised more than $100,000 for the important work of the Burn Institute. The event was capped-off with a special check presentation for $33,750 to the Burn Institute from the Fire Sprinkler Local 669.

The Burn Institute would like to extend a thank you to Sycuan Deputy Fire Chief Mitch Villalpando for chairing this year’s committee and to all the committee members: Chief Augie Ghio, San Miguel Consolidated Fire Protection District; Chief Rick Henson, CAL FIRE, Chief Bill Metcalf, North County Fire Protection District; Valerie Nellis, Heartland Communications Fire Authority; Chief Doug Perry, Chula Vista Fire

Department; Chief Scott Walker, Bonita Sunnyside Fire Protection District; Chief Erwin Willis (ret.), Rancho Santa Fe Fire Protection District.

In addition, the Burn Institute would like to thank Doug and Nichole Cox for serving as member hosts at the Santaluz Club, and for providing such an extremely warm introduction to the whole Santaluz family.

Congratulations to the winning first place foursome of Sal Cafiero, Jason Cox, Joe Cafiero and BJ Zarcone.

P R E S E N T E D B Y S Y C U A N A N D F I R E - E T C .

The 17th Annual FlameOut FIRE EXPO, presented by Sycuan and FIRE-ETC was the Burn Institute’s biggest special event ever. On

Saturday, July 14, 2007, nearly 20,000 people from all over the San Diego region enjoyed perfect weather for live fire and emergency response demonstrations, burn prevention and safety tips from a range of community organizations, lively music and wholesome free entertainment for the entire family.

Hosted by the Fire Fighters Advisory Council to the Burn Institute (FFACBI), a highlight of FIRE EXPO was the Burn Run parade of almost 100 fire apparatus which arrived with emergency lights flashing and sirens roaring to the delight of the assembled crowds at QUALCOMM Stadium Parking Area J at 1 PM.

Thanks to the generosity of Viejas Enterprises, this year’s FIRE EXPO initiated a special one day, two events as the Burn Institute hosted a San Diego regional location of the Firefighter Combat Challenge conveniently a few hundred yards south of the FIRE EXPO dynamic demonstration “grinder”. The challenge pitted competitors head-to-head in a timed contest to perform five consecutive grueling firefighting tasks wearing full protective gear weighing as much as fifty pounds including air pack and breathing masks.

The appearance of the Challenge here was a unique Southern California opportunity to view in person a competition held regularly at locations around the country and broadcast nationally on leading cable television networks.

Following the Burn Run arrival ceremony, the FIRE EXPO Main Stage featured a presentation of a check for $300,000 from the FFACBI to the Burn Institute, this amount constituting net proceeds from the FIRE EXPO as well as money collected during the annual countywide “Give Burns The Boot” Firefighter Boot Drive. This money will be used to further the Burn Institute mission of reducing the impact of fire and burn injuries in San Diego, Imperial and Riverside counties through fire and burn prevention education, burn care research and burn survivor support such as the annual summer Camp Beyond The Scars program for burn injured children.

All this added up to making this year’s FIRE EXPO the best ever as a good time benefited a great cause.

TOP PHOTO (Left to right) Captain Tim Dibsie, Santee Fire Department; Captain Doug Elliott, El Cajon Fire Department; Firefighter Lance Takata, San Diego Fire Rescue Department.

Photos: David Hartig

FlameOut Fire Expo Delivers More Sizzle

Still Swinging at Seventeen!

THANK YOU SPONSORS

ABOVE RIGHT (Left to right) Apprenticeship Instructor Brian Hutto, Road Sprinkler Fitters Local Union 669 Business Agent Dale O’Dell, Local 669 Organizer Thomas Fredrich and Apprenticeship Instructor Robert Chaffee present a check to Burn Institute Executive Director Jim Floros.

FIRE EXPODavid AndersonArbonne InternationalBoley CorporationClear Channel Dziner Eyez, Inc.Elkhart BrassFederal SignalCorporation Mobile SignalFIRE-ETCFire Rescue MagazineForesters Financial Partners, Inc.Grand Pacific ResortsHotcha SalsaIronstone BankJ & S TravelJEMSKUSILaddar House ClothingLiquid StuccoLusby Vision Institute

New Car Dealers Association SD CountyNon Surgical Spine Care CenterNu-CotePennysaverSan Diego County Credit UnionSan Diego Family MagazineSan Diego Medical EnterprisesSan Diego Union TribuneShell Oil Products USSony ElectronicsSummit Environmental Corporation / FlameOutSycuan Band Of the Kumeyaay NationWelk ResortsWells Fargo Wildland Firefighter

COMBAT CHALLENGE Viejas Enterprises

THANK YOU SPONSORS

9EVENTS

BURN SUPPORT BURN INSTITUTE BEACON

$150A $150 gift provides a juvenile fire setter intervention to teach children the dangerous consequences of playing with fire.

