Be a Vital Link in Emergency Communications in Hillsborough County and become a HAM Radio Operator

📡 Calling Hillsborough County Residents! Become a Vital Link in Emergency Communications!

Do you want to serve your community when it matters most? Join ARES (Amateur Radio Emergency Service) and RACES (Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service)—volunteer groups dedicated to providing crucial emergency communications during disasters and local events.

📻 Whether you are a seasoned radio operator or new to the world of HAM radio, there is a place for you. No experience? No problem! We will guide you through getting your FCC amateur radio license and provide hands-on training to build your confidence and skills. Go to our website below and view the training calendar and sign up for our next class today!

ADDRESS: 9450 E. Columbus Dr, Tampa, FL 33619

“There will be 2 training sessions to obtain your FCC License as noted below”!!!

DATE: July 26th and August 9th, 2025

0800 – 1700 aka (8:00 am to 5:00pm)

Amateur Radio "Technician License Class"

Amateur Radio "General License Class"

Why join?

• Be part of a trusted network ready to respond when cell towers go down.
• Train with fellow volunteers and local agencies.
• You will have the ability to communicate with friend and family when WIFI is down in any neighborhood in the USA and beyond.
• You can even talk to astronauts with the ISS, with the proper antenna equipment, so let us help you build an antenna to make it happen.
• Make a direct impact on disaster preparedness in Hillsborough County, by assisting with radio communications at the shelters. During inclement weather when evacuations are in order. We need more HAM Radio operators to staff the shelters!!!

📝 Ready to get started? Reach out today to learn more about how you can earn your HAM license and join ARES/RACES. Let’s keep our community connected—no matter what.

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