Don't miss Fireman's Carnival way up in the wilds of Star Tannery, VA

Volunteer fire companies remain the heart of their neighborhoods and have overwhelming support from local stakeholders including town and county governments, citizens, and businesses in which they serve. Fire companies are always upgrading their property, equipment, and fleet as firefighting technology progresses. However, what is constant is the courage of the men and women who are called to public service to fight fires and protect their fellow citizens. [MPG]

Please come out and support Star Tannery’s Volunteer Fire and Rescue (STVFR) for their annual carnival. The Carnival takes place on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at 950 Brill Road, Star Tannery, VA. Festivities are scheduled from 1 pm to 8 pm. Bounce House and games will be ongoing throughout the day. Hamburgers, hotdogs, fries, mac N cheese, sodas, and bottled water will be available for purchase all day with all proceeds going to STVFR.

The STVFR Fireman's Carnival is the fire station’s largest annual event. The Carnival occurs on the first Saturday in August, every year, for the past 40+ years. A big shout-out to all the firefighters and volunteer workers who make this event the most enjoyable, family-friendly carnival.

Music provided by Allen Boyd and The Waysiders from 2 pm to 4 pm, and Five of a Kind from 6 pm to 8 pm. Seating is available but feel free to bring your own lawn chair.

With help the Strasburg and Stephens City Fire stations, Station 17 Star Tannery Volunteer Fire and Rescue (STVFR) was organized in November, 1971. The station was created from a building formally used as Roger P. Sager’s poultry processing business. Mr. Sager donated the building and one acre of land. After several years, the station was enlarged, with a social hall and additional bays to house emergency apparatus. After Roger Sagers’ passing in 1990, STVFR purchased 39 more acres of Sager’s adjoining property.

The station serves the southwestern portion of Frederick County, and the northeastern slice of Shenandoah County, Virginia. STVFR received approximately 300 public service, fire, and emergency calls in 2023.

Station 17 is the only all-volunteer fire station remaining in Frederick County.

Volunteer fire departments play a critical role in their communities, especially in rural areas where municipal fire services are not available. Raising funds is essential for STVFR to maintain and upgrade equipment, provide training for volunteers, and ensure they can respond effectively to emergencies.

Firefighters are the frontline defense, our unsung heroes, and our neighbors. Supporting your local volunteer fire department is not just a civic duty; it is an investment in the safety and resilience of the community.