SCAN International accomplishes different activities throughout the year. These activities aim to help its members and other ham radio operators maintain and advance their skills and have fun while providing beneficial services to the community and preserving the hobby.
Among the regular and daily activities of SCAN International are friendly QSO in all modes and regular net calls. The "net call" is an amateur radio net or ham net, an interaction between amateur radio operators and stations on the air. Participants pass information from one station to another, discuss a particular interest in amateur operations, or form a communication network of stations to assist during emergencies.
SCAN International conducts its regular net calls using various modes. These include daily net calls on amateur radio frequencies, Echolink, Droidstar, and other Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) services.
Other group activities include amateur radio lectures, seminars, conventions, DX contests, community services, and more.
The list below highlights the activities regularly conducted by the group.
JANUARY
SCAN Officers and Invited Guests Online Forum (1st Quarter)
SCAN Officers and Invited Guests Online Forum is a quarterly conference that discusses amateur radio trends and updates. It aims to continuously introduce the officers and members to the lasting legacy of ham radio as both a service and a hobby in the current century and beyond.
DPER/SRU/ICS Online Refresher Course (1st Quarter)
Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Response (DPER), Special Response Unit (SRU), and Incident Command System (ICS) are part of the mobilities of SCAN to equip its members to assist the community in times of disasters and emergencies.
Ham Convention and DX Contests Sponsorship and Participation for January
SCAN International regularly sponsors and participates in amateur radio enhancement activities worldwide. These activities cover contests related to the ham radio dimension and operation to further challenge and interest in the hobby.
FEBRUARY
Anniversary Celebration
SCAN International celebrates its founding anniversary every month of February. The commemoration takes place by staging multiple activities worldwide. Among the activities are showcasing homebrewed wireless communication gizmos, innovations, and endurance challenges to its members' capability to conduct rescue operations. The group also commends exemplary performances rendered by the officers, members, and chapters by awarding certificates and plaques of appreciation.
Fire Safety Awareness Activity and Earthquake Drill
February is also the month for the group to prepare for Fire Prevention Month (for March) and the earthquake drill. Refresher courses on fire prevention and intensive inspection of fire fighting equipment are taught to members to maintain their alertness and readiness at any time.
Ham Convention and DX Contests Sponsorship and Participation for February
SCAN International regularly sponsors and participates in amateur radio enhancement activities worldwide. These activities cover contests related to the ham radio dimension and operation to further challenge and interest in the hobby.
MARCH
National Fire Prevention Month
SCAN International observes Fire Prevention Month by sponsoring and conducting fire safety seminars and workshops. Among the emphasis in the discussions and workshops are proper planning and participating in home and office fire drills. Teach everyone what to do and react calmly during a fire, memorize their escape path and designated evacuation area, and learn to use different fire prevention and fire fighting equipment through actual demonstration.
Water Search and Rescue (WASAR)
Part of the March SCAN activity is periodic training in search and rescue in the sea, rivers, lakes, flood-prone areas, and, generally, wherever water is a hazard to human life. WASAR Training is one means of realizing the SCAN motto: "Saving lives is our priority."
Ham Convention and DX Contests Sponsorship and Participation for March
SCAN International regularly sponsors and participates in amateur radio enhancement activities worldwide. These activities cover contests related to the ham radio dimension and operation to further challenge and interest in the hobby.
APRIL
Endurance Builder Activities I
To maintain efficient capability in rescue operations during calamities, endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility are paramount. Hence, activities like fun running, brisk walking, fun cycling, sports swimming, and the like help keep every SCAN member healthy and fit to perform the tasks. These activities will also benefit each member for personal gain and physical fitness.
Ham Convention and DX Contests Sponsorship and Participation for April
SCAN International regularly sponsors and participates in amateur radio enhancement activities worldwide. These activities cover contests related to the ham radio dimension and operation to further challenge and interest in the hobby.
SCAN Officers and Invited Guests Online Forum (2nd Quarter)
DPER/SRU/ICS Online Refresher Course (2nd Quarter)
MAY
Tree Planting and/or Clean Up Drive I
Another significant contribution of SCAN International to civic society is its participation in maintaining the health of tropical rainforests and mountains. We must preserve our natural environments and resources because these play a significant role in our survival. The group continuously conducts tree-planting activities and clean-up drives in different parts of the world, especially in the Philippines.
Q-Codes and Morse Code Capability Challenge
As the old saying goes, "Practice makes perfect," SCAN members continue to challenge themselves in an activity called Amateur Codes and Morse Code challenge. It aims to help maintain valuable Q-Code (and QSO) transmission skills with steadiness and control via Morse code.
