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Becoming A Ham Operator
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Are you considering becoming a Ham Operator?
Becoming a Ham Operator has several advantages, such as:
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Emergency Communications: During natural disasters or emergencies, amateur radio operators can provide communication when traditional communication methods are down.
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Technology: It is a great way to get hands-on experience with radio and communication technology.
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Ham radio operators can join clubs or groups where they can meet like-minded people and participate in events and contests.
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Personal Development: It also builds skills such as communication, problem-solving, and technical expertise.
Amateur Radio is an exciting hobby that continues to grow in popularity. It provides opportunities for personal growth, education, and building relationships with people all over the world.
Join the Massillon Amateur Radio Club on the first Friday of each month for our monthly get together! And for more information about our club visit our Facebook page or email:
Latest Ham Radio News
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Amateur Radio Newsline beginning 7/11/2025 is here with all the latest news from the world of amateur radio. In today's episode you'll hear-
- POTA ACTIVATOR ELECTROCUTED IN NORTH CAROLINA
- HAMSHACK HOTLINE TO BE DISCONTINUED
- FORMER NASA ASTRONAUT TO SPEAK AT DALLAS 'MOON DAY'
- YOTA AMERICAS CAMPERS LAUNCH FARTHEST BALLOON TRIP
- SILENT KEY: AUSTRIAN MILITARY RADIO SOCIETY's MONIKA WLCEK, OE3YUP
- NYC PROPERTY OWNER GETS "PIRATE" LETTER FROM FCC
- BRAZILIAN SPECIAL EVENT CELEBRATES 105-YEAR-OLD YL
- 'NIGHT OF NIGHTS' HONORS LONG-GONE MARITIME TRADITION
- DOUBLE CENTENARY FOR AMATEURS IN JAPAN
- GRANT WILL HELP WITH CLUBLOG OPERATIONS UPGRADE
- WORLD OF DX
- KICKER: HEADQUARTERS FIELD DAY FOR OUR 2022 YHOTY WINNER
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Upcoming Club Events
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MARC Vice-President Ryan Brown, KE8SDQ, announced the following:
POTA Event
Saturday July 19, 2025
Jackson Bog Pavilion B
All Day
MARC Ice Cream Social
Aug 1st
7pm to 9pm
Location Community Park (same as Field Day)
Ohio QSO Party
Aug 23 @ TBD
Noon to Midnight
Location TBD
Ohio State Parks on the Air
Sep 6 @ Portage Lakes Knapp Pavilion
10am to 6pm
If you have any questions, please contact Ryan at
2025 MARC Hamfest Vendor Portal Instructions & Link
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VENDOR PORTAL INSTRUCTIONS
Vendor set up is anytime between 5am and 8am!
Last year our vendor tables for that hamfest sold out. This year's tables are the same price ($15) until 10/1/25. After 10/1 tables will each be $20.
Step 1- Click here to view the hamfest map: MAP. The tables are arranged in rows A through F. Tables are numbered. Tables in gray are available. When you find a table(s) you would like, go to Step 2.
Step 2- Access the portal here: Vendor portal (conventionforce.com).
Step 3- Set up an account profile for yourself. Once you have created your profile you will be presented with an option to view the map and select a table(s). When setting up your profile all the info with a red * is necessary. Your profile contains the same information already available on QRZ with the exception of your phone number. Your company name is your callsign, and your business type is "Hamfest Vendor."
Step 4- Visit interactive map. Choose your table(s) from the available spots. The available spots are colored green. When a spot is taken the table becomes "greyed out" and is unavailable for purchase. See the photo here of what the map looks like. Spots with names and orange backgrounds are taken.
Step 5- After selecting your table you will be directed to add the number of tickets you wish (see bottom of the page) to purchase and then be given the opportunity to check out. Check out after adding the number of tickets you need-- you need at least 1 ticket!
Please note you may return to the map, if you wish, to add another table. You may add as many tables and tickets as you like, but you must have at least one (1) ticket to buy a table.
Step 6- Check out. At the top of the page you will need to type 3 things into the box to purchase- your card number, the expiration date (MM/YY), and your 3-digit code from the back of your card. Note- AMEX has a 4-digit code on front of your card.
The actual secure transaction is processed by Stripe. You may complete your transaction on Stripe's secure server. Our club never sees your credit card information. You will immediately receive a receipt.
Last year’s vendors: If you pre-reserved your table from last year you will not be able to pay for your tables and tickets in the Convention Force app. Instead you may pay your table and tickets by sending a check or by credit card through this link: https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ6s36Ve9oN4ggbII.
Check payments to:
Massillon ARC
Attn: Gerry Sorensen, Hamfest Committee Chairman
921 17th St., NE
Massillon, OH 44646
Notes:
Once a table has been purchased it is yours. No one else can claim that table.
You must have at least one (1) ticket to participate. You may purchase any number of tables or tickets, however.
If you run into difficulty or would rather have me reserve the table(s) for you, please email Gerry at
Thank you for partnering with us this year!
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