About Face the Flame

The sun glints off a jet, the vehicle rolling slowly forward across the tarmac. Its engines aren't propelling it; rather, the pure power of 20 humans drags it along, inch by inch. This epic match of tug of war serves as the main attraction at Camp Fire Presents Just Plane Fun 2013, a yearly fundraiser for the youth-development organization.

In addition to its central man-versus-machine throw-down, the event also includes a family-fun festival complete with inflatable bounce houses, a silent auction with more than 100 items, and food vendors. Entertainers paint designs on kids' faces or twist and tie balloons into the shapes of kids' favorite animals or 1860s oil tycoons. All the event's proceeds benefit Camp Fire, helping them continue their mission to educate and entertain youths while helping them to tap into their leadership abilities and to appreciate their differences.