LifeStar Landing Headlines Granby First Responder Camp For Teens

GRANBY, CT — Teens interested in police, fire and EMS careers will have a chance to experience emergency response up close this summer through a hands-on program hosted by Granby Recreation and local first responders.

The three-day Granby First Responder Camp is scheduled for Aug. 10, 11 and 12 at the Lost Acres Fire Department, 206 Salmon Brook St. The program is open to students entering ninth and 10th grade.

Camp sessions will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the first two days and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the final day.

Organizers say the camp is designed to give teens a realistic look at how emergency services operate, with demonstrations and training activities led by local police, firefighters and EMS personnel.

Participants will see a LifeStar helicopter landing demonstration, watch a K-9 unit in action and learn CPR, first aid and AED skills. The program will also include a mock motor vehicle crash with extrication, felony stop and DUI demonstrations and a ride on “The Convincer,” a seat belt simulator used to show the effects of crashes.

The program will be held at Lost Acres Fire Department headquarters and will feature equipment and personnel from multiple public safety agencies.

Registration for Granby residents opens April 15 and runs through June 1. Non-resident registration opens April 22 and also runs through June 1.

More information and registration details are available at GranbyRec.com.