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The Metropolitan Amateur Repeater System's KJ6TQ repeater serves Los Angeles Area ham radio operators on 447.820 MHz

Setting the pace in Cleveland County Amateur Radio for over 50 years. ARRL Affiliated / Sponsor for ARES (amateuer radio emergency service) of Cleveland County, NC. Sponsor of the famous Shelby Hamfest

UA9QCQ site was created as a website for those who participate in various ham radio contests. In the dedicated section, you can view the competition schedule of events. Each event has link to the ruole of competition. Events data is updated monthly on the eve of the next month. We try to ensure that our info contains only up-to-date data.

A series of slides, videos and handouts to help people get started in amateur radio in the UK.

This is a project aboout compact and portable a QRP antenna tuner for use in the HF ham radio bands from 3-30 MHz, even if it's a compact and efficient project this small antenna tuner will not match any possible load.

Voted the best darn Ham Radio club in Texas 7 years in a row.

Sommer Antennas has been a manufacturer and producer of quality amateur radio antennas and antennas for professional use for more than 20 years.Developed by DJ2UT in Germany, our beams were first introduced to the U.S. market at the 1984 Dayton Hamvention

A page with several testing and measurement resources usefull for those ham radio operators who needs to align or repair their own radio equipment.

A travel group for hams. Join Ham Buddies for fun breaks and make new friends with other hams. Ham buddies enjoy travel and get to talk radio for fun while on holidays.

To promote and practice amateur radio and HAM radio in Mumbai, India.

Here you will find information on how to become a HAM Radio operator, how to use your radio, and how to get involved here in the Nacogdoches area

Ham radio blog dedicated to Mac OS users

Dedicated to adventures in Ham Radio Technology

Hamradio links and D-star and photos from Sweden and Europe.

Amateur Packet Reporting System (APRS) operations often require compact, reliable solutions for transmitting position data, particularly for mobile or portable stations. This resource details the construction of the _Tiny Track-I_, a transmit-only APRS tracker designed for straightforward integration with a VHF radio and a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver. It enables hams to broadcast their location without the complexity of a full-duplex TNC. The project outlines the printed circuit board (PCB) layout and schematic, based on an original design by N6BG, with a personal PCB drawing by SV1BSX. It includes specific component placement and notes an additional 10uF/10V capacitor (C5) for improved IC voltage decoupling, a modification not present in the original N6BG diagram. The unit connects to a computer or GPS via a DB9 female connector. This tracker is ideal for basic position reporting, offering a simple and effective way to participate in APRS networks. Its small footprint makes it suitable for vehicle installations or field deployments where space is limited, providing a **reliable 9600 baud** data stream for location updates.

Ham radio club in west Los Angeles

Christchurch Amateur Radio Club Branch 05 of NZART ZL3AC

The Lake Country Amateur Radio Service consists of interested amateur radio (Ham Radio) operators from the Virginia and North Carolina counties that surround Kerr Lake and Lake Gaston. Our members have a variety of interests and backgrounds, bringing rich and varied experiences to the club membership.

N1YWB's Ham Radio Blog

A not-for-profit organization incorporated to promote ham radio operation on the bands above 50 MHz in the southeastern United States.

Hamradio, Webcams, Radio and TV-Links by DF3SP Walter

The Dixie Amateur Radio Club, Inc. is an association of federally licensed Amateur Radio operators (also known as "ham radio" operators) who primarily reside in southwestern Utah, mostly in the greater St. George City metropolitan area.

An interesting article on end fed half-wave wire antennas with a couple of original experiments. Author illustrate the role of the QRP matchbox, and a 40/20 meter antenna with a center stub making it a large bandwidth antenna for 40 and 20. Includes also an 80/40 end fed with the typical coil to make it available on 80 merts band.

The Poole Amateur Radio Society (G4PRS) conducts weekly meetings every Thursday from 19:30 to 22:00 at St Aldhelms Church Hall in Branksome, Poole. The society provides comprehensive training courses for all levels of amateur radio licensing, including Foundation, Intermediate, and Advanced qualifications, supporting new entrants and experienced operators in their progression through the UK licensing structure. Members engage in diverse aspects of the hobby, fostering a vibrant community for local hams. Key activities include participation in various contests and events, reflecting a broad interest in radio communications. The society's commitment to education is evident through its structured _licence training_ programs, which prepare candidates for RCF examinations. The club maintains an active presence, with interests spanning general amateur radio operation, contests, and technical experimentation, as indicated by its historical association with figures like _Marconi_ and its support for events such as JOTA.

Spanish ham radio operator with links to spanish awards

Ham radio personal site by F4FVW

A blog by W1REI dedicated to ham radio hobby

New generation Hex Beam Antennas. VHQ HEX Products, located in Peterborough, NH, is owned and operated by David M. Lavoie. Our products are designed to solve issues encountered in Ham radio applications and move with todays configurations in an ever changing climate

International Ham Radio DX Pedition San Adnres Isl - 12 Nov. - 25 Nov. 2017

An interesting article about a homemade LiFePO4 battery pack for ham radio operations, a 10Ah LiFePO4 based on Headway 38120 Cells

Ham Radio blog for N3FHW

The San Lorenzo Valley Amateur Radio Club, WR6AOK, is a ham radio club for amateurs in and around the San Lorenzo Valley. We are located between San Jose and Santa Cruz in the coastal mountain range of the Santa Cruz County, California.

