Opequon Radio Society (ORS)

Opequon Radio Society (ORS)

Club Details


Section

  • West Virginia (WV)

Affiliation Date

  • September 28th, 1961

Specialties

  • Contest
  • Digital Modes
  • DX
  • General Interest
  • Public Service/Emergency
  • Repeaters
  • VHF/UHF

Services Offered

  • Entry-Level License Classes
  • General or Higher License Classes
  • License Test Sessions
  • Mentor
  • Repeater

Club Statistics

  • Total Members: 22
  • Voting Members: 22
  • Licensed Amateur Members: 22
  • ARRL Members: 12

Leadership

  • Contact & Vice President: Mark F. Arnold, KB8YJV
  • President: Gary Ballou, W8RGB
  • Treasurer: Larissa M. Spiker, KE8KCN
  • Secretary: Timothy P. Fox, KD8QOR

Meeting Information

  • Time: Last Thursday Monthly at 7:30 PM
  • Place: Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Martinsburg, WV

Description

The Opequon Radio Society (ORS) is a dedicated amateur radio club operating out of the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Martinsburg, WV. The club is deeply committed to public service, providing emergency communication support when needed. A standout feature of ORS is its dedication to fostering new talent in amateur radio through free license classes, often aimed at patients in the hospital, offering them study materials and encouragement to join the ham radio community.

ORS members participate in various amateur radio activities, including contests, DXing, digital modes, and repeater operations, fostering camaraderie and skill development among its members. The club also plays a vital role in emergency communication readiness in the area.

If you're interested in learning more about amateur radio or getting involved, ORS welcomes new members and encourages participation in their educational initiatives and monthly meetings.

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