1.   What is the National Traffic System (NTS)?

  •   The “RELAY” in American Radio Relay League (ARRL)

  •   Started in 1915 as the formal ARRL system to relay messages around the country

  •   Transmit & Receive Modes: Voice, CW, Packet

  •   NTS and Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES)

  •   Requirements to join: Any level Ham license & interest

  •   ARRL Field Organization Appointments: Official Relay Station (ORS) & Section Traffic Manager (STM).

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