The tradition of public service is as old as amateur radio itself. In fact, the FCC recognizes the value of amateur radio's public service role in the rules which define the Amateur Radio Service:
Recognition and enhancement of the value of the amateur service to the public as a voluntary noncommercial communication service, particularly with respect to providing emergency communications [97.1(a)].
Public service events are excellent opportunities for hams to acquire
valuable training, improve on-air skills, and test equipment (sometimes beyond design limits, especially batteries and antennas). Hams also provide
an important contribution to the safety and well-being of their communities
through public service.
The Horseshoe Amateur Radio Club will provide communications services during the public events listed below. All amateurs are welcome to assist. Use the e-mail form to volunteer or to request additional information. You may also contact the club during the Sunday Evening Net, 7 pm, on W3QZF/R, 146.61/01 MHz, PL 123.0 Hz.
| 2008 Date | Event | Agency | Venue | Times | Coordinator |
| Sunday March 30 |
Ken Brumbaugh Run | YMCA | Altoona Horseshoe Curve |
12:00 PM ---2:30 PM |
Lois, WB3EFQ |
| Sunday April 20 |
MS Walk | MS Society | Hollidaysburg | 1:00 PM ---3:00 PM |
Brian, N3ZQY |
| Wednesday June TBA |
Rails-To-Trails Run | Rails-To-Trails | Williamsburg | 6:00 --- 8:00 PM |
Lois, WB3EFQ |
| Tuesday July 4 |
Intown Altoona Race | Altoona Running Club & YMCA | Altoona | 8:00 AM ---10:00 AM |
Roy, W3TEF |
| Saturday & Sunday July 19-20 |
MS 150-Mile Bike Ride | MS Society | Hollidaysburg to State College | 6:45
AM ---4:00 PM |
Drew, KA3EJV |
| Saturday August 2 |
Canoe Creek Triathlon | YMCA | Canoe Creek State Park | 9:00 AM ---11:30 AM |
Bill, KC3XO |
| Saturday & Sunday Oct. 17-18 |
Jamboree On The
Air (JOTA) |
Boy Scouts & Girl Scouts of America | TBA | 12:01 AM
Saturday ---11:59 PM Sunday |
(pending) |
Magnetic Signs for Public Service Events