Awareness and personal protection classes are on the curriculum at the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office.

Situational awareness and the proper response are the topics when “Take Care … Be Aware” class convenes at 5:30-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Sheriff’s Office, 63333 W. U.S. Highway 20, Bend. Registration begins at 5:15 p.m. The cost is free.

The class is open to citizens ages 15 and older, although participants 17 and younger must be accompanied by an adult, according to the Sheriff’s Office.