Hilo Amateur Radio Club (HILO ARC): A Daily Meeting Option on the Big Island

The ARRL website search also led you to the Hilo Amateur Radio Club (HILO ARC) on the Big Island of Hawaii. Here's what they have to offer:

A Dedicated Club with Daily Meetings

Founded in 1999, HILO ARC boasts a membership of around 39 active members and a unique meeting schedule. Their website seems unavailable, but the ARRL information provides some details:

• Daily Meetings: They hold meetings every day (including Sundays and holidays) from 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM at the Jack-in-the-Box Restaurant on Mile 2, Volcano Highway, Hilo. This flexibility might be ideal for those with busy schedules.

Diverse Interests and Services

HILO ARC caters to a range of interests, including:

• Contest: Participating in amateur radio contests to test skills and compete with other stations.

• DX: Pushing the boundaries of long-distance communication.

• General Interest: Enjoying all aspects of amateur radio operation.

• Public Service/Emergency: Contributing to community events and emergency communication efforts.

• School or Youth Group (potentially): Their website is unavailable, but you can confirm with them if they have programs for young people.

• VHF/UHF: Likely focusing on communication within the Very High Frequency and Ultra High Frequency bands.

• Entry-Level and General/Higher License Classes: They offer classes for both obtaining your first license and upgrading to higher levels.

• License Test Sessions: They provide opportunities to take your ham radio license exams.

• Mentorship: Experienced members can guide newcomers on their ham radio journeys.

• Hamfest (potentially): They might host or participate in hamfests (amateur radio conventions) - confirmation is needed.

• TVI/RFI Committee: This committee likely addresses issues of Television Interference (TVI) and Radio Frequency Interference (RFI).

Connecting with HILO ARC

Here's how to get involved:

• Contact: Reach out to Dean W. Manley KH6B, the president and contact person, at (808) 756-1061 (daytime or evening).

With daily meetings, a focus on education and service, and diverse interests, HILO ARC seems like a very active club on the Big Island. Their early morning meeting schedule might not suit everyone, but it offers great flexibility.