The Victorian Amateur Radio Direction Finding Group Inc. (ARDF) invites enthusiasts of all ages to discover the exciting world of Amateur Radio Direction Finding. Often referred to as Radio Orienteering or Radio Sport, ARDF shares similarities with traditional orienteering, with the key distinction being that participants utilize specialized direction-finding equipment to pinpoint the locations of hidden radio transmitters, rather than navigating to pre-determined points on a map. It's a blend of technical skill, navigation, and outdoor adventure!
Information regarding club-run events is regularly advertised and updated on their dedicated webpage: http://www.ardf.org.au.
Club meetings in Melbourne are held at various times and locations, which are announced to members via their club mailing list. Interested individuals can subscribe to this list for the latest meeting details at http://lists.id.oz.au/wws/subrequest/melb-fox.
The Victorian ARDF Group Inc. is actively involved in organizing and participating in a variety of ARDF events and other related Radio Orienteering activities, such as FoxOrs (a shorter, faster version of ARDF). The club also holds build days where members collaborate on constructing equipment essential for the sport, fostering both technical skills and camaraderie.
Beyond formal ARDF competitions, many club members also enjoy the related activities of Mobile Foxhunting (direction finding from a moving vehicle) and traditional Orienteering, showcasing the diverse interests within the group. Notably, some dedicated members even travel internationally to represent Australia and the Wireless Institute of Australia (WIA) in Regional and World ARDF championships, highlighting the competitive aspect of this unique amateur radio discipline.
The Victorian Amateur Radio Direction Finding Group Inc. can be contacted through their Secretary at the provided address: Secretary, Victorian ARDF Group Inc., Glen Iris VIC 3146. Their website offers further insights into the world of ARDF. For direct contact, the Secretary can be reached by phone at 0407 948 662.
The dedicated committee members leading the Victorian ARDF Group Inc. include President Ewen Templeton VK3OW (0418 309 911), Secretary Suzanne O'Callaghan VK3FSZI (0407 948 662), and Treasurer Kristian Ruuska VK3FDAC (contactable via email through their website).
For those seeking an engaging and active facet of amateur radio that combines technical skills with outdoor adventure, the Victorian Amateur Radio Direction Finding Group Inc. offers a welcoming community and exciting opportunities to get involved in the thrill of the radio chase!
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