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August 2025 NTS Letter
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Editor: Marcia Forde, KW1U - August 5, 2025
- ARRL - RRI Memorandum of Understanding
- Radiogram Portal Challenge Results
- ***Virtual NTS Training Net (VNTN) - new Zoom link***
- NTS Treasure Hunt
- NTS Committee Member Jay Fox, NK2Y, at ARRL Teachers Institute.
- NTS Operations Integrated in Eastern Massachusetts ARES "Summer Strike"
Exercise
- NTSTIN Sessions Postponed
- Message Delivery: You Never Know What's Going to Happen
- Burning River Traffic Net: A Half-Century of Amateur Radio Service and
Tradition
- What NOT to Infer from a Radiogram Signature
- Spotlight - Dave Rockwell, W4PXE
ARRL - RRI Memorandum of Understanding
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James Wades, WB8SIW
ARRL President Rick Roderick, K5UR, signs memorandum of understanding
between ARRL and RRI. [Photo courtesy of Phil Temples, K9HI]
[ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio (ARRL) and Radio Relay
International (RRI) formalized their relationship with the signing of a
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during the recent semi-annual meeting of
the ARRL Board of Directors. Both organizations will work together to
further improve and promote the National Traffic System (NTS). Many thanks
go to Phil Temples, K9HI, ARRL New England Division Vice Director and Chair
of the NTS subcommittee of the Emergency Communications - Field Services
Committee (EC-FSC), and James Wades, WB8SIW, Board Chairman of RRI, along
with Scott Yonally, N8SY, Chair of EC-FSC, for their efforts in bringing
this about. Chairman Wades writes about the cooperative efforts -Ed.]
Radio Relay International was formed in 2016 in response to what had been
seen as a long decline in NTS activity. Over several decades, NTS had become
mostly invisible in the broader Amateur Radio Service, and few initiatives
had been developed to encourage continued evolution of the system. It was
therefore the goal of the RRI founders to correct these deficiencies while
leveraging the value of NTS as a modern and relevant public service
communications asset.
Thanks to excellent support from the traffic-handling community, the
improvements to NTS didn't go unnoticed, resulting in renewed support for
the program by ARRL leadership. The result was the creation of a new ARRL
NTS2.0 Committee, the goals of which were closely aligned with those of RRI.
As a result, it seemed logical and beneficial to develop a Memorandum of
Understanding between our two organizations. The purpose of this MOU is to
encourage cooperation while preventing the development of conflicting or
duplicative standards. Most importantly, both ARRL and RRI agree that we
must work together to further modernize NTS while restoring its role as a
vital component in the Amateur Radio Service.
Within the context of this new spirit of cooperation, it is recognized that
ARRL retains an extensive field service organization of immense value. Along
with this infrastructure comes the many local relationships ideal to
establishing the "last mile" capabilities essential to an effective
communications process. It is also recognized that RRI has driven an
important evolutionary process, not just within NTS, but in the field of
emergency communications in general. The extensive work product of RRI
offers a tested and proven plan for continued NTS evolution.
It is no surprise that the Amateur Radio Service of today is much more
diverse than it was decades ago. Some of those obtaining FCC licenses are
doing so to support their own interests or to obtain access to
infrastructure. Others do not see themselves as part of a community of radio
amateurs. Within this environment, developing consensus and cooperation is
essential to establishing an effective volunteer base. Programs that unify
efforts will be important to the future of amateur radio.
Considerable goodwill on the part of both organizations went into the
development of this new agreement. We hope that all NTS volunteers
understand that the goal of those involved is entirely altruistic and in the
interest of the Amateur Radio Service. Won't you join us on this journey
into the future of NTS?
If you missed the press release announcing the MOU, please visit
www.arrl.org/news/radio-relay-international-and-arrl-sign-memorandum-of-unders
tanding.
For those unfamiliar with Radio Relay International, please visit our web
page at www.radiorelay.org.
Radiogram Portal Challenge Results
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In June, we announced a fun "contest" that challenged individuals to leave
messages for origination on the Radiogram Portal.
The rationale went something like this: Let's promote the use of the Portal
to both amateur and non-amateur audiences by boosting radiogram traffic,
while having fun at the same time.
