[MARA_announcements] Boston Marathon Volunteer Appeal

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Relayed from Rob Macedo KD1CY

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*Boston Marathon - Volunteer Appeal*
This year we have worked hard to build up our volunteer numbers so that 
the mission may be accomplished.  Unfortunately we’ve been met with 
lower than hoped for volunteer applications.  So here’s our urgent 
appeal for help.

Please spread the word, personally, that comms volunteers are needed at 
the Marathon.  In particular, we are seeking Amateur Radio 
communications for Course Medical tents, Hydration stations, 
Transportation medical Sweep and Express buses, and operators in the 
Course Net Control Operations Center.

Please tell your local Amateur Radio clubs and your licensed friends 
about the need.

To volunteer, send the following information immediately to
contact at hamradioboston.org:

    - Full Name
    - Address
    - Amateur Radio Call Sign
    - Do you have a current Red Cross or other CPR certification
    - What is your jacket size (Male/Female)
    - What is your assignment area preference


*THANK YOU* for stepping up as a volunteer.  You are a vital part of a
highly-trained, able team of Amateur Radio *communications specialists 
*who are making a huge, and very positive impact on this complex and 
expansive event.  We cannot possibly thank you enough and simply cannot 
do the job without everyone’s enthusiasm, energy, and super volunteer 
spirit!

Yours sincerely,
*Boston Marathon Communications Committee*
contact at HamRadioBoston.org <contact at hamradioboston.org>
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73,
Phil McNamara
Emergency Operations Center Communications
508-947-9950 (office)
508-947-9947 (home)
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