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60 Meter Band Updates

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In case you missed it, we’ve got some changes to the 60 meter band.

As of February 13, 2026, the FCC has updated 60-meter band rules for U.S. amateur radio operators (General class or higher), adding a new 15 kHz wide, non-channelized segment (5351.5–5366.5 kHz) with a 9.15-watt ERP limit. Four of the original five channels remain for 100-watt PEP operation, while the previous 5358.5 kHz channel (channel 3) is replaced by this new sub-band.

Key Changes to 60-Meter Band (Effective Feb 13, 2026):

  • New Segment: A contiguous, non-channelized (VFO) band from 5351.5 to 5366.5 kHz is now available.
  • Power Limits:
    • New Segment: Maximum of 9.15 watts Effective Radiated Power (ERP).
    • Existing Channels: The four remaining channels (5332, 5348, 5373, 5405 kHz) still allow 100 watts PEP.
  • Modes & Bandwidth: Upper Sideband (USB), CW, and Digital modes are permitted, with a maximum bandwidth of 2.8 kHz.
  • Channel Changes: The channel at 5358.5 kHz is removed, as it is now part of the new 5351.5–5366.5 kHz subband.
  • Eligibility: General, Advanced, or Amateur Extra class licensees.

The updated ARRL band plan chart can be found here:

https://www.arrl.org/files/file/Regulatory/Band%20Chart/Hambands4_Color_11x8_5.pdf

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Fundraiser: Hams Selling Ham

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We have a quick and easy fundraiser running until Easter of 2026 through The Honey Baked Ham Co.

Know someone who wants to save some bacon on a holiday dinner? Share the site below with anyone you know! 20% of all Honey Baked Ham gift card purchases through that link go straight to the Defiance County Amateur Radio Club.

Here’s the full URL:
Honey Baked Ham

Share that link far and wide — only gift cards purchased through that fundraiser web address count towards the club fundraiser.

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Klondike Derby Volunteers Needed!

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The Van Wert Amateur Radio Club is looking for local amateur radio operators to assist with traffic handling at this year’s Klondike Derby.

Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
Time: (published event schedule) 8:00am – 4:00pm
Place: Camp Lakota – 2180 Ginter Rd, Defiance, OH 43512

More specifics will be provided as they are made available.

For more information, please contact Randall Schad (WZ8Q) or David Taylor (KB8JYV).

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Board Officer Opening

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The DCARC has an opening for Treasurer on the Board of Directors for the 2026 calendar year. Nominations are now being accepted by contacting any member of the Defiance County Amateur Radio Club, or by submitting a comment on this post.

For more information, please join us on the DCARC Net any Thursday evening through November 6 at 8:00 PM ET on the 147.090 repeater.

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