Heart O' Texas Amateur Radio Club (HOTARC)

Heart O' Texas Amateur Radio Club (HOTARC)

The Heart O' Texas Amateur Radio Club (HOTARC), with call sign W5ZDN, is a service-oriented amateur radio club based in Lorena, Texas. Established in 1977, HOTARC is dedicated to community service, emergency communications, and education in the field of amateur radio.

Club Overview

  • Call Sign: W5ZDN
  • Affiliation Date: September 17th, 1977
  • Annual Report: December 20th, 2022
  • Meeting Time: 4th Thursday of each month (except November & December)
  • Meeting Place: W5NCD Workshop, 12772 Chapel Rd, Lorena, TX 76655
  • Section: NTX (North Texas)

Specialties and Services

  • Public Service/Emergency: HOTARC provides storm-spotting services for the National Weather Service in Fort Worth and communications support for local special events.
  • Contest, Digital Modes, & VHF/UHF: The club engages in various amateur radio activities including contests, digital modes, and VHF/UHF communication.
  • Training & Education: The club offers Entry-Level License Classes, and holds License Test Sessions for aspiring ham radio operators.
  • Mentorship & On-The-Air Bulletins: New members and less experienced operators are supported through mentorship programs and on-the-air bulletins.

Club Leadership

  • Jayhugh B. Leutwyler KG5WHS: Contact, President
  • Additional club officers not listed

For more information or to get involved, visit their website.

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