Sea Rescue Copper Coast Flotilla

The South Australian Sea Rescue Squadron Incorporated

Sea Rescue Copper Coast Flotilla

SA SEA RESCUE SQUADRON

PO Box 245, Wallaroo SA 5556
Lot 2002 Heritage Drive, Wallaroo SA 5556
Email: coppercoast-sec@sasearescue.org.au

Contact Radio Base on 8823 2468
or call SEA RESCUE COPPER COAST on Channel 88 VHF 16
or ph. 0427 888 995 (Peter Sims - Flotilla Leader) or 0412 600 908 (Karen Grech - Secretary)

Basic Radio Procedure Using 27Mhz & VHF Marine Radio

To Inform Sea Rescue:

  • Channel 88 or 16 must be open (no one using the frequency) before starting the transmission
  • Be aware of a 3 minute listening period on the hour & half hour
  • DO NOT TRANSMIT DURING THIS 3 MINUTE PERIOD
  • When launching please log on by calling Sea Rescue Copper Coast on Channel 88 or 16.
  • Use your call sign and wait for a reply.
  • Use the above procedure in case of an emeregency.
  • Don't forget to log off upon your return.

"OVER" means: I have finished my trransmission and need a reply - (ie. your turn to reply)

"E.T.R." means: Estimated time of return

"ROMEO" means: I understand what you said or (YES)

"OUT" means: End of transmission, contact is complete (no further communication expected).


BECOME A MEMBER NOW

Join our team of dedicated volunteers.

By becoming a member you can make life of a volunteer a little bit easier.

Our members give up their own time to help people in need of rescue maybe this will be you one day.

Choose between becoming actively involved as a:

radio operator or attain you certificate in seamanship both are a rewarding experience.

You will be placed on the "Monthly Roster"

the more volunteers the lighter the task becomes for others.

"HELP US HELP YOU"

MEMBERSHIP FEES

ADULT $55

JUNIOR (UNDER 18) $22

FAMILY (2 ADULTS + 2 UNDER 18) $75

CONCESSION $33

*COUNTRY ADULT $33

*COUNTRY FAMILY $44

*(as defined by Department of Transport)