The Temple Amateur Radio Club Inc. (TARC) is a long-established amateur radio club located in Temple, Texas. Since its founding in 1951, TARC has been an active participant in the local amateur radio community, offering a range of services to both new and experienced operators.
Club Overview
- Call Sign: W5LM
- Affiliation Date: November 20th, 1951
- Annual Report: June 6th, 2023
- Meeting Time: 1st Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM
- Meeting Place: Western Hills Church of Christ, 210 N Gen. Bruce Dr., Temple, TX
- Section: NTX (North Texas)
Specialties and Services
- Public Service/Emergency: TARC is actively involved in emergency communications and public service activities.
- Digital Modes & DX: Members engage in digital modes and DX (long-distance radio communication).
- Repeaters & VHF/UHF: The club operates repeaters and focuses on VHF/UHF communications.
- Hamfest & License Testing: TARC organizes Hamfest events and holds license testing sessions for new amateur radio operators.
- Training & Mentorship: The club offers classes for entry-level licenses and beyond, along with mentoring for all experience levels.
- Club Newsletter & On-the-Air Bulletins: Regular updates are provided through newsletters and on-the-air bulletins for club members.
Website: TARC Website
Club Statistics
- Total Members: 53
- Voting Members: 50
- Voting Licensed Amateur Members: 50
- Voting ARRL Members: 35
Club Officers
- Gerald L. Richmond N5ZXJ – President
- Joseph W. Mayer N5JWM – Treasurer
- Gail H. Chandler KG5NFD – Secretary
- Keith A. Hughes KG5BHC – Vice President
- Myron B. Mesecke N5TFK – Contact, Editor
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