The Nederland Fire Department Auxiliary hosted a National Night Out on August 2, 2022. It was a time to meet the Nederland firefighters and build neighborhood camaraderie. The kids enjoyed getting into a fire truck, getting their faces painted and playing at Chipeta Park.

A representative from the Town of Nederland’s Parks, Recreation, & Open Space Advisory Board was also there talking to folks. Live music was enjoyed.

National Night Out is a time when community members and first responders can build positive relationships with each other without the stress of an emergency going on. It is a time for kids to meet firefighters and see the trucks up close so maybe they will not seem so scary if they ever have to encounter them in a stressful situation.

It was a relaxing summer evening with a wonderful community spirit vibe.

The Nederland Fire Department is currently looking for volunteers. If you are interested you can read more about it on their website at www.nfpd.org.

Community came to the National Night Out Left; Fire Marshal Andrew Joslin and his daughter share a hug at the National Night Out event in Nederland. Right; Many kids came to the event and had their faces painted, played with a giant beach ball, met Nederland’s firefighters and enjoyed each other’s company at Chipeta Park. See story page 16,17, 32.[/caption]