Club Details
- Name: Pioneer Amateur Radio Association (PARA)
- Call Sign: WB8WV
- Contact Person: Edsel L. De Wees, KC8GAV
- Phone: (304) 517-9715
- Email: wb8wv@arrl.net
- Website: Pioneer Amateur Radio Association
Section
- West Virginia (WV)
Affiliation Date
- October 3rd, 2018
Specialties
- Contest
- Digital Modes
- General Interest
- Public Service/Emergency
- Repeaters
- VHF/UHF
Services Offered
- Club Newsletter
- Entry-Level License Classes
- License Test Sessions
- Repeater
Club Statistics
- Total Members: 10
- Voting Members: 10
- Licensed Amateur Members: 10
- ARRL Members: 7
Leadership
- Contact: Edsel L. De Wees, KC8GAV
- President & Editor: Edward J. Messenger, N8OYY
Meeting Information
- Time: Third Saturday at 10:00 AM (Quarterly Meetings in January, April, July, and September)
- Place: To be determined (check with the club for exact location)
Description
The Pioneer Amateur Radio Association (PARA) is a dedicated group of amateur radio enthusiasts operating in the West Virginia region. The club focuses on fostering a passion for amateur radio through contests, digital modes, public service activities, and repeater usage. With quarterly meetings and active participation in amateur radio events, PARA is a small but vibrant community committed to advancing the hobby and ensuring communication readiness in emergencies.
Whether you are new to amateur radio or a seasoned operator, PARA welcomes members of all experience levels to join, learn, and contribute to the exciting world of amateur radio.
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