Published on June 9, 2025 11:08 am
Last Updated on June 9, 2025 11:08 am
Promoting a Vision for Effingham County (PAVE), in partnership with Lake Land College, has announced a Touch A Truck event at the Effingham Park District’s Adventure Camp on Thursday, June 12.
100+ campers, ranging from kindergarten through sixth grade, will have the unique opportunity to get up close and personal with a wide variety of vehicles and equipment. This hands-on experience is designed to inspire curiosity and spark interest in careers in transportation, logistics, emergency response, and skilled trades.
Campers will get to touch, see, and explore an exciting variety of vehicles and simulators, including:
- Semi-truck and trailer
- Box truck
- Forklift
- Dually pickup with box trailer
- Drag car
- Go-karts
- Effingham Fire Truck
- Effingham Police Car
- Air Evac Helicopter
- National Guard Medium Tactical Vehicle
- Rural Med Ambulance
In addition to the live vehicle showcase, students will also interact with a forklift simulator and a farming simulator, offering an immersive experience that combines fun with career exploration.
“This event is a great way to connect kids with a wide array of vehicles and the people that keep our community running,” said Courtney Yockey, a spokesperson for PAVE. “We’re excited to work with Lake Land College and local partners to bring this interactive experience to Adventure Camp.”
For more information about the Touch A Truck Event, please contact the Effingham Regional Growth Alliance.
