The Ridge Volunteer Rescue Squad was established in 1949 making it the first Rescue Squad in St. Mary’s County. The first ambulance was kept at Camp Brown in Scotland, Maryland and various other locations in the Ridge area. Upon completion of the American Legion Post 255 building in the early 1950’s, the Rescue Squad operated its ambulances from there.

The following are some of the people involved ... (Full Story)

On Saturday, December 14th, 2024, the Ridge Volunteer Rescue Squad held its 75th Annual Installation of Officers.  It was held at the Ridge Volunteer Fire Department, with a delicious meal catered by the RVFD Auxiliary.  This year’s event proved to be very special for a few of our members, but especially for our organization as a whole. 75 years of service is a HUGE milestone, and it was made known ... (Full Story & Photos)

Ambulance 48 (Retired) a 1972 Cadillac Miller-Meteor Ambulance was at the 3rd Annual Bull and Oyster roast at the American Legion Post 255. The event has one of the largest car shows in the Ridge area and our Caddy was there...... (Full Story & Photos)

The Ridge Volunteer Rescue Squad regrets to announce the passing of Association Member Sandra "Sandy" Sullivan. She was called home on Monday, October 7, 2024, while surrounded by her loving family who have been by her side throughout these trying times. Sandy dedicated many hours to the rescue squad association during her time with us, as well as to the community as a whole. She will be greatly ... (Full Story & Photos)

Multiple 911 callers reported a male, who was described as 60 to 65 years old, fell of his bicycle and was unconscious with citizens performing chest compressions.

Prior to the arrival of First Responders, 911 callers reported citizens were performing CPR again after stopping.

Our very own President and Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Brian Windsor arrived on the scene and began EMS chest compressions. ... (Full Story & Photos)

We took our 1972 Cadillac Miller-Meteor Ambulance out to the "Cars & Coffee" car show on Sunday. This is a Bi-Weekly event and it was our first event for the 2024 season with the Caddy. It was a HOT day but everyone loved seeing this Living piece of St. Mary's history.
We will be taking the Caddy out again on the 4th of July (Wildewood parade) and then again on the 13th of July (Wreaths Across America). ... (Full Story & Photos)

On November 8th, 2023 the Ridge Volunteer Rescue Squad was given a huge honor of Escorting Optimus Prime (#Optimus Is Here) and BumbleBee into St. Mary's County with Ambulance 499, Four St. Mary's Sheriff's Officers, Second District Engine 61, Dave's Peterbuilt truck and PJ's Towing Heavy Wrecker. Optimus Prime was recharging at the Second District Fire Department.
On November 9th, 2023 the Ridge ... (Full Story & Photos)

RVRS sends our condolences to the family and friends of Stanley Williams, past chief and past president of Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad and retired longtime Department of Emergency Services employee, who passed last weekend.

The family will receive guests at the Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department Hall on Friday, 10 November from 1000 - 1200 hours. Prayers, including EMS prayers will be ... (Full Story)