Fire Exploring is a national program for young adults interested in learning about careers in fire and EMS service.
The Carlsbad Fire Department is proud to provide a program that emphasizes character building, leadership, community service and physical fitness. Explorers will learn about fire department policies and procedures, the proper use of fire equipment and engage in firefighting training scenarios. Fire Explorers also participate in fire station ride-alongs, where they are a functioning member of the crew for the duration of a 12-hour shift.
Carlsbad Fire Explorer Post 2200 is one of eight Fire Explorer programs in San Diego County that falls under the rules and regulations of our charter sponsor, Learning for Life.
Update 8/20/2020: Due to COVID-19 closures and restrictions, our program is currently on hold. We will not be holding any in-person meetings or activities until further notice. However, we will soon be accepting applications for the 2021 academy. Please see the How to Apply section below for more info and follow us on Instagram for updates.
Applications are currently closed and will reopen in August-September 2021.
All prospective explorers must complete the Carlsbad Fire Explorer Application Packet and submit completed application AND required documents via email or U.S. mail to:
Carlsbad Fire Explorer Post 2200
2560 Orion Way
Carlsbad, CA 92010
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Once applications are received, selected applicants will be contacted for oral interviews and a final selection process will take place. Fire Explorers will be notified of parent orientation and academy dates.
The next Fire Explorer Academy is scheduled to run from February 13 to June 5, 2021, on alternating Saturdays. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, dates may be subject to change.
We’d love to hear from you! Please email us at fireexplorer@carlsbadca.gov for additional inquiries.
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