On June 16, 2012 from 10AM-2PM, Peyton Fire Protection District celebrated with food and events, their 25th Anniversary, as a Fire Protection District in El Paso County, Colorado, USA. This was also the fire department's Annual Community Barbecue. The event was held at Peyton Elementary School, located at 13550 Bradshaw Road. The Community of Peyton started with a Volunteer Fire Department back in 1955. Merrill Weeks was the Founder. In 1988, the Community formed Peyton Fire Protection District. Current Peyton Fire Chief, Chuck Omdahl, was telling me that he was very pleased with the amount of people that attended the celebration. Some of the participants at this event were a K-9 Unit and motorcycle unit with El Paso County Sheriffs Office, Memorial Star medical transport helicopter, El Paso County Sheriffs Office Dispatch with their remote control operated vehicle and bear. Also there was the crew with Pikes Peak Fire Rehab Units doing the grilling, cooking, and serving. The Peyton Fire Explorers were there offering a raffle, with a chance to win many prizes, including Wal-Mart and Macy's gift certificates. See more on Peyton Fire Explorers Post 1988 at: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Peyton-Fire-Explorers-Post-1988/131278083561215 Falcon Fire Department had their fire engine on display. American Medical Response was there with a crew and ambulance. Personnel from Rock Solid Chiropractic were also there. A dunking booth was operated with Peyton Chief Omdahl in the hot seat. This provided many with entertainment as the children tested their skills with hitting the target to dunk the Chief. And for the younger children, the bounce house provided a way to jump off that extra energy. It was a fun and enjoyable time for family, friends, and members of the community. As a former Volunteer Fire Fighter with Peyton, it was great to see everyone! Find Peyton Fire on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Peyton-Fire-Protection-District/223985620975889