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Binghamton Amateur Radio Association – March 2025
Technician Level Licensing Class Vestal Center Fire Station, 2517 State Route 26, Vestal, NY
The Amateur (HAM) Radio Technician Level Licensing Class, hosted by the Binghamton Amateur Radio Association (BARA) in collaboration with the Vestal Fire Department, has become a remarkable success, driven by the enthusiasm and dedication of its participants. What began as a modest initiative has evolved into a thriving learning community, surpassing all expectations. To the delight of organizers and attendees alike, enrollment has surged to an impressive forty individuals, reflecting both the passion of the participants and the growing appeal of amateur radio as an exciting and rewarding pursuit. The enthusiasm and commitment shown by everyone involved have made this program an undeniable success.
For more information: Technician Level Licensing Class.
For Sale - Amateur Radio
Equipment Contact Steve KU2O via email at [email protected]
For a complete listing of available equipment, please visit: https://qsl.net/bara/w2wqu/equipment
Are you looking for quality vintage amateur radio equipment? If so, you are in luck! A fine selection of transceivers, power supplies, cw keyers, and antenna tuners is now available for sale. This equipment comes from the estate of the late Glenn W2WQU (ex-WB2ZUF) (SK).These classic pieces of gear are perfect for enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate reliability, performance, and timeless designs. For detailed descriptions, key features, and specifications, for each item, visit our Swap & Shop page at: https://seven3.net/s/sell-buy-or-trade-ham-radio-equipment/
Check out the listings now before they are gone. Do not miss this chance to upgrade your setup or find that rare piece of equipment you have been searching for. If you are interested in any items, contact Steve KU2O via email at [email protected] to arrange for pickup and testing.
BARA’s New Presence on
Discord
To help streamline communications among members and share common interests, BARA invites you to Join us on the BARA Discord Server. Discord is an instant messaging and VoIP social platform that allows communication through voice calls, video calls, text messaging, and media. Communication can be private or take place in virtual communities called "servers," which are collections of persistent chat rooms and voice channels accessible via invite links. Discord runs on Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, iPadOS, Linux, and in web browsers.
We encourage you to be a part of our exciting BARA community on Discord. We have started with some popular channels for various topics of member interests. Please feel free to join and contribute to as many as you would like, and especially suggest new ones. If you have any questions about getting in, you can email us, and once you are in, feel free to message us on Discord.
Volunteer Exam (VE) Test
Session
Held one hour prior to our monthly member meetings, these VE Sessions provide an excellent opportunity for those looking to earn their license or upgrade their existing privileges. Walk-ins are allowed.
For more information: larc-vec.org/displayteam.php?team=BARA
BARA Monthly Club Meeting
We are excited to welcome Ben Sheron, KC2OTS, as our guest speaker this month. Ben will deliver an enlightening presentation on the use of solar power in amateur radio. This engaging session will provide a comprehensive overview of how to harness renewable energy to enhance your ham radio activities.
Ben plans to bring a hands-on element to this session with a small solar panel and other components to complement his presentation. He will guide us through a brief history of solar power, an in-depth look at the components of a solar power system, and innovative ways to integrate solar energy into amateur radio operations. For those who enjoy diving into the technical side, Ben will also touch on some math related to system design and performance optimization. Ben’s presentation will also encourage participation, with opportunities to ask questions and explore ideas for using solar power in your setups.
In addition, attendees will have an opportunity to learn about the solar power system at the Kopernik Observatory and its use in supporting their amateur radio activities. This cutting-edge setup is a great example of how renewable energy can power communication systems effectively and sustainably.
Everyone is welcome to attend, as BARA meetings are open to all. The only prerequisite for attending is an interest in Amateur Radio. In addition, you will have the opportunity to meet other ham radio operators in your area and learn from their experiences as well.
Unable to attend in person? Click here to Join the Meeting via Zoom.
CVARA Bullthistle Hamfest
Talk in Frequency: 146.52 Simplex or 146.685 Repeater ( -600 ) PL 110.9
The CVARA Bullthistle Hamfest will take place on Saturday, March 29, 2025, from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM at St. Bartholomew’s Parish Center, located at 81 East Main St, Norwich, NY 13815 (use 10 Sheldon St for parking lot entrance). Vendor access begins at 6:00 AM, with vendor setup available on Friday, March 28, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Admission is $7, and tailgating is free with paid admission. Table reservations are available for $10 each, but space is limited, so early reservations are encouraged. To reserve a table or tailgating spot, email [email protected] and prepay via PayPal.
For more information: CVARA Bullthistle Hamfest
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