Join the Amateur Radio Operators

SEAL BEACH/LOS ALAMITOS

When all else fails, Amateur Radio Operators use their training, skills and equipment to provide communications during emergencies and disasters. An amateur radio station can be set up almost anywhere in minutes. Hams can quickly raise a wire antenna in a tree or on a mast, connect it to a radio and power source, and communicate effectively with others.

Those interested in becoming part of the Seal Beach and Los Alamitos Amateur Radio Operators should meet at the top of Signal Hill, 2351 Dawson Blvd. on June 24, between 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.

People will be able to watch demonstrations on CW (morse code), see how operators talk to other Hams all over the world using Echolink, and send digital email via Winlink, or by using a cell phone and Zello.

The group will have Chameleon Loops and Buddy Antennas on display too.

Many service agencies will be represented including The American Red Cross, CERT, the Los Angeles County Disaster Communication Service, RACES and ARES.

All are invited to come and see how Amateur Radio Operators make a difference.

For more information, call 440-289-2023.