If you have ever wanted to learn about amateur radio (also known as “HAM” radio), or wish to upgrade from a Technician to General license for more radio privileges, then we have the class for you. WCARES offers free classes to help prepare for the ARRL license exams for both the Technician (beginner) and General […]
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As those of you who attended the recent WCARES Monthly Meeting heard, WCARES members Steve K4CJX and Phil W4PHS received the Military Department of Tennessee Adjutant General’s Distinguished Patriot Medal for their “distinguished patriotic service”. WCARES EC Ed Hudgens, WB4RHQ congratulates Steve and Phil. From the ARRL news link: http://www.arrl.org/news/winlink-development-team-members-awarded-tennessee-military-department-patriot-medals: Steve Waterman, K4CJX, was awarded […]
Another Winter Field Day is done – thank’s to all who participated! Setup photos from Jon, KK4AIZ:
Jeff, WB5WAJ was looking into uses for his TinyTrak4 and came across this article by N3LUD describing how to use it with Winlink Express. Jeff has successfully used this setup for Packet Winlink with his Yaesu 7800 and says “The install is very straight forward. The radio has a 6 pin data jack. The cable […]
Tony, KF4KFQ will again be presenting the “Santa Net”, a great opportunity to entertain and introduce the younger set to ham radio. The Santa Net will be on the air beginning at 7 PM CT on December 24, Christmas Eve. Hams are invited to allow 3rd party traffic with Santa, report Santa sightings and other […]