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Becoming A Ham Operator

Details: Written by: Gerry, KG8RRY; Category: Uncategorised; Published: 02 March 2024; Hits: 2881

Are you considering becoming a Ham Operator?

Becoming a Ham Operator has several advantages, such as:

Emergency Communications: During natural disasters or emergencies, amateur radio operators can provide communication when traditional communication methods are down.
Technology: It is a great way to get hands-on experience with radio and communication technology.
Ham radio operators can join clubs or groups where they can meet like-minded people and participate in events and contests.
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: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Upcoming Club Events

Details: Written by: Admin; Category: Current Events; Published: 07 May 2024; Hits: 1529

MARC Vice-President Ryan Brown, KE8SDQ, announced these upcoming club events:

Scheduled Massillon Amateur Radio Club Operating Events:

Appreciation Banquet 2025

January 18^th 4pm to 8pm

The Legends, 2700 Augusta Dr, Massillon, OH 44646

Doors Open at 4pm, Dinner at 6pm

Please RSVP at:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

POTA Support Your Parks 2025

January 18 @ TBD

January 19 @ TBD

If you have any questions, please contact me at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Tell Us How We Did!

Details: Written by: Gerry, KG8RRY; Category: Hamfests; Published: 09 November 2024; Hits: 276

Your Opinion Is Needed & Appreciated!

The 2024 MARC Hamfest at MAPS is in the books! We, at the Massillon Amateur Radio Club (MARC), hope you had fun and found those "treasures you didn't know you couldn't live without" before your arrived!

So, as you think back on the big day let me ask you- HOW DID WE DO? What did we get right? What can we improve on?

Plans are underway for our 2025 MARC Hamfest and your input will help us make our show even bigger and better. Please take a few moments and drop us a line. Email us at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Thank you for taking a moment to let us know what you think!

-Gerry Sorensen, KG8RRY

Massillon ARC Hamfest Chairman

These are the sponsors who make this great event possible!

Our 2024 MARC Hamfest Partners!

Details: Written by: Staff; Category: Hamfests; Published: 30 August 2024; Hits: 869

Even though 2024 MARC Hamfest at MAPS in now a happy memory please consider our sponsors for your ham radio related purchases. Without their generosity we wouldn't be able to bring you our world-class hamfest. These businesses, small and larger, have made a commitment to give back to the ham radio community in a real, tangible way and enable us to complete our mission of promoting the world's greatest hobby in our community and beyond.

Please support these fine businesses when making ham radio related purchases. We thank them sincerely for their sponsorship of the 2024 MARC Hamfest at MAPS!

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