Content in the PUBLIC SERVICE category

Content (e.g. blog posts, information pages, and files/links) about the activities of the RRRA ARES Committee and the “voluntary noncommercial communication service, particularly with respect to providing emergency communications” (“Amateur Radio Service.” 47 “CFR” 97.1(a). 2016.), provided to the public by Amateur Radio operators.
Public Service

Jingle Bell Run Radio Operators Needed

Radio Operators are needed to provide public service communication support for the 2018 Jungle Bell Run on Saturday, December 1st.

Operators will be stationed along the course and should meet at the Courts Plus fireplace at 8:15 AM to obtain their assignments. The race starts at 9:00 AM.

The Jingle Bell Run is an excellent opportunity for new Amateur Radio Operators to familiarize themselves with event support net operations in a relaxed setting.

Please contact  if you would like to volunteer for, or have any questions about, this event.

Public Service

Sign Up for the Moorhead ICS 700 100 Class

The City of Moorhead is presenting a free ICS 700 / 100 class on October 2nd, 2018, at the Minnesota State University Center of Business, 721 11th St S, Room 105.

This class is an introduction to the Incident Command System and is required for anyone who could be involved in an emergency / disaster response.

Please register on-line for this class

The class will start at 8:30 and will conclude prior to 12:30. Attendees are asked to park in lot G2, located west of the building.

Public Service

Cass County Radio Operator Badge Photo Session on September 18th

A photo session for the new Cass County (ARES) Radio Operator badges will be held from 5:30pm to 7:30pm (during the ARES and Business meetings) on Tuesday, September 18th.

This session is for RRRA Members who previously submitted a Radio Operator ID Application & Background Check Consent form.

A follow-up session may be planned for those unable to attend the September meetings.

Please contact the if you have any questions.