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Camp Molly will be held June 1 - 4, 2023 at the Thamesford Fire Station, Township of Zorra.

Applications for Camp Molly Zorra will open on March 1, 2023. Stay tuned for more information.

Welcome to Camp Molly Zorra!

Zorra Fire & Emergency Services is with the support of surrounding Oxford County Fire Departments to present this unique opportunity for 30 young women aged 15 to 18 years to learn what it’s like to have a career in the fire services – beyond fire suppression.

Watch this Camp Molly video for a glimpse of what to expect. 

The health and safety of participants and staff is our key priority and we are committed to taking all necessary steps to ensure participants' safety. Camp Molly follows the direction and guidance of Southwestern Public Health Unit and will ensure all applicable COVID-19 protocols are in place including wearing of masks and physical distancing, as necessary.

Camp Molly News Release
Click here to read the news release from Chief Kirwin announcing the launch of Camp Molly Zorra 2023!
Are you ready to attend Camp Molly?

This camp will provide young women who may not have considered the possibility of pursuing a career in the fire services with an introduction into various career opportunities available, including:

  • Fire suppression
  • Training
  • Communications
  • Fire prevention
  • Fire investigations
  • Public education
  • Public information and media relations
  • Fire Code enforcement

Participants will also have an opportunity to perform many firefighting tasks, including:

  • Basic firefighting skills
  • Catching fire hydrants
  • Managing hose lines
  • Live fire demonstrations
  • Personal protective equipment orientation
  • Use of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
  • Search and rescue operations
  • Auto extrication rescues
  • Use of aerial and ground ladders
  • Forcible entry procedures
  • Go water rescue
  • Combat Challenge competition
Minimum Qualifications
To qualify to attend Camp Molly you must:
  • identify as female, aged 15 to 18 years old on July 13, 2023,
  • be a resident of the Municipality of the Township of Zorra and/or surrounding area, 
  • be in good physical condition and have a positive attitude,
  • be able to supply your own CSA safety footwear (all other personal protective equipment will be supplied to the participants),
  • be able to provide your own transportation to and from Zorra Fire and Emergency Services Thamesford Station, 682820 Road 68, Thamesford,
  • possess a valid provincial Health Card prior to June 1, 2023 - the first day of Camp Molly,
  • complete the online application form before the application deadline, which includes a typed essay (no more than 500 words) describing why you would like to attend the camp this year and what qualities you believe someone in the fire service should possess,
and, 
  • be committed to attend all Camp Molly activities and required dates as follows:
    • gear fitting (date TBD) - Allow yourself a 30-minute period to size your required firefighting gear anytime between 4:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. (Located at ZFES Station 2, 682820 Road 68, Thamesford),
    • orientation and station tour (date TBD) - (Located at ZFES Station 2, 682820 Road 68, Thamesford),
    • Camp dates – June 1 to 4, 2023 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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If you have questions about Camp Molly or would like more information, please contact Chief Deanna Kirwin at 519-485-2490 ext 7240 or click here to email Chief Kirwin.  

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