Eagle Fire Explorer
Post 159
Mission Statement: The purpose of the Eagle Fire Department Explorer program is to provide youth with an insight to the fire and emergency medical field; to instill in the youth to become productive, law-abiding and community oriented citizens; and to provide youth the information, training and experience to help them assess their desire to enter into a career of fire and rescue.
What we do: Eagle Fire Department Explorer Post #159 is a special interest post, which operates within the framework of the Exploring Division of the Boy Scouts of America. This progressive Fire Service post participates in many different Fire Department and civic functions. This includes, but is not limited to, job-oriented skills, educational drills, service to the community and social/recreational activities. As an Explorer you will need to realize that you are a representative not only of the Fire Department but also of the City of Eagle as a whole. The way you are viewed by the public is a direct reflection on the entire Fire Department.
Most interested individuals join the Explorer Post in an effort to obtain more information about the fire service and to find out if this career path is for them. There are also individuals who already know that they want a career in the Fire Service and are using the Explorer Post as a stepping-stone. What you put into the program you will get out of it. A good recommendation when you are being evaluated for a full time position is invaluable. Consider your time here as an investment in the future. Along with all of the serious aspects of the job there is a lot of camaraderie. You will make new friends and possibly establish networks for yourself to assist you in your career pathways. If you have any questions in regards to your probation please contact your Department Advisor.
Eligibility: Membership is open to all youths regardless of race, religion, nation origin or sex.
- All candidates must be between the ages of 14 and 21.
- All candidates must be currently enrolled in school, have graduated from high school or have obtained a GED.
- All candidates must have maintained a "C" [2.0 GPA] average and be in good standing in their school district.
- All candidates must have no major truancies, suspension or expulsions and not be failing any class in school.
- All candidates must have no criminal records. The Explorer program advisor may grant exceptions with recommendations from the Explorer director.
- All candidates must have a signed liability waiver on file. If candidates is under the age of 18, a parent or legal guardian must sign the waiver.
Who to contact: Captain Andy Cater (939-6463) or Engineer Rob Shoplock (939-6463)
Application: Stop by Eagle Fire Station 1 or click here.
Current Explorers: Amber Eblen, Ben Moresco, Jessica Lavala, Resa Burke, Tina Vitley, Michelle Vitley, Shannon Luna, Josh C, Jared McCarthy, Miles Edmark, Wayne Forbus, Zach Peterson, Shauna Galloway
Pictures!!!
June, 2004 - Eagle Fun Days
January, 2004 - Hose drill
August, 2003 - Hooking up to a standpipe & building ventilation
June, 2003 - Eagle Fun Days
May, 2003 - Donning air packs
November, 2002 - Rappelling off the training tower
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