Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) teams across New Castle, Kent, and Sussex counties participated in a comprehensive statewide emergency communications drill held in Dover, Delaware. Operators tested HF and VHF simplex links, digital Winlink messaging, and backup battery power systems to ensure seamless communications during severe weather events along theContinue Reading
The First State Amateur Radio Club and local repeater trustees have successfully completed hardware upgrades on the primary 146.700 MHz and 449.000 MHz repeaters in New Castle County. The upgraded infrastructure introduces enhanced digital mobile radio (DMR) capabilities alongside AllStar node connectivity, expanding coverage for operators throughout Northern Delaware andContinue Reading
Delaware ham radio clubs are finalizing plans for the upcoming ARRL Field Day event. Operations will be stationed at Bellevue State Park in Wilmington, featuring emergency power generation, solar setups, and public demonstration stations. Community members and aspiring radio amateurs are invited to get hands-on experience on HF bands underContinue Reading
Are you looking to earn your first Amateur Radio license or upgrade your existing ticket in Delaware? Volunteer Examiner (VE) teams conduct regular license testing sessions across New Castle, Kent, and Sussex counties. What to Bring to a Test Session Two (2) forms of ID (one must be a validContinue Reading
The Sussex County Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) provides vital auxiliary emergency communications support throughout Sussex County, Delaware, coordinating closely with county emergency management agencies during severe weather and public safety events. Meeting & Training Schedule Even Months (In-Person Meetings): Held on even-numbered months at Arena’s Restaurant (located at DelawareContinue Reading
The Kent County Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) maintains emergency communications readiness throughout Central Delaware, working in close cooperation with Kent County Emergency Management and local public safety authorities. Meetings & Location Kent ARES meetings are held on the last Monday of every month. 📍 Meeting Location: Kent County EOCContinue Reading
New Castle County Amateur Radio Emergency Service (NCC ARES) provides emergency communications infrastructure and volunteer radio operators to support local government agencies, emergency management, and disaster response organizations throughout Northern Delaware. Meetings & Club Affiliation New Castle County ARES meetings are run in close conjunction with the First State AmateurContinue Reading
Are you a new or aspiring ham radio operator in Delaware? We are here to help! Below is a directory of licensed Delaware radio amateurs who have volunteered to serve as mentors (Elmers). Please feel free to contact the mentor nearest you for guidance, advice, or hands-on assistance getting startedContinue Reading