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ELS Application

Application for Emergency Liaison Station Designation

If you are interested in being designated as an ARRL Emergency Liaison Station (ELS), please comlete the application below. Once the application is received, we will verify that you have your Section Manager's recommendation and HQ staff will review your application. You will then be informed on the status of your application.

First Name *

Last Name *

Call Sign *

License Class *

Address *

Address *

City *

State *

Zip Code *

Home Phone *

(XXX) XXX-XXXX

Cell Phone *

(XXX) XXX-XXXX

Your email address *

Do you have a high speed internet connection? *

YesNo

Do you have a primary and back up HF transceiver capable of operation of 80, 40, and 20 meter bands? *

YesNo

Do you have a computer in your station capable of interfacing to your HF transceiver as described in the article on how to set up http://www.arrl.org/files/file/Public%20Service/Echolink20HF2029.pdf *

YesNo

Describe your antennas for the 80, 40, and 20 meter bands. (Be specific) *

How would you describe your proficiency with Echolink? *

Beginner userIntermediate userAdvanced user

Are you capable of serving as a control operator for long periods of time? *

YesNo

Describe your station's emergency power system. *

This application will be sent to the ARRL's Emergency Preparedness Manager for review. If you are selected as an ELS you and your Section Manager will be notified and additional instructions will follow.

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