Tolland Fire Explorer Post #40 to Host Open House

The will host an Open House on June 6, 2012 beginning at 5:30 p.m. The Post is looking for new members and will also be highlighting the Post’s accomplishments over the last several years.

Tolland Fire Explorer Post 40 is comprised of young adults from the ages 14 to 19. These young adults are given the opportunity to learn what it takes to be part of the fire and medical services. They meet and train weekly and receive training and certification in a number of areas, including CPR, First Aid, Brush Fire Training, HAZMAT training and much more.

As an Explorer, members can take part in the fire station ride-along program.  This provides the opportunity to accompany the Tolland Fire Department to emergency and non-emergency situations. Explorers also volunteer their time at many local community events.

The Open House will be held at the Fire Training Center, located at 191 Merrow Road, Tolland, CT. Visitors to this event will be treated to demonstrations of some of the skills these young men and women acquired since joining the Explorer Program. There will be a PowerPoint presentation as well as photo exhibits. Light refreshments will be served.

This is a great opportunity for young people to learn important skills, give back to the community and have fun at the same time. If you would like to attend please call 860-871-3681 or email explorers@tollandfire.org.  Donations to this Program can be mailed to Tolland Fire Department Explorer Post 40, P.O. Box 827, Tolland, CT 06084. For additional information about the Tolland Fire Explorers Post 40 program, please visit our web-site at www.tfdpost40.com.