Category: Events


  • BRARC Youth on the Air and Open House

    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…

  • Packet Radio and Meshtastic Demos at Shelby Hamfest

    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…

  • Ham Operators Needed for Make-A-Wish Trailblaze Challenge

    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…

  • Announcing a VarAC Wednesday Net

    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…

  • ARCWC at the WCARS Hamfest

    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 –…

  • Field Day 2025

    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,…

  • VARA FM P2P Exercise – April 1st, 2025

    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…

  • Are you ready to explore the world of D-STAR but not sure where to begin? Whether you’re new to digital voice or just need a refresher, our live, interactive Zoom workshop is the perfect place to start. Join ARCWC as we break down the basics, show you how to connect to local repeaters and worldwide…