Tabernacle Rescue Squad

Tabernacle Rescue Squad Founded in 1953, the Tabernacle Rescue Squad has served the residents our communities of Tabernacle & Shamong for over 70 years.

This all volunteer squad proudly serves the residents of Tabernacle & Shamong Townships covering almost 95 square miles in the heart of the Pinelands National Reserve.

We would like to extend our congratulations to EMT McCusker on being recognized at the Burlington County Fire Chiefs Ass...
06/19/2026

We would like to extend our congratulations to EMT McCusker on being recognized at the Burlington County Fire Chiefs Association & Burlington County EMS Chiefs Association Annual Awards Ceremony.

While EMT McCusker serves as a per diem employee with the Tabernacle Rescue Squad, we are proud to have dedicated professionals like her as part of our organization. Her commitment to patient care, professionalism, and service to the residents and visitors of Burlington County exemplifies the values shared by emergency medical service providers throughout our region.

Congratulations to EMT McCusker, Senior EMT Nelson, and EMT Hill on this well-deserved recognition, and thank you for your continued dedication to serving our communities.

We are proud to celebrate the accomplishments of those who make a difference every day.

During the month of May, our crews responded to a total of 152 calls for service.These incidents included a wide range o...
06/10/2026

During the month of May, our crews responded to a total of 152 calls for service.

These incidents included a wide range of emergencies, reflecting the diverse needs of the community we serve.

Tabernacle Rescue Squad remains committed to proudly serving Shamong, Tabernacle, and surrounding communities with timely and professional emergency medical care.

Last week, six members of the Tabernacle Rescue Squad attended a specialized heavy lifting and stabilization course thro...
06/02/2026

Last week, six members of the Tabernacle Rescue Squad attended a specialized heavy lifting and stabilization course through the Burlington County Urban Search & Rescue (USAR) Team.

The course, taught by Spec Rescue International, Inc., focused on heavy lifting and stabilization techniques utilizing high-pressure airbags, Paratech struts, and other specialized rescue equipment to solve a variety of complex rescue scenarios. Throughout the training, participants were challenged with realistic situations requiring critical thinking, teamwork, and technical rescue skills.

This was an outstanding opportunity for our members to learn from industry experts, expand their knowledge, and further develop the skills needed to safely manage high-risk, low-frequency incidents. The experience and techniques gained through this training will help strengthen our response capabilities and better prepare us to serve our community when these specialized emergencies occur.

We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to the 200 Club of Burlington County for awarding our organization a grant that helped make this training possible. Their continued support of first responders allows members of our organization to pursue advanced training opportunities that directly benefit the communities we serve.

Additionally, we would like to thank the Burlington County USAR Team and SPEC International for providing this valuable training opportunity. The course not only enhanced our members’ technical rescue skills but also provided the opportunity to train alongside fellow USAR Team members and responders from other agencies, helping to build the strong working relationships and coordination between agencies that are essential during complex emergency operations.

Sometimes it takes a team.Yesterday, Duty Crew 4396 was dispatched to a call in Tabernacle Township. Upon arrival, the c...
06/01/2026

Sometimes it takes a team.

Yesterday, Duty Crew 4396 was dispatched to a call in Tabernacle Township. Upon arrival, the crew quickly recognized that additional resources would be needed to safely care for and transport the patient. Rescue 4399 was requested to assist.

Working together, EMS personnel, rescue members, & Virtua Paramedic ensured the patient received the care they needed every step of the way. After the patient was loaded into the ambulance, Rescue 4399 followed the ambulance and paramedics to the hospital, where they provided additional assistance with moving the patient into the Emergency Department.

Calls like this are a reminder that patient care is often a team effort. From the initial response to the hospital handoff, every member plays an important role in ensuring the best possible outcome for those we serve.

We are proud of the teamwork, professionalism, and dedication demonstrated by our members every day.

For many years, Tabernacle Rescue Squad has responded to large animal rescue incidents throughout our community and surr...
05/30/2026

For many years, Tabernacle Rescue Squad has responded to large animal rescue incidents throughout our community and surrounding areas. From horses that have become cast in stalls to animals that are injured, trapped, or otherwise unable to stand, our specially trained rescuers have worked alongside veterinarians, fire departments, and animal owners to safely bring these animals to safety.

This specialized equipment will allow our rescuers to safely and efficiently assist horses and other large animals when they become trapped, injured, cast, or otherwise unable to stand, reducing the risk of injury to both the animal and rescue personnel while improving the overall safety and effectiveness of rescue operations.

While we have successfully performed these rescues using the equipment currently available to us, we recognize the need to enhance our capabilities with equipment specifically designed for large animal rescue operations. An Instant Release Spreadbar and Large Animal Rescue Sling would provide a safer and more effective lifting system for both rescuers and the animals in our care.

