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American Radio Relay League (view source)
Revision as of 02:39, June 28, 2016
, 02:39, June 28, 2016→Public service: Spelling/Grammar Check, typos fixed: informaton → information
The '''Amateur Radio Emergency Service''' (ARES) is composed of licensed amateurs who have voluntarily registered their qualifications and equipment for communications duty in the public service when disaster strikes.
The '''Amateur Radio Emergency Service''' (ARES) is composed of licensed amateurs who have voluntarily registered their qualifications and equipment for communications duty in the public service when disaster strikes.
Every licensed amateur, regardless of membership in ARRL or any other local or national organization, is eligible to apply for membership in ARES. Training may be required or desired to participate fully in ARES. Hams should inquire at the local level for specific informaton. Because ARES is an Amateur Radio service, only licensed radio amateurs are eligible for membership. The possession of emergency-powered equipment is desirable, but is not a requirement for membership.
Every licensed amateur, regardless of membership in ARRL or any other local or national organization, is eligible to apply for membership in ARES. Training may be required or desired to participate fully in ARES. Hams should inquire at the local level for specific information. Because ARES is an Amateur Radio service, only licensed radio amateurs are eligible for membership. The possession of emergency-powered equipment is desirable, but is not a requirement for membership.
Amateur Radio has a long history of being able to help with both emergency and non-emergency events. [1]
Amateur Radio has a long history of being able to help with both emergency and non-emergency events. [1]