Sign Up with RACES, ARES and SKYWARN
Ham Radio Emergency Communications is fun and exciting! Prior training and experience is not required to join, only a committment to public service and a willingness to learn. There are no fees or dues. Please download, print and complete the PDF applications below. We look forward to having you as part of our team!
RACES - Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service
Under guidance of FEMA, the RACES organization is sponsored by government on the state and local level. With this responsibility comes a requirement of demonstrated communicator skills and operator proficiency. See the RACES page for more information including training requirements.
To join, download the RACES application, print and fill it out. Then send the completed application, along with a photocopy of your Amateur Radio license to:
Pat Scolla WB0EGR, RACES Officer | 401 Woodridge Ct | Fallston, MD 21047
ARES - Amateur Radio Emergency Service
ARES is sponsored by the ARRL. Members volunteer to assist public service agencies during emergencies and other events. Any licensed Amateur Radio operator is eligible, membership in the ARRL is not required. See the ARES page for more information including training requirements.
To join, download the ARES application, print and fill it out. Then send the completed application, along with a photocopy of your Amateur Radio license to:
Pat Scolla WB0EGR, Emergency Coordinator | 401 Woodridge Ct | Fallston, MD 21047
SKYWARN - Severe Weather Observation and Reporting
SKYWARN is a National Weather Service (NWS) program of trained volunteer severe weather spotters. Members provide the NWS with timely and accurate severe weather reports. See the SKYWARN page for more information including training requirements.
To join, download the SKYWARN application, print and fill it out. Then send the completed application, along with a photocopy of your Amateur Radio license to:
Gregory Karwacki, KB3GFF, Coordinator | 3721 Sewell Rd | Abingdon, MD 21009