ARESDEC will provide tactical communications & situational awareness for Poker Run event staff. Full details still forthcoming. ARESDEC members should expect to provide APRS/LoRa tracking, checkpoint communications, Forward Observer (FOB), observe Poker Run operations and monitor the Net, report any emergencies, medical issues, and/or disabled bikes, and report rider activity like first rider through, sweeps […]
Elbert OEM and ARES have agreed to a date for ICP training that is required for those working volunteering to work the 2024 Elizabeth Stampede ICP. Other Elbert County EOC-badged ARES members are welcome to attend the ICP training even if they are not working the event. Training Time: 1900-2100 Location: Elbert County EOC, 751 […]
More Details to come
ARRL Field Day is the most popular on-the-air event held annually in the US and Canada. On the fourth weekend of June, more than 35,000 radio amateurs gather with their clubs, groups or simply with friends to operate from remote locations. The event called Field Day, encourages hams to set up antennas and radios outdoors […]
See you at Field Day! Come join us!
Sponsor: ARESDEC VEC team via W5YI-VEC 2025 Saturday Test Dates: Jan 25 Feb 22 Mar 22 Apr 26 May 24 Jun 21 Jul 26 Aug 23 Sep 20 Oct 18 Nov 22 Dec 20 Time: 9:00-11:00 AM Location: Pradera Fire Station (aka Franktown Fire Protection District Station 184), 6120 Bridle Path Ln, Parker, CO 80134 […]
Now that Field Day is over and was a huge success, we'll give a brief report on the activities and fun we had. We will also be honored to have some of our served agencies with us. Douglas County Office of Emergency Management and Elbert County Office of Emergency Management leadership will be present, sharing […]
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 […]
Sponsor: ARESDEC VEC team via W5YI-VEC 2025 Saturday Test Dates: Jan 25 Feb 22 Mar 22 Apr 26 May 24 Jun 21 Jul 26 Aug 23 Sep 20 Oct 18 Nov 22 Dec 20 Time: 9:00-11:00 AM Location: Pradera Fire Station (aka Franktown Fire Protection District Station 184), 6120 Bridle Path Ln, Parker, CO 80134 […]
Assist DC OEM in providing SA of PGA Championship which promises to be the largest sporting event ever held in DougCo. ARES EOC ESF‐2 support anticipated. Requirement being refined with DC OEM.
An in-depth look at PinPoint APRS by the application's author, Frank Watervoort, AB0WV. History, configuring it, capabilities, future developments, etc. Bring your questions!" What is PinPoint? PinPoint is free software that allows you to visually track and communicate with people using Amateur Radio (”Ham Radio”) equipment. During an emergency, it can be used as a […]
