
DeKalb County Fire Rescue – Explorer Post 901 Ignite Your Future. Serve Your Community. Explorer Post 901 is a hands-on training and mentorship program designed for DeKalb County youth ages 14 to 18 who are interested in fire service, public safety, and personal development. Hosted by DeKalb County Fire Rescue, the program offers real-world exposure to life in the fire service while building leadership, discipline, and a sense of responsibility to the community. |
What Makes Post 901 Unique? Explorer Post 901 is led by certified DeKalb County firefighters who serve as trained advisors and mentors. Participants will gain experience and insight through structured training, ride-alongs, and community engagement opportunities. The program emphasizes five core areas of personal growth:
Summer Cadet Training Once accepted, Explorers attend a three-week cadet training program at the DeKalb County Fire Rescue Academy each summer. Training includes:
Ride-Along Experience After graduating from cadet training, Explorers are eligible to ride along on fire apparatus. They will respond alongside our firefighters to real emergencies—medical and fire-related—and participate in station life and daily duties. This is not just training—it’s experience.
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Minimum Requirements
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Explorer Forms |
For more information about the program contact frexplorers@dekalbcountyga.gov |