The Penn Forest Township Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 will hold an open house on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at their station, located at 1387 Rt. 903 in Penn Forest Township.

The purpose of the event is to raise public awareness of fire prevention through displays of fire equipment and live demonstrations of firefighting techniques. The event is open to all ages and will include free refreshments, a variety of educational handouts and several drawings throughout the day.

Some of the demonstrations planned for the day include water tanker operations, vehicle rescue techniques and self-contained breathing apparatus operations. Attendees will be able to participate in the hands-on use of fire extinguishers and the operation of hoses against a simulated fire. Younger guests will be able to tour the company’s fire apparatus and the equipment carried on board.

During the day there will be presentations on search and rescue which will show children and adults how to avoid becoming lost while in the outdoors and how to make yourself more easily found if you do become lost.

There are entertainment activities planned for the younger folks and free hot dogs and refreshments for all. There will be drawings held for household fire extinguishers and other items.

PFTVFC1 is an all-volunteer organization and is always looking for qualified folks to volunteer for roles as firefighters, fire police, support personnel and junior firefighters. Junior firefighters are taken from ages 16 through 18 and are allowed to participate in training sessions, classes and drills.

The intention of the junior firefighter program is to provide participants with adequate training to prepare them for probationary firefighter status once they reach age 18.

Donations to help defray the cost of equipment and operations will be accepted.

More information can be found at www.pennforestfire.com.