Western District Net (WDN) — Who / What / Where / When

The Western District Net (WDN) is part of the Amateur Radio National Traffic System (NTS) serving the 13 counties of Western New York. The net provides a structured way for amateur radio operators to send and receive formal written messages during both routine operations and emergencies.

WDN functions as a public service communications network, capable of handling Emergency, Priority, Welfare, and Routine messages. In times of disaster or infrastructure failure, the National Traffic System allows important information to move across the country using amateur radio operators and established traffic nets.

In addition to emergency preparedness, the net provides ongoing training in formal traffic handling procedures, helping operators develop the skills needed to pass accurate written messages efficiently.

When the Net Meets

The Western District Net meets daily at 9:30 PM Eastern Time.

• Tuesday – Sunday:
  145.390- MHz repeater — Delevan, New York

• Monday (Backup System):
  147.315+ MHz repeater — Wethersfield, New York

Operators also monitor the 146.790 MHz repeater in Jamestown, NY to ensure coverage throughout the Southern Tier.

Regional Coverage Frequencies

WDN uses multiple repeaters across Western New York to ensure wide-area participation:

• Buffalo Area: 145.390 MHz (−)

• Buffalo/Rochester Area: 147.315 MHz (+) / 443.625 MHz (+)

• Southern Tier: 146.790 MHz (−)

Who Can Participate?

Any licensed amateur radio operator is welcome to check in. Whether you are experienced in traffic handling or interested in learning, the Western District Net provides a welcoming environment to develop skills while supporting an important public service network.