Camp Phoenix an introductory to fire fighting

So far this week, campers have learned a variety of skills from how to use life-saving equipment, to wearing the right PPE, conducting a search and rescue, forcible entry and auto extrication. During tomorrow’s wrap up event, the girls will tie all these skills together as platoons working complete a fire obstacle course challenge!

Photos by Lisa Herbert

A group of ambitious and strong-willed young women were at the Cainsville Fire Station this past week learning the ins and outs of firefighting during the 2nd Annual Camp Phoenix, hosted by the County of Brant Fire Department. The free, immersive camp experience, started July 12th and wraps up tomorrow, July 16th , with demonstrations of skills learned, followed by the PhoenixFit Challenge. A total of 20 girls, ages 14-18, participated in this year’s day camp created to discover, educate and empower the next generation of future female fire professionals.