Weather related training
- Skywarn Spotter Training (note you’ll need to create an account)
- Additional info on the NWS website
Amateur Radio Service
- ARES | Amateur Radio Emergency Communications
- R.A.C.E.S | Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service
- ARES & RACES FAQ
- U.S. Army MARS | U.S. Army Military Auxiliary Radio System
- AFMARS | Air Force Military Auxiliary Radio System
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) now requires all volunteers, including Amateur Radio operators, to be certified in at least the current versions of IS-100,IS-200, IS-700 and IS-800 course material. For non-governmental employees and others without access to classroom instruction, these courses are available as on-line independent-study courses that are free of charge.