5 December 2019 v5
We will meet at the McDonald’s at 13500 Russell Rd A, Quantico, VA 22134. This is the McDonald’s located on base, at the rear gate next to the Exchange. We will go from there to Daly Hall - 2079 Barnett Avenue and take the shuttles down to the race course. (Maps at the bottom).
NOTE: Beginning October 1, 2020, the federal government will require you to present this upgraded REAL ID compliant credential or another form of approved identification in order to board a domestic flight or to access secure federal facilities. Effective immediately, some military bases may no longer accept non-REAL ID compliant credentials which display “Federal Limits Apply.” If you do not have a REAL ID certifed drivers license, please make sure to have a REAL ID equivilent document, such as a passport or other federal ID.
We will meet at 0700. The shuttles start running at 0730.
Our primary mission is eyes on the course to provide safety and back up the Marine Corps Marathon personnel. In the event of a downed runner, contact OSV immediately. There will be an ambulance on site for the duration of the event under the command of Top Doc.
Equipment
An HT will be suitable for this event. Since we cannot drive to our locations, any equipment we carry will have to be portable. If you have a headset and boom mic, you may want to use them as well. A headset and boom are mandatory for the OSV. It will be noisy enough in there.
Weather Statement
As of today (3 December 2019), the weather on Saturday is going to be sunny. Lows of 24° and a high of 41°. Dress warm. There is no expectation of preceipitation, but there may be a wind chill factor that is not currently visible.
Operational Parameters
We will be operating simplex at 147.525, the normal ARES operational frequency. All stations should be close enough to hear each other.
Media Relations
Any questions asked by the public or the media, are to be directed to the Race Officials. If anyone has questions about Amateur Radio specifically, please direct them to me.
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