The Belching Beaver Pub 980 was the place to be on Sunday afternoon as the Vista Firefighters Association hosted a fundraising event. This was the 7th year for the Hop Highway Brew-Off. Each year amateur brewers compete for the prestigious fire helmet representing the Brew Off Champion. All funds raised through donations, sponsorships, silent auction and other fundraising will be given to a firefighter in need. Each year local 4107 finds a firefighter. This year, Josh Royer from El Cajon is the recipient. Josh’s story is below.
Those attending were given the opportunity of voting by dropping tickets in cans marked with the team names.
1st Place Overall: Steve’s Brewery – Creamsicle IPA (IPA)
2nd Place Overall: Dizzy Dog Brewing – 801 Coffee Stout (Stout)
3rd Place Overall: Siren Brew Co. – Siren IPA (IPA)
Judges Choice: Salty Buffalo Brewing – Food for the Gods (Black Lager)
Peoples Choice: Steve’s Brewery – Creamsicle IPA (IPA)
Best Booth: Salty Buffalo Brewing (Heavy Metal Theme)
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Josh, a 17-year Engineer/Paramedic with Heartland Fire and Rescue in San Diego County, and also works as a real estate agent. He’s a devoted father, husband, son, brother, and friend. Josh is married to his junior high sweetheart, Lexi – the heart and backbone of their family.
Their son, Charley (5), was born with spina bifida but defies the odds every day, living as an active, happy, and compassionate boy. Their youngest, baby Shay (1), is full of personality, smiles, and is Charley’s best friend.
Recently, Josh received devastating news: he was diagnosed with Stage 3 Squamous Cell Carcinoma in his vocal cords and surrounding tissues. While exploring multiple treatment options, Josh will be initially fighting this battle holistically, including a significant and costly change in diet, along with extensive vitamin and IV treatments not covered by insurance. This journey will be financially burdensome, and we aim to lessen that burden for the Royers, providing access to resources for quick action and treatment while Josh battles cancer again.
Simultaneously, Charley requires surgery for his extremity pains from specialty doctors in Texas and Florida in the coming months. Donations will assist the Royers with travel, food, and accommodations during their cross-country journeys.
