The Hillcrest CFA swapped hoses for bows, water for arrows and fire for targets during a night out at the archery on Wednesday 16 July.
Hosted by the Yarra Valley Archery Park, the brigade took the team out for some fun to change up its regular Wednesday night training routine.
The night offered a great opportunity for team building for the brigade.
“Last Wednesday night, training saw Hillcrest Fire Brigade swap fire trucks for targets as we took aim at a team night out at the Yarra Valley Archery Park,” the Hillcrest CFA said in a Facebook post.
“Turns out, lining up a perfect shot with a bow has a lot in common with handling a hose under pressure — focus, control, and not accidentally hitting your teammate.
“Don’t worry, everyone survived… barely,” Hillcrest CFA joked in its post.
As the brigade members tested their skills at the range, they all quickly learnt who had the natural talent.
“There were some natural marksmen among us, and a few who might want to stick to the firetruck.”
The Yarra Valley Archery Park hosted the brigade and said it was a delight to have the local firefighters there.
“Thanks guys for all you do for our community. It was an absolute pleasure to have you at our facility, great night,” Yarra Valley Archery Park commented on the post.
The Hillcrest CFA said the night provided a well deserved break from the exhausting duties of a firefighter.
“But either way, it was a night full of laughs, a bit of friendly competition, and some much needed time off the tools.”
It thanked the Yarra Valley Archery Park for making the night “an absolute hit”.
“We’ll definitely be back, maybe with flaming arrows next time… just kidding,” the Hillcrest CFA said.
