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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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Fall Tidbits
So, you’re waiting to work on that antenna until the snow flies, or you put off similar projects because of the recent, scorching summer season. MARC is never “out of season” when it comes to furthering your amateur radio journey. Chances are, someone from the club will weather the storm (or freezing temps) with you, to help with those procrastination projects.
But, if you’re not smiling, you’re simply not hanging around the right crowd. Lots has taken place this year, and MARC continues to move forward in all areas. After just coming off of a record-breaking fundraiser, our growing-in-leaps-and-bounds-hamfest is just around the corner. Tables are already sold-out completely and the interest is growing far and wide. The committee that chairs this event has gone above and beyond in all aspects.
We simply refuse to follow the trend, that all ham radio clubs are dying, and the “good hamfests” are a thing of the past.
We’ve had more outreach to our community in the last year than I can recall in some time. MARC recently joined the “Downtown Merchant Association” for the City of Massillon. While the name would indicate, it’s all business, there’s so much more than we realized. All of the city’s community events, parades and goings-on get coordinated and happen here.
We’ve been approached by 2 separate scouting organizations who have expressed interest in visiting our club station. The Jackson YMCA has also requested that we share with them our organization, and what we are about.
The entire "VE Exam" program is undergoing a major upgrade that will have attendees using computers in place of paper tests and in-person grading. When fully completed, the new club shack will boast 5 brand new workstations that could accommodate such a transition, and provide test-takers the opportunity to potentially use our facilities.
We haven’t even begun to scratch the surface!
Make it a point to join us at our regular monthly meeting and see all that is happening in amateur radio in and around the MARC organization.
73!
-Don, 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.
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