Annual Public Service Events
DCARA usually participates in these annual events in and around Denton County:
Turkey Roll
This event is one of the largest in Denton county and one of DCARA’s biggest Public Service events. Usually held the Saturday after Thanksgiving, Turkey Roll has multiple routes (from 8 to 62 miles). Many volunteers are needed to staff the various route checkpoints, sag wagons, and officials for the event. It’s a great way to spend a fall afternoon!
St. Jude North Texas Bike Rally
[brief event description and schedule]
Latest Public Service Activities and News
- Denton County Prepardness Fair – September 12thThe 4th annual Denton County Preparedness Fair is this Saturday, September 12th, 10am to 2pm. Located at 1 Courthouse Drive, Denton, Tx 76208. FREE Admission, Food, Booths, Games, Emergency apparatus of all kinds will be present. Denton County ARES and DCARA will have a booth and equipment there. Setup starts at 8am. Meet local police,… Read more: Denton County Prepardness Fair – September 12th
- 7th Annual Go-Kit ChallengeShow us your rigs! It’s time again for the Go-Kit Challenge in Highland Village (Same location as last year!!). Last year there were over 30 participants and close to 100 attendees and we hope for more this year. So polish up your kits and get ready to show them off! When: March 21st 2026, 8:00am… Read more: 7th Annual Go-Kit Challenge
- Army MARS – Today and Into the FutureINTRODUCTION TO ARMY MARS Military Auxiliary Radio Service (MARS) is an Army sponsored program that organizes, trains, and utilizes Federal Communications Commission (FCC) licensed amateur radio operators, as military Auxiliarists, to contribute to and support the Department of Defense (DoD). Army MARS is made up of private citizen volunteers who employ their own High Frequency… Read more: Army MARS – Today and Into the Future
- Turkey Roll 2025 – Sat 11/22 – Request for VolunteersTurkey Roll is just around the corner! This is one of the largest bike rides in the area. The course through northeast Denton county was well received last year, and this year will see even more improvements! Reporting times are going to range from 6:00AM through 8:30AM on Saturday 11/22. The event should be wrapped… Read more: Turkey Roll 2025 – Sat 11/22 – Request for Volunteers
- 6th Annual Go-Kit ChallengeShow us your rigs! It’s time again for the Go-Kit Challenge in Highland Village (Same location as last year!!). Last year there were over 30 participants and close to 100 attendees and we hope for more this year. So polish up your kits and get ready to show them off! When: March 15th 2025, 8:00am… Read more: 6th Annual Go-Kit Challenge