McKee Scout Reservation

Those that were at the McKee Scout Reservation on Saturday, April 10, 2010 saw Montgomery County fire trucks, and a long line of trucks from the Kentucky Division of Forestry on our roads. If they looked to the South, they could also see a column of smoke rising beyond the tree line.

We had not called either one, they had been contacted by the Powell County Fire Department, and told of a fire in Powell County with the potential to move in our direction.

The fire was actually on Pilot Knob in the Pilot Knob State Nature Preserve, where it burned several acres from the South slope, around the West side to the North slope of the knob. The fire burned most of the day on Saturday and into the afternoon on Sunday.

While the Montgomery County Fire Department wasn't needed, the speed and strength of their response was greatly appreciated. They are a well trained, professional department, that takes great pride in protecting the interests of the county's residence. They are a class act.

As are the crews from the Kentucky Division of Forestry. They responded with crews from Irvine, and Morehead. They stuck with the fire all day Saturday and the Irvine crew was there Sunday, until it was out. If there was ever a candidate for the "Dirty Jobs" show, forest fire fighting is it. They work miserable hours, on weekends, holidays, birthdays and anniversaries, in hot, smokey conditions, wearing heavy protective clothing, carrying all their gear and supplies for miles up and down mountains and ravines. Then, when the fire is out, and they're tired, hungry and thirsty, they have to walk back out. Sounds like fun...where do I sign up?

We would like to express our gratitude to all the firefighters, county, city, state, and federal, that protect our property and forests. They are all greatly appreciated.

Thanks guys.

We are specifically looking for adult staff (21 or older) to fill director positions;

Off Camp Adventure Program Director (at least 21)
Off Camp Adventure Program Instructor (at least 18)

We have filled the final Staff positions for the 2010 Summer Camp, but we are still considering applications for CITs. If you will be at least 14 years old by June 6, 2010, and are looking for a fun filled, challenging week or two, contact the Blue Grass Council;

If you have a PDF reader, you can view/print the 2010 Staff application HERE.

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