Question 1

What should I wear?

Accepted Answer

Please wear looser fitting athletic clothing that will be comfortable to wear under firefighting gear. We will provide you with an event t-shirt to wear during check-in/registration. Please wear close-toed/closed-back athletic shoes, sandals/slides/slippers/crocs etc will NOT BE ALLOWED.

Question 2

What should I bring?

Accepted Answer

Participants should bring a valid drivers license/identification.

Question 3

How should I wear my hair?

Accepted Answer

Please wear your hair tied back or out of your face as much as possible. (As if you were going to the gym or to do a workout) You will be actively moving all day and wearing a helmet during specific skills stations.

Question 4

Do I need to have prior fire knowledge?

Accepted Answer

No! This event does NOT require any prior knowledge or experience.

Question 5

Will meals be provided?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Dinner on Friday night, lunch on Saturday, and snacks will be provided. If you have any specific dietary restrictions please be prepared to bring your own lunch.

Question 6

Will this event get me into an Academy or count towards my application to a fire department?

Accepted Answer

No. This event is separate from the application process and will not help towards any application you fill out. This event is purely educational and to provide exposure to the fire service for women. We do not provide any guarantee of being accepted to any fire department.

Question 7

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

A map of the facilities will be provided before the event with specific directions about entrance and where to park.

Question 8

Are spectators or children allowed?

Accepted Answer

We do not encourage spectators, as you will be involved in tasks all day. No childcare will be provided.

Question 9

If I am only able to attend one of the days can I still participate?

Accepted Answer

If you have questions about a special circumstance please contact us at wffd@dfdwomen.org and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Question 10

Will transportation be provided?

Accepted Answer

We will not be providing transportation to and from the event. Please use public transportation/Uber or other ride-share services.

Question 11

Who do I contact with any questions?

Accepted Answer

Feel free to send any questions, comments, or concerns to the WFFD at wffd@dfdwomen.org.

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