Yolo Amateur Radio Society: Community Engagement and Public Service

Yolo Amateur Radio Society: Community Engagement and Public Service

Introduction: Hello, today we will introduce the Yolo Amateur Radio Society (YARS), an active amateur radio club dedicated to public service and community support in the Sacramento Valley.

Club Overview:

  • Club Name: Yolo Amateur Radio Society
  • Call Sign: W6YAR
  • Contact: David H. Nishikawa, KC6YFG
  • Email: dhnishik@dcn.org
  • Daytime Phone: (530) 753-0296
  • Evening Phone: (530) 756-6375

Club Activities:

  • Meeting Time: 1st Tuesday Monthly at 7:30 PM
  • Meeting Place: Davis Explorit Science Center
  • Affiliation Date: January 14th, 1984

Specialties and Services:

  • Specialties: Digital Modes, General Interest, Public Service/Emergency, Repeaters, VHF/UHF
  • Services Offered: Repeater

Club Description: The Yolo Amateur Radio Society, which merged with the Mt. Vaca Radio Club on July 1, 2015, is known for its commitment to public service and community engagement. The club supports various local and regional events, including the Davis Double Century Bicycle Ride and Foxy's Fall Bike Ride. Their focus on providing communication support for public events highlights their dedication to community service.

Club Statistics:

  • Club Members: 35
  • Voting Members: 35
  • Voting Licensed Amateur Members: 35
  • Voting ARRL Members: 18

Officers:

  • President: Gary C. Matteson, WA6TQJ
  • Vice President: Bruce K. Muramoto, KN6SYF
  • Secretary: David H. Nishikawa, KC6YFG
  • Treasurer: Robert D. Schulz, KC6UDS

Media:

Conclusion: The Yolo Amateur Radio Society stands out for its dedication to public service and community support through amateur radio. Their active involvement in local events and their commitment to providing reliable communication services make them a key player in the Sacramento Valley's amateur radio community. Thanks for watching. For more supporting, please visit talkpod.com.

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