Spouse Track (HOT)

Cadre

Date: July 17 and 18 (2-Day Class)
Class Time: 0800-1400
Location: Aurora Fire Museum (53 N Broadway, Aurora, IL 60505)
PPE: Change of clothes, non-important shoes, and dry socks

Day 1 - Training Session:

  • Female firefighter instructors will lead morning hands-on training, and include skills:

    • Forcing a door

    • Packing up gear and completing a maze with a blurred face piece

    • Flowing water from hoses and learning water push techniques

  • Participation is optional and for fun—no pressure.

  • Participants will be crawling and possibly getting wet, so wear non-important shoes and bring a change of clothes. We will provide bunker gear, gloves, and eye protection.

  • After the morning training, there will be lunch and a presentation.

  • After lunch, spouses can socialize, walk nearby for drinks, or head to their hotels to change for the evening social.

Day 2 – The Grand Tour:

  • Spouses will meet at (TBA) to begin a HOT site tour throughout the city.

  • Spouses may get the opportunity to participate in activities at some stations, especially if your spouse is in a class. Some classes will be spectate only.

  • Lunch will be provided wherever the tour is located at lunch time.

  • After lunch, spouses can continue socializing or doing their own thing. We hope to see you at the final evening social event!

Overall Vibe:

  • This is a laid-back, fun event for fire spouses to meet and connect. There’s no pressure and the goal is just to have a good time.

  • It’s a chance to meet like-minded people, make new friends, and enjoy a few days of fun and camaraderie.

Looking forward to a fun, relaxing, and engaging experience!