How to Join Army MARS

Eligibility
The applicant must -
Be 17 years of age or older. (Signature of parent or legal guardian is required when an applicant is under 18 years of age.)
Be a United States Citizen or resident alien. (Possess a valid amateur radio license issued by the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or other competent U.S. Authority.)
Possess a station capable of operating on MARS HF (Shortwave) and VHF frequencies
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Agree to operate a minimum of 12 hours per calendar quarter with 6 hours being on VHF and or HF networks.

Types of Membership
There are four types of membership -
Individual Membership: A privately owned VHF and/or HF radio station, licensed by the FCC and/or host authority, operated by an individual who is a member of and licensed by Army MARS.
Club Membership: A radio station licensed in MARS that is established, operated, and maintained by volunteers under the auspices of a properly constituted military and/or civilian amateur radio club.
Auxiliary Membership: Auxiliary membership is designated for non-operators who perform a support function. To view a presentation outlining this type membership
CLICK HERE.
Military Unit Membership: Military unit MARS stations are operated and maintained under the auspices of a military command, and are authorized on the table of distribution and allowances/table of organization and equipment (TDA/TOE). Military station categories include active Army, Reserves, National Guard, and Corps of Engineers.

Applying for Membership--To request an application for membership either email our administrative staff or write to -
ATTN NETC OPE MA
US ARMY NETCOM/9TH ASC
2133 CUSHING STREET, SUITE 3102
FORT HUACHUCA, AZ 85613-7070
Please send us your mailing address and we'll send you a membership packet.