community service – O.W.L. Volunteer Fire Department

-: Apr, 2026 / Melaina Lewis

Celebrating a Milestone: Riley Gardner Graduates from Arlington County Fire Department

OWL VFD is proud to recognize Firefighter/EMT Riley Gardner on a major accomplishment—his graduation from the Arlington County Fire Department. This achievement marks an exciting new chapter in ...

-: Dec, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

Celebrating Excellence: OWLVFD Members Graduate from PWC FRS Volunteer Recruit Class

OWLVFD is proud to celebrate the graduation of the Prince William County Fire & Rescue System (PWC FRS) Volunteer Recruit Class, a significant milestone for our department and the members ...

-: Jul, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

Excellence in Action: OWL Members Achieve Major Milestones in Fire and EMS Training

At OWL Volunteer Fire Department, we celebrate not just the calls we answer, but the dedication, training, and personal growth of the people who answer them. Our members are constantly […]

-: May, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

Wheels & Waves: Josh Hill Expands His Role at OWL VFD

OWL VFD proudly celebrates Josh Hill for completing all requirements to become an Ambulance Driver! To achieve this milestone, members undergo Emergency Vehicle Driver Training (EVDT) ...

-: May, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

From Junior Member to Lifelong Commitment: Jared “Pebbles” Lawrence’s Story

Not everyone grows up dreaming of joining the fire service. For Jared “Pebbles” Lawrence, it wasn’t a lifelong calling—or even a childhood fascination beyond a few toy fire trucks and […]

-: Apr, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Celebrates National Volunteer Week | April 20 – 26

During National Volunteer Week, we proudly salute the dedicated volunteers of the Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Fire Department (OWL VFD), whose unwavering commitment ensures the safety ...

-: Feb, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

Celebrating 20 Years of Service with OWL VFD: Mark Bauer

Some journeys begin with dramatic backdrops—stormy skies, flashing lights, and a sense of destiny. But for OWL Life Member Mark Bauer, it all started under the bright sun at an […]

-: Apr, 2024 / Melissa Payne

OWL Membership is a Family Affair for the Williams family

It’s not uncommon for generations of families to serve alongside each other in the fire and rescue service. Over Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton (OWL) Volunteer Fire Department’s long history, ...