Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Interested in Electronics, Computers and Communications? Ham Radio has it all…..
Join Us ! Open to ALL Licensed
Amateur Radio Operators
Held on the W9ATG Linked Repeaters located
4 miles NE of Greenfield, IN
145.330 MHz (-) CTCSS 88.5
444.450 MHz (+) DCS 465
146.550 MHz Simplex if
the Repeater is Unavailable
Test your Radios Transmit/Receive Signal Propagation & Reception, Hear Local Announcements and
Volunteer Opportunities, and Buy-Sell-Trade Amateur Radio Related Equipment
This NET may also be activated when Severe Weather Conditions exist in the area.
Indiana section has decided to participate in the 2025 ARES Simulated Emergency Test (SET) on Saturday October 11th.
ARES 2025 Simulated Emergency Test
September 19th — This year the scenario will be a severe weather event affecting wide areas of the state. Building on the possibility of such an event, we will activate a test response on that day. On October 11th there will be a test resource net activated and a field response to access damage and needs. I am asking every ARES member to participate either by checking into the net or deploying to a field assignment. At the conclusion of the exercise there will be a meeting to discuss what went well and what didn’t. As we get closer to the exercise I will send out more details. Rich – K9WG
Update, September 28th — In just under two weeks the Indiana Simulated Emergency Test (SET) will take place. In order to inject a little fun into the test Hancock county has dubbed it “Operation Strong Signal”. This year we will test our communications ability by simulating severe weather affecting wide areas of the state and county. This scenario is very real life and reflects what could happen in the county. Starting Thursday (9OCT) simulated TEST emails will go out advising everyone of potential severe weather. Friday (10OCT) a TEST alert will be sent and Saturday (11OCT) morning the test will begin. On Saturday a TEST resource net will be established and field assignments given out. Please plan to participate by checking in to the resource net even if you are not able to fulfill a field assignment. Rich – K9WG
Update, October 5th — Operation Strong Signal is just a few days away. I am asking everyone to participate either as an ARES member or just an Amateur. Starting soon there will be a series of TEST messages going out over email. These TEST messages are to prompt you to start planning for the “emergency”. As you would in a real emergency, start gathering equipment and supplies for possible deployment. The goal of the test is to check our preparedness and equipment. There will be several scenarios presented and ample opportunities to participate. If you are not able to deploy I ask you to still participate by checking into the resource net. Severe storms are common within our area so this test plays right into that reality. Rich – K9WG
New to ARES? Watch the ARES BOOT CAMP video for an overview of the service.
9:00 am
Hancock County EOC
640 S. Franklin Rd., Greenfield, IN
All Licensed Amateur Radio Operators
and Guests are Invited to Attend
ARES Coordinator – Rich, K9WG
The ARES Group meets monthly on the 2nd Saturday of the month to discuss emergency communication protocols and operational strategy that would be implemented by radio amateurs during a county disaster declaration.
Jamboree on the Air (JOTA) is an annual Scouting event that connects Scouts around the world with the use of Amateur Radio. The event will be held on the third full weekend of October ( 17th thru the 19th) , together with Jamboree on the Internet (JOTI)
Additional VHF Frequencies: 147.450 MHz – 147.480 MHz – 147.510 MHz – 147.540 MHz (call)
Tecumseh Trail Challenge Marathon is famous for its point-to-point, epic route through the hills and hollers of Brown County, Indiana in its 23rd year! Amateur Radio has been a part of that tradition and again is tasked with communications in the area. Volunteers will need to be self sufficient, able bodied (ie can get around on trail heads, and moderate areas) and have a good antenna/radio set up. Details are still forthcoming but put this fun and challenging event on your calendars. To volunteer contact Jeff Hammer N9NIC via his email n9nic@arrl.net
Social Time 6:30 – 7:00pm
Short Business Meeting at 7:00 pm – followed by a Guest Speaker / Member Presentation
Hancock County EOC Map
640 S. Franklin St.
Greenfield, IN
Visitors are Always Welcome
Tech Presentation:
TBA
Last local exam session in 2025!
9:00 am – 11:00 am
New Licenses & Upgrades
Pre-Register
Hancock County EOC Map
640 S. Franklin St., Greenfield
The Monumental Marathon is approaching on November 8th and ham radio is once again being asked to support this race. There are 26 stations to be staffed for the 5k, half marathon, and full marathon routes. Among the fun events ham radio supports, this one is cool temperatures and typically easy going. Sign up before the slots are all filled! We will need 28 volunteers for this event
CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER
Social Time 6:30 – 7:00pm
Short Business Meeting at 7:00 pm – followed by a Guest Speaker / Member Presentation
Hancock County EOC Map
640 S. Franklin St.
Greenfield, IN
Visitors are Always Welcome
Tech Presentation:
TBA
September 28th — Indiana’s ARES Report for August
