Category: Events

Baker's Crust at Landstown is raising dough for OPVRS.

4/24/2025

Raise Some Dough with Us at Baker’s Crust!
Mark your calendars! The Baker’s Crust at Landstown is raising dough for the Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad on Tuesday, April 29th — and it’s an all-day affair! 11AM to 8PM!

Here’s how it works: just mention OPVRS to your server, and a portion of your sale will go directly to support our all-volunteer rescue squad.

Grab lunch, treat yourself to dinner, or both — every bite helps us serve the community.
📍 Baker’s Crust, Landstown Tuesday, April 29

📣 Don’t forget to say, “I support OPVRS!”

32nd Annual Virginia Beach EMS Awards Ceremony

4/16/2025

Last week, many OPVRS members and alumni were honored at the 32nd annual Virginia Beach EMS Awards Ceremony. Please join us in congratulating the award recipients listed below. 🎖️
5 Years of Service:

Lorin Miller
Amanda Tackett
Alex White

10 Years of Service:

Jordan Asqueri
Arlene Johnson

20 Years of Service:

Nickolas Askew

30 Years of Service:

James Geisinger
Brian Ledwell
Tiffany Robbins

35 Years of Service:

John Best

40 Years of Service:

David Jarashow

Act of Service Award: 🏅

Elian Alcantara
Mary Askins
Piper Bay
Jake Long
Christian Richter
Kevin Hirschfeld

Congratulations, and thank you all for your dedication to the squad and the community we serve!

Cashola Fundraiser at ShoreBreak, Oct 28th 2024

10/15/2024

Join OPVRS at ShoreBreak Monday, Oct 28th, 2024 for a cashola fundraiser! Tell your server that you support OPVRS and a portion of each sale will be donated to Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad.

Let ShoreBreak do the cooking before Halloween. Support YOUR Local Business and YOUR Local Rescue Squad!

Fundraiser October 28th, 2024, 4pm-8pm. 2941 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach.
(Shore Drive Location Only)

End of Summer Blood Drive 2023

8/7/2023

Wrapping Up Your Summer with a Life-Saving Gesture: Donate Blood and Make a Lasting Impact

As the summer sun begins to set, and we bid farewell to the long days of relaxation and adventure, there is still an opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of others. The act of donating blood is a simple yet impactful way to conclude your summer on a high note, knowing that you have played a vital role in saving a life. With hospitals constantly in need of a stable blood supply, your contribution can make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of individuals in your community and beyond.

Answering the Call of Urgency: Blood donation is a matter of life and death. Hospitals and medical facilities rely on the generosity of donors to maintain an adequate supply of blood for various medical procedures, emergencies, and surgeries. During the summer months, blood banks often experience a decline in donations due to vacations, travel, and other activities. By donating blood as summer comes to an end, you can help bridge this gap and ensure that patients in need continue to receive the care they deserve.
A Simple Act, A Profound Impact: The process of donating blood is remarkably straightforward and takes only a short amount of your time. The difference you make, however, is immeasurable. A single blood donation can save up to three lives, making your contribution a powerful gesture of compassion and humanity. Just a few moments of your time can provide a lifetime of hope for those facing critical health challenges.
Enhancing Community Resilience: Your donation doesn't just impact individuals; it strengthens the resilience of your community as a whole. When disaster strikes or accidents occur, a readily available supply of blood is essential to ensure that medical professionals can respond effectively. By donating blood before the summer ends, you become an essential part of a collective effort to safeguard the health and well-being of your fellow community members.
Leaving a Legacy of Care: As you wrap up your summer and prepare to embrace the changing seasons, consider the legacy you can leave behind. By donating blood, you create a lasting impact that extends far beyond the warm months. The lives you touch through your selfless act become a testament to your compassion, empathy, and commitment to making a positive difference in the world.
A Personal Connection: It's important to remember that anyone, regardless of age, gender, or background, can find themselves in need of blood at some point in their lives. Your decision to donate blood is a statement of solidarity, showcasing your willingness to stand by your fellow human beings in times of vulnerability. It's a powerful reminder that we are all interconnected and that your action has the potential to connect you to someone you may never meet but whose life you've changed forever.

