The ARRL search results revealed another club on the Big Island, the KOHALA HAMAKUA RADIO CLUB (KHRC). Here's a breakdown of what they offer:
Serving the North and East of the Big Island
Founded in 2006, KHRC boasts a membership of around 40 active members and caters specifically to the North and East sides of the Big Island. Their website is on Groups.io (https://groups.io/g/khrc) but might not be as comprehensive as others.
Dedication to Training and Emergency Preparedness
KHRC prioritizes two key areas:
- Training: They offer classes for obtaining your first license (entry-level) and potentially upgrading to higher levels (confirmation is needed).
- Public Service/Emergency: Likely contributing to community events and preparing for emergency situations. This aligns well with their interest in training new hams who can then contribute to these efforts.
Diverse Interests with a Focus
While training and public service are their main focus, KHRC might also cater to a wider range of interests, as indicated by the ARRL information:
- Contest (potentially): Participating in contests could be a way to hone skills and test knowledge.
- Digital Modes (potentially): Exploring digital communication techniques can be efficient for public service communication.
- DX (potentially): While not their main focus, DX communication could be relevant for emergency situations.
- General Interest (potentially): They might cater to a range of other amateur radio interests, but confirmation is needed.
- Repeaters: Utilizing repeaters to facilitate communication during public service events and emergencies.
- VHF/UHF: Likely focusing on communication within the Very High Frequency and Ultra High Frequency bands for public service activities.
- School or Youth Group: They might be involved in promoting amateur radio to younger generations – a valuable initiative.
Schedule and Location
KHRC follows a specific schedule:
- Schedule: Every 3rd Saturday of the month at 1:00 PM (1300W).
- Location: Hawaii Preparatory Academy, Energy Lab.
Connecting with KHRC
Here's how to get involved with KHRC:
- Website: While details on Groups.io might be limited, check it out for updates (https://groups.io/g/khrc).
- Contact: Reach out to Steven M. Milner WH6N, the president, by email at steve.wh6n@gmail.com or phone at (808) 938-8437 (daytime or evening).
A Great Option for Training and Public Service Enthusiasts
If you're passionate about training new hams, contributing to public service, and are located on the North or East side of the Big Island, the KOHALA HAMAKUA RADIO CLUB seems like a great fit. Since the website information might not be fully current, contacting them directly to confirm meeting details, activities, and resources is recommended.
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