Doss Volunteer Fire Department

10/05/2026

09/30/2026

09/11/2026

Today we honor the first responders we lost on 9/11. Their courage in the face of chaos will never be forgotten. We remember their service, their sacrifice, and their unwavering commitment to others.

09/06/2026

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 42ND ANNUAL DOSS VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT FISH FRY & PRIZE DRAWING WINNERS!

GRAND PRIZE - $5,000 VISA GIFT CARD
DONATED BY: Dian Graves Stai, Mr. & Mrs. Billy Scripps, Triple AAA & J Ranch, Keener Engineering Services LLC, TADD Ranch
Won by: Greg Sattler

1. All Season 5’x5’ Hunting Blind with 5’ tower ($3750 value) donated by Llano Feed & Supply, Tom & Lou Bloxom, Gerald & Lyle Myrta Bratton, McLane Ford of Fredericksburg, Tom & Susan Doell
Won by: Margaret Conway

2. Tikka T3X Super Varmint 6 mm Creedmoor w/ a Leupold VX-5 HD 3-15x scope ($3,300 value) donated by KNS Precision Inc, Turrentine Automotive Group, Inc, K Bar W Ranch, Ted & Sharon Bartley (restrictions apply)
Won by: Kathy Friedrich

3. Trophy Buck Hunt (130 +/- Class) ($3,000 value) donated by Crenwelge Ranch/Keith & Lisa Crenwelge
Won by: Bradley Gilliam

4. $2,000 Sittin’ Happy - Gift Card donated by Sittin’ Happy LLC- Leah Itz, Max and Franny Hartmann, Gregory Kaderli and Thomas Kaderil, David & Corine Klose, Heard Ranch
Won by: Mary Jane Heinrich

5. Leupold BX-4 Range HD Gen 2 12x50 Range Finding Binoculars ($1,700 value) donated by Fletco Construction LP, Rodney & Karen Sauer, Ann Shult, Billy Johnson Insurance
Won by: Michael Juenke

6. Beretta A400 Solo Synthetic in Optifade Marsh, 12 gauge semi-auto sh***un ($1,650 value) donated by American Muffler & Brake #2, White Ghost Ranch, James P. Feller, Reeh Plumbing Inc, DR Welding & Construction, Inc, Mitchell & Amber Maner (restrictions apply)
Won by: Berry Benedict

7. Mossberg International Gold Reserve O/U 12 gauge sh***un ($1,225 value) donated by Gillespie Livestock Co., Inc, Antler Ridge Ranch, Mark and Alisa Strandmo, Mrs. Billy Kothmann, Phyliss Leifeste (restrictions apply)
Won by: Myron Jost

8. Henry H9 Protector Carbine 30-30, Lever Action R***e w/ Threaded Barrel ($1,200 value) donated by Douglas & Colleen Waltesperger, Ricky & Linda Anderegg, Rhonda Durst, Thomas & Kathy Burke, Nelson Geistweidt Family (restrictions apply)
Won by: Krystal Geistweidt

9. Apple iPad Air 11” Wi-Fi and Cellular 256 GB w/ Pen & Case ($1,120 value) donated by Velda Boyd & Jeff Boyd, Danny Abbott, SCM Management, Inc., Richard & Joann Rangel, Jim & Mary Sims
Won by: Johnie Schroeder

10. $1,000.00 Visa Gift Card donated by Danny & Peggy Reeh, Colby & Beth Gardner and Travis Reeh
Won by: Colleen Ketron

11. Sig Sauer P 365 Fuse 9mm Semiauto Pistol Two-Tone Green Cerakote ($865 value) donated by Tony & Jean Sauer (restrictions apply)
Won by: Colby Gardner

12. R***r American Gen 2 6mm ARC ($770 value) donated by Phyllis Mixon, Scott & Sandy Hoffmann, Matt & Lauren Kordzik, James & Susan McLendon (restrictions apply)
Won by: Matt Self

13. Savage Axis 2 Pro 223 w/ Savage Western Camo Stock ($680) donated by Hill Country Titles, Inc., Jane Underwood, Randy Busch & Lois Bush (restrictions apply)
Won by: Willam Haley

14. 42” Custom Made Fire Pit ($650 value) donated by Rode’s Iron & Pipe Yard
Won by: Jody Jones

15. Savage B Series Timber Tactical 22 WMR, OG Green Wood Stock & Spiral Fluted Barrel ($630 value) Sauer Sisters, LLC, Heimplatz-Geistweidt, Tatsch Well Service, LLC (restrictions apply)
Won by: Tess Seipp

16. Mossberg 500 Slugster 20 gauge, w/ both a Field Smooth Barrel & a R***ed Slug Barrel ($630 value) Myron & Kandice Jost, Brian & Kay Sattler, Larry & Melinda Birck (restrictions apply)
Won by: James Priess

17. FN 502 Tactical Pistol in 22 LR, in FDE ($620 value) donated by Arrowhead Bank, Pete & Teresa Ganis (restrictions apply)
Won by: Johnny Blackwell