SAVE THE DATE!

SHARE YOUR HEART MARDI GRAS PARTY

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2008 – HOUSE OF BLUES

The 2008 event has a new look! The San Diego County Credit Union Share Your Heart Mardi Gras Party will be held at the House of Blues! Complete with an exclusive VIP reception for sponsors and funders, live musical entertainment for all, fortune tellers and tarot card readings – this colorful event will be the affair extraordinaire. As in the past, Share Your Heart will feature upscale silent and live auctions, plus a Southern menu from the House of Blues chefs, and fabulous drinks prepared in the Mardi Gras tradition!

General event admission is $150, VIP passes are $250 each. For ticket reservations or more information, please call 858-541-2277.

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It was a beautiful day at the racetrack on Sunday, August 5, 2007. The annual First Responder’s Day at the Races was held under sunny skies at the Del

Mar Thoroughbred Club – and was a great success for everyone involved! First Responders were treated to a special VIP area for premium racetrack viewing, and the Burn Institute was awarded with $4,000 from ticket sales. Funds will be used for Burn Survivor Support services including the Emergency Needs Fund and Camp Beyond the Scars. Thank you to everyone who worked so hard to make it happen!

First Responder Day at the Races

FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2008 – BARBARA WORTH RESORT

Dinner, dancing, silent auction and casino fun – the 8th annual Imperial Valley Fire Ball is designed to support the Burn Institute’s important work in the local community, and is scheduled to take place at 6 p.m., Friday April 4, 2008 at the Barbara Worth Resort. The fundraiser has become one of the most popular events in the Valley, bringing in more than 400 guests and dozens of sponsors and local business support. The evening includes a special “Tribute to the Fire Service.” Admission is $50 per person.

For reservation or sponsorship information, please call the Burn Institute at 858-541-2277.

Fire On The Fairways Golf Tournament Postponed Due To Firestorm!

On Monday, October 22, 2007, the planned 3rd Annual Fire on The Fairways Golf Tournament to benefit the Burn Institute was

postponed due to the catastrophic level of firestorms sweeping through San Diego County.

Because of their commitment to the protection of the population and suppression of the eight blazes burning across the county, the board of the Fire Fighters Advisory Council to the Burn Institute made a decision to postpone the annual event.

In the meantime, Burn Institute Survivor Support staff immediately went to work at the regional Burn Center at UCSD in Hillcrest, providing emergency assistance to the firefighters and civilians injured in the fires and reaching out to families affected.

The Burn Institute rescheduled Fire on the Fairways for Monday, December 10. This key fundraiser is instrumental in replenishing resources for vital burn survivor support services in the near future.

We thank the Riverwalk Golf Club for their understanding in postponing this tournament on short notice. Special thanks to all of our event supporters for their continuing commitment in our mission to reduce the impact of burn injuries and deaths in San Diego and Imperial counties.

The Burn Institute’s Heritage Society is for those who have included the Burn Institute in their estate plans. Membership is growing! All Heritage Society members are invited to an annual luncheon, as well as receive other special benefits, as a special thank you. For more information about the Burn Institute’s Heritage Society, please contact Diane Sutherland at dsutherland@burninstitute.org or 858.541.2277 ext. 19.

Join the Heritage Society Today!

On July 11, 2007, Gables Residential Services held The Fools’ Regatta. Teams of Gables employees competed in a boat building and

sailing race at Tecolote Shores on Mission Bay. The winning team had the opportunity to present a check for $1,000 to the charity of their choice and was awarded the title of 2007 Fools Regatta Champion. Thankfully for the Burn Institute, Team 4–The Wonkas, won the race with their boat the S.S. Charlie, and generously presented their winning check to the Burn Institute.

Makeshift Sailboat Race Donates $1,000 To the Burn Institute

10 VOLUNTEERS

F A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 0 7 EVENTS

WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOU!

JOE WOLOWSKY AND WARREN JOHNSON

Volunteer Spotlight

2008 EVENT CALENDAR

For more information, call 858.541.2277or visit us online at www.burninstitute.org.

