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CAARA RACE SUPPORT and PUBLIC SERVICE EVENTS
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Volunteers Needed
CAARA is always looking for ham volunteers to assist with the Race Safety Support program and with other Public Service Events that CAARA supports. Volunteering for these activities is great training for emergency preparedness, it is social and fun, and it benefits the runners in races we support by providing a radio safety net and benefits other public activities such as parades and celebrations by assisting with safety of participants and event logistics.
CAARA is a ARRL recognized Special Service Club and we strive to live up to that honor.
Safety Support is a team endeavor. Real-time training is provided to all volunteers. Licensed hams do not even need a radio, the club can provide dual band HTs for volunteers.
Volunteering can be on a trial basis with no long-term commitment. Join the team!
Interested? Email Kevin, K1KL to learn more or sign-up.
Half-Marathons Our Largest Activity
CAARA provides Radio Safety Net support for all YouKanRun sponsored races in the greater Cape Ann area. Races are mostly on Sunday mornings and generally begin at 8:00 or 9:00 a.m. We are usually "on station" at 7:30 or 8:30 a.m. and typically finish by 12:00 p.m. Each race typically has a Net Controller, 6 checkpoints, a lead car and a trail car operated by our volunteers.
See information on future races below. Sign up for a future race now and request a preferred available checkpoint or role.
Guidance for CAARA Race Volunteers
Pick Your Spots!
Find a preferred check point (CP) or vehicle role (Lead or Trail Vehicle) in each of the races in which you can participate and Kevin, K1KL to request your preferences. If you are looking to be a new participant, Kevin will pair you up with a veteran for your first race experience.
Fool's Dual March 28, 2026 (Sat.)
3 More Volunteers Needed
Please Email Kevin, K1KL
If You Can Help
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Marblehead April 12, 2026 (Sun.)
3 More Volunteers Needed
Please Email Kevin, K1KL
If You Can Help
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Twin Lights May 3, 2026 (Sun.)
3 More Volunteers Needed
Please Email Kevin, K1KL
If You Can Help
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Barns and Blooms May 3, 2026 (Sun.)
4 More Volunteers Needed
Please Email Kevin, K1KL
If You Can Help
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Twin Lobster June 7, 2026 (Sun.)
2 More Volunteers Needed
Please Email Kevin, K1KL
If You Can Help
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Town & Country June 28, 2026 (Sun.)
4 More Volunteers Needed
Please Email Kevin, K1KL
If You Can Help
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IPA July 19, 2026 (Sun.)
4 More Volunteers Needed
Please Email Kevin, K1KL
If You Can Help
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Triple Threat August 2, 2026 (Sun.)
3 More Volunteers Needed
Please Email Kevin, K1KL
If You Can Help
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By-The-Sea September 13, 2026 (Sun.)
4 More Volunteers Needed
Please Email Kevin, K1KL
If You Can Help
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PortRun September 27, 2026 (Sun.)
5 More Volunteers Needed
Please Email Kevin, K1KL
If You Can Help
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Around Cape Ann October 18, 2026 (Sun.)
4 More Volunteers Needed
Please Email Kevin, K1KL
If You Can Help
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Ocean View November 1, 2026 (Sun.)
5 More Volunteers Needed
Please Email Kevin, K1KL
If You Can Help
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Happy Holidays December 6, 2026 (Sun.)
3 More Volunteers Needed
Please Email Kevin, K1KL
If You Can Help
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