RECENT EXPLORER ACTIVITIES

 


Rope Rescue Training

October 16, 2008


Members of Explorer Post 226 recently trained with firefighters and personnel from the EFD Rope Rescue Team.   The training included learning how to tie important fire service knots, as well as learning about the use of mechanical advantage with an “on-rope” hoisting exercise.    The training was delivered under the direction of Deputy Chief Mike Powers and Captain Matt Collins.










Explorers Enjoy Summer Barbeque at Chartwell

August 2008


Explorer Post 226 visited Chartwell Swim
Club on Friday, August 29, 2008 for their
summer BBQ.  

Approximately 20 people attended the
event including Explorers and Advisors.

A fun time was had by all swimming,
playing football and basketball, as well as
enjoying the food cooked by the Chartwell
Staff.








Explorers Practice for Upcoming Competition

May 2008


Members of Explorer Post 226 have been practicing weekly since the beginning of April to prepare for the 1st Annual Burlington County Explorer/Junior Firefighter Competition. event will be held at the county’s Fire-EMS Training Center on Saturday, June 21, 2008 from 0800-1200 hrs. Every Thursday evening, Explorers meet at

Station 221 to practice Fire and EMS skills that will be used at the competition.

Explorer/Junior Firefighter teams from Evesham, Delran, Cinnaminson, Florence and Hampton Lakes are scheduled to compete in the event, which is open to members of the competing departments, family and friends of the competitors, as well as the general public.

Click here for a video montage of photos from the 31 Cent Scoop Night Event and from
our Recent Training Activities


Meet the 2008 Explorer Executive Officers

March 2008

Elections were recently held for Explorer Post Executive Board Officer Positions.

We are pleased to introduce our 2008 Explorer Post Executive Board Members.

Congratulations to our 2008 Explorer Post Executive Board Members.





3 Explorers Promoted to Rank of
Explorer Lieutenant

February 14, 2008


On February 14, 2008 at the monthly Board of Fire Commissioners meeting, three members of Explorer Post 226 were promoted to the rank of Explorer Post Lieutenant.

 

Congratulations to our new Explorer Post Lieutenants.


Explorers Participate in Ropes & Knots Training

January 2008


The January 2008 Explorer Post Training Session focused on Fire Service Ropes and Knots.

Additionally, members were treated to an overview of the Department's Rope Rescue Team Equipment and Capabilities.

Special thanks to Deputy Chief Mike Powers and Captain Matthew Collins for providing an excellent training opportunity.











Explorers Participate In Ice Rescue Training Overview

December 2007


Members of Explorer Post 226 were treated to an overview of Ice Rescue Techniques by members of the Medford Division of Fire.  Special thanks to Medford Division of Fire Firefighter Cliff Rickards, and Medford Division of Fire Lieutenant Robert Dovi for providing an excellent training opportunity.












Greyhound Angels Adoption Center

November 18, 2007


Members of Explorer Post 226 volunteered their time at the Greyhound Angels Adoption Center in Pennsauken.   Explorers helped to walk the dogs, clean the shelter and play with the dogs.  Lunch with pizza back at the fire station followed our hard work. This worthwhile activity was a fun experience for everyone that attended.











Virtua MICU Medics Provide Training Session
for Evesham Explorers
October 2007

Explorer post members learned about the role of paramedics in delivering EMS to our community, as well as more about career paths to become a paramedic.    Medic Kathy Schmidt was our guest for the evening, discussing topics including cardiac emergencies, trauma, respiratory emergencies and drug overdoses.  

Our thanks to Virtua MICU and Paramedic Kathy Schmidt.