Purpose
To provide those interested with the opportunity to investigate firefighting as a career. The program will make available information about the firefighting profession, and the schooling and training required of a firefighter/EMT or paramedic. Fire department protocol and procedures will be explained and ride along opportunities on fire apparatus and hands-on live firefighting drills will be offered.
Eligibility
Anyone (male or female) who is interested in becoming a Fire Explorer should be between 14 and 21 years old, and have already completed the 8th grade. They should also be able to pass a background check, and must be maintaining a 2.0 or C average if in school. Small dues will be collected.
Benefits
- • You get to “try out” firefighting as a career!
- • Fire academy prep-training in firefighting skills
- • Learn to work as a team with other explorers, develop discipline and leadership
- • Take part in real fire drills, ride on fire trucks, and participate in competitions
- • Free CPR certification and first responder training
- • Uniforms are provided for free
- • Have fun!
