Back row from left to right; Matthew Petrik, Mike Petrik, Al Kocmich, Brady Petrik, Dustin Brandt and David Lane. Front row from left to right; Nick Jager, Jarod Myer, Robin Myer, Brian Janssen, Kevin Tjeerdsma and Casey Sassaman. Several volunteer firefighters from Avon spent the weekend at South Dakota State Fire School in Fort Pierre. Thursday night they took part in Water Fights. Friday they attended several classes to sharpen their knowledge. Friday evening they competed in Evolutions while their loved ones cheered them on. Saturday, they attended more classes and enjoyed time with their wives and families. Photo by Jenna Hemenway. More photos on page 7.

Husband and wife, Robin and Jarod Myer pose for a photo after evolutions.

Brady Petrik, Brian Janssen and Matthew Petrik.

Mike Petrik and son's Brady Petrik and Matthew Petrik.

Casey Sassaman, Dustin Brandt and David Lane.

Nick Jager.

Dustin Brandt and Jarod Myer compete in the water fights.

Dustin Brandt. Photos by Jenna Hemenway