The Valley Regional Fire Authority hosts its annual Scout Night at the Fire Station on Wednesday, Nov. 13.

Scouting and adventure groups from the Algona, Auburn and Pacific area are invited to join the VRFA from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Lakeland Hills Station 33, 500 182nd Ave. E., Auburn.

The evening includes a tour of the fire station, fire safety, basic first aid training, AED awareness, pet safety, cooking safety, knot tying, water safety, forensics and information on how to be prepared for a disaster.

Scouts and their leaders can attend any or all of the 12 learning stations. Firefighters and guest instructors from the Auburn Police Department, King County E-911, Auburn Valley Humane Society and the City of Auburn Emergency Management Division will provide information on forensics, how and when to call 911, learning dog and cat behavior and disaster preparedness.

Other stations will include activities on how to make their homes safe, change the batteries and test their smoke alarms, treat minor injuries, tie knots, and how to design and practice a home fire escape plan. They will also learn about Automated External Defibrillators (AED), tips for cooking safely and see firsthand the tools and equipment used by firefighters while learning more about a career in the fire service.

During the year the VRFA receives dozens of requests for station tours from local scouting groups. Consolidating all the needs of the scouts into a single event has proven to be a better experience for both the scouts and VRFA staff.

“Scout Night offers a more in-depth learning experience for the scouts combined with a fun evening at the fire station,” said Deputy Fire Chief Dave Larberg.

This event is open to all scout, youth explorer and adventure groups. To register in advance and ask questions about the event, contact Public Information & Education Officers, Kelly Hawks at 253-288-5882 or Kimberly Terhune at 253-288-5881 or by email at Public.Info@vrfa.org.