BEVERLY HILLS—The city of Beverly Hills announced on its Facebook page on October 4 that the Beverly Hills Empowerment Camp 2025 will take place on November 8 and November 9.
The camp will provide the opportunity for individuals between the ages of 13-18 to see what it takes to be a real firefighter. The camp will transpire over both days from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Beverly Hills Fire Department located at 445 N Rexford Drive.
All genders are welcome, and individuals will get the opportunity for the following:
-Try real firefighter challenges
-Build confidence, meet new people
Skills stations include but are not limited to: hose, ladders, rope rescue, hand tools, personal protective equipment, search and rescue, first aid, ventilation, and more!
Camp is free, includes a camp T-shirt, and lunch both days. Women 18 and up who are actively pursuing a career in firefighting (ex: cadets, explorers, ambulance operators, or EMTs) are encouraged to apply as a mentor camper. Mentor campers participate in all activities with campers and are assigned additional responsibilities
Spots for the event fill up fast. To sign up visit: www.beverlyhills.org/empowermentcamp.
By Danny Jones