Due to the overwhelming response of applicants for the C.A.R.E.S. Program, the Fire Department has placed a temporary hold on accepting applications at this time. We anticipate re-opening the application portal in the near future. Please check back on this page for updates. Questions? Email Post343@bbfl.us.
The Boynton Beach Fire Rescue Department's Explorers Program is a free program designed for young adults between the ages of 14 – 17 who are interested in learning about a career in fire service.
Fire Explorers will gain a comprehensive understanding of the fire service, train with Fire Department Officers, participate in community service projects, City events, competitions, fundraisers and much more!
The Fire Explorer program is phase one of the Boynton Beach Fire Rescue C.A.R.E.S Program, those enrolled in the program will have the opportunity to advance to the Cadet Program (ages 18 -21) and be eligible for scholarship opportunities for both basic Fire Certifications and EMT/Paramedic School.
During this program Explorers will learn:
• Teamwork, Self-Confidence and Leadership Skills
• Forcible Entry, Search and Rescue and Ladder Training
• Ropes and Knots, Hose, Tools, Strategies and Tactics
• CPR, Stop the Bleed and EMS First Aid Skills & more!
Each year the Explorers will participate in Firematics competitions that take place in Daytona Beach during the Annual Fire Service Leadership Weekend and the Fire Rescue East conference sponsored by the Florida Fire Chiefs Association.
The Explorers program will begin October of 2022, meetings will take place two Wednesday each month from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm at Boynton Beach Fire Rescue Station #5 (2080 High Ridge Road) and periodically when additional City events and activities are scheduled.
For more information please contact Kori Grant, Special Projects Coordinator by emailing Post343@bbfl.us or call 561-742-6333.