Joe Wolowsky and Warren Johnson serve as dedicated Burn Institute volunteers. Since the beginning of the year, they have installed more

than 100 smoke alarms in the homes of senior citizens in the North County Region of San Diego.

Their effort supports the Burn Institute’s Fire Safety and Senior Smoke Alarm Program, which provides FREE smoke alarm installations to seniors countywide. With much appreciation and respect, the Burn Institute would like to acknowledge their dedication and hard work. Thank you!

THANK YOU FIRE EXPO VOLUNTEERS!

Looking to get involved in your community? Want to meet new people and make new friends? Then the Burn Institute is the place for YOU! It doesn’t matter if you are young or old, there is something for everyone at the Burn Institute.

The Burn Institute is a fun place to volunteer and offers many different options for individuals and groups. You can volunteer for a special event like Share Your Heart on February 9, golf tournaments, and the annual Fire Expo, or you can assist with clerical office work or attend a community health fair.

You can also volunteer with a group of co-workers and friends. One program that thrives on groups of volunteers is the Burn Institute’s Senior Smoke Alarm Program. One Saturday a month, groups from local businesses and companies volunteer to help install FREE smoke alarms in the homes of seniors who do not have a working smoke alarm in their home.

So what are YOU waiting for? Call Kathleen at the Burn Institute today! 858.541.2277 ext. 11 or kframpton@burninstitute.org

i Volunteer OpportunitiesSmoke Alarm Installations

Individual volunteers and employee-based volunteer groups are needed to install smoke alarms. Through the Burn Institute, teams of volunteers are regularly scheduled to install free smoke alarms for seniors, 55 years and older, who own their own home and do not have a working alarm. Spend a few hours per month making your community safer place in which to live.

To volunteer or to learn more about the Senior Smoke Alarm Program, contact the Burn Institute Director of Volunteer Services, Kathleen Frampton at 858.541.2277 ext. 11 or kframpton@burninstitute.org

FAMILY FUN AT FIRE EXPO 2007

Photos: David Hartig

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16th Annual San Diego County Credit Union Share Your Heart Mardi Gras PartySaturday, February 9, 2008House of Blues1055 5th Avenue, San Diego 92101

Fire Ball 2008Friday, April 4, 2008Barbara Worth Resort2050 Country Club Drive, Holtville 92250

10th Annual Bomberos de San Diego Golf TournamentTBA

9th Annual Countywide “Give Burns The Boot” Firefighter Boot DriveTBA

9th Annual Firefighter Night at the PadresTBAPETCO Park100 Park Boulevard, San Diego 92101

Spirit of Courage Thursday, May 22, 2008Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine

after-school program sites within Lancaster, Long Beach, Lawndale, and Compton School Districts.Among his many professional achievements, Stansberry has worked as a liaison with the Rand Corporation and has consulted for the State of California Drug and Alcohol Programs Office. He was coordinator on the Emmy Award-winning prevention film, “The Teen Files: The Truth About Alcohol.” Most recently, he operated the private consulting firm, Stansberry & Associates.

According to Jim Floros, Burn Institute CEO/Executive Director, Stansberry’s extensive background in grant writing and nonprofit management made him a perfect fit to lead the Inland Empire affiliate.

“He is a consummate nonprofit professional,” said Floros. “I’m really excited to be working with Gary. I have complete confidence in his ability to bring good things to our agency for many years to come.” Stansberry is looking forward to the challenge. “The Inland Empire is a vast geographical area with a diversity of people and communities. I am excited about the possibilities.”

Just as the San Diego Burn Institute partners with the UCSD Burn Center, the Inland Empire affiliate will work in close collaboration with the Burn Center at the Arrowhead Regional Medical Center in Colton.

11REGIONAL UPDATES

BURN SUPPORT BURN INSTITUTE BEACON

$150A $150 gift provides a juvenile fire setter intervention to teach children the dangerous consequences of playing with fire.

BURN SUPPORT BURN INSTITUTE BEACON

$600Will provide a range of motion device for one week for a burn survivor’s rehabilitation or similar physical therapy equipment.

