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Builds

Radio Myths – “You’ve Got Too Many Radials!”

There’s been a surge of new antennas hitting the market lately—many of them verticals. And in my opinion, vertical antennas are fantastic, especially for portable operations. When I head out to a park, I don’t always have a convenient tree…

By W8NI · May 5, 2026
Field/Mobile Ops

Make It Work!

Imagine you’re going on an adventure. A little out of state excursion, where nature abounds and state parks are plentiful.…

By WZ8Q · April 30, 2026
From the Shack

5 Things Every OP Should Know

Even as I typed this title, I remember back to my years as an ISO auditor. There was a saying…

By W8NI · March 30, 2026
Builds

Club Build Event and VE Testing

[Note: updated from original with corrected mailing address and additional information] We will also be conducting testing at the build…

By KD8JSP · March 9, 2026
From the Shack

Testing FT2: Digital in the Fast Lane

 Do you find digital modes boring? Does FT8 seem to drag? FT4… faster but still… Well, if that is how…

By W8NI · March 1, 2026
Builds

It Got A Little Meshy This Winter

As it is with many Amateur Radio enthusiast, I for one can become a little antsy during the winter months.…

By KE8PJL · February 25, 2026
Amateur Radio News

60 Meter Band Updates

In case you missed it, we’ve got some changes to the 60 meter band. As of February 13, 2026, the…

By WZ8Q · February 25, 2026
Club News & Events

2025 Christmas Party Pics

My apologies to all for the delay in getting these pictures posted. (Yours truly was in the middle of a…

By WZ8Q · February 1, 2026
Club News & Events

2026 DCARC Awards

Announcing the 2026 Club Operating Awards! Celebrate Your Skills • Push Your Stations • Have Some Fun on the Bands…

By W8NI · December 11, 2025