Okolona Fire Protection District

The Okolona Fire Protection District offers an exciting behind-the-scenes look at a working fire station that captivates young firefighter fans. Kids get hands-on experiences exploring real fire trucks, learning about firefighter gear, and discovering important fire safety lessons from friendly local heroes who serve their community.

• ✓Sitting inside real fire trucks and ambulances
• ✓Trying on authentic firefighter helmets and gear
• ✓Learning Stop, Drop, and Roll and other fire safety techniques
• ✓Meeting real firefighters and hearing about their heroic work
• ✓Seeing specialized equipment like hoses, axes, and rescue tools up close

1. 1.Call ahead to schedule your tour as firefighters may be out on emergency calls and availability varies
2. 2.Visit during weekday mornings when stations are typically less busy and firefighters have more time for demonstrations
3. 3.Bring a camera,kids love getting photos sitting in the driver's seat of a real fire truck
4. 4.Ask about touching the fire pole and seeing where firefighters sleep during overnight shifts
5. 5.Consider bringing a small thank-you card or drawing for the firefighters to show appreciation for their service

Weekday mornings between 10am-11am are ideal, when firefighters have completed morning duties but before lunch. Avoid late afternoons when emergency calls tend to increase and crews are preparing for shift changes.

Educational tours are FREE, making this an excellent budget-friendly outing. Call ahead to confirm tour availability as the station is a working facility with firefighters responding to emergencies.

Available year-round, though October (Fire Prevention Week) often features special programming. Summer months may be busier with camp groups, so calling ahead is especially important during June-August.

Head to Chick-fil-A (5 minutes north on Preston Hwy) for a quick, reliably kid-friendly meal with a play area, or try Cracker Barrel just down the road for comfort food in a family-friendly atmosphere.