Explorers

 The Apopka Fire Department offers an Explorer Program through the Boy Scouts of America, for High School youths, ages 14 through 18. The Apopka Fire Department Explorer Program provides an opportunity to explore several avenues in the EMS and fire fields, as well as technical rescue.

After participating in post activities for a minimum of one (1) year and demonstrating an understanding of the Fire Department, the Explorers have the opportunity to perform ride-a-longs. This creates an environment for more advanced insight into job responsibilities.

The Apopka Explorer Program is a team that builds on individual strengths. The instructors promote leadership skills and confidence that will influence the Explorers’ everyday lives. This proves to be a rewarding experience not only for the student, but for the instructors as well.

The registration period for the explorer program is each year during the month of August. An application must be submitted for any student interested in the fire and EMS fields.