Fun and Safety Go Hand-in-Hand at the 24th Annual Kids' Day
June 6, 2009

We understand that everyone's lives get so hectic that it is easy to forget to take time out for fire and safety prevention. That's why local fire departments and community organizations are doing our part to remind kids and families that safety is everyone's responsibility.

We know that when we provide children with fire prevention and life safety information, we are able to reach the heart of families.

Join us for a free, fun-filled day for kids and their families on June 6, 2009, at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds. Kids' Day is sponsored by Central Kitsap Fire & Rescue in conjunction with local organizations and businesses. Doors open to the community at 10:00 AM and the show runs until 2:30 PM. Kids' Day provides families with an opportunity to take a moment to have a good time while picking up tips and resources about ways to keep kids and families safe and healthy.

New to this year's event is a bike rodeo for kids put on by Leadership Kitsap with drawings for bike giveaways and bike tune-ups (so bring your bike); a school bus rescue simulation sponsored by the Region One Life Safety Council; and an activity demonstrating the use of avalanche beacons in rescues by Olympic Mountain Rescue. Central Kitsap Fire and Rescue also provides live fire demonstrations and passenger vehicle extrications, along with indoor entertainment by the Ride and Glide Stunt Team whose daring athletes wow kids while spreading the message about bicycle safety, positive self-esteem, and healthy living. Over 45 booths provide fire and life safety information with media sponsorship of the event provided by the Kitsap SUN. Kids, come meet Sparky the Fire Dog and his buddies the Bloodhound Rescue Dogs.

Teens and adults are invited to practice your skills with a fire extinguisher on "real flames". Kids, challenge yourself to a rope rescue drill or get fitted with a new bike helmet. There'll be lots to do and see at Kids' Day 2009!

Please contact Theresa MacLennan, Public Information and Public Education Officer, Central Kitsap Fire & Rescue for details: 360.447.3550.