Participants logged into the Portal each day and left at least one message
destined for a friend or family member. Those who qualified every day would
receive a special certificate and acknowledgement in The NTS Letter. (We
needed to cut short the challenge by a few days to meet the August NTS
Letter deadline.)
I'm pleased to report that seven participants met the challenge! They left
messages on the portal every day from July 1-28, and will receive a handsome
certificate for their accomplishments:
Michelle Roeten, K2MJR, Poughkeepsie, NY
Phil Temples, K9HI, Watertown, MA
Bill Novak, KA9IKK, Katy, TX
Shawn Dodds, N1CVO, Lowell, MA
Jay Fox, NK2Y, LaGrangeville, NY
Bill Smith, WX2DX, Port Matilda, PA
Rodney Youngblood, W5RFY, Splendora, TX
Honorable mention for depositing messages for five or more days goes to:
Clark Ross, KI5EYI, Kingwood, TX
Ed Messman, KT5EM, Katy, TX
Glenn Killam, VE1AQF, Saint Alphonse, NS, Canada
The Radiogram Portal, written by Jonathan Taylor, K1RFD, allows third
parties to deposit a message for origination and delivery via the National
Traffic System. The Portal is supported by a cadre of registered traffic
handlers ("radiogrammers") who check the site daily via a non-public
interface and pick up any messages for origination.
If you have questions about the Portal, contact Portal administrator Marcia
Forde, KW1U, at kw1u@xxxxxxx.xxx.
***Virtual NTS Training Net (VNTN) - new Zoom link***
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The Virtual NTS Training Net (VNTN) continues to meet on Wednesday evenings
at 7 PM Eastern time. Anyone interested in learning more about the NTS,
radiograms, traffic nets, and message relay is welcome. Shawn Dodds, N1CVO,
has been doing an excellent job in working with folks with varying levels of
experience - including none - but would benefit greatly from the ability to
share his screen for teaching purposes. For this reason, we have changed the
Zoom link. Effective Wednesday, August 6, the new link will be bitl.to/4tL3.
We look forward to seeing you there.
NTS Treasure Hunt
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Dan Rinaman, AC8NP
The amateur radio National Traffic System (NTS) Treasure Hunt is a
promotional event organized by the NTS Committee of the American Radio Relay
League (ARRL) to encourage participation in the NTS, a network of amateur
radio operators who relay messages (radiograms) across the U.S. and Canada.
The event aims to engage both new and experienced operators in practicing
message-handling skills in a fun, gamified format. Here's how it works.
The NTS Treasure Hunt is open to licensed amateur radio operators who can
check into NTS nets on designated frequencies and times.
No ARRL membership or Official Relay Station (ORS) appointment is required,
though encouraged for deeper involvement.
Participants send radiograms through the NTS to answer questions provided in
The NTS Letter. In the radiogram, the question in Round 1 is referred to as
THR1. Further questions are referred to as THR2, THR3 and THR4.
Also in The NTS Letter is the name and call sign of the judge to whom to
send the radiogram. Our judges are well-known in their locations, so the
address need only be name, call sign, city, state/province, and postal code.
When judges respond, they will indicate whether the answer was correct. If
it is not correct, you will be asked to please try again. Sometimes, they
will give you a clue as to where you may find the information needed.
Otherwise, they will send you the next question and to whom to send your
answer. Remember, we try to keep our messages shorter than 25 words but
sometimes we go over and you may also need to do the same.
Operators send radiograms, formatted according to ARRL/RRI standards, to
specific judges as part of the hunt.
The participants may use digital tools like the Radiogram Portal
(nts2.arrl.org/radiogram) or the Winlink RRI Radiogram Template (be sure to
select the correct liaison station at the bottom of the form) to generate
Radiograms which are then put into the NTS Digital Network (DTN).
Successful participants may earn certificates and be randomly selected for a
NTS mug for their message-handling efforts, recognizing their contribution
to the NTS.
Duration and Scope
The hunt typically runs for a two-month period and is announced in The NTS
Letter.
Purpose
- Encourages operators to practice formal message handling, a key skill for
emergency communications when normal systems fail.
- Promotes awareness of the NTS and its role in public service, especially
for ARES, RACES, and SKYWARN.
