On the air
Make contacts near and far
Explore HF, VHF/UHF, contesting, CW, digital voice, and other operating modes alongside local operators who are happy to share what they know.
Explore nets and operating →Explore · Experiment · Connect
Radio brings people together.
From making your first contact to building antennas, trying digital modes, contesting, and supporting our community, BARA is a place to learn by
doing and share the excitement of amateur radio.
Monthly MeetingsThird Wednesday of the month· 7:00 PM Eastern
Kopernik Observatory, Vestal, NY
Kopernik Observatory, Vestal, NY
New to Amateur Radio?Visitors, students, and curious beginners are welcome.
License ExamsVolunteer exam sessions held one hour before our monthly meetings; walk-ins welcome.
A club for radio, technology, and community
There is more than one way to enjoy amateur radio.
Hands-on
Let’s build something
Learn through practical projects involving antennas, RF, electronics, station setup, logging, and experimentation. Bring an idea or learn from someone else's.
Read Jim Lawson W2UO’s article →Community
Get involved at your pace
Help with operating events, public service, club activities, outreach, or planning. You can contribute as much or as little as your time and interests allow.
Discover ways to participate →Featured from November BARA Facts
Amateur radio helps NASA study space weather.
A NASA-funded initiative led by the University of Scranton and Dr. Nathaniel Frissell, W2NAF, is bringing space-weather education and citizen science to communities nationwide. Working with the ARRL and HamSCI, the five-year project will deploy monitoring stations and establish public Discovery Stations where students, educators, and amateur radio operators can take part in real scientific research.
It is an exciting example of amateur radio reaching beyond the hobby and helping people contribute to scientific discovery.
Learn about the NASA-funded projectComing up at BARA
Meet fellow operators, get on the air, or take your next step.
Nov12Thursday
Doug’s Fish Fry Fundraiser
11:00 AM–6:00 PM · Tractor Supply Co., 154 Vestal Parkway West, Vestal. Stop by, enjoy a meal, and help support BARA’s activities. Members are encouraged to share the fundraiser poster.
Nov18Wednesday
Amateur Radio License Exams
6:00–7:00 PM · Kopernik Observatory, 698 Underwood Road, Vestal. BARA’s Volunteer Examiner team offers free exam sessions for those earning or upgrading an amateur radio license.
Nov18Wednesday
Monthly Club Meeting
7:00–8:30 PM · Kopernik Observatory, 698 Underwood Road, Vestal. Join fellow operators to exchange ideas, learn about radio-related interests, hear club news, and find ways to participate. Everyone is welcome; membership is not required.
Nov21Saturday
Breakfast Get-Together
9:00–10:30 AM · Blue Dolphin Diner, 7670 NYS Route 434, Apalachin. An informal gathering for breakfast, conversation, and radio talk. No formal agenda.
Dec3Thursday
Winter SKYWARN Training
6:30–8:00 PM · Broome County Emergency Management, 3006 Wayne Street, Endwell. Learn how to report severe weather conditions to the National Weather Service, including snowfall, hail, wind, tornadoes, and flooding. No previous training or age requirement.
Event information is based on the November 2026 issue of BARA Facts. Check the club calendar or event links for updates before traveling.
More ways to connect with BARA
Resources, member benefits, and ways to stay involved.
Get licensed
Amateur Radio Licensing
Study resources and guidance for earning your first license or upgrading. Full-time students age 21 or younger may also qualify for a free ARRL membership.
Start studying →Member community
BARA Discord
Connect with fellow members and amateur radio enthusiasts through text channels, voice conversations, and online discussions.
Visit the Discord invitation →Club information
BARA Brochure
Share a club brochure with someone interested in amateur radio and the activities of the Binghamton Amateur Radio Association.
View the BARA brochure →Member benefit
Complimentary BARA Logbook
Each member can receive a free logbook from the club. Families may receive one for each licensed family member. Contact Vice President Steve, KA2YRA.
Show your support
BARA Club Stickers
Club stickers are $3.50 each or three for $10. Contact Treasurer Greg, KE2CAV, to purchase yours.
Stay informed
November BARA Facts
Read the latest club news, New York QSO Party photos, events, amateur radio resources, and opportunities to contribute.
Read November’s issue →Curious about amateur radio?
Come see what it can do.
You do not need to be licensed or already know how everything works. Visit a meeting, ask questions, or just listen in. BARA welcomes anyone interested in radio and electronics technology.
Meetings: third Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM
Kopernik Observatory and Science Center, 698 Underwood Road, Vestal, NY.