Shelby Amateur Radio Club - hosts of one of the largest Hamfest in the country. Still the Shelby Amateur Radio Club's Shelby Hamfest but now in Dallas, NC

Personal radio site, dedicated to ham radio DXing

A YL's experience in everything Ham Radio.

ham radio clun in Vermont USA

A deep analysis of UHF connectors performance tests, including return Loss of UHF Connectors, Mismatch Loss of UHF Connectors, SWR of UHF Connectors

The structure of this dual band VHF UHF antenna is very simple. It consists of two identical square loops, whose sides measure a quarter wave, connected together at the ends. A project by I5NZR

This page provides a detailed guide on the Guanella Current Balun for ham radio operators. The author shares very nice schematics, photos, and explanations on the construction and use of this type of balun. The content explains when a balun is needed and how it can help with common-mode currents in antenna systems. It also discusses the construction process, including winding the balun around a ferrite core. This resource is useful for hams looking to improve their antenna systems and reduce common-mode currents for better performance. This article is in Dutch.

The Pamlico Amateur Radio Club (PARC), founded in 1994 and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) non-profit, provides a community hub for amateur radio operators in the Inner Banks region of North Carolina. Affiliated with the _ARRL_ since 2011, PARC supports local ham radio activities and offers resources for those living or traveling near the Pamlico River. The club maintains an active presence, participating in events like Field Day and offering various operating opportunities. Members engage in diverse aspects of the hobby, from DXing to emergency communications, fostering skill development and camaraderie. The club's focus extends to public service, providing communication support when needed within its operational area. PARC's commitment to the amateur radio community is evident through its long-standing presence and continuous engagement, reflecting over **30 years** of service since its establishment.

A ham radio blog primarily focused on newbies and those interested in the hobby. Covers a wide area of subjects that might be of interest to Amateur Radio operators, and material that can be used to study for the Amateur Radio tests.

A Primer On Mics For Ham Radio. Difference between dynamic and condenser microphones, microphone plugs and differences in kind of microphones available on the market

HA8TKS website dedicated to amateur radio VHF DXing include a dx-cluster map & list, HAM tools, QRB calculator and personal statistics

The **Luis Trenker Award** is an amateur radio operating award established by the Amateur Radio Club Ladinia to honor the director and author Luis Trenker from Val Gardena, South Tyrol, Italy. To qualify for the award, HF stations must achieve five confirmed QSOs with each of five specific Alpine countries: Italy (with specific prefixes like I1, IK1, I2, I3, IN3, IW3, IV3), France, Germany (with DOKs A, C, T, U), Switzerland or Liechtenstein, and Austria (with prefixes OE2, OE3, OE6, OE7, OE8, OE9). A single QSO with a member of the Amateur Radio Club Ladinia can substitute for the five required Italian QSOs, with members' QSL cards bearing a special rubber stamp. VHF/UHF stations have a simpler requirement, needing only one confirmed QSO with each of the five Alpine countries. SWL stations are eligible under the same conditions as transmitting stations. All contacts must be valid after April 12, 1990. Applicants must submit a list of contacts, certified by two OMs or a club, to the Amateur Radio Club Ladinia in Ortisei, South Tyrol, Italy. The award manager is IN3PGS Karlheinz, and the club official is IW3AQL Luca.

Dipole antennas are some of the simplest antennas to build in addition to being very efficient and solid performers. I wanted to make a simple dipole antenna for QRP portable operation that could be used on multiple bands.

This article documents the author's latest go-box build for outdoor ham radio operations using a Yaesu FT-891 transceiver. The go-box is constructed from a plastic "50-cal ammo case" and contains various components, including the transceiver, LDG Z11 Pro autotuner, DIY Yaesu FH-2 remote control keypad, and an external battery. The author details the design considerations, the mounting of components inside the box, and addresses issues related to ventilation and cable management. The go-box is geared for CW operations and POTA activations, with further modifications planned for a microphone and DATA jack. This project allows for rugged, environmentally protected outdoor radio operations while maintaining portability.

The Metro Detroit area's largest Amateur Radio club presents it's annual Hamfest. Prizes, ARRL reps, DXCC Card checker, VE Exams, Chef Paul's Café, test bench, Vendors galore..

The Itchen Valley Amateur Radio Club (IVARC) provides a local hub for radio amateurs in the Southampton and Winchester areas of the UK. This club actively participates in various UK contesting events, including the weekly _RSGB VHF UKAC_ contests, _RSGB AFS club contests_, and _BERU contests_, alongside annual UK field days. As a _Brickworks Accredited_ club, IVARC is committed to supporting both new licensees and experienced operators in exploring diverse aspects of the hobby, fostering skill development and operational experience. Meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month at the Bianchi Suite, Otterbourne Village Hall, offering a consistent schedule for members and visitors. The club's recent activities include supporting _Jamboree On The Air_ (JOTA) for local Scout groups (e.g., GB1ESG), activating special event stations like _GB0SR_ from Solent Rescue Lifeboat Station, and organizing club visits to significant historical sites such as Bletchley Park. IVARC also hosts events like QRP Day and National Field Day, providing practical operating opportunities and fostering camaraderie among members.

Rick gryder's ham radio page is the page showing equipment and links to sites in amateur radio, as well as my interest in lighthouses and the sea.