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GENERAL INFORMATION

 

What is Truck Pull?

Truck Pull is an annual fundraiser event hosted by HealthQuest of Hunterdon to benefit the Flemington-Raritan First Aid & Rescue Squad. Teams of up to 12 people compete to see who can pull Heavy Rescue 495 about 50 yards across pavement the fastest. Heavy Rescue 495 is a 2010 Pierce Velocity weighing in at 68,000 pounds making this challenging and rewarding. All proceeds benefit the Squad.

 

When Will Truck Pull take place?

The Truck Pull will be on Sunday, November 2, 2025, starting at 9:00 AM.

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9:00 AM - Check-In Opens

9:30 AM - Captain’s Meeting (mandatory for all team captains)

9:45 AM - All participants welcome meeting & rules review (mandatory for all competitors)

10:00 AM - First Pull Begins

TBD - Kids' Pull – Immediately following the main event

 

Teams pull at ~5 minute intervals. The event moves FAST so be ready!

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We will do our best to move forward as scheduled in rain or shine. In the event significant inclement weather or disruptive rain, we will post rain delay, reschedule, or cancelation information on our Facebook page. The event Organizers reserve the right to adjust times or dates for weather or for any other reason at their sole discretion with or without prior notice. 

 

Where is Truck Pull?

Truck Pull will be at HealthQuest of Hunterdon, 310 Route 31 North, Flemington, NJ 08822. The event will be held on the North side of the building in the parking lot. Look for the big orange trucks—you won’t miss us!

 

What do I wear on the day of the event?

Dress in layers. Wear shoes that have a lot of GRIP and won’t fall off! Chalk is provided by HealthQuest, but gloves are a GREAT idea.

 

Is Registration Open?

Registration is now open! Click here to register.

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How much does it cost?
A per-participant donation will be collected for each registration. 100% of the proceeds benefit the Flemington-Raritan First Aid & Rescue Squad. The 2025 rates are:

• Adults : $25

• Emergency Services (EMS, Rescue, Fire, Law Enforcement, 911 Dispatch, Hospital Emergency Room Staff): $20

• Kids ages 5-12: $15
   

We invite veterans and active military to participate free of charge, thank you for your service to our nation.

No payments are collected in advance, all payments are due at check-in on the day of the event.

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What forms of payment are accepted?

 ALL payments are collected on the day of the event. There will be no option for pre-pay or to be billed following the event. The payment methods below are accepted

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• Cash

• Check (made out to Flemington-Raritan First Aid & Rescue Squad, Inc.)

• PayPal

• Major Credit Cards (processed via PayPal)

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Paypal/Credit cards must be processed on your own mobile device. QR codes to scan will be available.

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Do I have to purchase tickets to be a spectator?

Nope! All spectators are welcome to cheer on the teams without a ticket.

 

Are there multiple divisions or categories of competitors?

We offer different division options for you to compete in–

• Classic Division/Mixed: Up to 12 persons per team (mixed gender, open to all competitors) Our most popular!

• Women’s Division: Up to 12 persons per team (women only)

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Do I have to be a HealthQuest member to attend or participate?

Nope! The event is open to the public. Spectators and participants are welcome and encouraged.

 

Is the Kids' Pull returning for 2025?

A smaller, non-competitive “Kids’ Truck Pull” is also available. Kids ages 5-12 looking to get in on the excitement of the day will work together as one large team to pull a smaller Squad vehicle.

 

Kids will be broken up into several smaller groups by age depending on enrollment.

 

Kids' Pull starts immediately following the last team of the main truck pull. All participants must be present at this time. Kids' Pull will start promptly and cannot wait for any participants who are not present. We are not able to provide refunds or otherwise accommodate any participant who is not present.

 

We estimate, but cannot guarantee, a start between 11:00 AM and 11:30 AM. 

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Parent or legal Guardian must be present, and waivers must be completed for each participant.​

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Click here to register for kids' pull.

 

What else is going on at Truck Pull?

In addition to the competition, several Squad vehicles will be on hand for interactive display. In previous years, this has included BLS ambulances, the Squad’s Technical Rescue vehicle (“The Mack”), the Squad’s converted military Special Services/Water Rescue Vehicle (“The Storm Truck”), and of course, Heavy Rescue 495. People of all ages are welcome to look at, touch, and learn about our specialized life-saving equipment and meet members of our team. There will be plenty to see and many great photo opportunities for the whole family.

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The HealthQuest team will be on hand to answer any questions about their programs and services. This is a great opportunity to speak to fitness and wellness professionals about your own goals and what HealthQuest has to offer to help you reach them.

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Can I be part of more than one team?

Yes! Plan to join as many teams/groups as you’d like. Many participants are asked to jump in and help teams a person or two short to complete their bracket.

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Only ONE ticket is required to participate. If you pull on a second team, you do not need to order an additional ticket.

 

Can under-18s participate in the main truck pull?

Yes! Under-18s may take place in the main truck pull.  A parent or legal guardian must be present, and waivers must be signed by the parent or legal guardian.

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Are sponsorship opportunities available?

Yes! Corporate sponsorships are available. Businesses or groups can become event sponsors. Several levels of sponsorship are available, and come with a variety of recognition and perks. All levels of sponsorship include social media shout-outs, photo opportunities, and the satisfaction of knowing that your business/organization is supporting first responders in your community. Contact Chelsea Salisbury of the HealthQuest Member Experience  team at salisbury@hqfit.com for more information or to sign up.

 

EMERGENCY SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS
COMPETING IN TRUCK PULL

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Can my department put together a team to compete?

Yes - Emergency Services Departments are invited to field their own teams or partial teams, and the registration process has been simplified from previous years.

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Emergency Services Organizations wanting to field your own team, please contact andrew.glowacki@frfars.org and your organization will be added to the list of teams. Each participant must then order his or her own ticket here. There is no fee to order a ticket, all donations are due the day of the event.​

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Teams without a full bracket may be combined by the event organizers, or partial teams from friendly departments may choose to join forces on their own. Anyone with a ticket is welcome to pull more than once, and many teams have successfully recruited a "pickup" or two to complete their brackets.​

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Previous years have seen teams representing the Raritan Township Police Department, Raritan Township Fire Company, South Branch Emergency Services, Amwell Valley Ambulance Corps, Whitehouse Rescue Squad, Lambertville-New Hope Ambulance and Rescue Squad, Hunterdon Medical Center, Flemington Fire Department, PBA 188, and of course, the Flemington-Raritan First Aid & Rescue Squad.

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I'm an emergency services professional and I want to pull, but I'm the only competitor from my department. What should I do?

Register as an individual using the "unattached" emergency services ticket option. Indicate that you do not yet have a team. The event organizers will assign you to a team with other emergency responders who are a head or two short. Check back when registration opens. Click here to register.

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Check Back Regularly for Updated Information

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More Questions? Contact FF/EMT Andrew Glowacki at andrew.glowacki@frfars.org

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