HILO, Hawaii - U.S. Army Pōhakuloa Training Area (PTA) firefighters and cultural resources staff participated in the Hawaii National Guard Youth Challenge Academy Career Day, September 23, 2023. PTA Army Civilians spoke to cadets about their career fields and skills and answered questions. PTA routinely engages with the community to foster positive relations, such as speaking at events, participating in parades and festivals and conducting service projects.

Pōhakuloa Training Area cultural resources staff educate Youth Challenge Academy cadet on environmental programs at PTA and the types of professions available as a government employee.

Pōhakuloa Training Area firefighters speak with Youth Challenge Academy cadets on what it takes to be a firefighter, training requirements and what it's like to be a firefighter.

Pōhakuloa Training Area firefighters speak with Youth Challenge Academy cadets on what it takes to be a firefighter, training requirements and what it's like to be a firefighter.