Amateur, or ham radio, is both a hobby and a service in which participants, called "hams," use various types of radio communications equipment to communicate with other radio amateurs for public service, recreation and self-training.
Sarasota County ACS : Volunteers don't get paid, not because they're worthless, but because they're priceless. ~Sherry Anderson. 10:28 PM Oct 18, 2008 view more
The Sarasota County Auxiliary Communications Service is made up of Sarasota County Amateur Radio operators dedicated to volunteering their time, equipment, and skills for emergency communications needs. This reserve of volunteers, working as one organization, provides communications for Sarasota County Emergency Management during times of need.
Who I'd like to meet:
Other Sarasota County Amateur Radio operators dedicated to providing Emergency Communications during disasters.