Online and In-Person
Most EMCOMM training is now done online through ARRL, FEMA, the American Red Cross, the National Weather Service (Skywarn), and others (see Winlink Resources below).
If you are a new ham radio operator, please reach out to the Virginia Amateur Radio Emergency Services (VA ARES) Emergency Coordinator (EC) for Culpeper County, Mike Moore K4MVM, for training opportunities that might be available locally or online.
Winlink Resources
Winlink is considered the premiere “tool” for ham radio operators involved in emergency communication. If you are a ham, test the Winlink waters and practice your skills!
Everything you need to know to get started with Winlink Global Radio Email.
Check out these sites to hone your skills, too!
Wednesday – The Original Winlink Wednesday.
Thursday – ETO Thursday, every Thursday. Go to https://emcomm-training.org/Winlink_Thursdays.html for details.
Friday – American Legion Post 42, every Friday. Go to https://groups.io/g/AMLEGPost42WinlinkNet for details