Anderson Radio Club

The Anderson Radio Club is a social and community-focused amateur radio club based in Anderson, South Carolina. It is actively involved in public service, emergency preparedness, and providing education and mentorship to newcomers in the hobby.

Club Overview

Call Sign: N4AW
Affiliation Date: April 5th, 1965
Section: South Carolina (SC)
Meeting Time:
- Fourth Thursday of Each Month at 7:00 PM
- Third Thursday of November (due to the Thanksgiving holiday)
Meeting Place: Anderson County EOC, 200 Bleckley St., 2nd Floor, Anderson, SC 29625
Specialties:
- Contesting
- Digital Modes
- DXing
- General Interest
- Public Service/Emergency
- Repeaters
- School or Youth Group Support
- VHF/UHF Communications
Services:
- Club Newsletter
- Entry-Level License Classes
- Hamfest (annual event)
- License Test Sessions
- Mentorship
- Packet Radio BBS
- Repeater Access

Club Activities

Social Events: The club organizes several social events throughout the year, including:
- St. Patrick’s Day Picnic
- Field Day
- Hamfest (annual event)
- Christmas Party
Public Engagement: The club hosts public events and outings to introduce people to amateur radio.
AUXCOM: The club participates in auxiliary communications, focusing on emergency preparedness.
Regular Nets: The club holds a nightly net at 8:30 PM on the 146.790- (No PL) Sassafras Mountain Repeater, with a special focus on emergency preparedness on Sundays.