The Surprise Fire-Medical Department is giving high school girls a chance to blaze a trail this summer with Camp Ignite, a week-long camp designed to teach them about fire safety, emergency response, and essential life skills. From June 23-27, girls aged 14-18 will have the opportunity to train alongside female firefighter mentors at Fire Station 304 in Surprise, Arizona. The camp not only focuses on firefighting techniques but also emphasizes building confidence, leadership, and poise under pressure.
According to the City of Surprise camp announcement, participants will receive CPR/First Aid/AED certification and will be working out in firefighter gear, learning to navigate the physical demands of firefighting while also developing team-building and interpersonal skills. The daily sessions will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., finishing earlier on the last day to make way for an awards ceremony that will celebrate the achievements of the camp-goers.
Those interested in participating must apply before the May 16 deadline, with the caveat that space is limited and only 20 spots are available—applicants are encouraged to apply early to ensure they secure a spot. Successful applicants will be notified by June 1 and must attend an Orientation Day on June 22 to get acquainted with camp logistics and leaders.
Camp details including the application process and requirements for Camp Ignite can be found on the City of Surprise News section, where hopeful participants and their parents can find all they need to know about this immersive experience which aims to empower young women by showing them that they can handle challenging situations with courage and strength, the camp is not only about firefighting but also about igniting a sense of can-do spirit that the organizers hope will carry on into their future endeavors.
