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Interested in joining ARES®?

How can I apply?

Please download, print, and fill out a paper copy. When you've finished filling it in, please email a copy to Steve Wooten.

Download the Application


What do we do?

The Amateur Radio Emergency Service® (ARES®) provides emergency communications to "Served Agencies" such as fire and police departments, the American Red Cross, the National Weather Service, hospitals, and others. Many ARES® teams also provide communications for public service events such as marathons, parades, bike riding events, and boat races. Individual ARES® teams are organized at the county level in Missouri. This is the Web site of the ARES® team serving St. Louis City and County, Missouri.

Other commonly asked questions

ARRL Facts sheet for ARES

Field Day 2024 - Millenium Park (behind BJC West Hospital)