Quick Look at SCARES
The SCARES Club and individual members of the club work directly with the Georgetown-Scott County Emergency Management Agency to provide alternative communications for Skywarn observation and reporting, flood situations, snowstorms, lost person searches, community service, and other unforeseen emergencies.
Annual drills, tests, and alerts are conducted by SCARES as well as through Emergency Management. The club, with the aid and support of Emergency Management, purchased a repeater and continues to add to its functions and capabilities.
The club also supports other City/County agencies as requested by Emergency Management and other external entities.
Club Services & Content
SCARES 2021 Christmas Group Photo
Disaster & Emergency Services
In preparation for a real emergency, SCARES club members participate in emergency drills and exercise along with other Scott County Emergency Service Agencies.
Skywarn spotter program
SKYWARN® storm spotters form the nation’s first line of defense against severe weather. There can be no finer reward than to know that your efforts have given your family and neighbors the precious gift of time/minutes that can help save lives.
amateur study classes
SCARES members teach free classes in radio theory, electronics, radio wave, propagation, etc. to prepare a new amateur or upgrade to challenge the FCC examinations.
ARRL Affiliated Club
Since 2013 SCARES has been an officially affiliated club with the American Radio Relay League.