Home

Rist Canyon Volunteer Fire Department Ready to Respond

02-DEC-2024

Larry Sippel

For many firefighters, Larry was an RCVFD institution.

More About Larry

Larry Sippel

Everyone in the community knew and loved Larry.

More About Larry

Larry Sippel

When you had the privilege of working with Larry, he made you feel like a partner in crime.

More About Larry

Larry Sippel

Larry was never concerned about outward appearances. The job got done, and if there were some laughs along the way, even better.

More About Larry

Larry Sippel

When it came to volunteering for his department, Larry was never afraid of the dirty jobs - or dirty water.

More About Larry

Larry's wife Viv was one of our EMTs for many years, too.

More About Larry

Sky is the limit

RCVFD maintains an efficient Quick Medical Response Team. We coordinate our medical response with Poudre Valley EMS Ambulance, Thompson Valley EMS, and and Flight for Life Services like Airlink.

Donate Now!

Structural Firefighting

Equipped with advanced CAFS and 10 Scott Air Packs RCVFD can provide resources for Structure and Vehicle Fires.

Donate Now!

Wildland Attack

RCVFD maintains an NWCG certified Wildland Initial Attack Team. With over 30 certified firefighters, 10 vehicles and a variety of specialized tools, our volunteer fire department can access some of the most remote areas in our 100 square mile area.

Donate Now!

No Calendar Events Found or Calendar not set to Public.

Help us reach our goal!

$56,166 of $130,309

Ristwatch Online

Latest Issue

You think you have what it takes? Find out how.

More Info

5 Ways to Live Safely in Mountains

Fire Adapted Communities, Firewise, Ready Set Go - - What do all these things have in common

Regardless what you call it, living in the mountains means being prepared. Learn 5 things that just may save your life and give your house a fighting chance

Be prepared

Be Involved in RCVFD

Rist Canyon is unique place to live and raise a family. Your ability to have a voice in our local fire department is unmatched in many parts of the country. Find out how to get involved

RCVFD is 100% staffed by volunteers. From the Board of Directors to the the Firefighters working on the front lines, each person is someone giving their time from our community. There are many ways to get involved- find out how

Your community, your fire department