- Engages new operators by making traffic handling fun and rewarding,
countering the decline in routine message traffic due to modern
communication alternatives.
Good luck!
If you have any comments or suggestions, please email Dan Rinaman, AC8NP, at
ac8np@xxxxx.xxx. 73.
NTS Committee Member Jay Fox, NK2Y, at ARRL Teachers Institute.
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Jay Fox, NK2Y, has been an active member of the committee focusing on
revitalizing NTS. He is also a teacher and recently attended the ARRL
Teachers Institute and reports the following:
Having a grand time at the Teachers Institute, many new ideas for my
classes, the new high school radio club, and the staff curriculum position I
am moving into this September. Also was able to operate the W1AW station for
about an hour today on 20 M CW which was really very enjoyable.
Great news, Jay, and thanks for spreading the word about amateur radio to
today's youth!
NTS Operations Integrated in Eastern Massachusetts ARES "Summer Strike"
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Exercise
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Phil Temples, K9HI
ARRL Eastern Massachusetts ARESİ conducted a summer exercise on August 2,
2025, called "Summer Strike," and NTS health and welfare operations were
integrated into the plan. According to Eastern MA Section Emergency
Coordinator Rob Macedo, KD1CY, the exercise, held the same day as a
Section-wide exercise in Rhode Island, called for heavy wind and storm surge
damage to portions of coastal Massachusetts and Rhode Island. In addition,
western Massachusetts suffered from catastrophic flooding, limiting roadway
access to much of the state. The scenario called for simulated shelter
openings. The fictional devastating weather conditions compromised much of
the state's telecommunications infrastructure.
The summer ARESİ exercise utilized voice nets on 60 and 75 meters. NTS voice
traffic nets were also active on VHF repeaters, along with an HF NBEMS net
to handle health and welfare radiogram traffic.
Eastern MA Section Nets included:
EM2MTN (Eastern Mass 2 Meter Traffic Net) Voice FM
145.23- PL88.5 Boston
MARIDN (Mass - Rhode Island Digital Net)
Primary: 7042.5 kHz 40m USB THOR22 1500Hz center
Secondary: 3582.5kHz 80m USB THOR22 1500Hz center
NTSTIN Sessions Postponed
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The National Traffic System Training and Information Net (NTSTIN) has been
postponed indefinitely. Bill Leibengood, N8RWF, cites "lack of interest and
participation in this digital voice traffic net concept and reflector
hotspot connection issues" as reasons for indefinitely postponing this net.
However, he's optimistic about local traffic nets now holding training
sessions. Bill encourages all traffic handlers and would-be traffic handlers
to support their local, section, region, and area traffic nets.
For those who wish to learn traffic handling skills, please participate in
the Virtual NTS Training Net (VNTN), which meets on Zoom every Wednesday at
7:00 PM ET.
Bill adds, "Radiogram traffic handling is the backbone of amateur radio.
Let's continue to support it, advance it, and grow it from the grassroots
level."
Message Delivery: You Never Know What's Going to Happen
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Shawn Dodds, N1CVO
My two favorite things in ham radio are delivering radiograms and
ragchewing. Both are social interactions for me.
I started handling traffic in 1970, as a teen MARS member, relaying messages
between military bases in the Midwest and their families in the Tulsa area
where I lived. Of course, nearly all the traffic was family-related, there
was one telephone in the house, and if it rang, somebody answered. I got a
kick out of it and people appreciated it. Some "repeat customers" knew me by
name. Ah, the good old days..
I got back into traffic handling in 2023 after a 30-year hiatus from ham
radio. Much of the traffic nowadays seems to be bulk "welcome" messages and
it is great practice. I've read in some forums that some hams won't take
them for delivery because phone numbers are sometimes incorrect. I look at
it a bit like fishing: I might throw my line in the water a few times and
get nothing, but when I get a bite, it's rewarding and sometimes
entertaining. I would like to thank VE1AQF, NX9K, N9VC, NJAR, DL4FN, N1IQI,
and others for providing me with a "fishing hole." Nowadays, message
delivery can be fulfilling and rewarding, or frustrating, or saddening.
