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The Playground Amateur Radio Club has be in service to the Northwest Florida Panhandle since 1951. The team in Fort Walton Beach Florida sponsors and hosts multiple events, contests, Hamfests, Swapmeets, meetings, nets and technical instruction and assistance.

TARC meets normally the 3rd Thursday of each month except July and August at the Edithvale Community Centre in North York. All visitors are welcome. See more info on the web site.

The Nassau Amateur Radio Club (NARC), a Special Service Club of the ARRL, focuses on Ham Radio education to train skilled radio operators for emergency communications, foster international goodwill, and advance the radio art. Based in Nassau County on Long Island, the club is affiliated with the New York City-Long Island Section of the ARRL Hudson Division.

This study analyzes the antenna pattern of the Utah Amateur Radio Club's 146.760 MHz repeater following antenna relocation in 1997. Noting degraded transmission toward the north, a customized signal mapping system using a Yaesu FT-817, GPS, and software was developed to log real-time signal data. Calibration techniques extended the radio's signal range, enabling precise field measurements. The method allowed continuous signal strength monitoring while driving, revealing anomalies in coverage likely due to tower modifications. Findings helped assess and visualize the antenna’s actual radiation pattern and highlighted environmental impact on signal distribution.

Mid Sussex ARS is an RSGB-affiliated club and meets at its headquarters in Burgess Hill on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month. They organize various activities ranging from talks by members or guest speakers, evenings on the air using their shack's latest SDR equipment, training evenings and used equipment sales. As well as scheduled club nights, they run many outdoor activities throughout the year, including direction-finding contests, town days, social evenings and Special Event Stations. They even have their own free online training academy!

The Oxley Region Amateur Radio Club (ORARC) provides encouragement for those interested in the scientific development of radio communications and associated electronics. VK2 Mid North Coast Australia

Tamiami Amateur Radio Club website provides information on club activities, membership, FCC license testing, special events, and participation in ARRL Field Day and Florida QSO Party. It also includes details on DMR technology and VE testing sessions. The club has been affiliated with ARRL since 1963 and operates a special event station at the Venice Shark's Tooth Festival annually.

With the reputation of being the most active amateur radio club in Hampshire, we support enthusiasts, experienced and new, with monthly meetings and summer field events. Free to visit!

The XW4DX DXpedition website documents the amateur radio operation from Laos, a country ranked #98 on Clublog's Most Wanted list. This resource provides insights into the planning and execution of a significant DXpedition, including antenna choices like _Hexbeams_ at 14m, a 4-square for 40m, and a top-loaded vertical for 160m. The team, comprising operators such as _F4BKV Vincent_ and _F2DX Patrick_, focused on challenging paths, particularly towards the North American East Coast, where Laos is #41 most wanted. Operational constraints included prohibitions on 6m, 30m, 60m, and 80m bands within Laos, necessitating a focus on other HF frequencies, especially 160m and 40m. The expedition utilized up to five stations simultaneously, with equipment transportation being a major logistical challenge, partially mitigated by direct shipments from _Spiderbeam_ and donor support. The expedition ran from November 16th to 27th, 2023, with the complete XW4DX log uploaded to LoTW by December 23rd, 2023. This site serves as a historical record of their efforts to put Laos on the air for DXers worldwide.

The GOTAhams Amateur Radio Club offers a welcoming environment for anyone interested in ham radio, from complete beginners to seasoned operators. They host various activities like park outings, license testing sessions, and nets, fostering a hands-on learning experience. They emphasize inclusivity with diverse member interests and ages. If you're curious about ham radio, the GOTAhams seem like a friendly club to check out.

The Schoharie County Amateur Radio Association (SCARA) was established by a group of Schoharie County amateurs, along with a few from just over the County line in 1946. That date is based on the best we can find from old club records and recall of conversations with some of the original group, now all SK.

The Lancaster & Fairfield County Amateur Radio Club is a general interest amateur radio group that offers monthly licensing exams, emergency communication activities, and social gatherings. They meet on the first Saturday of each month at 10:00 am at the Fairfield County Emergency Management and Homeland Security in Lancaster, Ohio. Meetings are public and welcome anyone interested in amateur radio, electronics, and emergency communications.

official website for DLARC. operates the W3OK repeater, offers license classes and tests, a net, assistance in ARES and RACES nets and activities, and participation in ARRL activities and competitions.

Presents the CISAR Isola d'Elba (IQ5IN) club, detailing its role as a central point for local radio amateurs and enthusiasts. The club focuses on educational activities, technical experimentation, and fostering radio culture within the community. It provides resources for obtaining an amateur radio license, offers various didactic materials, and publishes technical articles. The IQ5IN section actively promotes a knowledgeable and engaged community, welcoming new enthusiasts through local events and practical guides. Recent content includes discussions on the role of radio amateurs during wartime, an in-depth analysis of electrical resistors from solid-state physics to RF applications, and a comprehensive guide to the UHF amateur band in Italy, covering its characteristics and uses.

The York County Amateur Radio Club (YCARC) in Maine, USA, promotes amateur radio knowledge and camaraderie. The site features club information, activities, and upcoming events for radio enthusiasts.

The Bahamas Amateur Radio Society (C6ARS) serves as the primary amateur radio club for the Bahamian archipelago, providing a hub for operators interested in DXing, portable operations, and emergency communications. The society actively participates in Parks on the Air (POTA) activations monthly, deploying portable stations to various parks and protected areas to put The Bahamas on the air for global hunters. Additionally, C6ARS engages in the annual ARRL Field Day, setting up off-grid stations powered by batteries, solar, and generators to practice emergency preparedness and operating skills. C6ARS also offers licensing assistance and mentorship for new operators, highlighting amateur radio's role as a STEM education platform through practical applications in physics, electronics, mathematics, and computing. The club emphasizes resilient emergency communication, particularly crucial for an island nation in the hurricane belt, demonstrating how trained operators can maintain vital communication links when conventional infrastructure fails. Their regular off-grid activations serve as rehearsals, ensuring readiness for disaster response.

The State QSO Party Challenge is an annual program recognizing amateur radio operators' participation in U.S. State and Canadian Province QSO parties. To qualify for the SQP Challenge, participants must make at least two QSOs in a minimum of two SQP Approved QP contests and submit their scores to 3830Scores.com. The site details the SQP Mobile/Portable Challenge, an overlay competition encouraging mobile/portable operations, with scoring identical to the main SQP Challenge: (Number of QPs entered) x (Number of QSOs) = Score. Eligibility for the Mobile/Portable Challenge requires prior qualification for the SQP Challenge. The website also mentions a State QSO Party Club Challenge and provides contact information for questions. The 2026 SQP Challenge will be dedicated to Stan Zawrotny, K4SBZ, a key team member instrumental in the program's development. Participants are recognized for reaching five levels of achievement: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond. Scores are calculated by totaling reported contacts and multiplying by the number of SQPs entered year-to-date, encouraging more entries and longer operating times. The Worked All QSO Parties (WAQP) program, sponsored by Icom America, offers certificates for participating in at least 50% of approved contests, with a goal of participating in all. WAQP requires submitting a log with at least two valid contacts to the contest manager, in addition to the 3830scores.com submission.