Inland Empire News:

Executive DirectorGary Stansberry

EXECUTIVE BOARDPresidentDeputy Chief David Waltmeyer

Vice PresidentChief Ed McOrmond

Board of DirectorsGayanne BonarChief Dennis EllisonRay FloresJames A. FlorosDev Gnanadev, M.D.Darren HoopingarnerCaptain Thomas JayVictor Joe, M.D.Chief Stan LakeChief L. Dennis Michael (ret.)Captain Roger NoonPenni Overstreet-MurphyChief Michael Smith

Advisory Board Honorable Russ BoghChief Pat DennenBiff GordonWilliam D. “Bud” Korn, S.C.E.Adrian Martinez, R.N.Laura OrtegaJill Posadas, R.N.Sheriff Stan SniffChief Michael WarrenDeputy Chief Howard Windsor

Burn Institute – Inland Empire

Meet Gary Stansberry Executive Director, Burn Institute - Inland Empire

Look for big changes at the Burn Institute, Inland Empire. In late September, Gary Stansberry came aboard as the new Executive Director

for the organization’s San Bernardino/Riverside County affiliate.

A resident of Fontana in San Bernardino County, Stansberry has worked more than 25 years in nonprofit management and consulting. In the past eight years, he has raised over $20 million in grant funding for youth-based programs.

Stansberry attended the University of Phoenix to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Human Services. He and his wife of 23 years, Maria, met while Stansberry was working in Mexico. During that time they survived the devastating Mexico City quake (1985), but their home was completely destroyed, forcing the couple to move back to the states. They have an 18-year-old daughter who attends Azusa Pacific University.

Professionally, Stansberry most recently worked as Regional Coordinator with the Los Angeles County Office of Education. There he managed a multitude of after-school programs including schools of the Juvenile Court and Community Schools Division that served adjudicated high school youth, and later 21 elementary

Executive Director/Chief Executive OfficerJames A. Floros

Advisory Board Co-chairsVictor Jaime, Ph.D.Norma Sierra Galindo

Advisory Board Edgar Aguilar, O.D.Cheryl AndersonMichael AndersonKathy Berry, RN, MSNVikki Dee BradshawChief David ConleyChief Frank ContrerasKenneth Herbert, Fire Marshal Tina HinesRyan E. KelleyChristine OczkowskiRosalie UlloaCapt. Jesse G. Zendejas

Burn Institute – Imperial Valley

Local fire service celebrate the newly-completed Fire Safety Trailer.

Imperial Valley News:

The past few months have seen a flurry of activity at the Burn Institute, Imperial Valley. Staff members continue to get the word out and

educate the public about the recent local fireworks ban, through community presentations and distribution of flyers.

The Fire Safety Trailer has new signage, and is festooned with a bright, easily-identifiable Burn Institute graphics, plus safety tips for escape from fire. The Fire Safety Trailer is specially-designed to look like a home inside, and has the ability to mimic what a smoke-filled house might look like during a fire. The trailer is used to educate community and school groups about house fires and fire behavior. It also helps to reinforce the importance of fire preparedness and how every family should have a home escape plan in place. What is the number one fire tip for kids? “Stop, Drop & Roll!”

The Burn Institute Imperial Valley is also conducting a Senior Smoke Detector Program, similar to the BI’s successful program in San Diego County. Locally, Wal-Mart has generously donated five hand drills, six toolboxes, and six step ladders for the program. Seniors must be 55 years or older and own their own home. Installations are free of charge. To find out more, or to volunteer as an installer, please visit us online at www.burninstitute.org or call 760-355-3175.

The day after Thanksgiving, the Burn Institute Imperial Valley and local firefighters held the Inaugural “Give Burns the Boot” Boot Drive. The fundraiser took place Friday Nov. 23, 2007, at the Imperial Valley Mall. Proceeds of the event benefit local Burn Institute educational programs and burn survivor support services in the Imperial Valley.

PROGRAMS & SERVICES

BURN INSTITUTE BEACON

i Program HighlightFire Safety Training Program

Get your employees off to a safe start in 2008! For a nominal fee, you can provide your employees with valuable hands-on fire extinguisher training. The Burn Institute’s Fire Safety training Program is designed to help businesses meet OSAH, DOSH and Cal/OSHA requirements and can be tailored tome the needs of your organization. The Burn Institute provides all the necessary equipment and course completion certificates.

For more information, call 858.541.2277 or visit www.burninstitute.org

F A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 0 7 PROGRAMS & SERVICES

You are reading the Fall / Winter 2007 issue of the Burn Institute Beacon. Please don’t throw this newsletter away! Pass it along to a friend. If you know someone who would like to receive this quarterly publication, or if you would like to be removed from our mailing list, or if you have an address change, please e-mail kframpton@burninstitute.org.

