The Fort Myers Amateur Radio Club is hosting an annual nationwide emergency preparedness exercise and public outreach event demonstrating the critical role of amateur radio in post-disaster recovery.
The 24-hour American Radio Relay League Field Day event runs from noon June 28 until noon June 29 at North Fort Myers Community Park, 2000 Recreation Park Way, North Fort Myers.
This event shows how amateur radio can function under emergency-like conditions, utilizing emergency power and deployable antennas. Visitors will have the opportunity to observe operations, ask questions, and even get on the air under supervision.
The Fort Myers Amateur Radio Club is a volunteer group of licensed ham radio operators affiliated with the American Radio Relay League, the national association for amateur radio. Members of the Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES), who provide backup communication systems during emergencies, will also be participating.
When traditional communication infrastructure fails, amateur radio becomes an indispensable lifeline. This event highlights the resilience and resourcefulness of amateur radio operators and their ability to provide vital communication services during emergencies and disaster recovery efforts. It also serves as an educational opportunity for the public to understand the importance of amateur radio preparedness.
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