Ham Convention and DX Contests Sponsorship and Participation for May
SCAN International regularly sponsors and participates in amateur radio enhancement activities worldwide. These activities cover contests related to the ham radio dimension and operation to further challenge and interest in the hobby.
JUNE
Do-it-yourself (DIY) Rescue Equipment Showcase
Although many safety gear and equipment for rescue operations are readily available, making a homemade version is OK. Hence, from time to time, SCAN members construct cost-effective rescue equipment tailored to geographical needs.
Emergency First Responders (EFR) Rescue Challenge
EFR rescue operations skills and practice.
Ham Convention and DX Contests Sponsorship and Participation for June
SSCAN International regularly sponsors and participates in amateur radio enhancement activities worldwide. These activities cover contests related to the ham radio dimension and operation to further challenge and interest in the hobby.
JULY
Ham Convention and DX Contests Sponsorship and Participation for July
SCAN International regularly sponsors and participates in amateur radio enhancement activities worldwide. These activities cover contests related to the ham radio dimension and operation to further challenge and interest in the hobby.
SCAN Officers and Invited Guests Online Forum (3rd Quarter)
DPER/SRU/ICS Online Refresher Course (3rd Quarter)
AUGUST
Endurance Builder Activities II
To maintain efficient capability in rescue operations during calamities, endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility are paramount. Hence, activities like fun running, brisk walking, fun cycling, sports swimming, and the like help keep every SCAN member healthy and fit to perform the tasks. These activities will also benefit each member for personal gain and physical fitness.
Ham Radio Antenna Making Seminar
Ham Radio antenna-making seminar shall discuss how to design and construct a homemade antenna. The panel will cover many antennas like handheld radio antennae, mobile antennas, and base stations. It will also focus on choosing the right one for a specific radio to make a big difference in propagation.
Ham Convention and DX Contests Sponsorship and Participation for August
SCAN International regularly sponsors and participates in amateur radio enhancement activities worldwide. These activities cover contests related to the ham radio dimension and operation to further challenge and interest in the hobby.
SEPTEMBER
NEU Annual Science Fair
SCAN International takes the opportunity to participate in the New Era University (NEU) Annual Science Fair. SCAN showcases projects about the scientific method of communications and its engineering design process.
JOTA-JOTI Preparation Training
Special training for SCAN members about supervision of Jamboree-On-The-Air (JOTA) and Jamboree-On-The-Air (JOTA). Equipment preparation and setup.
Ham Convention and DX Contests Sponsorship and Participation for September
SCAN International regularly sponsors and participates in amateur radio enhancement activities worldwide. These activities cover contests related to the ham radio dimension and operation to further challenge and interest in the hobby.
OCTOBER
JOTA-JOTI
Jamboree-On-The-Air (JOTA) / Jamboree-On-The-Air (JOTA) is an annual event where scouts worldwide connect through amateur radio and the internet.
Ham Convention and DX Contests Sponsorship and Participation for October
SCAN International regularly sponsors and participates in amateur radio enhancement activities worldwide. These activities cover contests related to the ham radio dimension and operation to further challenge and interest in the hobby.
SCAN Officers and Invited Guests Online Forum (3rd Quarter)
DPER/SRU/ICS Online Refresher Course (3rd Quarter)
NOVEMBER
Crowd Control Management Seminar
Crowd management is another essential circumstance a SCAN member must pay attention to. In emergencies, crowd mismanagement can often cause chaos, especially in public gatherings. Hence, the importance of crowd management training and some tips for promoting effective crowd control can be an eminent consideration in assisting during emergencies.
Tree Planting and/or Clean Up Drive II
Another significant contribution of SCAN International to civic society is its participation in maintaining the health of tropical rainforests and mountains. We must preserve our natural environments and resources because these play a significant role in our survival. The group continuously conducts tree-planting activities and clean-up drives in different parts of the world, especially in the Philippines.
Ham Convention and DX Contests Sponsorship and Participation for November
SCAN International regularly sponsors and participates in amateur radio enhancement activities worldwide. These activities cover contests related to the ham radio dimension and operation to further challenge and interest in the hobby.
DECEMBER
Ham Convention and DX Contests Sponsorship and Participation for December
SCAN International regularly sponsors and participates in amateur radio enhancement activities worldwide. These activities cover contests related to the ham radio dimension and operation to further challenge and interest in the hobby.
