VarAC Overview
I spent the month of December diving into VarAC. VarAC is a keyboard-to-keyboard chat client that utilizes the Vara modem. The program can be used on HF, VHF/UHF and with…
Do You Need a Desk Manual?
Do you have all of the information that you may need readily available? If the answer to that is yes, then good job! If the answer is no, keep reading.…
The Shaking Has Stopped
Thanks to all of the MCARES members and visitor stations who participated in the 2025 ShakeOut Drill either during the weekly MCARES net, via Winlink, or both. Remember, to visit…
ShakeOut 2025 – Amateur Radio Support for USGS
On International ShakeOut Day, October 16, 2025, at 10:16 AM local time, millions of people worldwide will practice earthquake safety. After you “Drop, Cover, and Hold On,” amateur radio operators have a unique…
National Preparedness Month
September is National Preparedness Month. As we round the corner towards October, let’s continue to prepare. Here is the National Preparedness Month page from Red Cross. There is a lot…
Cherokee Ultra ARES ICS Packet and Runner Handbook
The updated handbook for the Cherokee Ultra has been released on the event website. The map link has now been updated and is current as well. The event begins promptly…
CHEROKEE ULTRA MARATHON – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The Cherokee Ultra is a little over a month away. Bright and early at 6am on July 19th to about 11am the 20th, to be exact. If you are reading…
Madisonville Downtown Christmas MCARES Assist
This Saturday, December 14th, 2024 from 10:00-14:00, MCARES will be assisting the City of Madisonville with the vendor setup portion of the Downtown Christmas Festival. We will be providing manpower…