Welcome to the OCVFA Youth Programs Page!

The CNY Youth Fire/EMS Weekend was held from July 17-19, 2026 at the Fairmount Training Center in Syracuse, NY. This event, co-sponsored by OCVFA, FASNY, and CNYFA, brought young people, ages 13-18 with different levels of experience, and trainers from around the state together to actively participate in fire and EMS related activities for this three-day event. Junior Firefighters, RAMS, Fire Cadets, and Explorers in full turnout gear trained with ladders, charged hoses, in smoke-filled rooms, and in simulated “hoarders houses.”  Youth were certified in “Stop the Bleed” and fire equipment-related games and relay races allowed everyone, young and old, the opportunity to get to know each other at a deeper level and set the tone for trusting and supporting each other. This weekend event was the first of its kind in NYS and was considered a great success by all who attended from the across the county, region, and state! Way to go, Everyone!!!