Established in September 2002

Mission Statement: The goal of the Lincoln Fire & Rescue Pipe & Drum Corp is to represent and promote pride and professionalism within the Lincoln Fire & Rescue Service. Functions: The Lincoln Fire & Rescue Pipe & Drum Corp will act in unison with the LFR Honor Guard in providing support when requested for parades, funerals, ceremonial events, and memorials or functions. Current Roster Pipe Major: Peter Eppens, Captain/Paramedic Pipers: Edwin Mukusha, Band Instructor John Hibberd, Captain Scott Patterson, Civilian Drummers: Jeaf Leaf, Firefighter/Paramedic Ashley Eppens, Civilian Eric Schoen, Retired City Fire Inspector Chris Jones, Firefighter/Paramedic Ben Walkinshaw, Firefighter Rules & Code of Conduct Membership in the Lincoln Fire & Rescue Pipe & Drum Corp is a privilege and not a right. All members of the Lincoln Fire & Rescue Pipe & Drum Corp will conduct themselves in a professional manner when performing and in uniform. Members uniforms will be maintained by each individual and kept in a condition that promotes the professionalism and standards of the group, and meets the discretion of the Pipe Major. Practices will be held twice a week and all members will attempt to make at least one practice a week. Absence from practices that exceeds more than a two month period with no justifiable explanation may be grounds for dismissal from the group. Every member will maintain his or hers pipes or drums, and keep them in good working order, cleaned and polished to represent the professionalism of the group. Uniforms Uniforms shall consist of the following: Kilt (Scotland's National Modern) to the sett: 13 oz - 8 yd kilt Kilt Hose (off white) Flashes (Green) Pipers belt (black) Pipers belt buckle (silver tone) Sporran (Black Muskrat MSF-1009) Sporran Belt & Chain (black) Kilt Pin Cap badge (black watch) Glengarry (plain for pipers) Glengarry (diced for drummers) Shoes (black plain toe) Shirts - short and long sleeve white dress shirts with single left breast pocket. Lincoln Fire & Rescue patch sewn one inch from the shoulder centered on the left sleeve. Lincoln Fire & Rescue Pipe & Drum Corp patch sewn one inch from the shoulder centered on the right sleeve. Instruments Bagpipes: Pettigrew KPBS2 Nickel imitation - nickel slides, and Dunbar chanter with little mac valve Canmore pipe bag with zipper (synthetic) Cords - silk - dark green Green bag cover with green fringe Pipers case

Upcoming Events
Bethany Parade Lincoln, NE April 30, 2005 0900 hrs

Performed or Supported at the Following Past Events
Funeral for Captain Rick Cuba Lincoln Memorial Cemetery March 17, 2003	Memorial Day Ceremony Wyuka Cemetery May 2003	Nebraska State Firefighters Memorial Dedication Wyuka Cemetery May 2003
Patriots Day Ceremony Auld Center Antelope Park September 2003	Nebraska State Patrol Recruit Graduation Ceremony Cornhusker Hotel January 2004	Firefighter Funeral Grand Island, NE February 16, 2004
Firefighter Funeral Wood River, NE February 19, 2004	Wyuka Heritage Foundation Dinner Embassy Suites Hotel March 25, 2004	American Cancer Society Relay for Life Doane, NE April 30, 2004
Bethany In Bloom Parade Lincoln, NE May 1, 2004	Memorial Day Ceremony Wyuka Cemetery May 2004	Nebraska State Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony Grand Island, NE May 15, 2004
Veteran's Memorial Garden Dedication Ceremony Antelope Park Lincoln, NE June 12, 2004	Seward Fourth of July Parade (Best of Show Winner!) Seward, NE July 4, 2004	American Cancer Society Relay for Life Salt Dog Stadium Lincoln, NE July 9, 2004
World Day on the Mall Nebraska State Office Building Lincoln, NE September 9, 2004	Patriots Day Ceremony Veterans Memorial Garden Lincoln, NE September 10, 2004	POW/MIA Recognition Day Ceremony University of Nebraska Lincoln, NE September 16, 2004

Lincoln Fire & Rescue Pipe & Drum Corp.
Upcoming Performances
** To Be Announced **