Palisade MN Fire and First Responders

Palisade MN Fire and First Responders Serving the Palisade area with dedication and readiness. Together, we stand ready to respond when you need us most.

We provide emergency response, fire protection, medical aid, and community education to keep our community safe and prepared.

🎉🚜 THIS SATURDAY IS RIVERFEST! 🚒🛻Who’s ready for the Wheels Event?! 🙌We’re hoping to make this year’s display our BIGGES...
08/05/2026

🎉🚜 THIS SATURDAY IS RIVERFEST! 🚒🛻

Who’s ready for the Wheels Event?! 🙌

We’re hoping to make this year’s display our BIGGEST one yet, but we still have room for MORE awesome rides!

🚜 Tractors
🚒 Fire trucks
🛻 Lifted trucks
🏍️ Motorcycles
🚜 Construction equipment
🚓 Emergency vehicles
🚗 Classics
🚙 Side-by-sides & ATVs
…or anything else with wheels that kids will love!

If you’ve been thinking about bringing something, this is your sign! The more vehicles we have, the more excitement we can bring to the kids (and let’s be honest… the adults love checking them out too! 😉).

📩 Send the Palisade Fire Department a message if you’d like to be part of the fun!

Let’s fill the park with wheels, smiles, and make this the best RiverFest Wheels Event yet! 🚜🚒❤️

🚒❤️ A Reminder About an Event That Hits Close to Home ❤️🏍️On Saturday, August 29th, the Red Knights MN4 Fire Fighters Fi...
08/03/2026

🚒❤️ A Reminder About an Event That Hits Close to Home ❤️🏍️

On Saturday, August 29th, the Red Knights MN4 Fire Fighters Fighting Cancer Benefit will be held at the Hamel VFW. While this benefit supports firefighters battling cancer and serious illnesses, this year's event has a very personal connection to our community.

We can now share that 50% of the proceeds raised will directly benefit McGregor Fire Department Chief James Carr.

For years, Chief Carr has answered the call without hesitation. He has dedicated countless hours serving and protecting our community, standing beside his fellow firefighters, mentoring others, and always putting service before self. Now, he and his family are facing one of life's toughest battles, and it's our turn to stand beside him.

The Red Knights are a 501(c)(4) motorcycle organization made up entirely of firefighters and fire service members who believe in taking care of their own. This benefit is a powerful reminder that the fire service is more than a job or a volunteer commitment—it's a family.

Whether you:
🏍️ Ride in the event,
❤️ Attend the festivities,
🎟️ Bid in the silent auction,
🎶 Enjoy the live music,
☕ Stop by for breakfast,
💵 Or simply make a donation...
..every act of support makes a difference for Chief Carr and his family.

We spend our lives hoping we're there when our neighbors need us. The reality is, none of us know when we'll be the ones needing someone to answer our call.

Let's show Chief James Carr and his family what this community is made of. Let's remind them they are not fighting this battle alone.

We hope to see you there. ❤️🚒🏍️

📍 Hamel VFW – Plymouth, MN
📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
All are welcome — riders and non-riders alike.

Together, we can make a difference for someone who has spent so many years making a difference for all of us. ❤️

🚨 RiverFest is FAST approaching... and we still need YOUR help! 🚨We're still looking for people willing to bring their f...
07/27/2026

🚨 RiverFest is FAST approaching... and we still need YOUR help! 🚨

We're still looking for people willing to bring their fun rides and equipment for the **Wheels Event!** 🚒🚜🛻🏍️

Have a cool truck, tractor, four-wheeler, side-by-side, classic vehicle, construction equipment, farm equipment, or anything else kids love to see up close? We'd love to have you join us!

The more wheels we have, the more smiles we can create. 😊 Let's make this year's event the biggest and best one yet!

If you're willing to participate, send the **Palisade Fire Department** a message or tag someone who should bring their ride!

Help us make RiverFest unforgettable for the kids and families in our community! ❤️

There are moments in the fire service when the pager tones don't matter...When it's one of our own, we answer a differen...
07/26/2026

There are moments in the fire service when the pager tones don't matter...

