Missions
Fripp Island Sea Rescue has been serving its community for nearly 40 years. While we complete hundreds of missions, we wanted to highlight a few from a kayak or airboat rescue to a barge rescue. Check out our News page for details on how we partnered with local resources to save a 20-year old turtle!
Community
Representative Missions: St. Paddy’s Golf Tournament, Annual July 4th Parade, Sea Turtle Rescue, Local Outreach Events Beyond emergency response, Fripp Island Sea Rescue plays an active role in fostering safety, awareness, and connection throughout the local...
Rescue Operations – Day
Representative Missions: Fire Crew Transport to St. Phillips Island, Jet Ski Recovery near Fripp Bridge, Kayaks & SUPs Gone Wild, Weather/Wave Buoy Assistance Fripp Island Sea Rescue (FISR) operates daily as a cornerstone of maritime response across the Sea...
Rescue Operations – Night
Representative Missions: Boats Aground, Night Helo Training, Weather Challenges, Late-Tide Recoveries Operating after dark adds layers of complexity to every rescue mission, demanding heightened vigilance, teamwork, and precise communication. The FISR night crews have...
Training
Representative Missions: Annual HOSST Training at USCG Air Station Savannah, Towing Operations, MOB (Man Overboard) Drills, Vessel Operations Certification Preparation is at the heart of every successful mission, and FISR invests heavily in training that mirrors the...
U.S. Coast Guard Support
Representative Missions: Stranded Helo Rescue Swimmer, Weekly Helo Training, Sailboat Recovery and Transfer, Interagency Coordination FISR’s collaboration with the U.S. Coast Guard reflects the organization’s integral role in regional emergency response. From...