The cost of this equipment is approximately $3,500.

If you would like to support this important initiative, donations can be made by mail to:

Tabernacle Rescue Squad
P.O. Box 2023
Tabernacle, NJ 08088

Or donate online at:
https://tabernaclerescue.com/support/

Every contribution, no matter the size, helps us continue providing specialized rescue services to the animals and communities we proudly serve.

When every minute matters, having the right equipment can make all the difference.

Today, members of the Tabernacle Rescue Squad, along with the Woodland Fire & EMS, Tabernacle Fire Department and Good ...
05/27/2026

Today, members of the Tabernacle Rescue Squad, along with the Woodland Fire & EMS, Tabernacle Fire Department and Good Will Fire Company, were dispatched to Woodland Township for the report of a horse that was down and unable to get back up. Rescue 4399 and our duty ambulance responded with our specialized large animal rescue equipment and trained personnel to assist.

Working together with crews on scene, and utilizing a backhoe provided by Woodland Township, responders were able to safely lift and assist the horse back onto its feet. We are happy to report that after evaluation by the owner’s veterinarian, the horse was found to be in good health and was walking around before crews cleared the scene.

Incidents involving large animals present unique challenges and require specialized training, equipment, and coordinated teamwork to ensure the safety of both the animal and responders. Tabernacle Rescue Squad is fortunate to have several members specifically trained in Large Animal Emergency Rescue, along with specialized rescue equipment designed for these types of incidents.

As calls for specialized rescue services continue to grow, we are actively looking to expand our large animal rescue capabilities with additional equipment that would further improve safety and efficiency during these incidents. Community donations help us continue providing these highly specialized rescue services to our region.

We would like to thank all agencies involved for their teamwork and professionalism, as well as Woodland Township for their assistance on scene.

05/25/2026

In addition to attending Remembrances in both Tabernacle & Indian Mills our members have spent this Memorial Day Weekend in service. On Saturday night that included this rescue on Shamong. Beyond our staffed DC ambulance, our crews responded with multiple additional ambulances and our off road units to affect positive patient outcomes for this group of kayakers. We appreciate of our mutual aid partners who also responded. This is what care looks like in the two Pinelands communities we serve.

As we wrap up EMS Week 2026, we wanted to share a moment that truly reflects what this profession is all about.Recently,...
05/23/2026

As we wrap up EMS Week 2026, we wanted to share a moment that truly reflects what this profession is all about.

Recently, a patient involved in a serious motor vehicle accident stopped by one of our meetings to personally thank the members who responded that night. Every member pictured was there during that incident. While not all were directly involved in his patient care, each played an important role — assisting with other patients, supporting operations on scene, and helping ensure the best possible outcome during a challenging call.

EMS is never about one person. It takes an entire team working together behind the scenes and on the front lines to care for our community when it matters most.

Moments like this remind us why we do what we do. The calls, the training, the long nights, and the teamwork all come down to helping people through some of the hardest moments of their lives.

To our members, families, fellow responders, and the communities we serve — thank you for your continued support and trust.

Happy EMS Week 2026 from all of us at Tabernacle Rescue Squad.

For over 70 years, the Tabernacle Rescue Squad has proudly served our community with dedication, compassion, and commitm...
05/22/2026

For over 70 years, the Tabernacle Rescue Squad has proudly served our community with dedication, compassion, and commitment.

What began in 1953 as a small group of volunteers answering the call for help has grown into a strong legacy of emergency medical care, rescue services, and community support. Through every generation, one thing has remained constant — our mission to serve those in need.

As we celebrate EMS Week, we honor the members who came before us, those who continue to serve today, and the future generations who will carry this tradition forward.

Thank you to our members, families, supporters, and community for standing beside us throughout the years. Your support makes our mission possible.

Then. Now. Always.

EMS Week is not only about recognizing the emergency calls we respond to, but also about recognizing the commitment our ...
05/21/2026

EMS Week is not only about recognizing the emergency calls we respond to, but also about recognizing the commitment our members make to the communities we proudly serve every day.

At Tabernacle Rescue Squad, our members dedicate countless hours outside of emergency response to support community events, provide standby coverage, participate in parades, mentor local youth, and organize programs like Operation Santa and other outreach initiatives throughout the year.

We are also proud to serve as the charter organization for Boy Scout Troop 439, supporting and mentoring the next generation of community leaders through service, teamwork, and leadership development.

Whether standing by at local sporting events, supporting community gatherings, or simply being present at local events, our mission extends far beyond the back of an ambulance.

These moments reflect who we are as an organization — neighbors helping neighbors, committed to making a positive impact both on and off duty.

We are proud of the relationships we have built throughout Shamong, Tabernacle, and the surrounding communities, and we thank everyone for their continued support of our squad and our members.

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134 New Road
Tabernacle, NJ
08088

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+16092680671

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