Category Archives: Activities

“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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TARCFest is Only a Couple of Weeks Away!

Posted on November 4, 2019 by Daniel McDonald

TARCFest XLIV November 16th Flyer  

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ARRL Candidates Forum at Tampa Amateur Radio Club (TARC)

Posted on September 23, 2019 by Daniel McDonald

The Tampa Amateur Radio Club (TARC) would like to invite members and interested radio amateurs to a special membership meeting regarding the upcoming ARRL Southeastern Division election. Candidates will present their ideas and answer your questions regarding their candidacy from … Continue reading →

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TARCFest Rescheduled – Saturday, November 16, 2019

Posted on September 15, 2019 by Daniel McDonald

Saturday, November 16, 2019 Vendor Set-up 7:00 am, Trading begins at 8:00 am Cost: $ 5.00 per person, Tailgating FREE with Admission

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