California Firemen, Women, EMS, and whoever else can answer this, please do!

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Permalink Reply by Jay Nicholson on July 27, 2009 at 12:30am

Have you tried AMR in Alameda County?

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Permalink Reply by Katie on July 28, 2009 at 8:39pm

yes. They have "Ems for kids" but it's only a kid's day that happened in 2007.

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Permalink Reply by Marc on July 27, 2009 at 12:51am

your at the opposite side of the state for me to help!!! if your around like san jose i kniow that they have an Explorer program

Explorer Capt Marc Hurwitz
Los Angeles Fire Department

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Permalink Reply by Katie on July 28, 2009 at 8:39pm

San Jose's a little far, but thanks for the help anyway

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Permalink Reply by Captain Busy on July 27, 2009 at 3:11am

you need to actually take the time and do your own homework here...

if explorer posts are still connected with the Boy Scouts of America, don't you think that would be a good place to start?

how about contact any of the ambulance providers, such as AMR that was recommended?

personally, I think 14 is too young to be involved in some of the things that we have to deal with or encounter, buy I also realize that girls generally are a lot more mature than boys. aren't there liability issues involved here because of your age? I would think that 16 would be the minimum age for you to start getting involved. Are you sure about the 14 age requirement vs. 16? Check this out and confirm the age requirements.

regardless, you need to do your own research on this one because it is too geographically specific...

good luck,

CB

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Permalink Reply by Nick xLTx on July 27, 2009 at 9:54am

I can say that in MS, explorer programs are still attached to the Boy Scouts. Out in Cali though I'm not sure. 15 is the minimum age to be an explorer over here, but as Busy stated its gonna be more of a geography factor. Good luck as well!

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Permalink Reply by Katie on July 28, 2009 at 8:37pm

I have done my homework...3 1/2 months of it. I've checked all the boy scouts in my county. I knew they were connected, and 14 is the minimum age here to be an explorer. 16 is for ride-alongs. I don't meant to sound bitchy...sorry.

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Permalink Reply by Katie on July 28, 2009 at 8:40pm

I KNOW IT IS THROUGH BOYSCOUTS! I'VE LOOKED ALL OVER THE UNIVERSE FOR ALMOST 4 MONTHS WITH NOTHING!!!

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Permalink Reply by TJ Stone DVFD Unit 713 on July 28, 2009 at 10:00pm

Talk to the EMS dept around you and try to get one started

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Permalink Reply by Katie on August 6, 2009 at 8:12pm

sounds like a good idea.

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Permalink Reply by AFD on August 6, 2009 at 8:52pm

HELLO KATIE
SO YOU LIKE TO BE A FIREFIGHTER ? THATS NICE...
Explain to me how much homework you done ok because i dont know.
whats your zip code you like to work in .... yes zip code five numbers like,
Example 92134 ( San Diego )
reason, its all about making the grade to be the best .
will you be transporting yourself .. ? or will your parents do this task..?
katie you can even try calling CDF Now knows as CAL FIRE
This is the Californias State Forestry Fire Service and there very Large
they might , be able to help you but i will give it a shot also okay.
Alameda County thats a nice size County... i will help you and get back to you.
but do provide your Zip Code, thats all . you take care study and get ready
one more thing dont be surprise if theres nothing for you for now
you just might have to wait till your 16 okay but i try .
until then Stay Safe and remain in good health :o)

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