Welcome to Fair Hill Emergency Response Team

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The force behind the organization is JoAnn Bashore, a retired Fair Hill Park ranger. During her time as a ranger, she was frequently called to respond to equine emergencies. She also held twice-a-year training sessions in technical rescue techniques for horse owners. Even after her retirement, she was getting calls to assist in equine rescues.

One such incident took place in Grove Point, where Bashore had to wait four hours for rescue equipment and permission from Fair Hill State Park to rescue a horse that had fallen off a cliff and broken its leg.

“At that point, I was still doing one-day training sessions for Technical Emergency Animal Rescue for horse owners and barn owners to educate people on what to do in an emergency situation. “We got started in November 2019 as a separate division [of another LATR group]. 

- From Cecil County Life Article "To The Rescue"

We are a dedicated group of volunteers providing swift and expert care for injured or distressed large animals across the tri-state area of Maryland, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. Committed to the well-being of both animals and their owners, the team offers specialized rescue, stabilization, and transportation services. Their unwavering dedication to the community shines through in their round-the-clock availability and comprehensive approach to equine emergencies.

Fair Hill Emergency Response Team is an all-volunteer nonprofit dedicated to the safe and humane rescue of large animals in distress. Our team of dedicated professionals provides specialized care and transport for injured or downed animals. To continue our vital work, we rely on the generous support of our community. Your donation will help us purchase essential equipment, cover training costs, and ensure we can respond to emergencies quickly and effectively.