When it's one of our own, we answer a different kind of call.

The fire service is more than responding to emergencies. It's a family. We train together, laugh together, serve our communities together, and when one of us is facing one of life's hardest battles, we stand shoulder to shoulder—because that's what family does.

Today, we're asking our community to help us rally around one of our own.

If you would like to support this benefit, there are several ways you can help:

❤️ **Donate through the benefit page:**
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61592569433376

❤️ **If you're not local but would still like to help, donations can also be made through the GoFundMe:**
https://gofund.me/3d304026e

❤️ **Contact any member of the Palisade Fire Department.**

❤️ **Drop off a donation at Rustic Trail.**

**If you drop off a donation, please include your name or business name so we can ensure proper recognition and appreciation for your generosity.**

Whether it's a monetary donation, a raffle item, a gift certificate, a basket, or simply sharing this post, every act of kindness helps. Together, we can help ease some of the burden and remind our fire family that they are never alone in this fight.

The strength of a community isn't measured by how we celebrate together—it's measured by how we show up when someone needs us most. We know this community has a huge heart, and we're asking you to help us wrap that heart around one of our own.

Thank you for standing beside those who dedicate so much of their lives to standing beside others.

Please continue to keep our firefighter, their family, and everyone involved in your thoughts and prayers. ❤️🚒

**Because once you're part of the fire family, you're never fighting alone.**

🔥 **PSA from the Palisade Fire Department** 🔥If you've stepped outside today and thought, *"Who left the campfire burnin...
07/15/2026

🔥 **PSA from the Palisade Fire Department** 🔥

If you've stepped outside today and thought, *"Who left the campfire burning?"* ...don't worry, it probably wasn't your neighbor.

The large wildfires in northern Minnesota have sent a whole lot of smoke our way, so yes... it's hazy, it smells smoky, and no... someone didn't forget to put out their bonfire. 🌫️

**The smoke itself is expected and is NOT a reason to call 911.**

🚒 **Now... if you see:**
🔥 Your grill on fire (and it's no longer just "cooking with extra flavor")...
🔥 Your neighbor's shed on fire...
🔥 Your field, woods, or ditch on fire...
🔥 Or your **neighbor** on fire... 😳 (Seriously... call 911!)
..then yes, **CALL 911 immediately.**

With the dry conditions, now is a great time to help prevent more fires:
🔥 Keep campfires attended and completely extinguish them.
🚬 Dispose of ci******es responsibly.
🚗 Avoid parking on tall, dry grass.
🌲 Be extra cautious with anything that can create a spark.

We know the smoky skies aren't exactly what anyone ordered, but let's all do our part to make sure we don't add to the problem.

Stay safe, keep an eye out, and let's all do our best to keep the only smoke in the air coming from hundreds of miles away. ❤️🚒

🚨🏎️🚜🛻 CALLING ALL COOL RIDES! 🛻🚜🏎️🚨It’s almost that time of year again… Palisade RiverFest is fast approaching! 🎉🔥The Pa...
07/08/2026

🚨🏎️🚜🛻 CALLING ALL COOL RIDES! 🛻🚜🏎️🚨

It’s almost that time of year again… Palisade RiverFest is fast approaching! 🎉🔥

The Palisade Fire Department is gearing up for our WHEELS EVENT and we want to make it BIGGER and BETTER than the last couple years! 🙌

Got a fun truck? 🚛
A tractor? 🚜
A four-wheeler or side-by-side? 💨
A unique ride, cool machine, or something the kiddos would LOVE to climb up and check out?! 👀

👉 WE WANT YOU!

Help us fill the Wheels Event, give families something fun to explore, and make this year's RiverFest one to remember! 🚒❤️

🔥 Tag someone with a cool ride!
🔥 Share this post!
🔥 Help us spread the word!

