About this Event
Ready, Set, Prepare! Everyone is welcome at the Family Safety & Preparedness Expo! HAM Radio might be at the top of your list, but join us for a fun, hands-on day packed with practical tools, survival skills, and emergency planning for all ages.
When: Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: 1524 Jenkins Rd, Wake Forest, NC (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)
Cost: FREE!
What's Happening: Ham Radio & Communications: Learn how it works and signup for upcoming free classes and testing.
Kids' Corner: Hands-on Fire Safety class & build your own Kids' Bug Out Bag!
SKYWARN® Weather Spotter Training: Official NWS class starting at 11:00 AM. Get certified or renew your certification.
Survival & Resilience: Workshops on wilderness survival, food/water storage, and emotional resilience.
There are many, many more booths and classes. Bring your family, bring a neighbor, and leave with new skills to keep your household safe!Learn more and register: tinyurl.com/5h3eyekx
Event venue & nearby stays
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1524 Jenkins Rd., Wake Forest, United States
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