Category: Events
If Hurricane Helene taught operators in Western North Carolina anything, it was that repeaters can be both a critical asset and a point of failure during emergencies. In the days following the storm, access to key systems such as the N2GE and W4NYK repeaters enabled the coordination of resources and supplies for many in our…
WHO: Blue Ridge Amateur Radio Club (BRARC)DATE: Saturday, October 18, 2025TIME: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PMLOCATION: Jackson Park – BRARC Ham ShackADMISSION: Free & Family-Friendly Event Overview Join us for a hands-on day of RADIO, LEARNING, and FUN as the Blue Ridge Amateur Radio Club (BRARC) hosts a special Youth on the Air / Scouting…
The Shelby Hamfest is quickly approaching, and this year marks its 69th anniversary. Once one of the largest gatherings of amateur radio operators in the Southeast, attendance has dipped in recent years. But with a renewed interest in radio and a rise in new licenses being issued, the airwaves are buzzing again. We’re hopeful Shelby…
Hike Up and Help Out! The Road Show Amateur Radio Club is proud to support the Make-A-Wish Trailblaze Challenge, providing essential safety communications for this important event. They need your help to make it happen! Event Overview Event Date: Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 Location: Foothills Trail – starting near Whitewater Falls (Cashiers, NC) and ending…
If you’re into digital comms and haven’t tried VarAC yet, now’s the perfect time to explore another powerful mode. This month marked the launch of the VarAC Wednesday Net—a weekly gathering of VarAC operators from around the world using the VARA software modem many of us know and enjoy. Like the Winlink Wednesday Net, it’s…
We’re excited to share that the Amateur Radio Collective of Western Carolina (ARCWC) will have a table at this year’s WCARS Hamfest! Whether you’re a seasoned operator, new to the hobby, or just ham-curious, we’d love for you to swing by the table and connect with the growing ARCWC community. 📍 Location: WCARS Hamfest –…
The Bands Will Be Alive: ARRL Field Day 2025 Is Here! Good afternoon, friends! It’s that time of year again—Field Day is almost here. Whether you’re a seasoned operator or someone who’s just been curious about ham radio, ARRL Field Day is the perfect time to jump in, learn something new, and see what all…
Mark your calendar and get ready for a fun-filled morning of amateur radio, gear trading, and hands-on demos! The Road Show Radio Club invites hams and radio enthusiasts from across the region to join us for our upcoming Swapfest & Fox Hunt, happening on Saturday, May 10th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM in Hendersonville,…
Are you ready to level up your Winlink communication skills? This week, George (KZ4BN) has volunteered to host another Winlink Peer-to-Peer (P2P) messaging session for our local area using the VARA FM P2P protocol. George is an active participant in the local Winlink Wednesday Advanced Operators Net as well as the Winlink Wednesday National Net. He’s is also…
Are you ready to level up your Winlink communication skills? This week, George (KZ4BN) has volunteered to host a Winlink Peer-to-Peer (P2P) messaging session for our local area using the VARA FM P2P protocol. George is an active participant in the local Winlink Wednesday Advanced Operators Net as well as the national net. This direct…
