Lone Pine Firefighters Announce 1st Annual Dakota Ensminger Firefighter’s Picnic

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
7/15/2025

Lone Pine Firefighters Announce 1st Annual Dakota Ensminger Firefighter’s Picnic 

Lone Pine, CA – The Lone Pine Firefighter’s Association is proud to invite the community to the 1st Annual  Dakota Ensminger Firefighter’s Picnic on Saturday, July 19th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Spainhower Park in  Lone Pine.

This exciting new event celebrates community, service, and the memory of one of our own. Come meet your  local volunteer firefighters and EMTs, enjoy delicious food, and take part in fun activities for all ages!

Event Highlights Include:

• Live Fire & EMS Demonstrations
• Tri-Tip Dinners and Refreshments for Sale
• 50/50 Raffle and Prize Raffles
• Kids’ Activities: Rock painting, face painting, water balloon games, capture the flag, and dunk tank  fun!
• Cool Off with the Crew: Bring your family and enjoy a splash with your local fire department.

All proceeds from the event benefit the Lone Pine Firefighter’s Association, which supports training,  equipment, and outreach for our volunteer department. The event is open to all ages. Everyone is welcome!

“Dakota was very passionate about our community and worked very hard for years organizing public events  for our department. Bringing our community together in Dakota’s name is a meaningful way to strengthen the  bond between our department and the people we serve while honoring his vision,” said Captain Seiter, Public  Information Officer for the Lone Pine Fire Protection District. “It’s going to be a great evening. Fun, food, lots  of water, and a chance to get to know our neighbors.”

For more information about the Lone Pine Fire Protection District and its services, visit www.lonepinefire.org or follow us on Facebook or Instagram @lonepinefire 

About the Lone Pine Fire Protection District 

Founded in 1964, the Lone Pine Fire Protection District provides critical fire and emergency medical services  to the town of Lone Pine, neighboring communities, and the towns of Keeler and Darwin. The district’s area of  responsibility spans US Highway 395 from Ash Creek in the South to George Creek in the North, as well as  Highways 136 and 190. Staffed by dedicated volunteer firefighters and EMTs, the department operates under  the guiding motto, “Strength, Honor, and Compassion,” ensuring the highest level of service and care to its  community.

News Staff