I enjoy engaging in amateur radio public service activities throughout the year. The bulk of my work is with the Cape Ann Amateur Radio Association (CAARA), which runs runner safety nets for half marathons March through December (and where I help coordinate volunteer staffing). I also participate in other events as they become available, including the Boston Marathon, Head of the Charles, and others.
This is a record of my public service activities.
IPA Half Marathon July 2025 - 2025-07-20
I was stationed at checkpoint 2 near the intersection of Scotland Rd. and Scotland Heights in Newbury, MA. I set up shop a little bit down the road at the Wet Meadows area, part of the Greenbelt. When I wasn't paying attention to the race I was able to watch the cows.
Twin Lobster Half Marathon June 2025 - 2025-06-01
I was stationed at checkpoint 3 near the intersection of Eastern Pt. Rd. & Grapevine Rd. in Gloucester, MA. This was right by the ocean and there was a constant onshore breeze, so I ended up setting up a camping chair inside my van where I would have a little shelter. The view from here was gorgeous; you can find photos from the event here.
Barns and Blooms Half Marathon May 2025 - 2025-05-17
I was stationed at Checkpoint 2 near the corner of Essex Rd. and Northgate Rd. in Ipswich, MA. You can see checkpoint locations on my map of the event. You can find a small number of photos here. I parked at the lot for the Castle Neck River Reservation, part of the Greenbelt.
BAA Boston Marathon April 2025 - 2025-04-21
This was my first year volunteering at the Boston Marathon. The Boston Marathon is one of the largest amateur radio service opportunities in the area. There were close to 300 amateur radio volunteers helping out this year. I was stationed at Med tent 3, at mile 7, which is right at the intersection of Bishop St. and Waverley St. in Framingham (you can see my map of the marathon showing all the water stops, medical tents, etc).
Marblehead Half Marathon April 2025 - 2025-04-13
I was stationed at Checkpoint 2 at the corner of Harbor Ave and Harvard St. in Marblehead. You can find this location on my map of the event. You can find some pictures of the event here.