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Becoming A Ham Operator
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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:
2025 MARC Hamfest Vendor Portal Instructions & Link
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VENDOR PORTAL INSTRUCTIONS
We Are Again Sold Out!!!
Vendor set up is anytime between 5am and 8am!
If you would like to be placed on our waiting list, please email:
Step 1- Click here to view the hamfest map: MAP. The tables are arranged in rows A through F. Tables are numbered. Tables in gray are available. When you find a table(s) you would like, go to Step 2.
Step 2- Access the portal here: Vendor portal (conventionforce.com).
Step 3- Set up an account profile for yourself. Once you have created your profile you will be presented with an option to view the map and select a table(s). When setting up your profile all the info with a red * is necessary. Your profile contains the same information already available on QRZ with the exception of your phone number. Your company name is your callsign, and your business type is "Hamfest Vendor."
Step 4- Visit interactive map. Choose your table(s) from the available spots. The available spots are colored green. When a spot is taken the table becomes "greyed out" and is unavailable for purchase. See the photo here of what the map looks like. Spots with names and orange backgrounds are taken.
Step 5- After selecting your table you will be directed to add the number of tickets you wish (see bottom of the page) to purchase and then be given the opportunity to check out. Check out after adding the number of tickets you need-- you need at least 1 ticket!
Please note you may return to the map, if you wish, to add another table. You may add as many tables and tickets as you like, but you must have at least one (1) ticket to buy a table.
Step 6- Check out. At the top of the page you will need to type 3 things into the box to purchase- your card number, the expiration date (MM/YY), and your 3-digit code from the back of your card. Note- AMEX has a 4-digit code on front of your card.
The actual secure transaction is processed by Stripe. You may complete your transaction on Stripe's secure server. Our club never sees your credit card information. You will immediately receive a receipt.
Last year’s vendors: If you pre-reserved your table from last year you will not be able to pay for your tables and tickets in the Convention Force app. Instead you may pay your table and tickets by sending a check or by credit card through this link: https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ6s36Ve9oN4ggbII.
Check payments to:
Massillon ARC
Attn: Gerry Sorensen, Hamfest Committee Chairman
921 17th St., NE
Massillon, OH 44646
Notes:
Once a table has been purchased it is yours. No one else can claim that table.
You must have at least one (1) ticket to participate. You may purchase any number of tables or tickets, however.
If you run into difficulty or would rather have me reserve the table(s) for you, please email Gerry at
Thank you for partnering with us this year!
Our 2025 MARC Hamfest Partners!
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The 2025 MARC Hamfest at MAPS is coming up November 2nd! Please consider our sponsors for your ham radio related purchases. Without their generosity we wouldn't be able to bring you our world-class hamfest. These businesses, small and larger, have made a commitment to give back to the ham radio community in a real, tangible way and enable us to complete our mission of promoting the world's greatest hobby in our community and beyond.
Please support these fine businesses when making ham radio related purchases. We thank them sincerely for their sponsorship of the 2025 MARC Hamfest at MAPS!
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GRIBBLE LOCKSMITH SERVICE, LLC
The Heathkit Shop
Tom & Linda Archer, KA8MNT
John R. Crilly, W8TD
MARC CLUB MEMBERS
2025 MARC Hamfest at MAPS
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Sunday, 11/2/25, 8:00 am to 1:00 pm, the Massillon Amateur Radio Club (MARC) will return to MAPS (Military Air Preservation Society hangar) in Green Ohio. This year's Grand Door Prize is TWO (!!!!!) of the best-selling ICOM IC-7300 transceivers! TWO IC-7300’s!!! Another first-class hamfest is on its way!
Heard last year...
"Hi guys, just wanted to let you know what a great time I had at your hamfest yesterday. About six of us from the Pittsburgh area made the trip. This was my first time being there and I was very impressed with the venue and the hospitality that your club showed during the hamfest. I was very surprised at the number of people in attendance along with the number of sellers."
-Curt McCormick, WU3U
"I attend this hamfest every and I always enjoy it greatly. I have made some fine purchases over the years, and I am still using them. One year I won a G-90 which has amazingly very good performance and features such as an SWR sweep and built-in antenna tuner."
Best regards,
John - WO3X
Buy Your E-Ticket(s) Now!
Tickets for the hamfest this year are $5 up to 10/1 at 11:59pm. These are “early bird” sales.
10/2 to the hamfest (on 11/2) admission tickets will be $8.
Hamfest E-tickets are available online now by going to: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/2025-marc-hamfest-at-maps
After you have purchased your admission(s) and any extra door prize tickets you will receive an email thanking you for supporting the club and giving you a link to download your e-ticket. After you press on the link your e-ticket will appear.
Print your ticket or just save it to your phone to be presented at the entrance to the ‘fest!
All major bank cards or a bank account number are accepted. The club does NOT see your credit card or bank info! You may also wish to add a gift to support the hamfest. If you do that please know we appreciate it and every dime goes to the hamfest.