The ARRL search results included the Mount Harrison ARS of Idaho, Inc. (KC7SNN). While this club appears promising with a decent membership size and focus on public service, the lack of meeting details (time and location) necessitates contacting them for further information.
Focus on Public Service and Repeaters
Founded in 2022, the Mount Harrison ARS boasts a membership of around 51. Their description highlights their responsibility for maintaining a repeater site on Mount Harrison, suggesting a focus on public service and repeater communication.
- Digital Modes: They might explore digital communication modes, but details are unclear from their description.
- General Interest: They seem to welcome hams with various interests.
- Public Service/Emergency: They are involved in public service activities, likely through their repeater.
- Repeaters: They manage a repeater site on Mount Harrison.
- VHF/UHF: They likely use VHF/UHF for communication through their repeater.
Learning and Support (Uncertain)
- Entry-Level and General or Higher License Classes: They offer license classes, convenient for obtaining your license.
- License Test Sessions: They might hold license test sessions, but details are unclear.
- Mentor: With a decent membership size, finding a mentor is possible, but details are unclear.
Uncertain Meeting Details
- Meeting Time and Location: To be determined (TBD). This lack of information makes it difficult to assess how well this club might fit your schedule and location.
Contact Information
- Contact: Reach out to Kevan Vogt KD7IYA, the president and contact person, using the provided email (vogtak6057@gmail.com) to learn more about meeting details, club activities, and public service involvement.
Making a Choice
The Mount Harrison ARS of Idaho, Inc. might be a good fit if:
- Location: Their meeting location works for you once confirmed (assuming they have in-person meetings).
- Focus: You're interested in public service, repeaters, and a growing club.
Recommendation
The Mount Harrison ARS of Idaho, Inc. (KC7SNN) seems like a promising new club with a focus on public service and repeaters. However, the lack of meeting details makes it difficult to definitively assess its suitability. Here's how to proceed:
- Contact the Club: Reach out to Kevan Vogt using the provided email to learn more about meeting times, locations, typical attendance at meetings, and any upcoming events.
- Compare Options: Consider Mount Harrison ARS (KC7SNN) against the other clubs you've explored (Elmore County Amateur Radio Club (K7ECI), Southwest Idaho Amateur Radio Club (K7SWI), Clearwater Valley ARC (KC7VBT), Treasure Valley Radio Assn (K7OJI), Bonner County Amateur Radio Club (K7JEP), Pocatello ARC (N7PI), and Madison High School Radio Club (NR7RX)) based on location (once confirmed), meeting schedules, activity focus, and club atmosphere.
Ultimately, by contacting the clubs that interest you most, you can make an informed decision about the best fit for your needs and preferences.
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