A Path to Heroism for Young Minds
Are you a young and adventurous soul aged between 15 and 21, looking for an opportunity that will set your heart ablaze with excitement?
Look no further! The City of Redlands Fire Department Explorer Post is here to ignite your passion for firefighting and community service. Established in 2000, this program offers the perfect avenue for enthusiastic youths to learn about the fire service.
Unlocking the Firefighter Within
Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., these Fire Explorers gather to stoke their flames of ambition. Through group physical fitness, hands-on training, and community involvement, they acquire invaluable firefighting skills, from hose laying to wildland firefighting and beyond.
They learn basic first aid and patient care, vehicle extrication, and the use of firefighting tools and equipment, making them well-rounded fire service enthusiasts.
Real-Life Experience
But the real excitement begins when Fire Explorer participants have the chance to “Ride Along“ with professional firefighters. They respond to actual emergency calls, participate in training, and engage in community projects, gaining hands-on experience and contributing to the safety of the community they cherish.
Charting Your Path to Heroism
Now, you might be wondering how you can join this remarkable program. Here’s your roadmap:
Step 1:
- Visit the Redlands Fire Department Administration Office at 35 Cajon Street, Suite #12, Redlands, CA 92373.
- You can pick up an application or print it out from the website and submit it in person.
- An interest list is continually open, with new explorers welcomed in February each year.
Step 2:
- Qualified applicants will be invited for a physical agility test and an oral interview, both conducted by Redlands Fire Department personnel and Explorer Post members.
Step 3:
- Successful candidates will be welcomed into the Redlands Fire Explorer Post 261!
Contact for Aspiring Heroes
For more information or queries, reach out to:
- Senior Administrative Assistant, Kristina Rivas at (909)798-7601 or email at krivas@cityofredlands.org
- Engineer Matthew Swenson at (909)798-7601