18. Milwaukee M18 FUEL 16” Chainsaw & Milwaukee Battery Starter Kit ($500 value) donated by Haley Family LP, Russell Grunewald, Beverly Williams, Hill Country Propane, Inc.
Won by: Susan Bryla

19. $500 Bass Pro Gift Card donated by Jimmy & Michele Laird
Won by: Janet Rabke

20. Black Stone 36” Griddle with Hood ($450 value) donated by Andrew and Deborah Simmons, Linda Black, Jonathan & Carolyn Baethge
Won by: Jaden Bowen

21. Turtlebox Gen 3 Outdoor Speaker ($430 value) donated by Pat Jung Family, Schaetter Funeral Home, Ted & Nancy Geistweidt
Won by: James Reymard

22. $400 James Avery Gift Card donated by Andrew & Deborah Simmons, Eric & Stephanie Igler, Bierschwale Credit & Lending, Lance & Virginia Feuge
Won by: Lucas Fiedler

23. Custom Made Pinwheel Block Quilt in Patriotic Colors ($400 value) donated by Karen & Rodney Sauer
Won by: Del Benedict

24. Spirt of Christmas Gift Basket ($400 value) donated by Fredericksburg General Store
Won by: Chad Ledford

25. Bose Quite Comfort Wireless Headphone ($360 value) donated by Royce & Karen
Herbort, Cecil & Lois Crenwelge, Neva Herold, Arnold Ellebracht, Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Icke
Won by: Marissa Weinheimer

26. Kitchen and Keepsake Gift Basket ($350 value) donated by Attic Storage
Won by: Scot Smith

27. Pikachu’s Prize Pack ($350 value) donated by Ryan’s Pokémon Shop
Won by: Jill Pilcher

28. Pendleton Chief Joseph Blanket ($325 value) donated by Friends of Doss VFD
Won by: Macie Gardner

29. $300 HEB Gift Card donated Clarence & Elaine Jenke
Won by: Duane Jenschke

30. Vortex Binoculars 10x42 ($300 value) donated by Allied Ag Services Inc, Holly & Don Allen, Kunz & Sauer Fencing LLC
Won by: Donald W**d

31. Ninja Slushi 72 oz Frozen Drink Machine ($300 value) donated by Susan Schaefer, C&D Staudt Ranch, Stanley Baethge
Won by: Lindsey Gray

32. Ninja Crispi Pro Air Fryer ($280 value) donated by Kenneth & Jodie Keller, Fred Nelson
Won by: Daryl Drab

33. RTIC 52 QT Ultra-Light Wheeled Cooler w/ Doss VFD Engraving ($280 value) donated by Security State Bank & Trust, Kenneth & Annette Maner, Friends of Doss VFD
Won by: Ray Ingle

34. Igloo Cooler 70 QT with Oversized Wheels ($265 value) donated by Clyde & Peggy Crenwelge
Won by: Ruby Pearl

35. Milwaukee Two Tool Set with Batteries/Charger ($259 value) donated by The Inside Story, Juliana and Stevie Kothe
Won by: Chad Ellebracht

36. $250.00 Gift Card to Loca on Main donated by Beverly Gardner, Kent Stehling Insurance Agency, Friends of Doss VFD
Won by: Ken Theriot

37. Ninja Air Fryer Toaster Oven Combo ($250 value) donated by Vicky & Dale Dittmar, Elizabeth Ellebracht, Clinton & Carol Feuge
Won by: Darrell West

38. #12 Fredericksburg Cast Iron Skillet ($230 value) donated by Fredericksburg Cast Iron Co., Rex Maner, Linda Nevels
Won by: Horance & Myrtle Oestrich

39. Red Coral & Turquoise Necklace & CFK Custom Forged Knife ($200 Value) donated by Jason & Delia Lange
Won by: Gary Kuhlmann

40. $200 Backwoods BBQ donated by Pete & Teresa Ganis, Friends of Doss VFD
Won by: David Stehling

41. CFK Custom Forged Knife w/ Pinecone Handle & Leather Sheath ($200 value) by Jason & Delia Lange
Won by: Rudy Pesek

42. $200.00 Hill & Vine Gift Card donated by LeAnn Billups
Won by: J.W Morgan

43. $200 HEB Gift Card donated by Jimmy & Cathy Eckert
Won by: Horance & Myrtle Oestrich

44. $200 Gift Card Hill Top Cafe donated by Leann Billups
Won by: Megan Geistweidt

45. Custom Forged Knife Pinecone Handle & Leather Sheath ($200 value) donated by Jason & Delia Lange
Won by: Tana Hoffmann

46. $200 Backwoods BBQ Gift Card donated by LeAnn Billups
Won by: William Haley

47. CFK Custom Forged Knife Pinecone Handle & Leather Sheath ($200 value) by Jason & Delia Lange
Won by: Mike Rech

48. #10 Fredericksburg Cast Iron Skillet ($185 value) donated by Fredericksburg Cast Iron Co., Friends of Doss VFD
Won by: Mathew Howe

49. CFK Custom Forged Knife w/ Micarta Fingerprint Handle & Leather Sheath ($175 value) donated by Jason & Delia Lange
Won by: Rodney Brownell

