Purpose:
Specific training for Ward, Stake and Storehouse Emergency Communications Specialists. Any and all
interested in learning more about, or in developing, emergency communications networks and plans are also welcome.
Those of other faiths and organizations interested in emergency communications are invited to join us and share your ideas, knowledge and experience.

Dress:
Main session is in the Chapel, but Sunday attire is not required. Neat casual attire is requested. The Workshops will be held in other rooms of the building.

Breakouts:
There will be at least 5 Breakout sessions starting at 10:00am.  See the schedule for details

Show-and-tell:
In addition to the workshops we encourage you to set up a show-and-tell table in the Cultural Hall or a portable radio station inside or outside if you would like to share ideas on communications go-kits, portable antennas, stations etc. In the past this has been one of the favorite activities of the day by all in attendance.
Please -No commercial sales or swap-meet/garage sale type activities.

Refreshments this year are potluck:
Please feel free as individuals or as a stake to bring something to contribute.
Suggestions include breakfast type finger foods, Danish pastries, donuts, bagels, fruit, milk, juice, hot chocolate, etc.

Pre-Registration: If you plan to attend, please register on this website, or  RSVP to [email protected] with your Name, Callsign, Stake, Ward,
Calling, and Phone Number. We will add you to our distribution list for future announcements and events.
For additional information, contact Jerry Haar, (N6JKH) Northern California Bishop’s Storehouse ERC Coordinator,
916-884-4388 Email: [email protected].
Location
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
6711 Seasons Drive, Elk Grove CA 95758
Date & Time
March 18, 2023, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Schedule
Before 9:00 am
Check-in

Arrive early, check-in, have some breakfast snacks, meet face-to-face & network with the people you usually hear on the radio!  If you brought a show-and-tell project, this is a good time to get things setup.
9:00 AM
Main Session
Spiritual and Organizational and ERC Specific Topics (9:00 – 10:00)
We meet for the first hour in the chapel.
10:00 AM
To
1:00 PM
Breakout Sessions
Workshop Sessions include:
- Develop an Emergency Plan for your Ward or Stake
- New Ham Radio Operator Essentials
- Emergency Power, Generator, Solar, Making it All Work
- Emergency Communications Via Winlink Global Radio Email
- Berryessa Amateur Radio Klub (BARK) repeater presentation
1:00 PM
Shutdown, Clean-up, Drive home safely!
Join us on March 18
We look forward to hosting you!

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