MASON COUNTY ARES® NEWSLETTER
 MARCH

 March has been a busy and productive month for ARES.  The weather has been challenging to say the least, and many are wishing for spring to arrive.  The flowers are starting to bloom and the trees are budding, however the weather has shown to have a mind of its own.

 

We are in the process of updating the NET Rosters and the databases for ARES.  If your name doesn't get called on the current roster for the ARES NET, we don't have an application for you. The process of updating all the files is required for us to have an efficient working database when an emergency occurs.

 

Message from the Mason County EC

 

Hello, everyone March has been a great month for ARES. Sandie (KE7KKU) and I (AD7DY) attended the North Club meeting in February, and got 10 applications for membership. I also attended the March meeting, where I distributed the new cards. Great group of folks there in the North, I am joining the North Mason Amateur Radio Emergency Services Club, and look forward to more meetings there. We now have a total of 29 members; I still have a few cards to finish (need pictures!). If you or someone you know would like to become a member, please contact me, or Sandie, and fill out an application. Thanks to all of you, as I have said before, volunteers are very special, you are my heroes, I am very proud to be associated with you all. 73!

 

Omer, AD7DY

 

March events

 

March 1st, Jerry N7YGE was one of several instructors who presented a Beginners Class On Digital Radio, in Montesano, WA. All participants reported a good turnout and an enjoyable class.  Thank You, Jerry!

 

March 5,  - Sound Shake 2008 drill took place. Participation by ARES Members was outstanding and a special Thanks to all of you. Our drills and exercises prepare us by practice, to perform to the best of our ability when and if the need should arise.

 

Upcoming Events

 

April 5th and 6th   Communication Academy

For information and registration           http://www.commacademy.org/2008/

There are several members attending from Mason County.

 

73's

Sandie KE7KKU

ARES AEC ADMIN