====== ARES Task Book ======

I'm going to boil down the information posted at the [[http://www.arrl.org/ares|ARRL ARES]] page into something a little more digestible.

<callout type="info" icon="true">This process is a whole lot simpler if you join a local club and talk with the folks there.  Find a local club - [[:atl_metro_clubs|Atlanta Metro Clubs]].</callout>

The task book is pretty self-explanatory, but there are a few things to note:
  * There are tasks marked with a **R** for //Required// tasks.
  * There are tasks marked with a **O** for //Optional// tasks.
  * There are tasks marked with a **E** for //Encouraged// tasks.

The Skill Levels have been updated in 2024:

  * **Basic -** Entry level into ARES®, includes skills learned when obtaining an Amateur Radio license and basic coursework.
  * **Intermediate -** Set of skills desired by ARES® obtained through coursework and training.
  * **Advanced -** Increased skill set that initiates a pathway to leadership positions and assignments.

=====Step 1=====
<text size="large">Contact your local EC (Emergency Coordinator).</text>

If you don't know who your EC is, head to [[https://gaares.org/?page_id=368|Georgia ARES]] and search for your county. Reach out and let them know you are interested in ARES.  In my experience, they are the most patient folks that I have met in the hobby.

=====Step 2=====
<text size="large">Download the ARES Task Book.</text>

[[http://www.arrl.org/files/file/ARES%20Taskbook%20July%202024.pdf|ARES Task Book]] - July 2024 Edition\\


=====Step 3=====
<text size="large">Start your online training courses</text>

You will have to take a few online courses. //This is outlined in your Task Book.//

	

<callout type="info" icon="true">The Emergency Management Institute (EMI) offers self-paced courses designed for people who have emergency management responsibilities and the general public. All are offered free-of-charge to those who qualify for enrollment.

[[https://training.fema.gov/is/info.aspx|Follow this link for more information on SID recovery, Student Portal, and course navigation.]]</callout>


The required courses for ARES Basic Level are:
  * [[https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-100.c&lang=en|IS-100 (IS-100.c)]] Introduction to the Incident Command System
  * [[https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-700.b&lang=en|IS-700 (IS-700.b)]] National Incident Management System
  * [[https://learn.arrl.org/courses/67044#|Basic Emcomm course]]
 

The required courses for ARES Intermediate Level are:
  * [[https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-200.c&lang=en|ICS-200 (IS-200.c)]] Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response
  * [[https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-800.d&lang=en|IS-800.D]] National Response Framework, An Introduction
  * [[https://learn.arrl.org/courses/68230#|Intermediate EmComm course]]



<text size="large">Even though Skywarn Training is now optional, it's a lot of fun and easy to complete.</text>
  * [[https://www.weather.gov/ffc/skywarnsched|SkyWarn Spotter]] Basic Training