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Pictures from Our Annual BARA Picnic
Held on Wednesday, August 19th
Kopernik Observatory, 698 Underwood
Road, Vestal, NY
Annual 2026 BARA August Picnic
We enjoyed good food, easy conversation and time with fellow
hams while we held a brief club meeting and share updates on upcoming
activities.
Upstate New York POTA Weekend & Meetup
Saturday, September 5th thru Sunday, September 6th
Keuka Park State Park, 3560 Pepper Road, Keuka, NY
Special invite from the Upstate New York POTA (Parks on the Air)
group!
Join us the weekend of September 5-6 at Keuka Lake State Park
(US-2089) for the 2026 Upstate New York POTA Weekend and Meetup. After the
success of last year’s format, we’ve again reserved the pavilion
for Sunday’s meetup, leaving Saturday open for exploring the park, enjoying
the lake, and roving between nearby POTA entities.
The drive is about two hours from our area. Many operators are
camping at Keuka Lake State Park this year planning to arrive Friday,
September 4th by 3PM and depart Monday, September 7th by 11AM.
Details and reservations are available at the park website:
parks.ny.gov/visit/state-parks/keuka-lake-state-park.
Several of us attended last year’s POTA meetup at Watkins
Glen and had a fantastic time with both new friends and familiar faces. The
region is packed with POTA opportunities on the way there and back and it’s
right near US-6532, the Erie Canalway Corridor National Heritage Area,
offering plenty of 2-fer’s and more! For more
information: nycanalmap.com
POTA’s NEXT Phase is Live…What Comes
Next:
Next.POTA.app
looks like a game changer for Parks on the Air.
Click on the picture below to learn more about the future of POTA.
The beta version of the Next.POTA.app is live and ready to
use, bringing a faster, more modern experience with better mobile support, new
customization options and more. Thomas Martin W8TAM shares what operators can
try today and how a faster development model is helping shape the next phase
of Parks on the Air.
Kopernik Race to the Stars
Saturday, September 12th • 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Kopernik Observatory, 698 Underwood
Road, Vestal, NY
The Kopernik Race to the Stars 5K is an annual fundraiser
supporting the Observatory. The course winds through the hills surrounding
Kopernik, offering a scenic challenge for runners. Volunteers are needed for
radio communications.
Contact Ford Drake AB2HS if you would like to help out or lead the
event.
Volunteer Exam (VE) Test
Session
Wednesday, September 16th
• 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Kopernik Observatory, 698 Underwood Road, Vestal, NY
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Please
create an FCC account if you do not already have an FRN number. fcc.gov/coresWeb/regEntityType.do
Bring your FRN number, photo ID and (for
upgrades) a photocopy of your current license.
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While our exams are offered free of charge, the FCC requires a
$35 fee for new licenses, license renewals and vanity call sign requests.
This fee is not collected at the VE test session and must be paid directly to
the FCC. After your exam is passed and your
application is processed, the FCC will email you instructions for submitting
the required payment. Walk-ins are Welcome
BARA Monthly Club Meeting
Wednesday, September 16th
• 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Kopernik Observatory, 698 Underwood Road, Vestal, NY
All are welcome to attend our monthly meetings. Whether you
are licensed, studying, or simply curious about amateur radio, you are
encouraged to join us. Each session offers a mix of technical insight and
field-tested experience, creating a space where newcomers and long-time
operators can learn from one another. Attendees can expect thoughtful
discussion, practical advice and plenty of opportunities to exchange ideas
with local hams. It is an excellent way to stay connected with the club, keep
up with ongoing activities and be part of a community that enjoys learning,
experimenting and sharing knowledge. Unable to attend in person?
Click
Here to Join via Zoom
Doug's Fish Fry Fundraiser
Thursday, September 17th
• 11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Tractor Supply Co., 154
Vestal Pkwy West, Vestal, NY
 
Support BARA at our Doug’s Fish Fry fundraiser by
downloading a poster and help spread the word: qsl.net/bara/dougsfishfry
Breakfast Get Together
Saturday, September 19th • 9:00 am to 10:30 am
Blue Dolphin Diner, 7670
NYS Route 434, Apalachin, NY.
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Our monthly breakfast meet-up
takes place at the Blue Dolphin.
We gather on the third Saturday of
each month for good food, friendly conversation, and a relaxed start to the
weekend.
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Elmira Hamfest and Computerfest
Saturday, September 26th
• 6:00 am to 2:00 pm
Chemung County Fairgrounds,
170 Fairview Road., Horseheads, NY
The Hamfest Committee is seeking volunteers to make this
upcoming event a success. Whether you have experience or are just eager to
lend a hand, they welcome your participation. Volunteering is a fantastic way
to get involved, meet fellow radio enthusiasts, and contribute to our vibrant
community.
If you are interested in helping out please
contact: Ford Drake, AB2HS
More information
visit www.arasth3.org
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New York State QSO Party
Saturday, October 17th • 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
Kopernik Observatory, 698 Underwood
Road, Vestal, NY
Join us and put New York and Broome County on the map!
This is one of our most popular operating events.
New this year will be a 2 meter simplex station thanks to
Dennis KE2CIO and Ford AB2HS.
