Considerate. . . never knowingly operates in such a way as to lessen the pleasure of others.
Loyal. . . . offers loyalty,
encouragement and support to other amateurs, local
Clubs, and
the American Radio Relay League, through
which Amateur Radio in the United States
is
represented Nationally and Internationally.
Progressive . . . . with knowledge
abreast of science, a well-built and efficient station, operating
above
reproach.
Friendly. . .
. Patient, friendly advise to the beginner and those that need
assistance. Cooperation and
consideration for the interests of others.
Balanced. . . . Radio is an Advocation,
never interfering with duties owed to Family, Job, School,
or
Community.
Patriotic . . . . Station and skills are always ready for service to Country and Community.
These are the hallmarks of the amateur spirit.
Our Purpose
In section 97.1 of the Amateur Radio Services rules, the FCC describes the fundamental purpose of the Amateur Radio Service. The basis and purpose of the Amateur Radio Service include five principles:
- Recognition and enhancement of the value of the Amateur service to the public as a voluntary, noncommercial communications service, particularly with respect to providing emergency communications
- Continuation and extension of the Amateur's proven ability to contribute to the advancement of the radio art.
- Encouragement and improvement of the Amateur Radio service through the rules which provide for advancing skills in both communications and technical phase of the art.
- Expansion of the existing revisions within the Amateur Radio service of trained operators, Technicians and Electronics experts.
- Continuation and extension of the Amateur's unique ability to enhance good will.
This is what the ARES program is all about and what A.R.E.S. Units strives for in all its members.