From Communist-Era Roots to Digital Future
Born from the ashes of East Germany's GST organization, the Borna Radio Club (S42) has transformed from Cold War-era operations to pioneering digital communications. What began as two separate clubs in a power plant barracks and Lenin School now thrives with 24 members making global contacts from unlikely locations.
Their Unusual Clubhouse: A Coal Mine Overlook
⛰️ Field Day HQ: The Halde Trages slag heap (231m elevation) - perfect for:
• Worldwide contests (IARU Fieldday)
• SOTA (Summits on the Air) activations
• Mining heritage events (MA/DL015)
"We turn industrial scars into radio treasure," says member Dieter (DL5YUM).
Digital Revolution in Rural Saxony
The club's DL0DMC station specializes in:
💻 Experimental digital modes (now paused)
📡 Cutting-edge weak-signal techniques
🎨 Beautifully designed QSL cards (sponsored by local businesses)
When & Where to Find Them
📻 Calling Frequencies:
• 144.7625 MHz (2m)
• 430.175 MHz (70cm)
🍖 Annual Highlight: Legendary member+spouse BBQ gatherings
Why This Club Matters
• Preserves Germany's radio history while embracing new tech
• Turns post-industrial landscapes into communication assets
• Mentors next-gen operators (continuing their 1980s student AG tradition)
Want to connect? Contact Andreas (DF9AL) at df9al@darc.de or tune into their frequencies - they're famously friendly to newcomers!
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