Category Archives: Activities

Updated TARC Bylaws

Posted on May 20, 2020 by Daniel McDonald

A special, socially-distant general membership meeting was held at University Mall on Monday, May 4th, 2020 for the purpose of voting upon bylaws changes. The changes were approved, giving TARC the ability to hold meetings and conduct club business remotely … Continue reading →

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TARC Six Meter Presentation

Posted on May 16, 2020 by Daniel McDonald

Have you been noticing lately the number of reports about the Six Meter band opening up? This is the season and to help us prepare for these openings TARC is having a Special WebEx Presentation Night this Monday at 7:30 … Continue reading →

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Special TARC General Meeting

Posted on May 2, 2020 by Daniel McDonald

SPECIAL CALLED TARC GENERAL MEETING MONDAY, MAY 4TH; 7:30 PM ‘DRIVE-IN’ location: University Sq. Mall parking lot (left side, old Burdines) 2200 East Fowler Ave, Tampa This will be a ‘Drive-in’ meeting of all TARC membership to vote on two changes to … Continue reading →

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“Remoting ham radio…It is in my future…but what’s the best way to do it”?

Posted on March 18, 2020 by Daniel McDonald

Kudo’s to Lu, W4LT, for his presentation Monday night on remote ham radio. This presentation covered: What is/are Remote Amateur Stations Why “Go Remote” in the first place? Basic “infrastructure’ requirements at the control point Four approaches to solving the Remote … Continue reading →

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Upcoming Hamfests in March

Posted on February 28, 2020 by KX4TT

The following hamfests are scheduled for March. For more information, contact the Sponsor club or check them out on the ARRL website at http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar. 73 de Lee KX4TT 03/07/2020 – Charlotte County Hamfest Location: Punta Gorda, FL Sponsor: Peace River … Continue reading →

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Congratulations to Dawn, K2WLS for Earning Florida QSO Party Awards

Posted on February 9, 2020 by Daniel McDonald

Congratulations to Dawn, K2WLS for receiving two plaques for her outstanding efforts during the 2019 Florida QSO Party! Dawn earned First Place YL entry and First Place SSB for most points by any SSB low power entry! Dawn logged over … Continue reading →

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W4G is available!

Posted on January 21, 2020 by Daniel McDonald

Please get with Biff, and coordinate your operating activity @ the Clubhouse. We will be active till the 1st of Feb with this special event call. Please be sure to log all contacts on the computers at the stations, and … Continue reading →

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2020 TARCFest Hamfest Schedule

Posted on January 21, 2020 by Daniel McDonald

April 18, 2020 August 22, 2020 8:00am – 1:00pm “Florida’s Friendliest Tailgate” Admission will be $5 per person children 12 and under free Tailgating is FREE with paid admission Indoor tables at $15.00 in advance Great food and drink W5YI … Continue reading →

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WCF SECTION PRESS RELEASE #20-03

Posted on January 3, 2020 by Daniel McDonald

WCF SECTION PRESS RELEASE #20-03 – 1/03/20 WCF SECTION 20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION ANNIVERSARY PARTY FOLLOWING THE TARCFEST The ARRL West Central Florida Section will turn 20 years old on January 15, 2020. The Section will be holding a WCF Section … Continue reading →

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TARCFest Snowbird Edition – Saturday, January 11, 2020 – 8 AM to 1 PM

Posted on January 3, 2020 by Daniel McDonald

“Florida’s Friendliest Tailgate” Admission will be $5 per person (children 12 and under free). Tailgating is FREE with paid admission  Indoor tables are $15.00 in advance Great food and drink. VE Test Sessions after the Event ( 1 PM) From … Continue reading →

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