Hampton Lakes Explorers/Jr Firefighter Post 172 is looking for new members. This is for young men and women from ages 14 thru 21. Our Post was established 4yrs ago and has had great results in training young people in the fire service and in learning how to volunteer in our communities. We meet the 1st and 3rd Saturday evenings at 6pm. We are members of the Hampton Lakes Fire Company and are sponsored by the Boy Scouts of America. It is for both male and female youth. You don't have to become a firefighter to join, it is learning how to become a volunteer to help your neighbors and community. There is a place for everyone, you need no special qualifications to join just a desire to help. Please come join us on evening and see if it is something you might want to do and meet our young members and staff.  

Sunday, June 5, 2011  In total respect we honor the memory of Fred Hiittner Sr. who passed away 6-02-2011. Fred held many positions Chief, President, Treasurer, Trustee, he wore many hats thru the past 30 some years. He and his wife Gloria were the pillars of the Hampton Lakes Vol. Fire Co. for many years. He never hesitated to help the company or the community when called on. He will be forever missed and forever loved. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hiittner family and all those who lives were touched by him.    

Tuesday, August 31, 2010  The Environmental Protection Agency reports that the chemicals in many personal care and cleaning items used in the home are three times more likely to cause cancer than outside contaminants. The home environment may be responsible for 90 percent of cancers reported.

1. PFCs: Perfluorinated chemicals are specific chemicals used to create the nonstick coatings on many pans. When left to heat on the stove top with nothing in the pan, the PFCs can melt and be distributed into the air. PFCs can affect fertility in women and disrupt hormones in the body. Highly toxic to pet birds.

2. Cleaning supplies: If the cleaning product contains an extensive warning label or the obvious skull and crossbones symbol for poison it is likely full of noxious chemicals. using all-natual products or even common kitchen staples, such as vinegar and baking soda, to clean is healthier.

3. VOCs: That "new car smell" or the smell of carpeting or paint when one enters a home may signal newness and cleanliness. However, that distinct smell is actually the result of a number of building products off-gassing in the home. Open the windows and bring in plenty of green plants to improve the indoor air.

4. Radon: A colorless and odorless gas, radon is a natural substance that is found in soil and water. Highly prized granite countertops may also emit radon. A homeowner should test whether their home has an unusually high level of radon. You can get simple home test kits in your hardware stores.