Visit to a Fire Station

Today we joined Lori, Caelyn, and Elise for a visit to a local fire station that was organized through our public library. Ethan was really excited to see the fire trucks, and he enjoyed listening to a presentation by the firefighters. The firemen talked about various equipment that they use to fight fires, and one put on his full firefighter garb (including an oxygen tank and mask) so that the kids could become familiar with what he looked like and not be fearful in case they encountered a firefighter during an actual emergency. The kids learned how to stop, drop, and roll from Sparky the Firehouse Dog (Ethan thought he was really neat). The firemen also demonstrated 2 different types of water rescues in a pond behind the fire station and sprayed kids with water from the fire trucks. We didn't stay for the spraying, but were able to enjoy the presentation and water rescues.

Sparky demonstrating how to stop, drop, and roll

Ethan wanted to see Sparky, but was a little intimidated by the crowd of older kids

After waiting patiently, Ethan got to hug Sparky twice and give him a high five

Caelyn, Ethan, and Elise got to sit on one of the fire trucks