The Gratitude
In my very first delivery since the 1970s, I said "Hi I'm..", and the woman
said loudly, "Who is this, what do you want!?" I explained, and she was
excited by the welcome message and my offer to help her with advice. Later,
on the air, she told me that I was literally her first contact with a ham
after getting her license and considered me her first Elmer since I gave her
some tips. I was hooked again.
Many express their deep gratitude that anybody would even bother to send or
deliver something to them. Many are lost as to how to get started, and I
help them as much as can, telling them about repeaters and clubs in their
area. This gives me a good feeling and makes me feel like an ambassador of
goodwill for amateur radio.
One wanted a copy of the radiogram to post on his wall. I had it in a PDF
and emailed it to him. In another case, the guy was standing in a field in
Kentucky which he had inherited, but he received my call and answered. He
told me later that after getting that call, he knew he was in the right
hobby, where a lot of people care. He was at an exam session to upgrade, and
I was one of the VEs. Seeing my ballcap with N1CVO on it, he immediately
remembered my call sign - even after a year - and he thanked me in person
for the first call I made to him. In a delivery to a 10-year-old, I reached
the father who pulled to the side of the road and gave it to his son. In a
delivery to a local 85-year-old, he offered to buy me a beer.
The Entertainment
The following exchange was probably the most entertaining. I called one
recipient on his smartphone.
Him: Hello?
Me: Hi, I'm Shawn, amateur call N1CVO. Am I speaking with <name> <callsign>?
Him: How did you know I was on?
Me: What?
Him: How did you get ahold of me?
Me: Um, I called your phone from my phone, and you answered.
Him: Yeah, but how did you know I was on?
Me: I just called your phone.
Him: Isn't this over radio?
Me: Well, cellular radio, but not ham radio.
Him: Well, I just installed and finished configuring Echolink on my phone;
the phone rang and I assumed that you knew that I was here and online.
Me: Um, no. That's not the way Echolink works.
After some more explanation on my part, I delivered the message.
Although handling instructions are almost always HXG, I send a letter or
postcard if I cannot connect by phone. Some reply, some don't. Again, it's
like fishing.
I met one ham on-air to whom I had delivered a message. We chatted about
traffic handling and now he's doing traffic handling, including digital.
I mentioned to one new ham that if I hadn't contacted him on the phone, I
would have sent him a postcard. He asked for a postcard anyway and I sent
it. When he upgraded to General, I heard traffic for him on a net and
grabbed it. I called him, and he asked for another postcard, and the same
thing happened when he upgraded to Extra. He calls them his first QSL cards.
I always ask what got them into the hobby. I'm amazed at the reasons, many
of which intermingle their other hobbies with ham radio. A drone operator
wanted to use amateur frequency drones. A person whose main hobby was
astronomy built an observatory on a hill behind his house, and he wanted to
build a gigahertz system to control the telescope and view what it was
pointed at. In another case, three students who wanted to launch their own
weather balloon were licensed so they could put APRS and a repeater on the
balloon. The list goes on.
The Frustration
There are also multiple sources of frustration, such as the "disconnected"
numbers and unreturned voicemails (often due to the onslaught of
telemarketing/scam calls). I called one new ham who answered, and after
introducing myself as a fellow ham, he kept trying to find out what my
"angle" was. "Okay, what are you trying to sell me?" "Okay then, what are
you advertising?" By the time he upgraded, and I had called him with a
congratulatory message, he had turned around.
Some Sadness
I deliver the "your license is expiring" messages from Loren, N1IQI, with a
sense of urgency. Some say "thanks, already did it," and others thank Loren
and me for reminding them. There is sadness, however, when delivering one of
these messages one finds that the recipient is now a Silent Key. I always
research before dialing a phone number.
And That's My Emotional Journey
I find it mostly rewarding to deliver the messages, to answer their
questions (if any) and to have a good, friendly discussion over the phone.
As a VE, I pass out a "help" sheet to passing applicants, and one of the
items on that sheet is the possibility of them receiving a radiogram. I'm
retired, live in a condo and don't really contest or chase DX. Traffic
handling and delivery keeps me quite busy, reasonably prepared to handle
Welfare traffic if necessary, and happy to be helping others out.