Let's see how many WHEELS we can bring to Palisade this year! 😎🚜🚒🛻

Interested in bringing something? Send the Palisade Fire Department a message! 🚨

June is PTSD Awareness Month.When people think about firefighters, they often think about the lights, the sirens, the tr...
06/04/2026

June is PTSD Awareness Month.

When people think about firefighters, they often think about the lights, the sirens, the trucks, and the fires. What they don't always see are the moments that stay with us long after the call is over.

The difficult medical calls. The tragic accidents. The homes lost to fire. The conversations with families on what may be the worst day of their lives.

As firefighters, we train to handle emergencies, but no amount of training makes us immune to the emotional impact of what we experience. Many responders carry memories, stress, anxiety, grief, and trauma that are invisible to those around them.

PTSD doesn't always look the way people expect. Sometimes it looks like trouble sleeping. Sometimes it's irritability, exhaustion, isolation, or replaying difficult calls over and over in your mind.

This month, we want to remind our members and our community that mental health matters. It is okay to ask for help. It is okay to talk about your struggles. And it is okay to not be okay.

To every firefighter, first responder, dispatcher, law enforcement officer, and healthcare worker carrying more than most people will ever know—please know you are not alone.

Take care of each other. Check in on your crew. Have the difficult conversations.

The strongest thing we can do is make sure everyone goes home—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally too.

Have you watched the recent wildfires and wished there was more you could do?Have you driven past a serious car accident...
05/29/2026

Have you watched the recent wildfires and wished there was more you could do?

Have you driven past a serious car accident and thought, “I wish I could help”?

Have you stood beside a loved one during a medical emergency and felt completely helpless?

This is where ordinary people in our community step forward and become something more.

In rural communities like ours, help doesn’t come from somewhere far away — it comes from neighbors, friends, parents, farmers, mechanics, office workers, and everyday people willing to answer the call when someone needs them most.

Our fire department is built by community members who choose to serve. The fires that are stopped, the homes that are protected, the medical calls answered, and the lives impacted all happen because someone decided to step up.

We are actively recruiting individuals who want to make a difference. No previous experience is required — just dedication, heart, and a willingness to learn. We provide training, teamwork, and the opportunity to serve a purpose bigger than yourself.

Being a firefighter or first responder is not just about fighting fires. It’s about helping people on the worst days of their lives. It’s about protecting your community. It’s about becoming part of a family that stands together when it matters most.

If you’ve ever felt the pull to help… this is your chance.

Join us.
Serve your community.
Be the reason someone gets help when they need it most.

Message us today to learn more about becoming a volunteer firefighter/first responder.

🔥🏍️ COMMUNITY SUPPORT OPPORTUNITY 🏍️🔥This year’s Fire Fighters Fighting Cancer Benefit Ride hosted by the Red Knights MN...
05/29/2026

🔥🏍️ COMMUNITY SUPPORT OPPORTUNITY 🏍️🔥

This year’s Fire Fighters Fighting Cancer Benefit Ride hosted by the Red Knights MN4 hits especially close to home for our area.

The Red Knights are a 501(c)(4) motorcycle organization made up of firefighters and fire service members who dedicate their lives to helping others — both on and off duty. This event is more than just a ride… it’s firefighters coming together to support one of their own during one of life’s hardest battles.

This year, half of the funds raised will be coming back to a McGregor Fire Department member who is currently battling a serious health diagnosis after many years of committed service to our community. The same person who answered calls, showed up during emergencies, and stood ready to help others now needs our support in return.

Whether you ride or not, please consider:
❤️ Attending the event
❤️ Donating
❤️ Sharing this post
❤️ Showing support for those who spend their lives serving others

Because the truth is…
We never know when we may be the ones needing someone to step up for us in our time of need.

📍 Hamel VFW – Plymouth, MN
📅 Saturday, August 29th, 2026
☕ Breakfast • Scenic Ride • Silent Auction • Games • Live Music • Community

All are welcome — riders and non-riders alike. Let’s show what the fire service family and small-town communities are all about. 🚒🔥

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