Cub Scouts visit Fire Station #17

This is Everett's first year in the Scouts. Today our Pack visited the neighborhood Fire Station.

The Scouts learned all about the firefighter's shifts (A,B & C). We toured where they eat meals, sleep, shower and watch  t.v. Each fire station is on duty 24 hours /day. 

The city map on the wall is complete with every fire station and  hydrant in the city of Arlington. Cool!

Little brother Emory enjoyed learning and participating, as well.

Fire trucks are cool! We learned each truck carries 750 gallons of water, has seat belts for six firefighters and cost approximately $500,000!

Everett got the chance to try on the oxygen tanks. Firefighters carry these tanks in to burning buildings / houses. 

A photo of Everett's Den (2 not in photo):

Thank you to the firefighters at Fire Station #17; the boys had an awesome time and we all learned a great deal. We appreciate your commitment to your jobs and for saving lives!