Today was the first day of Safety Camp. Safety Camp is one of the most popular youth programs offered by the City. The Safety Camp concept was originated right here in Eden Prairie. Kids have the opportunity to meet Police Officers, Firefighters, 911 dispatchers, and other public safety officials close-up and in an environment that emphasizes the role these people in play in creating a safe community. Kids also have a chance to see these public safety officials outside of their uniforms. Shorts and t-shirts are the fashion of the day for kids and Police alike.
Another benefit generated by Safety Camp is that it is a true interdepartmental effort among our Police, Fire and Parks & Rec Departments. Each department has a role in making Safety Camp a success every year. And I don’t think Safety Camp would be as successful as it is without any one of these departments carrying their fair share of the load. I guess that’s the definition of true collaboration.
Kids have fun. They love Safety Camp, even in the rain.
