Explorer Post
Developing the next generation of fire service professionals
Educating Future Firefighters
The O’Fallon Fire Explorer Program is dedicated to developing and inspiring the next generation of fire service professionals by providing teenagers with hands-on training, mentorship, and leadership opportunities within the fire service.
Through structured instruction, teamwork, and real-world learning experiences, the program introduces participants to the principles of firefighting, emergency response, and public service while fostering personal growth, discipline, integrity, and accountability.
Our goal is to build the future of the fire service by equipping young men and women with the knowledge, skills, and character needed to serve their communities with professionalism, courage, and commitment.
For further information or if you have any questions, please contact fire@ofallon.org
Objectives
Personal Development
Team Building
Hands-on Practical Skills Training
First Aid/CPR Training
Objectives
Personal Development
Team Building
Hands-on Practical Skills Training
First Aid/CPR Training
Participation Requirements
- Must be a graduate of 8th grade and between the ages of 14 and 18.
- Must have reliable transportation to attend weekly drills every Thursday from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
- Required to maintain, at minimum, a 2.0 grade point average at school.
- Show willingness to build on personal development skills.
- Recommended to participate in community outreach events and fundraising activities.
Build Your Future
Pathway to the Fire service
- Kick start your career in the fire service by joining the Explorer program
- Prepare members for academy-level expectations
- Hands on skills training that will guide any individual towards becoming a successful recruit on any department
Life Skills
- Leadership
- Discipline
- Adaptability
- Selflessness
- Communication
- Teamwork
Where Our Explorers Go
Fire Service Careers EMS Military Skilled Trades
