About Saint Paul Fire Explorers
The Saint Paul Fire Explorers is open to individuals from the age of 14 to 20 years old, with an interest in learning more about careers in fire suppression or emergency services.
Explorers gather to train on a weekly basis to learn and experience what the Fire and EMS (Emergency Medical Services) careers are about. This is a comprehensive hands-on program that continues through August, with them training and participating in friendly competitions with other explorer posts demonstrating the practical skills learned. The competition is held at the MN State Fair during the governor's Fire Prevention Day. Team Saint Paul earned a first place finish during the 2024 competition.
Positive interaction with firefighters and paramedics is ensured, as is a good time and an educational experience! It is a dynamic way to get youth interested in pursuing a firefighting career path and we have several Saint Paul Fire Explorer alumni on the job right now!
Join the Saint Paul Fire Explorers
• Are you an ideal candidate for Saint Paul’s Fire Explorer Program?
• Are you considering firefighting or public safety as a career choice?
• Are you 14 to 20 years of age? (Must be at least in grade 9.)
• Space is limited - sign up now!
The Saint Paul Fire Explorers meet every Thursday evening at SPFD Training Facility located at 1683 Energy Park Drive, St. Paul, MN 55108 from 5:30-8 p.m.
We begin meeting and training on a weekly basis (except for holidays), concluding at the Governor's Fire Prevention Day at the Minnesota State Fair, the last week in August. Our curriculum includes career readiness, mini lessons, and firefighting and EMT skills training.
Apply for Saint Paul Fire Explorers!
Contact
Saint Paul Firefighter Jodie Carroll
651-269-5946
Jodie.Carroll@ci.stpaul.mn.us
