Applications Open for Emergency Services Exploration Series

Applications are now open for the 2026 Emergency Services Exploration Series (ESES), a community program offered by the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office.

ESES is an educational series designed for Larimer County residents, students, and business owners. Participants will learn about LCSO's involvement in wildland fire, disaster response, search and rescue, and emergency medical operations. During this highly interactive program, attendees will have a chance to participate in scenarios, explore vehicles and equipment, connect with experts in the field, and more.

The 2026 program will be held over two weekends: October 17-18 and November 14-15. Classes will be held at the Emergency Services building from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participants are asked to attend all four classes (barring emergencies). Each week will include different topics, tools, and demonstrations, all presented by staff and local volunteers who do this work year round.

Each class day will cover different topics, tools, and demonstrations, all presented by LCSO staff and local rescue volunteers. This is not a certification program, but it will give participants firsthand perspective into the work of these teams. Topics include:

• Wildland firefighting
• Fire mitigation
• Search and rescue
• Dive rescue
• Backcountry ski rescue
• Unmanned aerial systems (drones)
• Field medical care

Space is limited; applicants will be notified in early October about whether they have been accepted into the Fall 2026 program. The fee for ESES is $20, which will go to our local volunteer search and rescue organizations. Once accepted, applicants may pay by cash, credit card, or check.

To learn more and apply, visit https://www.larimer.gov/sheriff/support-services/emergency-services/eses.