Burning River Traffic Net: A Half-Century of Amateur Radio Service and
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Tradition
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Keith Cook, KD8GXL, BRTN Manager
The Burning River Traffic Net (BRTN), a local network on the American Radio
Relay League's (ARRL's) National Traffic System (NTS), celebrated its 50th
anniversary on June 21, 2025. Since its inception in 1975, the BRTN has been
an active player in the NTS's nationwide network for relaying formal written
messages to the Cleveland area and all of north central Ohio, as well as
fostering a strong sense of community among amateur radio operators.
A History of Service and Communication
The net was conceived by a group of Cleveland area ham operators needing
outlets for messages destined for communities outside the local telephone
exchange. At that time, it was a long-distance phone call to counties
surrounding Cleveland. Hoping to provide a "frequency" for northern Ohio ham
operators to meet and exchange "local traffic," Jerry Spencer, WB8OZA / K8OZ
(SK); John Thomas, WB8JSC / AB8Z; Lou Myde, WN8PSO (SK), and Jeff Dettmer,
WB8PIY, started the net on 146.46 simplex. Looking to associate the net with
its service area, John suggested the name "Burning River" in reference to
the 1969 fire on the Cuyahoga River in Cleveland. To increase the net's
coverage area, it was later moved to the Lorain County Amateur Radio Club's
repeater, KC8BED (147.150).
For five decades, the Burning River Traffic Net has been a reliable
communication lifeline, standing ready to serve as a vital link when other
forms of communication fail. The net, which now operates primarily on the
local W8HF repeater (145.230), serves as a local hub for handling messages
or traffic west of the Cuyahoga River and all of north central Ohio. Members
of the net relay both formal ARRL messages such as greetings,
congratulations, and personal communications, as well as health, welfare and
emergency information, providing a vital service to the community as a
whole. During the Hurricane Katrina disaster, one net member - Lew Parson,
N8IXF (SK) - passed thousands of health and welfare messages from those
affected by the calamity to worried friends and family in the north central
Ohio area.
Since its start, the net has played an active role in radio communications.
Net members operate their own equipment with many having backup power
sources. This redundancy provides a network of amateur radio stations that
can stay on the air, ensuring that critical messages get through. Members of
the BRTN meet every Monday, Thursday and Saturday at 9:30 PM local time or
whenever amateur radio communications are needed for disasters or public
service events. The net is a reliable avenue of communication in times of
disaster for the Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARESİ) as well as other
public service organizations which find themselves in need of additional
communication alternatives.
The National Traffic System is a daisy chain of networks that relay messages
one to the other. The BRTN is the last stop in the north central Ohio area
for traffic addressed to locations west of the Cuyahoga River. Messages
addressed to areas east of the river go to the BRTN's good friends at the
Tri-County Traffic Training Net (TCTTN). The two nets work together to make
sure messages get to their destinations. The coverage was originally set up
by telephone area codes and station locations so that traffic could be
passed without making a toll call. Today, with cell phones, they still make
an effort to deliver messages within their designated areas unless an
operator is unavailable to handle the traffic. Up from the Local net is the
Section net. These messages are handled by high frequency radio operators on
the Ohio Single Side Band Net. Several HF net liaisons check into the BRTN,
including Don Zickefoose, WB8SIQ; Ron West, N8OD; David Kazdan, AD8Y, and
Dave Gulyas, W8DJG.
A Commitment to Education and Training
In addition to its role in message handling and emergency communications,
the BRTN has been a cornerstone for training and mentorship. Many amateur
radio operators, especially those new to the hobby, have learned the ropes
of message handling and net operation by joining the BRTN. The net is known
for its welcoming and supportive atmosphere, where operators of all skill
levels are encouraged to participate. The net even gets a check-in from time
to time from the Case Amateur Radio Club's station, W8EDU, at Case Western
Reserve University, with newly licensed hams sending their first messages.
The Burning River Traffic Net has been an excellent place for new hams to
learn about formal message handling and to get a feel for net operations on
a directed net.
Looking Ahead
As the Burning River Traffic Net looks ahead to its next 50 years, its
mission remains the same: to provide a reliable, efficient, and welcoming
environment for amateur radio operators to practice message handling and
support their community. With new technologies and networks continuing to
emerge, the BRTN is poised to adapt and continue its legacy as a vital part
of ARRL's message handling system.
