GREENE COUNTY VIRGINIA AMATEUR RADIO CLUB (GCVARC)

Who are we and why do we exist?
Greene County Virginia Amateur Radio Club (GCVARC) is an ARRL Affiliated Club. Our purpose is to further the exchange of information and cooperation between members, to promote radio knowledge, fellowship, and individual operating efficiency, and to so conduct our programs, training, and activities as to advance the general interest and welfare of Amateur Radio in our community and the world.  All persons interested in Amateur Radio communications are eligible for membership.

When do we meet?
Please join us. We meet the 1st Thursday each month, 6:00 PM at The Blue Ridge Cafe, Ruckersville, VA. Visitors welcome. If there are events impacting the meeting schedule, you will see a notice in the banner.

How do I Contact the GCVARC? 
Radio: Repeaters: 145.470 MHz  151.4, neg offset &443.900 MHz 151.4, pos offset, & Simplex: 146.580 MHz

See GCVARC web site: https://GCVARC.net

USPS: GCVARC, PO Box 463, Ruckersville, VA 22968 

 

NEXT VE SESSION: March 19, 2022, at 10:00 am at:

Stanardsville Station 

126 Main St. 

Stanardsville, VA 22973

 

 

President’s Message 

December 23, 2021    At the December meeting the guest speaker was Mike, KQ9P who discussed Mesh Radio and its components.    Mike is very knowledgeable about Mesh and was able to give the members good insight on how to get started setting up a system.    During the next 12 months some of the members in association with the local ARES group headed by Steve, KN4AOB will investigate the possibility of setting up a system within our county as an additional method of emergency communications if needed during a time of emergency.    Amateur Radio Operators are always seeking ways to help their communities in times of need. I suggest that you check with your local club and to determine if they need assistance in planning for emergencies and lend a hand with the task. “Many hands make light work”.   The club’s Christmas/Holiday dinner was a complete success with everyone enjoying the good food and companionship. We had a gift trade with everyone going home with a surprise gift.    Special thanks go out to Dawn and the staff at the Greene Hills Golf Club for the great food, service and the decorations. It was very much appreciated.    I wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.  Be well and stay safe.    Bill  K4FZE

                        

 

Note: ARRL Website updated February 16, 2022