Camp Cinder is lighting the way for teenage girls looking to explore careers in firefighting. This unique four-day camp is tailored for young women aged 15 to 17, offering them an immersive experience that combines practical firefighting skills with confidence-building activities. From laying fire hoses and carrying out water rescues to learning CPR, the girls get hands-on training taught by women currently in firefighting roles.
Public Information Officer Chelsea Burkett from Cal Fire highlights the empowering nature of Camp Cinder, explaining how invaluable this opportunity is, especially since many women in firefighting didn’t have such programs available to them when they were younger. The camp does more than just teach firefighting techniques; it aims to inspire young girls, showing them that they can achieve anything they set their minds to.
Sessions are scheduled in Redding and San Luis Obispo this summer, with applications open until January 31, 2026. Whether or not these girls decide to pursue firefighting careers, they leave with skills and confidence that will serve them well in life. After all, who wouldn’t want to do a little real-life superhero training?
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