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HERricane: Escambia 2026

HERricane: Escambia 2026 Applications Now Open

Applications for HERricane: Escambia 2026 are now open. The four-day-long summer camp will be held June 23-26, 2026. Escambia County Emergency Management invites girls entering 7th, 8th and 9th grades to participate in the HERricane: Escambia 2026 program. The deadline to apply for HERricane: Escambia 2026 is Friday, April 24.

Note: Applicants for HERricane: Escambia must reside in Escambia County. Applicants who live outside Escambia County may be considered for camp enrollment depending on the number of applications received. 

How to Apply

  • Download and complete an application. Applications can also be picked up from the Escambia County Public Safety building, located at 6575 N. "W" St. in Pensacola.
  • Submit a completed application by the Friday, April 24 deadline. Applications may be submitted via email to [email protected], mailed to Escambia County Public Safety, 6575 N. “W” St, Pensacola, FL 32505, or dropped off in person at the same address, Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Note: Applications for HERricane must be filled out by hand using a blue or black ink pen and should not be completed by a parent/guardian. 

What is HERricane?

HERricane is a girls’ summer camp to help rethink and improve outreach and engagement around emergency preparedness. This camp is a part of the movement to empower women and bring greater diversity to the emergency management profession and allied fields. We have a responsibility to our community and our colleagues to improve emergency management as a discipline, and programs like HERricane can help move that needle. 

The HERricane program was launched in Arlington, Va. in 2017 and has expanded throughout the United States since then. HERricane empowers women to pursue careers and leadership roles in emergency management through a week-long “camp,” and includes long-term professional development opportunities. Its mission is to develop and elevate women as leaders in emergency management and related careers while expanding the image of these professions as a positive force for improving public safety and government. 

How to Donate or Become a Sponsor of HERricane: Escambia 2026

HERricane is free to campers because of the generosity of our donors and sponsors!

In 2025, campers received breakfast, lunch and snacks throughout the day. In addition, campers received backpacks, disaster kit items, and goody bags, participated in self-defense classes, learned money management, and so much more. Thanks to the support of our sponsors, all of these items and experiences were provided at no cost to the campers.

Would you like to become a sponsor of HERricane Escambia 2026? To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, email [email protected].

View the Community Partner Donor Guide here.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How many girls attend camp?

    • Camp will be held June 23–26, 2026. There are 20 spots available in HERricane Escambia. This allows us to provide a low student-to-instructor ratio and high quality mentorship.

    What does my donation pay for?

    • Materials, programming fees, equipment, meals, and camp expenses. Due to all camp staff and counselors volunteering their time, no part of your donation covers administrative fees or staff salaries.

    Who are the camp staff and mentors?

    • The program is planned and staffed by members of Escambia County Emergency Management, Department of Public Safety, Department of Library Services, and Department of Health, and includes volunteers from the Escambia County emergency response professional community at large.
    • Our mentors and speakers/instructors are handpicked by the HERricane Escambia Advisory Board. These include, but are not limited to, the Pensacola Fire Chief, Escambia County Fire Rescue, Escambia County EMS, Escambia County Communications, Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, and many more. Because of our dedicated volunteers, the mentor/student ratio is 1:1.

    Can I donate food, printing, or other materials?

    • Absolutely! We accept in-kind donations from a variety of restaurants, service providers, and vendors.

    Is my donation tax deductible?

    • Yes! Be Ready Alliance Coordinating for Emergencies is a 501(c)(3).

    I have other questions!

    In Memory of Tamika Williams, 2024 HERricane Advisory Board Member

    HERricane Advisory Board

    • Scottlin Wilson, Program Manager
    • Kelly Goad
    • Shandra Jenkins
    • Christal Bell-Rivera
    • Vanessa Phillips
    HERricane is FREE thanks to our donors and sponsors!
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