[CW] Help Wanted: CW Operators

[Bill Cromwell]

Hi David,

How much better could your timing be? I have recently started listening 
to the NTS traffic nets again to start recovering my skills. Once upon a 
time I was a regular on QMN, the mMichigan Traffic Net (CW) and served 
as one of the NCS members. Also Navy MARS (remember them?). Then I was 
moved to second shift for more than twenty years. As we all know, 
emergencies will always wait until after the morning shift gets home 
from work, has supper, and clears away the dishes, NOT. But I was locked 
out and turned my attention to other productive things. Like the Fire 
Service and ARES.

I have been wondering if my time spent getting back on the horse is 
worthwhile. This has helped me decide to double down instead of abandoning.

73,

Bill  KU8H

On 4/27/19 5:55 PM, D.J.J. Ring, Jr. wrote:
> 
> We can always use people with experience or those who want to get
> experience.
> 
> During a major Federal disaster exercise in 2016, the CW portion of the
> traffic system scored an accuracy rate of 99.998 percent across over 10,200
> data points. The CW networks also scored the shortest message propagation
> times, that is; the time measured from when a message was tendered for
> origination in the simulated disaster area consisting of Alaska, Northern
> California, Idaho, Oregon and Washington State, to the time the message
> appeared in the data stream at the National Response Coordinating Center
> (NRCC) in Washington, D.C.
> 
> CW nets actually performed slightly better than the digital networks in
> terms of accuracy (the latter scored 99.997 percent across fewer data
> points), and considerably better in terms of measured propagation time
> through the network.
> 
> The exercise evaluation report is rather lengthy and includes quite a few
> tables showing the data collected. However, suffice to say, CW proved to be
> highly effective. Part of that success was related to the operators
> involved. Many had commercial or military experience while others were
> experienced CW traffic operators with regular net experience and solid
> communications skills developed over time. Simply put; *there is no
> replacement for training and experience.*
> 
> Traffic nets are an ideal way to learn REAL communications procedures. One
> must communicate over specific distances, at specific times, and under all
> propagation conditions. After all, disasters don't wait for optimum
> conditions. Perhaps equally important is the fact that the message content
> varies considerably. Every address is different. Telephone numbers and
> e-mails are unique. The variety in traffic work far exceeds the predictable
> content of casual QSOs or contest/sprint exchanges. If one can perform
> effectively on traffic nets, DXing and contesting will come much easier.
> 
> Most importantly....it's fun and challenging. There's real camaraderie in
> traffic work.
> 
> Here are a few resources to get one started:
> 
> http://radio-relay.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/RRI-Training-Manual-TR-001-2017-Draft-for-Distribution.pdf
> 
> 
> http://radio-relay.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/RRI-Introductory-Training-2018.pdf
> 
> 
> http://radio-relay.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/RRI-Traffic-Operations-Manual-2017-FINAL.pdf
> 
> http://radio-relay.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/RRI-TRAFFIC-OPERATIONS-AID-1720r3.pdf
> 
> Marty is right....we need a deeper bench and we need to be bringing new CW
> operators into the system. Last year's hurricane season proved that Amateur
> Radio is still needed in major disasters. Why not learn how to properly
> assist now?
> 
> 73,
> 
> James Wades (WB8SIW) - SKCC 6191
> Radio Relay International
> Central Area Staff
> 
> ALSO
> 
> 
> Operators at all levels are needed, but I am putting out a specific call 
> to those of you who are a little more seasoned to fill urgent needs in 
> some special assignments. Traffic handling experience is desired, but 
> not required, as training will be provided.
> 
> We all enjoy the amateur radio service as a hobby, but we also have an 
> obligation to serve. Traffic handling is an enjoyable endeavor and it 
> provides a life-line in the event of a catastrophic event.
> 
> As I mentioned above, operators are needed at all levels and I would 
> like to hear from all of those who are interested in serving, but there 
> is an urgent need for those in particular who have good code proficiency.
> 
> For more information, please contact me directly at: marty.ray at ...
> 
> Regards,
> Marty Ray N9SE
> Central Area Coordinator
> 
> 
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