You can add your individual scores to the BARA club total!
Stay tuned for more details.to help.
YouTube Channel Playlists
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BARA
Activities
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Monthly
Meetings
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Monthly
Programs
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Marconi
Day
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NE2B
POTA CW
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News
Stories
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Calendars
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Analog and Digital Voice Nets
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Ham Radio Calendars
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Upcoming Local Events
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Local Amateur Radio Nets
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Radio Net
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Schedule
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Frequencies
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Morning Net
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Weekdays and
Saturdays
at 8:00 am
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146.865
-.600 MHz
PL 146.2
Ingraham Hill
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BARA Net
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Wednesday
at 8:00 pm
except for Club Meeting Wednesdays
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BRAT Net
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Sunday at
8:00 pm
Radio Amateur Technical Net
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Early Bird Net
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Weekdays
at 5:30 am
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146.730
-.600 MHz
PL 100.0
Binghamton
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STAR Net
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Southern
Tier Amateur Radio Net
Daily at 6:30 pm
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Six Meter Net
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Wednesdays
at 9:00 pm
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50.200 MHz
USB
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North / South
Group
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Thursdays
at 7:00 pm
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3.900 MHz
LSB
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NYS RACES
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Sunday at
9:00 am
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3.993 or
7.281 MHz LSB
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STNYDV Net
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Southern
Tier Digital Voice Net
Sunday at 7:00 pm
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BM TG 31367,
Wires-X 83721,
Google Meet and YouTube.
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Southern Tier Fusion
Net
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Sundays and
Wednesdays
at 8:00 pm
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Requires a
Yaesu C4FM Digital Radio
Click for Connection Entry
Points
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TTDTN
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Third
Tuesday of the Month
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Twin Tiers
Digital Training Net
on Zoom
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Amateur Radio Licensing
Interested in obtaining or upgrading your Amateur
Radio License? Learn about the different license classes, the requirements
and how to get started on your journey.
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ARRL Membership for Students
Full-time students aged 21 years or younger have the
opportunity for a no-cost student membership. As an ARRL member, you will
learn skills and make connections that may advance your education and
future career goals.
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BARA Brochures
The club has printed out about 100 BARA Brochures to help
spread the word about our organization.
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BARA Discord Server
Discord lets you communicate through text messaging,
voice and video calls. You can chat privately or join virtual communities called
servers.
Join us on Discord and be part of the conversation.
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BARA Logbooks
Each BARA member can receive a FREE Logbook as a gift
from BARA. This offer is limited to one logbook per member, not annually. Families
get one for each licensed member.
See Steve KA2YRA to claim your copy.
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BARA Stickers
Show your support for BARA with our exclusive BARA
Stickers.
Priced at just $3.50 each or 3 for $10.
See our Treasurer Greg KE2CAV to get yours.
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Broome County Live Scanner
Feed
Stay connected to Broome County’s emergency
services with ScannerNerds.com. Listen to live Motorola P25
transmissions delivering real-time, accurate and timely audio directly from
the first responders who protect our community.
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Callsign Light Displays
Discover these beautifully engraved and colorful Callsign
light displays crafted by our very own Bill Jakaitis, KB2SIN and other fantastic
ham radio-related gifts.
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Contest Calendar
Detailed information about amateur radio contests
throughout the world, including their scheduled dates/times, rules
summaries, log submission information and links to the official rules as
published by the contest sponsors.
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New Ham Cheatsheet
Alongside the QRZ Jumpstart Program, Frank Heaney
W2FJH has developed a “New Ham Cheatsheet.” This handy guide is
designed to help newly licensed hams get started on their amateur radio
journey with ease.
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New Ham Jumpstart Program
Are you a new ham who obtained your amateur radio
license within the last 6 months? Apply now for the QRZ Jumpstart Program
and receive a fantastic welcome package.
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Ham Radio Dashboard
A fast, privacy-first dashboard offering HF band
conditions, space weather, DX spots, POTA/SOTA activity, grey line maps,
contest calendars, a Morse trainer and simple logging tools, all in your
browser with no account required.
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Ham Info Map
An interactive map showing licensed amateur operators
across the U.S. Useful for exploring nearby hams or planning contacts.
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Hear Ham Repeater Directory
A centralized, easy-to-navigate repeater directory
with frequency, offset, mode and system details.
Works on desktop and mobile.
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Whether you are exploring local broadcasters, streaming
stations, or specialized radio services, this directory brings the world of
radio together in one place.
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Seven 3 Dot Net
A social network for hams by hams started in the Southern
Tier of New York as a means for hams to spread the word about anything and
everything ham radio related.
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Swap and Shop
Here, you can buy, sell or trade ham radio equipment
with fellow enthusiasts. Discover the latest listings and snag some
fantastic deals.
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BARA Would Like To Hear From
You
Members are encouraged to contribute
items of interest for BARA Facts
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Topics could include
projects, travel (especially involving ham radio), accomplishments, hints
and tips, Q&A, health and welfare, appropriate "letters to the
editor", and more. Include photos if possible. Please let us know if
you have an idea for a regular column and if you would even like to take
one on. Submissions will be edited for content so don't let that keep you
from writing up something of interest.
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