Leipzig's Biggest Radio Club Revealed
With over 100 members after merging with S30 in 2011, the Leipzig Radio Club (S37) isn't just the city's largest - it's one of Germany's most active amateur radio communities! Based in the Funklabor of HTWK Leipzig University, these tech enthusiasts keep the airwaves buzzing with everything from moon bounce experiments to humanitarian communications.
When & Where to Find Them
📅 Biweekly Meetups: Every other Wednesday at 4:30 PM in room W311 (Wächterstr. 13)
📻 Tuesday Night Talks: Weekly FM roundtable at 7:30 PM on 439.300 MHz (DB0LMM repeater)
☕ Morning Coffee Frequency: Daily 10 AM chats on 144.725 MHz FM
"We're more than just radio - we're a family," says moderator Marco (DO7NE).
Space-Age Tech in a Historic City
The club's DL0TWK station facilitates:
🚀 Satellite communications via amateur radio orbiters
🌕 Moon bounce experiments (EME)
⚡ Cutting-edge digital modes like FT8
Why This Club Rocks
• University partnership with HTWK Leipzig's engineering department
• Diverse membership from students to retired professionals
• Unique activities including polar reflection experiments and contesting
Humanitarian Heroes
When disasters strike, S37 members:
• Provide emergency communications
• Assist with message relay
• Train new operators in crisis protocols
Want to join? Visitors welcome at meets or tune into their frequencies. No university degree required - just passion for radio!
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