Introduction: Hello, today we will introduce the Yavapai Amateur Radio Club (YARC), an active and vibrant amateur radio community dedicated to promoting the hobby and providing valuable services to its members in Prescott, Arizona.
Overview of Yavapai Amateur Radio Club:
- Club Name: Yavapai Amateur Radio Club (YARC)
- Call Sign: W7YRC
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Meeting Information:
- Meeting Time: 1st Thursday Monthly at 7 PM
- Meeting Place: Prescott Rodeo Grounds - Freeman Bldg.
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Contact Information:
- Contact: Raymond A. Kolman KD7RK
- Email: W7YRC@arrl.net
Club Activities and Services:
- Specialties: Contest, Digital Modes, DX, General Interest, Public Service/Emergency, Repeaters, School or Youth Group, VHF/UHF
- Services Offered: Club Newsletter, Entry-Level License Classes, General or Higher License Classes, Hamfest, License Test Sessions, Mentor, Repeater
- Description: YARC is an ARRL-affiliated organization with over 300 members, supporting a youth radio club and offering licensing classes and testing for all FCC license levels. The club sponsors monthly Fox hunting and maintains mountaintop repeaters accessible to any licensed amateur radio operator. The active Elmer group assists with antenna setups and radio gear installations. The club station is available to help new operators overcome 'mic fright'.
Membership and Dues:
- Annual Dues: Not specified
- Membership Benefits: Members enjoy access to club resources, licensing classes, testing sessions, repeaters, and mentoring. Participation in contests, DX activities, and public service events enriches the amateur radio experience.
Club Statistics:
- Members: 277
- Voting Members: 277
- Voting Licensed Amateur Members: 277
- Voting ARRL Members: 159
Yavapai Amateur Radio Club Officers:
- Contact, President: Raymond A. Kolman KD7RK
- Treasurer: Laura Jane Lerette K7ZHF
- Secretary: Tim J. Norton K7PVY
- Vice President: Steven E. Stock WA0A
- Editor: Loren C. Singh AE7CG
Links and Additional Information:
- Website: W7YRC.ORG
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