Mahaska Amateur Radio Club (KB0VXL): Limited Information Requires Further Research (Oskaloosa, Iowa)

The ARRL search revealed the Mahaska Amateur Radio Club (KB0VXL). However, the limited information available necessitates further research before making a decision.

Limited Details and Outdated Report

• Founded in 2015: The club seems relatively new.
• Membership: Around 13 members.
• Public Service and Repeaters: They likely participate in community events, emergencies, and manage repeaters.
• Hamfest (Confirmation Recommended): Their listing mentions a Hamfest, but confirmation is crucial.
• Outdated Annual Report: The last annual report is dated March 2015, which is significantly outdated. This raises concerns about the club's current activity level.

Limited Website and Contact Information

• No Website: The lack of a website makes it harder to learn more about the club's activities and offerings.
• Single Contact Person: Only one contact person is listed (Steven R. Brown WA0DKC).

Making a Choice

The Mahaska Amateur Radio Club might be an option if:

• Location: You're in Oskaloosa, Iowa and the meeting location works for you (if meetings are still held).
• Focus: You're interested in public service, repeaters, and potentially Hamfests (confirmation needed).

Recommendation

Due to the limited information and outdated annual report, further research is strongly recommended. Here are some steps you can take:

• Contact the listed person (Steven R. Brown WA0DKC): Try reaching out to him via email to confirm activity level, meeting schedule (if meetings are still held), and other club details.
• Explore Other Options: Consider contacting other clubs in your area (Southwest Iowa Amateur Radio Club, South West Iowa Amateur Radio Association, Iowa Wireless Amateur Radio Network, Buchanan County Amateur Radio Club, Iowa City ARC, or Northland Amateur Communications Group) to compare based on current activity levels and focus areas.

By gathering more information, you can make a more informed decision about whether the Mahaska Amateur Radio Club is the right fit for you.