50. 2- GCI Freestyle Rocking Chairs ($160 Value) donated by Central Texas Electric Cooperative
Won by: Darrell Steubing

51. Milwaukee Rechargeable Clip Light ($60.00 Value) & $100 Chevron Gas Card donated by Create Healthy
Won by: Tracy Neathery

52. Gearwrench 56 piece Socket Set ($150 value) donated by Monarch Physical Therapy
Won by: Art Pressler

53. Freeky Fit Rolling Shop Stool ($150 value) donated by LeAnn Billups
Won by: Stan Pratt

54. Portland Leather Purse ($132 value) donated by Sammy & Raynette Geistweidt
Won by: Travis Koenig

55. Bissell Little Green Multi Purpose Portable Cleaner ($130 value) donated by Monarch Physical Therapy
Won by: Chase Stengel

56. 2 -Tommy Bahama Hammock Chairs ($115 Value) donated by Create Healthy
Won by: Terri Anderegg

57. RTIC Road Trip Cooler 16 QT w/ Doss VFD Engraving ($100 Value) donated by Kerry & Melanie Kordzik
Won by: Chris Fritz

58. $100 Lochte Feed & General Store Gift Card donated by Lochte Feed & General Store
Won by: Manuel Gomez

59. Axis Cellphone Crossbody ($100 value) donated by Jason & Delia Lange
Won by: Ray Ingle

60. $100 Lochte Feed & General Store Gift Card donated by Lochte Feed & General Store
Won by: Dennis Jones

61. Large Bogg Tote Bag ($100 Value) donated by Create Healthy
Won by: WD Wilson

62. Go Sports Hook 21 Wall Mt ring swing game ($60 value) and $50 Walmart Gift Card donated by Friends of Doss VFD
Won by: Angi Couch

63. $100 KNS Precision Gift Certificate donated by KNS Precision Inc.
Won by: Charles Anderson

64. 26” Octagonal Fire Pit ($100 value) donated by Phyllis Mixon
Won by: Tracy Staats

65. $100 KNS Precision Gift Certificate donated by KNS Precision Inc.
Won by: Silver Dollar

66. Kidde Fire Extinguisher ($50) donated by Bar 7 Ranch and $50 Walmart Gift Card donated by Robert Sanderson
Won by: Kenneth Carr

67. $100 Chevron Gas Card donated by Monarch Physical Therapy
Won by: Melvin Scott

68. $100 Tractor Supply Gift Card donated by Sam and Sandra Sanford
Won by: Rodney Brownwell

69. $100 Branded Meat Market Gift Card donated by Ken and Janis Friedrich
Won by: David Urbanski

70. $100 Rustlin Rob’s Gift Card donated by Ken and Janis Friedrich
Won by: Charlie Kiehne

71. 2 -$50 Der Kuchen Laden Gift Cards donated by Der Kuchen Laden
Won by: Jaden Bowen

72. $100 Backwoods BBQ Gift Card donated by Backwoods BBQ
Won by: William Haley

73. 2 -$50 Der Kuchen Laden Gift Cards donated by Der Kuchen Laden
Won by: Michael Dyer

74. $100 Gas Card donated by Stroeher and Son
Won by: Rick Wood

75. $100 Gas Card donated by Stroeher and Olfers
Won by: Tracy Staats

76. Coors Merch Bucket donated by Keg 1 O’Neal
Won by: Danny Herst

09/06/2026

Sending out a huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out yesterday, enjoyed some great food and fellowship, bought raffle tickets, listened to the Off the Grid band, and supported the Doss VFD Fish Fry! 🐟

An especially BIG thank you to all of the volunteers who worked so hard to make the Fish Fry happen. From preparing and serving the food to keeping everything running smoothly, so much time and effort goes into making this event such a success. We appreciate every one of you!

Thank you as well to all of the generous businesses, families, and individuals who donated prizes and contributed in so many ways. Your support helps the Doss VFD continue providing an important service to our community and surrounding area.

Congratulations to all of the raffle prize winners! 🎉 The complete list of winners will be posted soon, so be sure to check back and see if you’re one of the lucky ones!

The Doss Fish Fry is such a special Hill Country tradition, and it’s always wonderful to see so many friends, neighbors, and visitors come together.

Thank you for another great Fish Fry! We’re already looking forward to next year! 🚒

09/05/2026

Fish is ready !!!

So yall come and see us at the 42nd Annual Doss VFD Fish Fry.

09/05/2026

It’s a beautiful day for fish, friends and fun! See y’all soon!

08/21/2026

🔥🚫 Protecting Gillespie County Starts With Prevention 🚫🔥

Due to current conditions and increased wildfire danger, the Gillespie County Commissioners Court has enacted a Burn Ban effective at 9:15 a.m. on August 21, 2026, for all unincorporated areas of Gillespie County.

When temperatures are high and vegetation is dry, a single spark can have devastating consequences. By following the burn ban and practicing fire-safe habits, we can reduce the risk of wildfires and protect our neighbors, first responders, homes, livestock, and natural resources.

Thank you for doing your part to keep Gillespie County safe.

🚒 Fredericksburg Fire EMS

08/17/2026

90 day burn ban for Mason County!