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- Welcome to the home of the Frontenac County ARES Group
- The Frontenac County ARES Group is responsible for emergency communications within North Frontenac, Central Frontenac, South Frontenac and Frontenac Islands municipalities.
- Please use the navigation panel at the left to explore the site.
- Enjoy your visit, and please pass on the link to other ham radio operators.
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The Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) consists of licensed amateurs who have voluntarily registered their qualifications and equipment for communications duty in the public service when disaster strikes.
Every licensed amateur is eligible for membership in the ARES. The only qualification, other than possession of an Amateur Radio license, is a sincere desire to serve. Because ARES is an amateur service, only amateurs are eligible for membership. The possession of emergency-powered equipment is desirable, but is not a requirement for membership.
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When disaster strikes (earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, wildfires, etc.) Radio Amateurs are quick to offer
their expertise, experience, equipment, and, most of all, time to provide emergency communications when normal means of communications are inoperative, unavailable or overloaded. No matter what it takes, "hams" will find a way to
get the message through.This is all done by volunteers, as it is illegal to accept compensation for communications via Amateur Radio. This is the "service" aspect of Amateur Radio.
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- China Earthquake
The Chinese Radio Sports Association (CRSA) had asked that the frequencies 7050 and 7060 KHz be kept clear for emergency traffic following a devastating earthquake in Yu Shu district, Quinghai Province. A number of Amateurs were active in supporting the rescue and recovery efforts including BG9UA, BG9UP and BG9UO. An emergency communications team led by BG6CEV arrived in Quinghai on April 15, 2010.
This effort is now completed and all frequencies have been returned to normal amateur use. Your cooperation during this difficult time was very much appreciated.
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- Upcoming Events
- August 22, 2010 - We shall be activating the Point Petre Lighthouse during a portion of the international lighthouse activation weekend (21st & 22nd of August). Our plan is to have three HF stations on the air - 20m, 40m and 80m - on Sunday the 22nd. It will be an early breakfast at the Star Diner and then out to Point Petre. We need to have at least six people attend this event. If you are interested in this International Lighthouse/Lightship Weekend excursion please let Bill or George know via email.
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