Powhatan Area Radio Club
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ARES Overview
The Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) consists of licensed amateurs who have voluntarily registered their qualifications and equipment, with their local ARES leadership, for communications duty in the public service when disaster strikes.
Powhatan ARES
Powhatan ARES operates within District 1 of the Virginia Section of ARES, utilizing the N4POW repeaters. This group participates in training sessions, exercises, and activations as requested by government officials.
Leadership
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Emergency Coordinator: Carl Cash, KF4UBE
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Assistant Emergency Coordinator & ARES Net Manager: Ray Sommer, W2AUS
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Assistant Emergency Coordinator: Mark Robinson, N4MDR
Eligibility and Membership:
To be eligible for membership, individuals must possess an FCC Amateur Radio License (any class). Our membership is open to both newcomers and experienced operators committed to honing their skills and contributing to emergency preparedness efforts in Powhatan County. When you join Powhatan ARES, you'll gain access to training courses, opportunities to participate in drills and exercises, networking with like-minded individuals, and the chance to make a meaningful contribution during emergencies. While having emergency-powered equipment is encouraged, it is not mandatory for membership.
How to Join Powhatan ARES:
To become a member, follow these steps:
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Complete the ARES Membership Form and retrieve a copy of your Amateur Radio License .
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Attend a Powhatan ARES Team Training Meeting in person and submit both documents to the Powhatan ARES Emergency Coordinator, or email them to: PowhatanARES@proton.me
ARES Meetings:
Meetings occur on the second Saturday of odd months from 9-12:00 PM, with locations varying based on the month's training agenda. See the "What's Next at PARC" section on the home page and the PARC calendar for days and times.
Weekly Nets:
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Powhatan ARES VHF Net: Every Monday at 7:00 PM on the 147.315 MHz + (74.4 PL) repeater.
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Powhatan ARES HF Net: Every Second Monday at 6:30 pm.
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We will start on 80m LSB, and if time permits try 40m LSB.
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We only have 30 minutes before the ARES VHF FM net begins so comments must be very short.
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80m frequency: Start at 3.947 minus/plus 10kHz
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40m frequency: 7.240 minus/plus 10kHz
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The net serves for training and announcements, emphasizing emergency communication. All licensed amateurs within range are encouraged to participate, regardless of affiliation.
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For more information, contact PowhatanARES@proton.me