ARES® R1D5 is scheduled to conduct a survey of a publicly accessible facility designated by either the Douglas County Office of Emergency Management (DC OEM) or the Elbert County Office of Emergency Management (EC OEM) as a priority emergency shelter. This survey will allow preparation and update of an ARES® Key Location Form that details […]
Northern Colorado Amateur Radio Club Presents: Winter 2025 Hamfest Date: January 18, 2025 Where: 5280 Arena Circle Loveland, CO Directions:Â Take Exit 259 off I-25 East on Crossroads Blvd (0.35 miles) North on Fairgrounds Ave (0.25 miles) GPS Coordinates:Â 40.44286, -104.9863 What3Words:Â https://w3w.co/capillary.whizzed.pitied Google Maps:Â https://tinyurl.com/evv254fr Radio Talk In: 448.025 (-) 100 Hz ToneOpen to the Public […]
The Swapfest HAMFEST/CONVENTION Start Date: 02/16/2025 End Date: 02/16/2025 Location: Adams County Fairgrounds 9755 Henderson Road Brighton, CO 80601 Time: 0900 - 1300 MDT Cost $ 6.00 Admission ARRL Mile High VE Testing at 10:00 am (Contact jjweinb@gmail.com for details) Website: https://www.rmham.org/ Sponsor: Rocky Mountain Ham Radio, Inc Type: ARRL Hamfest Talk-In: RMHAM DMR Talk […]
On February 22, 2025, ARESDEC members will participate in a presentation to the American Legion Post 82 in Elizabeth, Colorado regarding what ARESDEC is, our mission, our services, the served agencies and communities we serve. As an all-volunteer public service organization, we are made up of FCC licensed and trained Amateur Radio operators who provide […]
Elbert County is where you want to be to celebrate the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend this year! Located in Kiowa, Colorado, the Mad Gravel Race is a series of events that are held over the Memorial Day weekend each year. ARESDEC is proud to provide communications support for 3 important races described below. We […]
Twice a year, the Rampart Range Motorcycle Management Committee sponsors a non-competitive Poker Run for off-road motorcycles (no ATV’s) and riders of all ages. There is a short course (approximately 15-25 miles) and a long course (approximately 50-55 miles). Riders of all abilities are welcome. Prizes are awarded on the basis of the poker hand […]
The first annual Elizabeth Stampede Rodeo was held at the end of May 1966. As a PRCA sanctioned rodeo since 1988, the Elizabeth Stampede has established itself as one of the best regional rodeos with the Mountain States Circuit. Held in Casey Jones Park each year in June, the community from the surrounding areas within […]
The Douglas County Fair & Rodeo is a longtime tradition that holds a special place in the hearts of Douglas County residents. This highly attended event has been a showcase for the skills and talents of many for generations. Complete with PRCA rodeos, 4-H, FFA and Open Class exhibitors, Jr. Livestock Sale, carnival, entertainment and […]
The Elbert County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) provides the request for County Fair ARES® support to provide situational awareness, weather monitoring and reporting, staff coordination, and onsite safety.  We will work from an on-site Safety Station, monitor radio communications, and relay traffic as directed by Elbert County Fair Board Leadership. We will again be […]
Twice a year, the Rampart Range Motorcycle Management Committee sponsors a non-competitive Poker Run for off-road motorcycles (no ATV’s) and riders of all ages. There is a short course (approximately 15-25 miles) and a long course (approximately 50-55 miles). Riders of all abilities are welcome. Prizes are awarded on the basis of the poker hand […]
HamCon Colorado is Coming! The Rocky Mountain Division Convention is coming back to Colorado after nearly 9 years! We’re going to have a great convention with some fantastic speakers and forums on every topic imaginable. We look forward to seeing you all October 23-26, 2025 in Grand Junction. What is HamCon Colorado? HamCon Colorado is […]
A public service/camaraderie Thanksgiving morning event where ARES R1D5 provides situation awareness to event staff via observers primarily using HTs on a Simplex frequency. After our turkeys are in the over at home, our volunteers usually meet for Breakfast and then over to help out on this traditional Highlands Ranch Thanksgiving event.  Historically, proceeds […]
