The Lewisville Amateur Radio Association (LARA) is a vibrant amateur radio club located in Lewisville, Texas, dedicated to promoting the art of amateur radio while serving the local community. The club actively participates in emergency communications and provides hands-on training, support, and education in the field of amateur radio.
Club Overview:
- Contact: Ronald Ford, KF5OMH
- Email: W5LVC.club@gmail.com
- Website: w5lvc.org
- Affiliation Date: July 13th, 2017
- Location: Lewisville, TX (North Texas area)
- Club Members: 50+
- Voting Members: N/A
- Voting Licensed Amateur Members: N/A
- Voting ARRL Members: N/A
Meeting Information:
- When: Third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM CT
- Where: Thrive Community Center, 1950 S Valley Pkwy, Lewisville, TX
Mission & Services:
LARA is committed to promoting amateur radio, providing training, and supporting local communities in North Texas. The club plays a vital role in disaster response by offering communication services during emergencies, as well as providing educational opportunities for newcomers to the hobby.
Key Objectives:
- Promote amateur radio and its "art" in the local community.
- Provide hands-on training and support to club members and the wider community.
- Support first responders during disasters and national emergencies.
- Bring people together to share common interests in amateur radio and social activities.
- Offer classes and testing to help individuals obtain their amateur radio licenses and operate radio stations effectively.
Specialties:
- Public Service/Emergency: Support during disasters and national emergencies.
- General Interest: A wide range of activities for amateur radio enthusiasts.
- Contest, Digital Modes, DX: Active participation in various amateur radio contests and digital communication modes.
- VHF/UHF: Focused on VHF/UHF operations.
- School or Youth Group: Encourages youth involvement in the hobby.
LARA provides a welcoming environment for both newcomers and experienced operators to engage in the hobby, learn, and contribute to the community.
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