The American Radio Relay League (ARRL) 2015 Field Day 
event is scheduled for the weekend of June 27-28. This is an 
annual, nationwide event during which amateur radio operators 
simulate operating their radio equipment under emergency 
conditions. Often times following disasters such as hurricanes, 
tornadoes, earthquakes and floods, the only communications in 
or out of the affected area is by amateur radio, and they are able 
to provide essential communications for their local police and 
fire departments.

The Highline Amateur Radio Club (HARC) will participate 
in this event, setting up radio towers and antennas above the 
lawns of Normandy Park’s Marvista Park, and operating their 
radios from inside the Park’s gazebo. Some of HARC’s radio
operators are also members of Normandy Park’s Emergency 
Operations Center, which is located within the City Hall.

Marvista Park is located at 19990 4th Avenue SW in the City 
of Normandy Park. Local residents and public officials are 
invited to visit the HARC site. While there, enjoy a snack and 
try using, under the guidance of a licensed radio operator, our
 ‘Get On The Air’ station and experience the fun and the thrill
 of amateur radio.