Club Details
- Name: Black Diamond Amateur Radio Club (BDARC)
- Call Sign: WV8BD
- Annual Report Date: April 9, 2024
- Meeting Time: Second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM
- Meeting Place: Golden Corral, 1320 N Eisenhower Dr., Beckley, WV
- Affiliation Date: January 16, 1997
- Section: West Virginia (WV)
Specialties
- Contesting
- Digital Modes
- DXing
- General Interest
- Public Service/Emergency Communication
- Repeaters
- VHF/UHF
Services Offered
- General or Higher License Classes
- License Test Sessions
- Mentorship for Amateur Radio Enthusiasts
- Repeater Access
Membership & Enrollment
Interested individuals can join the Black Diamond Amateur Radio Club online via HamClubOnline.
- Search for WV8BD or BDARC, and follow instructions for application and payment through PayPal.
- The club actively welcomes new members to its community.
Leadership
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Contact/Treasurer: James E. Pate KD8WRL
- Phone: (304) 575-7911
- Email: kd8wrl@gmail.com
- President: Gary D. Godbey K8GDG
- Secretary: Daniel L. Simmons KE8KEA
- Vice President: John D. Hymes W8HY
Club Statistics
- Total Members: 28
- Voting Members: 26
- Licensed Amateur Members: 13
- ARRL Members: 13
Website
Summary
The Black Diamond Amateur Radio Club (BDARC) is a dynamic community in Beckley, WV, dedicated to amateur radio enthusiasts. With a focus on contests, digital modes, DXing, public service, and education, BDARC offers a range of activities and services. Regular monthly meetings at the Golden Corral provide a friendly space for learning, networking, and sharing the love for amateur radio. New members are encouraged to join online and become part of this active and welcoming group.
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