Category: Meeting

Mastering the Voice QSO with Larkfield ARC!

At our October club meeting, LARC member Steve Hines (N2PQJ) presented an insightful workshop for amateur radio operators: “Let’s Make a Voice QSO: Hints, Tips and Tricks for FM and HF”.

The session walked members and guests through the foundational rhythm of making a successful radio contact—focusing on preparation, active listening, clear exchanges using standard phonetics, proper repeater etiquette, and accurate logging in UTC.

Whether operating locally on 2-meter repeaters or reaching out across HF simplex channels, good operating habits ensure every conversation is clear, courteous, and fun. Thank you to everyone who joined us in person and via Zoom!

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Our latest club meeting brought out an impressive crowd of 27 members alongside several guests for a full evening of club business and special presentations.

Following a unanimous vote welcoming our newest member into the club, we handed the floor over to our special guest speakers from the American Radio Relay League (ARRL): Hudson Division Director Ed Wilson (N2XDD) and NLI Section Manager Jim Mezey (W2KFV).

Ed and Jim delivered an engaging presentation covering major updates from the ARRL regarding upcoming national programs and events. They also spearheaded a productive discussion focused on actionable ways our club can enhance local operator training and strengthen member recruitment efforts.

Thank you to Ed, Jim, and all of our members and visitors who made it an exceptional meeting. We look forward to seeing everyone at the next gathering!

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Our August 2026 meeting was well attended by 25 members. We voted on several bylaws changes and had a presentation on the “Skin Effect” and VSWR. One lucky member walked away with the 50/50 cash prize. See you all next month.

Our July 2026 meeting was well attended by 25 members. Tom-AA2TR gave us the Field Day 2026 wrap up with all the scores and stats. One lucky member walked away with the 50/50 cash prize. See you all next month.

Another fine turnout for our March 2025 meeting. Howard-WB2UZE, gave a presentation on ‘LICW and the Renaissance of Morse Code’. Bob-AC2AZ donated more books for a giveaway and he won the 50/50 raffle! Lucky Fred-K2LDC won the donated HT Baofeng radio.