2022 MRC/MEF Run For Education
20th anniversary MRC/MEF 5K Run for education draws over a dozen CERT volunteers.
Tag: amateur radio
Testing, testing…
One of the critical tasks in emergency response is to communicate with first responders. For example, if you see someone who needs immediate help, you might dial 911. The first thing that the 911 dispatcher wants to know? Where are …
Ham Radio Testing During Social Distancing
Martinez CERT and our neighboring Martinez and Mt. Diablo Amateur Radio Clubs encourage everyone interested to get a ham radio license. It’s a tremendously useful skill, especially during disasters, emergencies, and power outages (assuming you have a hand-held radio or …
Amateur Radio License Training
During the most recent wildfires in California the only reliable means of communication was still via amateur radio. You can take the technician class and get your entry level license to get on the air. Classes are available starting in January through two of our local clubs.