[W9RCA-News] Fwd: [IRCNews] Upcoming area events that need Amateur Radio Volunteers

[Jim Keeth]

> Begin forwarded message:
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> From: "Ken Bandy, KJ9B via IRCNews" <ircnews at indyradioclub.org>
> Subject: [IRCNews] Upcoming area events that need Amateur Radio Volunteers
> Date: March 22, 2024 at 9:05:14 AM EDT
> To: <ircnews at indyradioclub.org>
> Cc: ken.kj9b at gmail.com
> Reply-To: IRC News <ircnews at indyradioclub.org>
> 
> Matthew Bechdol, W9SOX, reminds us of some upcoming events that are in need of Amateur Radio volunteers.  If you are available, consider volunteering.  These are great opportunities to practice our skills and give back to the community.
>  
> 73,
> Ken, KJ9B
>  
> Following is Matthew’s message:
>  
> There are a few public service opportunities coming up - please take time and consider which you might assist with.
> ·  April 08 Eclipse Situational Awareness
> o    A dozen hams are needed
> o    Familiarity with ICS 100/700 procedures a plus
> o    3 or 6 hours shifts
> o    Go-box preferred /elevated antenna
> o    Assisting RACES and Marion County EOC
> ·  April 20 ARES Deployment Exercise
> o    All ARES registered volunteers are requested
> o    All non-registered volunteers are welcome
> o    2-3 hour deployment for radio traffic and testing
> o    Handheld ok, go box welcome
> ·  May 04 500 Festival Mini Marathon
> o    A couple dozen hams are still needed
> o    7am - 1pm (approx)
> o    Handheld will generally work, go-box /elevated antenna better.
> ·  May 25 500 Festival Parade
> o    A dozen hams are still needed
> o    8am - 2pm (approx)
> o    Handhelds ok
> Sign up links and any additional details about these and more can be found at www.mcinares.org/publicservice <https://indyhams.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=602f3b4754a2a8f01c848cdce&id=6d357b23a6&e=04574274a8>
>  
> Thank you 
> Matthew W9SOX
> Marion County ARES
> Marion County Skwyarn
>  
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