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The Frederick County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association
wantsYOU to GEAR UP
Would you like to make a difference in your town?
Being a volunteer member is a
great way to contribute!
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Frederick County High School Work Based Learning Internship
Member Joyce Shry, March 05
The Frederick County Fire & Rescue Services Internship Program is offered to high school students by Frederick County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Services. Interested high school students must be at least 16 years of age, a member of a volunteer fire/rescue company AND pass a Frederick County Fire Department physical. If you are not currently a volunteer, we will gladly assist you in this process.
Our ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Frederick County Volunteer Fire & Rescue to Hold Association Annual Awards Recognition Ceremony
Member Joyce Shry, April 10
FREDERICK, MD -- The Frederick County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Association and Ladies Auxiliary will hold their 31st Annual Awards Ceremony on Monday, April 15, 2024. The event will be held at the Walkersville Volunteer Fire Company located at 79 West Frederick Street in Walkersville, MD, beginning at 7:00 p.m.
This ceremony is to recognize the dedicated men and women of the Frederick County Volunteer ... (Full Story & Photos)
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FCVFRA 2022 Hall of Fame Members
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April is National Volunteer Month
Member Joyce Shry, April 08
National Volunteer month in the United States takes place in the month of April. Volunteering is still instilled at a young age within our country. Most organizations within our towns, counties and state would not function without volunteers. In many families, volunteerism is handed down for many generations.
Many fire and rescue departments remain staffed due to the efforts of volunteers. Although ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Volunteers Wanted
Member Joyce Shry, April 08
Looking for something to do this summer?
Are you at least 16 years of age?
Would you like to learn skills to add to your resume?
Stop by and check out Gear Up!
This is a great opportunity to learn about volunteering with Frederick County Volunteer Fire and Rescue.
We need You! We are Neighbors helping Neighbors. Your community needs you.
Gear Up today!... (Full Story & Photos)
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Volunteers needed why?
Member Joyce Shry, April 05
Volunteers make up 67 percent of our nation’s fire service, protecting communities from hazards of all kinds. Small and rural communities are especially dependent on volunteers to provide emergency services. The services donated annually by volunteer firefighters in the U.S. are worth approximately $46.7 billion. Without those donated services, many communities would be unable to provide emergency ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Volunteer
Member Joyce Shry, March 14
People volunteer because they care about their community and want to give back.
Volunteers are able to see the difference they make in other people's lives whether that be helping them in life threatening situations or just educating them on how to better take care of themselves or others they are helping. One of the most critical responsibilities is assessing the medical needs of the sick or injured. ... (Full Story & Photos)
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A day in the life of a volunteer firefighter
Member Joyce Shry, February 16
Our volunteers are priceless. Even though we are a combination system, without volunteers you probably would not receive the services you do today. Remember, when you call 9-1-1, it is probably one of the worse days of your life.
We encourage you to volunteer with us. We offer free training. We offer volunteer incentives. We offer an array of great career opportunities due to learning specialized ... (Full Story & Photos)
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