If you are interested in joining, we currently offer two levels of membership, in keeping with our goal of supporting our City while maintaining a club focused on hobbies that emphasize fun and learning in ham radio.
General Membership: Anyone can join if they wish, and stay up to date with all things Amateur Radio within Sachse and beyond! Experiment have fun, that's what it's all about!!!
We don't charge Dues!
We have a Groups.io !! Please take a look at the join at the bottom of the page!.
To become a volunteer ARES/RACES member, here are the requirements:
If you wish to join the Volunteer side of the Club and are already a CERT member, a city volunteer, or a city employee, please let me know, and I can add you to the ARES/RACES roster.
Suppose you're new to the club, the city, or the hobby and wish to join the ARES/RACES side of the house to play in our city's sandbox. In that case, you must undergo a background check, and there are a couple of Training requirements to participate in weather events or call-outs that may be requested of us to support our city.
Minimum requirements:
A passing background check. Download Here!
Email this form to greg@sachsecert.org
Once a background check is cleared, a unit number will be issued! YAY!
The following tasks can be completed over time, but are still required.
Attend a SKYWARN training every 2 years, either online or in person. Take online FEMA trainings 1 time online free via the FEMA website:
Links:
ICS 100
Send the Passing certificate to greg@sachsecert.org