For the past 31 years, the Kops-n-Kids organization has partnered with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, local fire departments, educators and community volunteers to provide a week-long summer day camp for boys and girls.  This camp provides kids with the opportunity to interact with positive role models, experience sports clinics and participate in gang resistance, violence prevention, gun avoidance and drug deterrence activities.

The camp began Monday, June 19, 2017 and ends today, Friday, June 23, 2017.  During this time, the Sacramento Police Department has joined 13 other law enforcement and public safety agencies as they take part in the 31st Annual, Kops-n-Kids Summer Camp.  This week-long camp was held at 9594 Kiefer Blvd (Rosemont High School) and started at 9:00 a.m. daily.  The camp provided 375 youths aged 8 to 12 with positive mentorship in a fun and safe environment.

This year, campers received an age appropriate version of iSmart, internet safety training.   CPR training was incorporated last year into the events program.  Campers learn how to provide lifesaving care through the use of hands-only CPR.   In addition to providing confidence-building opportunities, promoting teamwork, and building leadership skills, campers will be empowered with the ability to save lives in their communities.

Today, Friday, June 23, 2017 starting at 9:00 a.m., public safety agencies from around the region will be showcasing some of their specialized vehicles, equipment and personnel during the camp's Law Enforcement Day.  Coaches, wearing their law enforcement uniforms, will interact with campers in a carnival-style atmosphere.  Participants will be able to meet police canines and horses, take a photo on a police motorcycle, try on SWAT equipment, explore SWAT vehicles and Fire trucks, and participate in activities where they will work together as a team of investigators tasked with solving a crime.

For more information about this sold-out event and the Kops-n-Kids organization, visit http://kopsnkids.com