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Advance Fire Department is preparing for its 11th annual Fire Camp.

The camp is open to rising 6th-9th grade boys and girls.

“It provides campers an opportunity to experience the  exciting and challenging task of firefighters,” said Capt. Ronnie Robertson. “Each day is filled with hands-on learning activities.”

These include hose handling, rope rescue, flashover box, vehicle extrication, driving simulator and more.

“Advance Fire Camp is truly unlike any other camp a young person may attend.  The goal is to create interest in community service through their  local fire department.”

Fire Camp is three days June 17-19. Camp day begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 5 p.m. The early registration fee is $50 and $30 for a second sibling.

The registration fee includes activities, lunch, snacks, camp T-shirt, and a closing night graduation picnic.

Applications are required as the number of participants is limited. Applications are available at www.advancefiredepartment.org, or through the fire department Facebook page; or stop by the station at 1869 NC 801 S. Early registration will end on May 31. Late registration will remain open until June 14h.

If you have any questions, contact Robertson at 336-345-1530.