Washington Twp./Avon Fire Explorers

Tonight the explorers were able to utilize the training grounds to work on hose advancements. The Explorers also learned how to advance a hose line while being charged (water running through). They also learned different hose loads and how to deploy them as well as reload them.

Merry Christmas to all!

We hope you have a fun, safe, and warm Christmas wherever and however you may be celebrating!

Great training with our friends at the Avon Indiana Police Cadets

Congratulations to one of our Explorer's, Dyson, on earning his private pilot license. This is no small feat requiring multiple flight hours along with extensive testing and to top it off he did it in less than a year all while still in high school, working and participating in the Exploring program! We are very proud of your accomplishment.

Check out our friends at Avon Indiana Police Cadets!

Last night the explorers started the meeting with PT before moving on to VEIS (vent enter isolate search). The explorers also learned how to bail out of a window via ladder in case things go wrong during a VEIS.

Tonight the explorers started the meeting by going over search and recuse techniques before moving onto a disoriented search, where they were blind folded and walk around, and spun around multiple times, and tasked with trying to find a way out. The explorers then used everything that was learned to find a victim and safely get them out.

Washington Twp./Avon Fire Explorers updated their information in their About section.

Washington Twp./Avon Fire Explorers updated their information in their About section.

On this we humbly honor those who gave all in service to our country. May our magnificent 🇺🇸 remind each of us, every day, of the strength of our indivisible nation, whose many freedoms, come from the sacrifice of so many.

🚒🚓🚑 REGISTRATION IS OPEN! 🚑🚓🚒

Calling all future officers, firefighters, and paramedics! Registration for our 2022 Jr. Police & Fire Academy, a joint effort with our friends at the Avon Indiana Police Department, is now open! Participants will spend 3 days (June 15th-17th, 8am-3pm) with crew members from both departments, going through hands-on exercises and demonstrations.

Registration ends May 9th, so head on over to the below link ASAP to reserve your spot!
https://wtp.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1401

Any questions should be directed to our Public Education Director Julia Lewis at [email protected]

Last night the Explorers started off the meeting by learning about building construction before eventually moving on to roof ventilation. The Explorers were able to learn how to properly ventilate a roof and what tools are needed to complete the task successfully.

Less than one month before sign up starts! Some of our current explorers started by going to this! Check it out as rosters fill up quickly! Washington Township / Avon Fire Department Avon Indiana Police Department

We're happy to announce the return of our annual Jr. Police & Fire Academy, a joint effort with our friends at the Avon Indiana Police Department to bring first responder knowledge and understanding to the kids in our community. Participants will spend 3 days (June 15th-17th, 8am-3pm) with crew members from both departments, going through hands-on exercises and demonstrations.

More information can be found at our registration page: https://wtp.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1401

Registration will open May 2nd - May 9th, 2022, and seats will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Any questions should be directed to our Public Education Director Julia Lewis at [email protected]

Tonight the explorers started the night with PT (physical training) and then moved onto learning how to do CPR on a downed Firefighter. After learning how to do CPR they ended the night by learning where everything is located on the ambulance and fire engine, and what everything is used for.

Avon Explorer's had the pleasure of participating in the 26th Annual Governor’s Luncheon for Scouting.

Tonight the Explorers started their meeting with PT before moving on to learning about house advancement, pinch points, and flowing water.

Photos from Washington Township / Avon Fire Department's post

Photos from Avon Indiana Police Department's post

Check out our friends at Avon Indiana Police Department! Their annual citizens academy is coming up to register next week!

Our 2021 Citizens Police Academy is set to begin on April 13th! We will open the online application portal on Wednesday, March 10th at 8:00 p.m.!

This class will fill up in a matter of minutes! Check out the graphic below for more details!

Last night the Explorers started off the meeting with PT and then moved onto search and rescue where they were blindfolded and had to find a victim.

Last night the Explorers started off the meeting with different PT stations that included push-ups, deadlifts, kettle bell swings, and a few others that lasted a little over an hour, and ended the meeting with forcible entry.

Timeline photos

A time to remember those who died, those who served, and those who carry on!

We will never forget!

Last night the Explorers started off the meeting with PT and then transitioned into learning different drags and carries of how to remove a downed individual from fire like conditions.

Tonight the Explorers started off the meeting with PT and ended with learning how to throw rope bags to help get someone out of the water.

Timeline photos

Washington Township Avon Fire Department wishes you a Happy and Safe 4th of July!!

It’s contest time!!

IT'S CONTEST TIME!
Your family has the chance at 2 different prize categories.
We are giving away...

* (2) $100 Wal-Mart Gift Cards
* (4) $50 gift cards to local restaurants in the area

How do you enter the contest?

GET ALL THE DETAILS AT THE LINK BELOW!
https://mailchi.mp/90f2743c9622/avonfiresafetycontest

Over the next 2 weeks, we want you and your family practicing fire safety at home and having a little fun while doing it.

The contest entails:
* Checking your smoke detectors at home.
* Drawing an Escape Plan w/meeting place.
* Taking a picture of your family at your meeting place.
* Sharing your pic on Instagram and tagging us in the post.

This allows your family to be eligible for a chance to win a $50 gift card to a local restaurant.

* Want to go above and beyond? – Submit a video of your family practicing your escape plan.

This allows your family to be eligible for a $100 gift card to Wal-Mart.

The runs from May 1 – May 13.
We will announce the winners on May 15th.

We’d love your help in spreading the word about the contest.
We can't wait to see all of your submissions.

Tonight the Explorers worked on how to stabilize vehicles and how to get a patient out from under a lawnmower.

On this day 78 years ago, many American service men and women lost their lives or were injured during an unexpected attack on Pearl Harbor. National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, observed annually on Dec. 7, commemorates the attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, during World War II. Today we reflect and remember those lost on this tragic day in American history.

Washington Township / Avon Fire Department
Town of Avon Indiana
Danville Metropolitan Police Department

Thank you to all those working today and have a Happy Thanksgiving!

Don't Forget! It's that time of the year again!

Last night the Explorers went to Hannah Haunted Acres, but before that they all enjoyed dinner at Hirosaki Steak House.

Fire Safety Minute

Fire Safety Minute Plan your fire escape in less than a minute! This fire safety video will give kids the tools they need to be safe in under a minute!

Do you know a young adult between the ages of 14 and 20 interested in the fire and EMS field? Be sure to come by our open house today from 12 to 3 to see what exploring is about.

Avon fire headquarters 311 Production Dr. Avon, In 46123

Tonight the Explorers worked on what tools are needed for vehicle extrication, and what they are used for, and to end it off, played a game of giant Jenga.

“Today, we want to recognize the anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks.

We honor and remember the brave men and women who tragically lost their lives during the terrorist attacks.

We Will Never Forget! ❤️”
-Washington Township / Avon Fire Department

Tonight the explores worked on engine operations meaning how to do hose rolls, unrolling the hose, hooking up to a fire hydrant, and spraying some water.

Tonight explorers worked on rope systems inside before moving outside to bigger heights.

Tonight explorers continued and finished spending time getting checked off so they can start riding out on the ambulances, fire engines, and ladder very soon!