Celebrate America250 with Ham Radio
Click here for the ARRL America250 webpage, or read the press release. Amateur radio operators nationwide are celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States with special on-the-air operating events…
Community Communication Plans
“What if?” That is the question that we should all be asking. What if communications break down due to some unforeseen event? What can we do as amateur radio operators…
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…
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…