Applications available for annual FMPD law camp
The Fort Myers Police Department is now accepting applications for the 20 year anniversary of the Annual Respect for Law Camp, which is scheduled for June 19-21 at Dunbar Middle School, 4750 Winkler Avenue Extension, Fort Myers.
The goal of the camp is to give youngsters an up-close look at law enforcement. By doing that, the police department hopes to build respect for the law and enhance the child’s self-esteem. The staff members of the camp are various state and local law enforcement personnel and guest speakers. Highlights for the 2009 camp include live police scenarios, SWAT demonstrations, K9 demonstrations, mass casualty simulations, police/fire obstacle courses, hands-on equipment displays and team building activities.
The three-day, two-night Respect for Law Camp is open to children ages 11-14. Enrollment in the camp is limited to the first 120 campers to apply. The cost is $50 and includes all instruction, food, and lodging. To register, an application must be completed with a check or money order attached (made out to “Respect for Law Camp”). Children from throughout Southwest Florida are welcome to apply.
Applications are available at the Fort Myers Police Department, any middle school in the City of Fort Myers also online at www.RespectForLaw.net. The deadline is June 5. Applications also can be mailed or faxed by calling 239-321-7688. Additional information also is available at that same telephone number.
The FMPD, city of Fort Myers Fire Services, Lee County Emergency Medical Services and the Optimist Club of Lee County sponsor the camp.