The Metropolitan Fire Association is a federally registered not for profit corporation established in 1976. We were the first fire explorer post in the nation with our own fire apparatus and have become the model for other Explorer Posts around the country. One our most important goals to create a better understanding of Fire Safety & Fire Prevention.

The Explorers name has been changed to Venture Post, which now accepts male and female members between the ages of 14 through 18 years of age and adults 18 or older. Some of the events the Venture post youths train in are fundamentals of firefighting, law, CPR, first-aid, and emergency preparedness, they also participate in parades, musters and special events in addition to preparing for civil service exams. All training and events are supervised by fully trained adults.

Help youth boost self-confidence and experience success at school and work.

To teach the youths ethics which will help them make proper choices in life.

To give the youth of today alternatives to the street and the troubles it brings.

To create a Program which can lead to a career in firefighting, law enforcement, or medicine.

Please also sign up for our Capital One card! With every card signed up Metropolitan Fire Association

receives $50 and for every purchase we get 1% back. This would really help to raise funds for edcuational equipment for our explorers!