10 Clinton First Aid & Rescue Squad members participated in the NJ Special Olympics benefit "Polar Bear Plunge" event this past Saturday.  With a team of 12 pre-registered and 3 additions the day of for a total of 15 plungers joined 6,700 strong in Seaside Heights NJ for this annual plunge. Although the air temperature was mild, keep in mind the water as 45 degrees, so although not as grueling as it could have been, members still got "FREEZIN FOR A REASON".

Our expanded team raised in excess of $3,700 for NJ Special Olympics placing us in the top 25% of the 435 registered teams. Not bad for a first time venture and example of how CFA&RS contributes to the community beyond our primary mission.

We hope 2018 brings out more participants and share the following link with you from NJ.com to showcase what you missed.

http://www.nj.com/ocean/index.ssf/2017/02/seaside_heights_polar_bear_plunge_2017.html

Thank you to all team members, contributors and supporters.

#CFARS PRIDE  ​

On Wednesday February 15th, Chief Bob Kerschner of the Washington Emergency Squad (Warren County Station 83 Rescue) invited the CFARS REHAB team in for a joint drill, as well as a show and tell of our REHAB unit.   This unit is used at long term incidents, such as fires, major motor vehicle accidents, hazardous materials incidents, etc, to monitor the health of fellow responders working the event.  

The drill included an overview of the specialized equipment carried on this vehicle, policies and procedures, Medical Unit flow processes, and working an effective REHAB program.  Under the guidance of our REHAB Team Leader Ben Hagan, members Captain Doug Gimson, EMT/FF Adam Hett and EMT/FF Andrew Cline set up the equipment utilized, including shelter, heating and air conditioning, lighting and tracking supplies.  

We appreciate the opportunity to share with WES members and leaders, and look forward to continued cooperation on large scale incidents and training for them.

The REHAB unit was made possible through a competitive grant process from the Hunterdon County Department of Public Safety in 2012.  It was part of a county wide program that equipped this unit, as well as its twin with the Lambertville-New Hope Ambulance and Rescue Squad, with the supplies to shelter responders while on a medical break from the incident.   The funding included an inflatable tent, heating & air conditioning, blood gas monitors, and the truck itself.  Through our participation with the NJ EMS Task Force, additional supporting equipment was received, making it truly a regionally available response vehicle.  

By Craig Turpin | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com 
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on February 14, 2017 at 2:19 PM, updated February 14, 2017 at 2:22 PM

​CLINTON TWP. - Clinton First Aid & Rescue Squad's EMS Training Center and the Hunterdon County EMS Chief's Association held a leadership training seminar called Step Up and Lead at the township middle school on Saturday.

It drew some 135 EMS, firefighters, police, police explorers and local politicians and corporate emergency response personnel from three states.

The speaker was Frank Viscuso, a deputy chief and career firefighter from Kearny, who is co-creator of FireOpsOnline.com. He is a nationally-recognized instructor and speaker, and the author of six books, according to a news release.

Viscuso has spoken to audiences about officer development, leadership, team building and customer service. Some of those who attended said it was one of the best training seminars they have been to, according to the release.

​Clinton First Aid & Rescue Squad's EMS Training Center and the Hunterdon County EMS Chief's Association held a leadership training seminar called Step Up and Lead at the township middle school on Feb. 11, 2017. (Rich Maxwell | for NJ Advance Media)

Clinton First Aid & Rescue Squad announces our schedule for 2017 Blood Drives.  All drives are managed by the New Jersey Blood Services and will be held at our station's second floor Martha W. Subber Community Room, located at 48 Old Highway 22, Clinton NJ  08809.  No appointments are necessary

Saturday March 25, 2017  9:00am - 3:00pm
Saturday June 24, 2017  9:00am - 3:00pm
Saturday September 9, 2017 9:00am - 3:00pm

There will also be a special Type O- drive held on July 11, 2017 from 3:00pm - 7:30pm.

Questions can be directed to the New Jersey Blood Services 732-220-7070, or our station at 908-735-4012 x135