Our teens have finally completed a transformative journey this summer with the conclusion of Teen Trek 2025!
Teen Trek 2025 took place over several weeks, with teens from Clubs across Palm Beach County traveling to different businesses to get first-hand knowledge from industry professionals. The teens visited all different types of industries from travel to dental and everything in between!
At Palm Beach International Airport, these teens not only learned about exciting careers within the flight and travel industry, but also about how the fire and police departments play their roles in keeping the airport employees and travelers safe.
The visit began by traveling across the tarmac to the onsite fire station where the teens got an up-close look at the planes along the way! While a part of Palm Beach County Fire Rescue, this station is unique in the fact that it operates solely for the airport. The firefighters shared insights into the differences between their day-to-day tasks versus a fire station not located at an airport. They even shared stories about having to treat shark bite victims who arrived at PBI from the Bahamas! The teens then had a thrilling experience when they took a ride on the fire engines!
The fun did not stop there; the teens then traveled to Terminal C where the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit was waiting for a demonstration. First, the teens were able to see how certain K-9’s are trained to detect explosives within luggage. In addition, PBSO therapy dogs were in attendance and the teens learned how these dogs can bring comfort to anxious travelers.
The morning wrapped up with a tour of Terminal C, where the teens learned about everything that goes into making sure an airport runs smoothly. Aside from operations, they also gained knowledge about how PBI incorporates the local community into their décor and entertainment. From an indoor putting green to an art exhibit featuring local artists, this airport is proud of its roots.
This visit to Palm Beach International Airport was an amazing opportunity to spark new career aspirations they may not have thought about before. We are deeply grateful to Palm Beach International Airport and all the other local businesses who participated in Teen Trek 2025 for opening their doors to our Club teens. These experiences have inspired them in many ways, and we cannot wait to watch these talented young people start creating their Great Futures!
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