The Wagener Fire Department recently had 15 firefighters join the team and they are getting the trainings done. Plans are in the works for a lot of fun events for the community.
Youth are welcome to join the Wagener Fire Department. We are willing to work with everybody to build the new generation fire firefighter. everyone is welcome to stop by, to apply and ask questions anytime the doors are open. We welcome all students needing mentors.
A Jr. program is key and very beneficial to our youth especially with an organized program before they turn 18. Unfortunately, our Aiken County Public School District Aiken County Career & Technology Center has discontinued the program leaving many of our youth without a primary plan or back up plan upon graduation. Instead of turning 18 with a national firefighter certification and going to work they are faced with waiting until 18 to start unless we have a organized in house plan for these members.
What are the benefits of a junior firefighter program?
Allows youth to gain insight and interest in becoming long-term members of the emergency services.
Increases awareness among youth about volunteering and supporting the fire and emergency services.
Provides departments with the opportunity to recruit additional members.
Provides departments with additional help in accomplishing non-firefighting or non-emergency tasks.
Offers leadership development for America’s youth, who are tomorrow’s leaders.
Educates parents and mentors on the importance of encouraging volunteerism.