Clark County Fire Cadets Garage Sale

High School Fire Cadets Hosting Fundraiser.

The Clark County Fire and Rescue High School Fire Cadets will be hosting a fundraiser Garage Sale on Friday, August 20 and Saturday, August 21 at Station 26 (21609 NE 72nd Ave, 98604).

The Clark County Fire Cadet program was established in 1991 for High School Juniors and Seniors with a career interest in the fields of Fire Fighting, Emergency Medicine, 911 Dispatching, Fire Prevention, or Arson Investigation.  The Department worked with the Clark County Vocational Skills Center and Battle Ground School District to establish a program that would provide an opportunity for high school students to study fire science and emergency medicine from professional firefighters and paramedics.

For current Fire Cadets, there is an equal emphasis on scholastic and practical learning. Physical fitness is also a large part of the training, with a weekly three mile run followed by an hour long workout in 50 pounds of gear! Whew, I got tired just writing that!! 

So, besides more school work and intense physical training, Fire Cadets are also eligible to receive College credits for successful completion of the program and a head start in their career. For more information, visit Clark County Fire and Rescue.

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