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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:
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Don’t Be Pushy
It seems that organizations small or large are always pushing something. Pushing for volunteers, pushing for money, pushing for notoriety, pushing for membership – you name it, we’ve all been a part of such situations.
Amateur radio, and particularly radio clubs, are not immune to this model’s sometimes vicious cycle.
To steal a tagline from the acclaimed Farmers Insurance Company, “We know a thing or two, because we’ve seen a thing or two.” We know if we PUSH people to do anything, the results may come, but sometimes at the steep price of losing good people. It can be easy to call on the same committed individuals, leading them to the breaking point of being burned-out or disenchanted with the organization.
MARC’s vision doesn’t include pushing anyone to do anything. In fact, we’ve witnessed exactly the opposite.
Each and every one of you in your own way, have created a PULL that is bringing people out of the woodwork. Brand new folks and longtime members are coming forth, WANTING to be a part of this groundswell of enthusiasm and opportunity happening at MARC!
That’s it. No strings attached. You are welcome at MARC in any capacity you chose. Membership not required. We are delighted to have you around.
As we’re “pushing” almost one hundred years as an organization, we hope you find some way that you can enjoy the journey. The best is yet to come!
Don Rankl – N8IVJ
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MARC is recognized by the ARRL as a Special Service Club (SSC). You may be wondering, “What is an SSC, and how does this affect me?”
What is a Special Service Club?
A club that exists to go above and beyond for their communities and for Amateur Radio is what defines a Special Service Club (SSC). They are the leaders in their Amateur Radio communities who provide active training classes, publicity programs, and actively pursue technical projects and operating activities.
What about MARC?
As an ARRL Special Service Club, we have met our agreement to develop our skills in specified areas during the past two years in accordance with the guidelines in the ARRL SSC Active Club On-Line Primer.
We have worked closely with our Affiliated Club Coordinator throughout the year to develop these skills. We schedule regular, active training classes to help prospective hams study to pass their required FCC license testing. We have a recently improved publicity program to educate the community with regards to our function.
We have club members who actively pursue technical projects and operating activities. We sponsor and participate in important ARRL and hobby related events such as Field Day.
Bottom Line
How can MARC assist you in your ham radio journey? Let us know by sending us a note at:
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Here is our MARC Club newsletter, The FEEDBACK.
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MARC Club Net Manager- Evan Rankl, KE8IDH
Stark County DMR Net - Held on Monday evenings at 7:30 pm on the W8NP repeaters located in Massillon and Alliance Talk Group 313989 Time slot 1.
Statewide DMR Net - Held on Monday evenings at 8:30 pm using the statewide Talk Group 3139.
Stark County ARES Net - Held on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm on the N8ATZ repeater 147.120 MHz with a pl of 110.9
Alliance Amateur Radio Club Net - Held on Thursday evenings at 9 pm on the W8LKY Repeater 145.370 MHz with a pl of 110.9
West Stark Info Net - Held every Friday evening on the W8NP Repeater 147.180 MHz with a pl of 110.9 except the first Friday of the month which is club meeting night for the Massillon Amateur Radio Club.
Massillon 80 Meter CW Net - Held Sundays evenings at 8:00 pm on 3.5995 MHz
If you are outside the range of our MARC repeater you can listen to our signal on Broadcastify. To access the feed from the Club repeaters press HERE.