FRS is now officially offering ride-alongs again! To sign up, fill out the form here on the website.Ride-Alongs are a great way to see what its like to be a first responder in the community, and can help you decide if EMS is something that's right for you!

We also have new training programs coming up soon, the new EMT course dates are up, and there are still spots available!
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This week, the Fredericksburg Rescue Squad installed three new officers.

Due to commitments with their careers, family, and school for certification upgrades, our previous Training Lieutenant, Special Events Lieutenant, and Public Information Officer needed to step-down from these offices. However, they will continue their commitment to the City of Fredericksburg by staffing 911 response ambulances.

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At a recent meeting, we had the pleasure to award Life Membership to our secretary, chaplain, and board member Sandy Holland.

Life Membership in the Fredericksburg Rescue Squad is quite an achievement. To do so, for 10 years Sandy volunteered a minimum of 32 hours every month on the ambulance, responding to 911 calls for service. But for Sandy, this was not enough; she has also served as our ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Fredericksburg Rescue Squad was pleased to again be a part of the annual Kids' Expo at the Fredericksburg Expo Center this Saturday and Sunday. We had one of our ambulances there, and gave tours to over 2000 children who were so excited to see the inside and all the equipment that we use.

Our crews that worked the event had a wonderful time meeting the kids and parents of the Fredericksburg ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Fredericksburg Rescue Squad will be hosting an EMT class, starting on February 17th.

The course fee will include the training, Virginia testing fee, polo shirt, book, online book access, practice tests, and study tools. FRS members' fees will be covered by the squad, dependent on successful completion of all requirements for certification. For non-members, the cost is $1700.

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It was a chilly morning, but the dedicated runners were out in force, enjoying the blue skies and brisk air as they made their way from Old Mill Park, through the streets of Fredericksburg, and back to the finish line.

And the Fredericksburg Rescue Squad was there, standing by to assist and treat any injuries or medical concerns that may occur. We were also out in force; we had two medic units, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Each year, the City of Fredericksburg celebrates the Christmas season with a fantastic parade. Local businesses, charities, youth organizations, and schools are some of the participants that make this an event that is not to be missed!

We were pleased and excited to participate again this year. Not only did we man a first aid station and a transport ambulance, but we also were IN the parade! It ... (Full Story & Photos)

One of our favorite traditions is staffing a standby emergency response ambulance and bike team for the YMCA Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving mornings.

Our volunteers get up early and come on down to watch all the dedicated runners of all ages make their way from James Monroe High School, around the historic residential area, and back to the finish line. As always, we had a wonderful time participating, ... (Full Story & Photos)