As summer draws to a close, there is no better way to conclude this season of growth, connection, and adventure than by giving the gift of life. Donating blood is a small sacrifice that yields a profound impact, resonating far beyond the confines of a single moment. Your decision to donate blood is a reminder that compassion knows no season, and your gesture will serve as a beacon of hope for those in need. So, as you bid adieu to the warmth of summer, consider wrapping it up with a life-saving gesture that will leave a lasting legacy of care, compassion, and community. Your willingness to donate blood may just be the brightest light in someone else's life as they navigate their own journey to health and recovery.

Click HERE to Register

Don's Flagpole Dedication

6/7/2023

Join us as we dedicate the new OPVRS flagpole to Don Anderson and his 40+ years of volunteer service to the Ocean Park Community and the City of Virginia Beach.

Friends, Family, OPVRS Alumni, and Community Members are all welcome!

Saturday, June 10th, 1pm-3:30pm

Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad
3769 East Stratford Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23451

June 2023 Cookout

5/30/2023

Join us for our start of Summer cookout!

Join us for our Summer community cookout!
Saturday, June 3rd, 2023 6pm-8pm. Hamburgers / Hot Dogs & Sweet Treats

FREE
Open To The Public
Touch A Truck.

Come spend some time with YOUR community rescue squad.

Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad
3769 East Stratford Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23451

Plant Sale Fundraiser for OPVRS

5/11/2023

Great Neck Point Garden Club returns for another fundraiser, Sat May 20th, 9am-12pm

The Master Gardeners of the Great Neck Point Garden Club will be hosting a fundraiser for Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad. Join us on Saturday, May 20th, 9am-12pm, at the Shore Drive Farm Market. Locally grown plants perfect for houses and gardens will be on sale. All proceeds will benefit the Rescue Squad

Featured Plants: Fatsia Japonica, Windmill Palms, Hostas, Bear's Breeches, Aucuba, Lynnhaven Carpet, Vinca, Asters, Aloe, Jade, Mint and more!

Free Stop The Bleed Drop-In Class

2/2/2023

Learn to save a life. Free. Open To the Public.

FREE Stop The Bleed drop-in training! This course is geared towards the general public and designed to prepare you before help arrives.
February 25th between 9am-12pm.
Take the online training at home at your own pace, email is your certificate, and drop by any time between 9am-12pm for the hands-on lesson and practice with one of our instructors. Walk out knowing you are prepared to save a life.

Visit: stopthebleed.org/training
Email: [email protected]
Show up: Feb 25th anytime between 9am-12pm

Rescue Squad Open House

1/6/2023

February 18th, 2023, 12pm-6pm

Virginia Beach, VA - The Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad will host an open house on Saturday, Feb 18th from 12 noon to 6pm. The building and ambulances will be open to the community. Anyone with an interest in volunteering or learning more about the volunteer rescue squad are encouraged to visit.

"The lights and sirens are always a cool feature of the job, but we want to show potential volunteers there is so much more to volunteering. We offer leadership opportunities, civic engagement, and an opportunity to serve your community in a fast-paced environment" said Rescue Squad President Branan Roughgarden.

The rescue squad will also be hosting other medical and public safety vendors, along with a BBQ truck with more to come!

Tidewater EMS Council sharing information about the new Whole Blood Initiative.
Sentara Nightingale Air Ambulance
Virginia Beach Department of Public Health
Flavor Savor BBQ Truck
Virginia Beach Emergency Communications and Citizen Services

The event is free and open to the public. No registration is required to attend, drop in anytime. The Facebook event can be found HERE

Spring Plant Sale Fundraiser

5/11/2021

The Great Neck Point Garden Club Fundraiser

The Great Neck Point Garden Club will be hosting a fundraising plant sale to benefit Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad. These high-quality local plants will come from gardening professionals who can answer all your questions about planting and care. May 15th, 9am-12pm at the Shore Drive Farm Market.
Rain Date: May 22nd

Featured Plants:
Fatisa Japonica
Windmill Palms
Hostas
Bear's Breechs
Aucuba
Lynnhaven Carpet
Vinca
Asters
Aloe
Jade
Mint
Much more!

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