Camp Cadet is a summer camp for boys and girls from Pennsylvania between the ages of twelve to fifteen. The camp is held at various locations throughout the State and staffed by Troopers, local police officers and many other volunteers. The goal of Camp Cadet is to introduce participants to the diverse criminal justice system and establish a positive relationship with law enforcement personnel.

Camp Cadet is open to all youth and is structured similar to training at the police academy. All participants who attend camp cadet are addressed as “Cadet” during the week. Cadets are required to participate in all scheduled events. The camp focuses on discipline, self-esteem, teamwork, drug and alcohol education, violence prevention and many other issues facing today’s youth.

Kuhl Hose participated again this year.  We set up our Kids “Water Battle” rig, and the fun began.  The Cadet’s competed as while building their team work skills.  After the team competitions the Cadets were told to sit on the ground facing away from the fire engine while waiting for their next assignment.  It was fun time for the Troopers and advisors.  The Cadets were given a shower using the deck gun and fog nozzle.  Their “shower for the day.”