Fully Involved: GFBF First Responder Family Weekend
GSFA • November 3, 2023
Good morning!
Attached is the information for the upcoming Firefighter Family Weekend through our partnership with Camp Twin Lakes on November 17-19 at their Will-A-Way facility in Winder, GA.
Our intention is this program would allow firefighters and their families to experience a weekend of fun, rest, and connection with other first responder families. Family can be defined however someone chooses, whether it means parents/children, spouses, siblings, etc.
Registration is at https://bit.ly/firefighterfamwknd and feel free to provide my contact information for any questions!
PS: if your schedule allows, we would love for you/your family to attend the weekend😊.
Best,
McKenzy Williams, MSW
Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation
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