Marinette and Menominee Amateur Radio Club Overview

Club Details

Name: Marinette and Menominee Amateur Radio Club
Call Sign: W8PIF
Contact: Stephen M. Mellenthin (K9STT)
- Phone: (715) 732-9162
- Email: admin@w8pif.com
Affiliation Date: December 28, 1949
Annual Report Date: January 25, 2024
Meeting Time: 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM
Meeting Place: See website for details
Section: Wisconsin (WIA)

Specialties

DX
General Interest
Public Service/Emergency Communications
Repeaters
School or Youth Group
VHF/UHF

Services Offered

Club Newsletter
Entry-Level License Classes
General or Higher License Classes
License Test Sessions
Mentorship
On-The-Air Bulletins
Repeater Operations

Membership Statistics

Total Members: 59
Voting Members: 47
Licensed Amateur Members: 45
ARRL Members: 31

Leadership

Contact: Stephen M. Mellenthin (K9STT)
President: Daniel Nyman (W9DLN)
Treasurer: Paul H. Sorensen (NS8V)
Secretary: John K. Goldschmidt (N9GLT)
Vice President: Robert A. Juhlin (W8AWF)
Editor: James R. Callow (K8IR)

Key Activities

Repeaters:
- 147.000+ (PL 107.2): Wide-area coverage
- 444.075+ (PL 107.2): Local coverage
Training and Licensing: VE licensing and training sessions held several times annually
Fox Hunts: Exciting events open to all members
Public Service: Supports emergency communications and local events

Online Presence

Website: W8PIF.com

Summary

The Marinette and Menominee Amateur Radio Club, established in 1949, is an active ARRL-affiliated club with a strong focus on DX, repeaters, and public service. The club operates two reliable repeaters, offering communication support for the amateur radio community. Members benefit from regular training, licensing opportunities, and unique events such as Fox Hunts. The club prides itself on fostering a welcoming environment for all amateur radio enthusiasts, making it a cornerstone of the local amateur radio community in the Marinette and Menominee region.