Local ham radio operators will join others around the hemisphere for their annual field day exercise this weekend. Reporter Mike Lipsitz invites you to see the invaluable service they provide…
When the Basin was rocked by the Landers Quake in June 1992, local ham Radio operators commandeered the airwaves helping to get emergency aid to those in need. Volunteer ham Radio operators assist with non-emergency community events as well. Local amateur operators will join thousands of others in remote locations across the U.S. and Canada June 22 and 23. Known as Field Day, the training exercise helps improve knowledge and operating skills, prepare operators for emergencies, and will introduce the public to the world of amateur ham radio. Morongo Basin Amateur Radio Club’s Field Day will be at the Yucca Mesa Community Center at 3133 Balsa Ave. in Yucca Valley and goes for 24 hours starting at 10 a.m. The public is invited.
FIELD DAY FOR LOCAL HAM RADIO OPERATORS THIS WEEKEND
