What is ARES?
The Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) consists of licensed amateurs who have voluntarily registered their qualifications and equipment for communications duty in public service when disaster strikes.
Northwoods ARES Officials
- Emergency Coordinator: Ray Mark (KB9CBL)
- Assistant Emergency Coordinator: Steve Siefert (KC9MKE)
- Assistant Emergency Coordinator: Mike Bresnahan (KC9ZJF)
- Assistant Emergency Coordinator: Jim Smaglick (WD9BCR)
- Public Information Officer: Janet Siefert (KC9OGK)
Northwoods ARES Repeaters
| Repeater | Frequency | PL Code | Location |
| Primary Repeater | 146.940 | 114.8 | Rhinelander |
| Linked Repeater | 147.120 | 114.8 | Town of Lynne |
| Back-up Repeater | 147.195 | 114.8 | Minocqua |