Celebrating 60 Years
VARC
VERULAM Amateur Radio CLub
Our next meeting
is on Monday 15th July 2024: This is our portable/field event being held AT THE CABIN.
We invite you to come and show off your portable/field HF or VHF/UHF station.
We will set up a tent in the field next to the cabin and provide a table.
Let’s learn about operating portable! It’s all about the antenna so to make sure all are on a level field a maximum of 25 watts is suggested.
We will operate SSB and for each antenna see if we can hear the HF beacons.
Who has a portable/pota/sota setup? Bring it along and let’s test it.
We will have a 12 volt supply (but would prefer you to use your own power if you can) and Nano VNA to test your antennas.
Perhaps you always wanted to set something up? Well now you can join us in a master class!
If you have a camping chair please bring this along also.
The more of us who get involved with this the better!
Looking forward too meeting you there!
LOCATION:
Please contact us for directions to our Cabin – a closely guarded secret!
Guests are always welcome.
VERULAM RADIO CLUB
Join us for breakfast!
Everyone welcome!
Saturday 27th July at the Waterend Barn in St Albans from 10.30am
RSVP by text to 07570 055285
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THE CLUB
VARC has been in existance for over 60 years with monthly meetings and a number of regular activites including the ‘Antenna Shootout’ and the ‘Foxhunt’
We currently meet on the 3rd Monday of the month. We are currently looking for a new venue for our winter month meetings, but during the summer we have been meeting at our cabin site.
THE CABIN
At VARC we are very lucky to have our cabin which is an excellent resource for our members, This site enables members to experiment with their own or the clubs equipment on an aerial system few can fit in their garden and make a more competitive entry in contests. It also houses a number of VARC supported repeaters.
Also see https://hertsrepeaters.com/
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AMATEUR RADIO
AN INTRODUCTION
If you think amateur radio is something that you would like to take a closer look at, then please feel free to join us at our next meeting or contact our membership secretary by emailing membership@verulam-arc.org.uk
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Our next meeting is on Monday 15th July 2024:
Join us for our portable/field event
AT OUR CABIN
We invite you to come and show off your portable/field HF or VHF/UHF station.
We will set up a tent in the field next to the cabin and provide a table.
Let’s learn about operating portable! It’s all about the antenna so to make sure all are on a level field a maximum of 25 watts is suggested.
We will operate SSB and for each antenna see if we can hear the HF beacons.
Who has a portable/pota/sota setup? Bring it along and let’s test it.
We will have a 12 volt supply (but would prefer you to use your own power if you can) and Nano VNA to test your antennas.
Perhaps you always wanted to set something up? Well now you can join us in a master class!
If you have a camping chair please bring this along also.
The more of us who get involved with this the better!
Looking forward too meeting you there!
LOCATION:
Please contact us for directions to our Cabin – a closely guarded secret!
Guests are always welcome.
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August: Foxhunt on 70cm organised by Matt G7HMV. Details TBA.
September: VNAs – by Alex.
At The Boot, Kimpton.
A warm WELCome
We are excited to extend a warm welcome to all amateur radio enthusiasts, regardless of experience or skill level. Whether you’re a seasoned operator or just starting in the hobby, we encourage you to attend our meetings and become part of our vibrant club!
We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting!
Connect with fellow club members
Put faces to callsigns
Share your projects
Discuss the latest developments in amateur radio
Our MEmberships
Join us …….
Remote
£18
minimum per year
Additional contributions are always welcome!
For those who are not able to attend club activities, meetings, etc.
Full Membership
£36
minimum per year
Additional contributions are always welcome!
Whether licenced or not, enjoy the privileges of Full Membership, use of all facilities and loan of selected items of club equipment.
Full Membership is from the 1st of March to the end of February, pro-rata on application.
Family Membership
£39
minimum per year
Additional contributions are always welcome!
For where there are multiple licenced amateurs (or SWLs) in your family.
Bring your family to our events, meetings and allows use by them of the Cabin.