Cross Timbers Amateur Radio Club (XTARC)

Cross Timbers Amateur Radio Club (XTARC)

The Cross Timbers Amateur Radio Club (XTARC) is an active club serving the Cross Timbers Area of Texas, particularly focusing on Erath County and the surrounding regions. The club offers a variety of activities, including emergency communications, digital modes, and public service, and maintains a strong presence in the local amateur radio community.

Club Overview

  • Call Sign: K5DDL
  • Affiliation Date: November 28th, 2006
  • Annual Report: January 25th, 2023
  • Meeting Time: 1st Monday of each month at 7:00 PM
  • Meeting Place: Erath County EMS Conference Room, 830B East Road, Stephenville, TX 76401
  • Section: NTX (North Texas)

Specialties and Services

  • Public Service/Emergency: The club is involved in public service activities and provides emergency communications support during local events.
  • Digital Modes & DX: XTARC members participate in digital modes such as C4FM and other forms of DX (long-distance communications).
  • Repeaters & VHF/UHF: The club maintains repeaters and operates VHF/UHF stations for local and regional communication.
  • License Test Sessions: XTARC organizes license testing sessions to help new amateur radio operators get licensed.
  • Mentoring & On-the-Air Bulletins: The club offers mentoring for newcomers and experienced hams, as well as regularly sharing updates through on-the-air bulletins.

Local Nets

  • 2m Nets: Weekly on Mondays.
  • Digital Nets (C4FM): Held on the Fourth Monday of each month.

Website: XTARC Website

Club Statistics

  • Total Members: 29
  • Voting Members: 29
  • Voting Licensed Amateur Members: 29
  • Voting ARRL Members: 3

Club Officers

  • Matt D. Johnson KG5NJO: President

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