Waupaca County ARES
Amateur Radio Emergency Communications
FEMA Baseline Courses
This Independent study course introduces ICS and provides the foundation for higher level ICS training. It describes the history, features and principles, and organizational structure of the system. This course also explains the relationship between ICS and NIMS.
IS-700 Course Materials
Within Six (6) Months of becoming an ARES/RACES operator, completion of FEMA's ICS-100 and IS-700 certifications is a requirement. For course materials and information, visit the above baseline courses (by clicking on the Read More buttons). Waupaca County ARES/RACES members who complete their ICS-100 and IS-700 certifications can submit their certifications to Dave Chroninger (WB9GBG) at: condor46@wi-net.com
NWS Green Bay Handouts/Other Resources:
These handouts are free to download, print and/or distribute as you need. If you have any questions about them, please reach out to the office: nws.greenbay@noaa.gov
Skywarn Tri-Fold Spotter Brochure-- .pdf format
Skywarn Measuring Snowfall for NWS Green Bay -- .pdf format
Skywarn Weather Spotter's Field Guide -- .pdf format
Skywarn Hail size chart -- .pdf format
NOAA Weather Radio Information
NOAA Weather Radio Information -- NWS Green Bay area
Radar Interpretation
The radar training is not required to become a spotter, but is recommended for advanced spotters or net control operators.
Introduction to the WSR-88D NWS Doppler Radar -- Basic Doppler radar overview
Doppler Weather Radar Fundamentals -- Fundamentals of Doppler weather radar operations & how to interpret common phenomena
Dual Polarization Radar Fundamentals -- Dual-pol radar information
Severe Weather
Severe Weather 101 -- Severe weather basics
EF Tornado Scale -- Enhanced Fujita Scale