Tag: emergency communication


  • 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…

  • 6-Meter VARA FM in WNC!!

    ARCWC is privileged to announce the deployment of a 6M VARA FM station on Bearwallow! This is the only publicly listed 6M VARA station in the United States—and one of only six worldwide! Why 6M? The band offers some unique capabilities and opportunities that local well known ham and repeater owner Jeff (NC4J) was eager…

  • What if you were the one who kept your community connected when everything else failed? Could you? That’s exactly what GMRS Radio Communication Workshops are here to prepare you for—giving everyday people the power to communicate during a crisis. These hands-on, beginner-friendly workshops are open to all ages and, best of all, totally free. You’ll…

  • Maximizing Coverage: The Power of Viewshed Graphics

    Viewshed graphics are essential for amateur radio operators, allowing for optimal repeater placement, predicting weak signal zones, and enhancing overall coverage. Leveraging these tools can lead to a more efficient communication setup.