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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:
Latest Ham Radio News
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Amateur Radio Newsline beginning 7/10/2026 is here with all the latest news from the world of amateur radio. In today's episode you'll hear-
- CAMPAIGN HEATS UP FOR MANDATORY AM RADIO IN VEHICLES
- UK WELCOMES WORLD RADIOSPORT TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP
- MARITIME CW EVENT REMEMBERS STATION'S 1ST WOMAN TELEGRAPHER
- TRIO RECOGNIZED FOR CONTRIBUTIONS TO CW
- INDIAN HAMS' NETWORK HELPS HEARING- AND SPEECH-IMPAIRED TEEN
- SILENT KEY: BYLARA'S CAROL ANN HODGES 2E1RBH
- FCC PREPARES FOR SPECTRUM AUCTION ON UPPER-C BAND
- WORLD OF DX
- KICKER: ANTENNAS INTERFERE WITH THEIR LOVE
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2026 MARC Hamfest at MAPS
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Sunday, 11/1/26, 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 yet to be announced.
Admission and table prices are the same this year as last- $15 table and $5 admission until 10/2. After 10/2 tables will be $20 and admission is $8.
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) Soon!
Table sales are currently open to last year's vendors. If you didn't receive an email please contact Gerry Sorensen at
On 8/1 the map and the link to order admission and extra prize tickets will be added here.