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Firefighter Camp

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a Firefighter?

Now you can find out! Our popular Firefighter Camp is a supervised 4-evening camp designed to give participants a taste of firefighting.

2011 Firefighter Camp

July 5, 12, 19 and 26 - 6:30 to 9:30 pm

At camp, participants will learn:

  •   Protective gear
  •   Basic fire behavior/tactics
  •   Use of Extinguishers
  •   SCBAs, supply lines & attack lines
  •   Live fire (vehicle car prop) training
  •   Search and rescue
  •   How to use tools, ladders, ropes and knots

Under close supervision, participants will don protective gear and utilize fire apparatus/equipment to extinguish actual training fires. This experience will incorporate the same basic principles that the volunteer and career firefighters of Montgomery County follow every day as they protect our community.

The camp is hosted by the Wissahickon Fire Company and sponsored by Schneider Plumbing, Ambler Savings & Loan, Feast & Fancy catering, and B&Z Cabinets.

The camp is hosted by the Wissahickon Fire Company, and assisted by the North Penn, Flourtown and Centre Square Fire Companies.

 

Participation Requirements

2011 Firefighter Camp Application

Past Firefighter Camp photos

Firefighter Camp Media Coverage

 

 

How to Apply -

 

1) ensure you meet the requirements of the Camp;

2) Print out and complete an application;

3) Send the application and $20 check (payable to Wissahickon Fire Company) to: Wissahickon Fire Company, Attn: FF Camp, 245 E Race St., Ambler, PA 19002

For more information about Firefighter Camp, contact Lieutenant Sean Matthews at 215-646-1266, ext 8.

Remember, the 2011 Camp is scheduled for July 5, 12, 19 and 26. Applications will be due in May 2011. Firefighter Camp is limited to 20 participants