Often called “ham radio,” the Amateur Radio Service has been around for a century. In that time, it’s grown into a worldwide community of licensed operators using the airwaves with every conceivable means of communications technology. Its people range in age from youngsters to grandparents.

But despite the development of very complex, modern communications systems — or maybe because they ARE so complex — ham radio has been called into action again and again to provide communications in crises when it really matters. Amateur radio people are well known for their communications support in real disaster and post-disaster situations, especially those that effect Central Louisiana such as hurricanes and tornadoes. We are proud to partner with our local HAM RADIO organization.

 

Thanks again for the opportunity to partner with you and we look forward to next year. By the way, tell the International Space Station hello for RPSO next time.