About the Club
The Hoodview Amateur Radio Club (HARC), with the call sign WB7QIW, is a dynamic and engaged amateur radio community serving the Portland Metro area. Established in 1978, HARC offers a variety of activities, services, and opportunities to its members. The club is proud to be an ARRL Special Service Club, signifying its commitment to service, education, and community outreach.
Meetings & Location
HARC hosts monthly meetings on the third Thursday at 7:30 PM. These meetings are held either virtually or in person—please check the HARC website for details on how to attend.
Club Services & Activities
HARC offers a wide range of services and activities for amateur radio enthusiasts of all levels:
- New Ham Development and Training: The club offers classes for all levels of amateur radio licenses, including Technician, General, and Extra. New hams who successfully pass their exams receive a one-year membership to the club.
- Public Relations: HARC is involved in public outreach and provides volunteer radio communicators and logistical support for local events in the Portland Metro area.
- Emergency Communications: Many members of HARC are active in Multnomah County ARES, with members holding certifications from FEMA and ARRL, including ARRL ARECC Level 1 & 2. The club also conducts monthly Simplex nets to ensure members are prepared for emergency communication scenarios.
- Technical Advancement: HARC sponsors and maintains 2 Meter and 70 cm repeaters. They also host workshops on topics like Digital Mobile Radio (DMR), hotspots, and microwave systems (pre-COVID), and offer webinars on advanced amateur radio technologies.
- Operating Activities: The club operates a weekly net, participates in public communication events, and holds regular FEMA Region 10 HF communications exercises. The club also participates in ARRL Field Day every year.
- Miscellaneous Activities: HARC supports the Mount Hood Medical Center with trained disaster communicators and provides radio communication support for the City of Gresham’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
For more information, visit the Hoodview ARC Website.
Meet the Officers
The Hoodview Amateur Radio Club is led by a dedicated group of officers:
- Robert R. Remler K7MR – President
- Joshua B. Higgins K7OSH – Vice President
- Peter N. Landon KE6JPM – Secretary
- Shaun Harteloo N7TNP – Treasurer
- Corrine Schoch KA7IUG – Editor
- Dennis P. Doolittle WB7UFJ – Contact
These officers work tirelessly to keep the club active and involved in the community, organizing events, activities, and educational programs for members.
Join the Hoodview Amateur Radio Club
With 101 members and 63 voting ARRL members, the Hoodview Amateur Radio Club offers a supportive environment for ham radio enthusiasts. Whether you're just starting out or you're an experienced operator, there are ample opportunities to learn, grow, and engage with the wider amateur radio community.
For more information, contact Dennis P. Doolittle at (503) 956-5876 or email WB7QIW@arrl.net.
Conclusion
The Hoodview Amateur Radio Club (HARC) is an active and well-established club that provides valuable services for the Portland Metro area. With a focus on education, public service, emergency communications, and technical advancement, HARC is a great place to learn, contribute, and connect with fellow amateur radio operators.
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