News

-: Nov, 2024 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Donates Vehicle to Lake of the Woods Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company

OWL’s Board of Directors unanimously approved to donate the department’s 2014 Ford Police Interceptor to Lake of the Woods Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company. It was used first as a ...

-: Sep, 2024 / Rebecca Barnes

OWL VFD Introduces a Free Library in Honor of Chief Michael Clark

This week, the Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Fire Department (OWL VFD) proudly introduces its newest community feature: a Little Free Library dedicated to Assistant Chief Michael Clark. ...

-: Aug, 2024 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Supports PWCFRS Pop-Up Event

On Saturday, August 24, OWL visited Rockledge Elementary School to support Prince William County Fire & Rescue System’s (PWCFRS) Pop-Up Event to educate the community on important fire ...

-: Aug, 2024 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Supports Community Outreach at Veterans Memorial Park

By actively participating in and organizing community events and educational programs, OWL volunteers not only raise awareness about fire safety and prevention but also foster a sense of ...

-: Aug, 2024 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Auxiliary Spotlight: Giving Back to OWL Volunteers

OWL members and their families recently enjoyed an evening watching the Fredericksburg Nationals take on the Delmarva Shoreboards. Tickets to the game were paid for by the OWL Auxiliary. ...

-: Aug, 2024 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Member Spotlight: Braden Dasher Earns Lead EMT Position

OWL Operational Volunteer, Braden Dasher, has completed the department’s requirements to become a Lead Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Dasher joined OWL in April 2022 as a junior ...

-: Jul, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Boat Crew Provides Support for Island Concert

On the evening of July 27, OWL members staffed Boat 502 for the Annual Rock Island Party. This unique event is a concert, but attendees enjoy the show from their […]

-: Jul, 2024 / Melissa Payne

Biking on the Road: Safety Tips and Legal Guidelines

When you’re biking on the road, did you know that you’re considered a motorist? This means you must follow the same rules of the road as other motorists. Here are […]

-: Jul, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Shares UV Safety Tips

Whether you are outdoors for fun or work, staying protected from the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays is always important. UV light is an invisible radiation produced by the sun, tanning […]

-: Jul, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Life Member Volunteers at Wolf Trap

OWL’s certified and experienced members often find unique opportunities to use their skills. Life Member Jeff Scheulen’s volunteer service at Wolf Trap National Park for the ...