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Are you considering becoming a Ham Operator?
Becoming a Ham Operator has several advantages, such as:
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Emergency Communications: During natural disasters or emergencies, amateur radio operators can provide communication when traditional communication methods are down.
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Technology: It is a great way to get hands-on experience with radio and communication technology.
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Ham radio operators can join clubs or groups where they can meet like-minded people and participate in events and contests.
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Personal Development: It also builds skills such as communication, problem-solving, and technical expertise.
Amateur Radio is an exciting hobby that continues to grow in popularity. It provides opportunities for personal growth, education, and building relationships with people all over the world.
Join the Massillon Amateur Radio Club on the first Friday of each month for our monthly get together! And for more information about our club visit our Facebook page or email:
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WHY?
Why “do” Ham Radio? Why “do” anything? In this crazy world that we live in today, it’s always a challenge to be involved in anything that doesn’t involve politics, religion, hierarchy, or people. Amateur Radio both passes the test, and at times fails the test.
At MARC we are striving to provide an atmosphere, although not by any means a utopia, that enhances as much good as possible when it comes to the hobby of amateur radio.
Some people don’t like meetings or crowds and others can talk to a group of folks for hours about all of their latest projects. Some like “hands-on” stuff, and still others prefer a quiet existence at home in their shack or working at their bench. No matter how you approach it, there are always going to be a wide variety of people to be found in any organization.
We hope you feel that we are a place where you can be who you are when it comes to amateur radio.
If renewing your membership once a year and never attending a single event or function is your speed we’re glad to have you! If you never miss a single goings-on and you can’t wait for the next hamfest or meeting we’re delighted that we can be here for you. MARC pursues a relentless approach of being a “breath of fresh air” when it comes to being involved with and enhancing your own personal knowledge of one of the greatest hobbies on earth. But know this- however you choose to proceed with this lifelong journey it will somehow involve people.
You might be surprised to find that contributing 'who' you are and 'what' you can bring to the table for others is a rather fulfilling endeavor. It produces dividends that far outweigh each of us individually.
We never strive for perfection, but we do strive to continue this journey with the single most important idea of this hobby being FUN! If it’s not fun, then there are hundreds of other things you can do on your ham journey that will be. Whether you never touch a radio or attend a meeting know that we will be here to help you further the process in whatever way you enjoy!
We do encourage everyone to stick their foot in the water and try something new from time to time. Be patient, kind, and welcoming. Also, be aware that everyone longs to be involved with a cause that is going somewhere.
There is so much to look forward to in 2024! Stick your foot in the water and join us at an upcoming meeting or operating event. Field Day is coming up soon.
Why not reignite your spark for amateur radio and plan to stop by for a minute and meet some great folks who are associated with MARC
73,
Don Rankl – N8IVJ
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MARC is recognized by the ARRL as a Special Service Club (SSC). You may be wondering, “What is an SSC, and how does this affect me?”
What is a Special Service Club?
A club that exists to go above and beyond for their communities and for Amateur Radio is what defines a Special Service Club (SSC). They are the leaders in their Amateur Radio communities who provide active training classes, publicity programs, and actively pursue technical projects and operating activities.
What about MARC?
As an ARRL Special Service Club, we have met our agreement to develop our skills in specified areas during the past two years in accordance with the guidelines in the ARRL SSC Active Club On-Line Primer.
We have worked closely with our Affiliated Club Coordinator throughout the year to develop these skills. We schedule regular, active training classes to help prospective hams study to pass their required FCC license testing. We have a recently improved publicity program to educate the community with regards to our function.
We have club members who actively pursue technical projects and operating activities. We sponsor and participate in important ARRL and hobby related events such as Field Day.
Bottom Line
How can MARC assist you in your ham radio journey? Let us know by sending us a note at:
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Here is our MARC Club newsletter, The FEEDBACK.
2024
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2022
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MARC Club Net Manager- Evan Rankl, KE8IDH
Stark County DMR Net - Held on Monday evenings at 7:30 pm on the W8NP repeaters located in Massillon and Alliance Talk Group 313989 Time slot 1.
Statewide DMR Net - Held on Monday evenings at 8:30 pm using the statewide Talk Group 3139.
Stark County ARES Net - Held on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm on the N8ATZ repeater 147.120 MHz with a pl of 110.9
Alliance Amateur Radio Club Net - Held on Thursday evenings at 9 pm on the W8LKY Repeater 145.370 MHz with a pl of 110.9
West Stark Info Net - Held every Friday evening on the W8NP Repeater 147.180 MHz with a pl of 110.9 except the first Friday of the month which is club meeting night for the Massillon Amateur Radio Club.
Massillon 80 Meter CW Net - Held Sundays evenings at 8:00 pm on 3.5995 MHz
If you are outside the range of our MARC repeater you can listen to our signal on Broadcastify. To access the feed from the Club repeaters press HERE.