Oak Hill Fire & Rescue Protection Association, Inc.

OHFR Summer Camp – Day 4

Day 4 of Oak Hill Fire & Rescue Summer Camp was another busy day full of learning, teamwork, and fun!

We started the day with wildland training as campers learned how to prepare wildland fire lines, giving them hands-on experience with an important part of wildland firefighting.

North Carolina Wildlife also brought their boat and gave campers the opportunity to learn more about water safety and the role they play in emergency response.

Campers had fun racing on the rock wall, played a great game of Pictionary, and ran through a firefighter safety and survival maze while fully geared up, including an SCBA prop and pack.

A big thank you to Applebee's Grill + Bar for providing lunch for our campers today!

Thank you to NC Wildlife, Applebee’s, and everyone who helped make Day 4 possible. We are thankful for another great day of summer camp!

OHFR Summer Camp – Day 3

Day 3 of Oak Hill Fire & Rescue Summer Camp was packed with hands-on training and new experiences!

Campers learned about forcible entry working as a team using a set of irons — a Halligan bar and axe — to pry open a door, with supplies sponsored by Wall Lumber Company. They also practiced knots, learned CPR skills using manikins provided by EMS, and worked on raising and lowering ladders.

Campers worked with a Stokes basket, learning how to properly strap in a patient and safely carry them out. They also had the opportunity to climb the rock wall, which helped simulate rescue situations like those firefighters may face in the gorge, ravines, and other difficult terrain.

Another highlight of the day was using the fire truck driving simulator from the WPCC Regional Fire & Rescue Training Center, giving campers a chance to experience what it is like to operate emergency vehicles in a controlled training environment.

A big thank you to Mountain Burrito for providing lunch for our campers today!

Thank you to everyone who helped make Day 3 possible. We are excited to continue the week with more learning, teamwork, and fun!