The Central Fire Explorer Program was designed to provide a means by which young men and women may determine, through actual experience and training, if they would like to pursue a career in the fire service.
The members of the program are between the ages of 14 and 18 years old and live within the Central Fire District. They meet twice a month for hands on training related to all aspects of the fire service. Explorers also "ride along" with the fire crews on duty, respond to calls with them and assist the crews with their daily activities.
In addition, the Explorers participate in community service related activities that include annual Christmas toy drives, The American Cancer Societies annual Relay For Life fundraiser and the Mothers Day pancake breakfast.
The Explorers all went on a camping trip down to Big Sur for the weekend this past year and we look forward to more fun trips in the future.
This program is fun and exciting while also providing learning experiences that will last a lifetime.
For more information regarding the program please contact Captain Laurel Walters at laurelw@centralfpd.com.