This holiday, recruits from the DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement (DOCARE) Academy Program collected more than 80 new toys, books and games for the annual Toys for Tots toy drive. Recruits and DOCARE staff donated one to two toys each, and also collected gifts through family members.

“We hope these small gestures can help to spread a little joy to local children and their families this holiday season,” says DOCARE Chief Jason Redulla in a press release.

The recruits started their training program, which includes courses in Administrative Justice, First Aid/CPR/AED, report writing, boating and PWC certifications, emergency vehicle operations, and defensive tactics, in August 2022 are set to graduate in March 2023.

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