EditorDiane Sparacinodsparacino@burninstitute.org

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Programs and Services

Burn Institute BeaconPublished quarterly by:Burn Institute

Staff

James A. FlorosExecutive Director/

Chief Executive Officer

Diane SutherlandAssistant Executive Director/

Chief Operating Officer

Diane SparacinoDirector of Communications

Linda Van WickelExecutive Assistant

Dana CarnduffSupport Services Coordinator/

Juvenile Fire Setter Interventionist

Aida FloresDirector of Program Services/

Juvenile Fire Setter Interventionist

Kathleen FramptonDirector of Volunteer Services

Art GarciaCommunity Outreach Specialist/

Juvenile Fire Setter Interventionist(Imperial Valley)

Christina LesniakDevelopment Coordinator

Rick OchockiSpecial Events Manager

Vicki SchoonderwoerdOffice Manager

Fire and Burn Prevention Education• Burni the Dragon’s Preschool Curriculum Guide• Fire and Burn Prevention, Fire, Burns & You Curriculum Guide• Let’s Stay Safe From Fires & Burns Puppet Show• It’s Your Choice: Stop Fires and Burns• Burns are Serious Business• Child Care Burn Prevention• Juvenile Fire Setter Program• Senior Fire Safety & Smoke Alarm Program• First Responder Smoke Alarm Program• Wildfire Program• Fire Safety Training Program (Nominal Fee)

Burn Research• Funding Vital Burn Research and Treatment

Burn Survivor Support• Camp Beyond The Scars for Burn-Injured Children• Retreat For Adult Burn Survivors• School Re-Entry Program• Emergency Needs Fund• Special Assistance Fund• Scholarship Program• Adult Support Group • Holiday Party • Special Outings

Community Service• Spirit of Courage Awards Banquet• Fire and Burn Prevention Literature• Public Service Announcements• Speakers Bureau

Burn Institute – San Diego8825 Aero Drive #200San Diego, CA 92123-2269858.541.2277 phone858.541.7179 fax

Burn Institute – Imperial Valley612 “J” Street, Suite 3Imperial, CA 92251760.355.3175 phone760.353.3005 fax

CONTACT USwww.burninstitute.org

Burn Institute – Inland EmpireArrowhead Regional Medical Center – Burn Center400 North Pepper AvenueColton, CA 92324-1801951.246.9766 phone

12Beacon Bits

The Burn Institute Board of Directors would like to welcome new board member R. Anthony Mahavier, Esq.

The Burn Institute staff wishes to bid a fond farewell to Rosella Aplin, who has served as the Director of Communications and Editor of the Burn Institute’ Beacon for more than 8 years. Best of luck in your new career endeavors.

The Burn Institute would also like to say goodbye to former BI Executive Assistant Andrea Barela.

A warm welcome to new Director of Communications Diane Sparacino and new Executive Assistant Linda Van Wickel.

Oops, sorry for the error. In the Summer 2007 Newsletter the Poway Fire Department was omitted from the boot drive total listing. Thank you to the Poway Firefighters for raising $2,536 in this year’s boot drive!

AlphaGraphics is offering free Internet and insurance claim printing for fire victims at any of their four locations in San Diego, Encinitas and San Marcos. Services will be available on a first-come, first-served basis during regular business hours, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon-Fri. No appointment is required. For more information, visit www.alphagraphics.com.

The Burn Institute was recently featured on ABC’s World News Tonight with

Charles Gibson in a segment about the organization’s successful Juvenile Firesetter Program. The news segment aired on Friday, Oct. 2, 2007, and featured an interview with BI Program Director, Aida Flores.

Burn Institute on ABC’s World News Tonight

The San Diego Fire Protection Association (SDFPA) has been awarded Organization of the Year by Fire Protection Contractor magazine. Founded in 1987, the SDFPA has been instrumental in working with the local building industry to help develop criteria for fire prevention equipment, including installation standards for fire sprinkler systems. Over the years, SDFPA has contributed more than $150,000 to the Burn Institute’s Camp Beyond the Scars program. President Mike Moffat serves on the Burn Institute’s Advisory Board.

James Floros, Executive Director/CEO of the Burn Institute, was nominated for the First Annual Most Admired CEO Awards, presented by the San Diego

Business Journal. The ceremony was held at the San Diego Marriott, Marina on October 18, 2007.

Most Admired CEO