Crew 13
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n 2002 our district recognized the need for a program that would include the younger members of our community so we joined the Boy Scouts of America's Fire Service Exploring/Junior Cadet Program. The Fire Service Exploring/Junior Cadet Program or Explorer program is a work site-based program for young men and women who have completed eighth grade and are 14 through 20 years of age. The Explorers came up with the name Crew 13 since our department identification is in the 1300's and since that day our Explorers have done great things with the fire district. This program allows young members to learn lifesaving and
fire fighting skills. We can only allow the Explorers to train under
safe conditions (not during burn exercises) but they can help on emergency
scenes in a limited capacity. Many of our original members have gone on to become volunteers in the district. We are proud that we can get young members of our community involved at this age.
For information on joining the Explorers contact Kim Salter ksalter@lakeviewfire.org.
Current Explorers:
PJ Farley
Jacob Johnson
Chris Linn
Michael Majors
Nick Markham
Jack Mathews
Ben Stricklin
Matt Wilson
Dan Wilson
