Greater Sudbury Invites Young Women to Camp Molly Firefighter Camp
Mar 8, 2023
The City of Greater Sudbury is proud to announce the first annual Camp Molly taking place from Thursday, August 17 until Sunday, August 20, 2023. Camp Molly is a free, four-day camp that provides young women in grades 11 and 12 the opportunity to perform a variety of firefighting tasks and learn about the different career opportunities within Greater Sudbury Fire Services.
Participants will get an inside look at a career in fire and emergency services. They will rotate through a series of activities based on Firefighter Level 1 training, such as Fire Investigation and Fire Dynamics, Medical Scenarios, Auto Extrication, Firefighter Survival and Forcible Entry, and more.
Space is limited to 35 participants. Eligible participants must submit an application explaining why they would like to attend Camp Molly and meet all of the following minimum qualifications:
• be a girl or woman-identifying student between the ages of 15 and 18
• live in Greater Sudbury
• be in good physical condition and have a positive attitude
• be able to supply their own CSA safety footwear
• be able to provide their own transportation
• possess a valid provincial health card prior to August 20, 2023
• complete the online application form before the application deadline
• be committed to attend all Camp Molly activities and required dates
Molly Williams, the namesake for the camp, was a slave in 1818 when she became the first female firefighter with Oceanus Engine Co. 11, in Lower Manhattan. After all the male firefighters became sick with influenza, Molly answered the call to duty and was recognized for her strength and resiliency. Her incredible story has been memorialized into the children’s novel, “Molly, By Golly!” and over 200 years later, Molly Williams continues to be known as a trailblazer in the field of firefighting. Camp Molly aims to carry on her legacy by inspiring other firewomen.
For more information and to apply, visit campmolly.ca
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