The net's longevity is a testament to the dedication and passion of amateur
radio operators who have devoted countless hours to ensuring the flow of
communication across the country, regardless of conditions or circumstances.
As the sun sets on its golden anniversary, the BRTN stands not only as a
symbol of the past but also as a beacon for the future of amateur radio.
What NOT to Infer from a Radiogram Signature
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Phil Temples, K9HI
We all know that radiogram signatures contain information identifying the
person who created the message content. But should you infer from the
signature a return address for a service message? No!
It's a mistake to generate a radiogram in response to an ARL SIXTY SEVEN
("Your message number _____ undeliverable because of _____. Please
advise."), HXC ("Report date and time of delivery (TOD) to originating
station."), or HXD ("Report date and time of delivery (TOD) to originating
station.") to the person/call sign in the signature. When these situations
arise, you should generate that service message to the station of origin. Do
not assume the signatory is the station of origin-even if there is a call
sign accompanying the name.
This is important, so let me repeat it again: If you need to send a service
message, go to the station of origin in the message header, NOT the signatory.
Even veteran traffic handlers make the mistake of assuming the person in the
signature is the one to whom they send a service message, especially when
they spot an amateur call sign. But I can tell you from experience: I
frequently allow other traffic handlers to originate my messages via the
Radiogram Portal or even telephone or email, only to later receive a service
message sent directly to me. This leaves the station of origin-the one who
actually needs this information-clueless as to the disposition of their
originated message. So, be kind to your fellow traffic handlers and send
responses to their proper places!
[Originator = person whose signature is at the end of the message - may not
be an amateur radio operator.
Station of Origin = Amateur radio operator who formats the originator's
message into a radiogram and sends it over the air. -Ed.]
Spotlight - Dave Rockwell, W4PXE
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Dave Rockwell, W4PXE [Photo]
Dave Rockwell, W4PXE, serves as Section Traffic Manager for the West Central
Florida Section (WCF). Originally from Massachusetts, Dave has worked in the
communications-electronics field since 1972, when he was chief engineer at
college radio stations WBIM and WPEP in Taunton, MA. He joined the Air Force
in 1975 following graduation and initially served as a radio repairman,
maintaining HF, VHF, and UHF radiotelephone equipment. After receiving a
Bachelor of Science degree from New Mexico State University in 1980, he
completed Officer Training School and became a Communications-Electronics
Engineering Officer. He ultimately moved from radio into computer systems,
retiring from the Air Force in 1995, and began doing government contracting
in the Washington, DC area, where he also went on to obtain a Master of
Science degree in systems engineering. After relocating to Florida, he
joined the Coast Guard Auxiliary where he focused on becoming a
Telecommunications Operator (TCO). It was then that his attention turned
back to radio, and he received his Technician, General, and Extra class
amateur radio licenses in 2013. Since that time, his focus has been on
public service communications.
Dave currently serves not only as Section Traffic Manager but also Section
Emergency Coordinator. Formerly net manager of the WCF Eagle Net, the NTS
net for the Section, Dave remains active in handling message traffic. He has
developed forum presentations in traffic handling and net operations and
recently has worked with the section media manager to deliver a monthly ARES
Communicator Letter as they reinvigorate the WCF ARES program. His various
other radio appointments include ARRL Volunteer Examiner, Technical
Specialist, Official Relay Station, and Registered License Instructor.
One might wonder what Dave does in his spare time, HI! Thanks to Dave for
all his contributions, not only to the NTS, but to amateur radio in general.
NTSİ Resources
The National Traffic Systemİ (NTSİ) is a network of amateur radio operators
who move information during disasters and other emergencies. General
messages offering well-wishes also move through the NTSİ to help test the
system and to help amateur radio operators build traffic handling skills.
While the NTSİ is primarily set up to serve the United States and Canada, it
is possible to move traffic internationally through the NTSİ via various
local, regional, area, and international network connections.
NTS 2.0
NTS Manual
NTS Methods and Practices Guidelines
Handling Instructions
Numbered Texts
Form Encoding Rules for Form
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