TMFPD Kids’ Fire Camp prepares to get underway

Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District’s Kids’ fire camp is June 23-25.

Reno, Nevada. June 22, 2015. The Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District (TMFPD), firefighters from Local 3895, and Washoe County Regional Parks, are pleased to announce the second annual Kids’ Fire Camp. The three day kids’ camp is open to adventurous boys and girls ages 11-14 who are interested in the fire service. The camp will host 40 participants this year.

WHO: Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District, Local 3895 & Washoe County Regional Parks presents Kids’ Fire Camp

WHAT: Kids ages 11-14 will learn about back country survival, firefighting, rescue techniques, water safety and CPR awareness

WHERE: Camp WeChMe at Galena Creek Park, 18350 Mt. Rose Highway

WHEN: June 23-25, 2015

MEDIA: Media is encouraged to come out, get interviews and video.

Info about the camp: Attendees will learn CPR awareness, water safety, back country survival, firefighting and rescue techniques, as well as participate in daily physical fitness activities. All the activities will take place in a safe, friendly, fast-paced and competitive atmosphere and all instruction will be provided by active duty fire personnel from TMFPD.

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