Northwest Amateur Radio Society (NARS)

Northwest Amateur Radio Society (NARS)

The Northwest Amateur Radio Society (NARS), operating under the call sign W5NC, is a vibrant amateur radio club based in the northwest Houston area. The club is dedicated to fostering interest in amateur radio through a variety of activities, public service events, and community outreach programs.

Club Overview

  • Call Sign: W5NC
  • Affiliation Date: March 22nd, 1986
  • Annual Report: September 3rd, 2023
  • Meeting Time: 3rd Friday of each month at 7:30 PM
  • Meeting Place: HCESD 16 Admin Building, 18606 Stuebner Airline, Houston, TX 77379
  • Section: STX (South Texas)

Specialties and Services

  • Public Service/Emergency: The club is active in public service events and emergency communications, offering support during local and regional crises.
  • Contest & Digital Modes: NARS members are enthusiastic participants in contests and digital modes, which are key aspects of their technical and social engagement.
  • QRP, DXing, and Homebrew: The club is involved in QRP (low-power) operation, long-distance DX (radio distance), and homebrewing (building your own radio equipment).
  • Repeater & VHF/UHF: They maintain and operate repeaters to enhance the coverage and capabilities of the local amateur radio community.
  • Club Newsletter & On-the-Air Bulletins: The club publishes newsletters and provides regular on-the-air bulletins to keep members informed of important club activities.
  • Mentoring & License Test Sessions: The club offers mentorship programs for both new and experienced operators, alongside regular testing sessions for amateur radio licenses at various levels.
  • TVI/RFI Committee: NARS also addresses issues related to television interference (TVI) and radio frequency interference (RFI), working to maintain proper operating standards.

Club Statistics

  • Club Members: 151
  • Voting Members: 146
  • Voting Licensed Amateur Members: 146
  • Voting ARRL Members: 100

Club Officers

  • Brandon L. Rogers (K5BLR): Secretary, Editor

Club Website: www.w5nc.club

This club is an excellent resource for amateur radio enthusiasts in the northwest Houston area, providing educational opportunities, public service, and social events.

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