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Ham Fest

HAMFEST

November 8 2025

Contact Jan Gibson VE3ZYL for details

hamfest@yrarc.org

Mike Crabtree VA3MCT wins Harvey Bell Award

  • Contribution to public service
  • Contributions and leadership in ARES/EmComm.
  • Establishing Winlink in the club, through assistance & training
  • Instigated ongoing Health and Welfare Net
  • Service as former board member
  • Running the Winlink RMS station
  • Running the WIRES-X system for the Fusion repeater
  • Running a Dragnet QRM receiver

Go Kit Shoot Out

Mark your calendar for the 1st Go Kit Shoot Out on May 6th at Temperance Hall

Michael Proussalidis wins transceiver!

Michael Proussalidis. One of the basic with honours amateurs from the last course who won the draw for the Transceiver.

Many thanks to Martin Maduro, VE3PWR, for the donation of the transceiver.

Want to get your Ham Radio License?

Join us on Saturday, April 26th, 2:30-4:30 PM for a fun, casual presentation on ham radio! Newmarket Public Library,

438 Park Avenue, Newmarket, L3Y 1W1

Discover how you can connect with people locally and worldwide—no cell phones required! It’s social, educational, and can even be a lifesaver during emergencies.

Meet experienced operators, explore radios, antennas, GO Kits, and more! Whether you’re new to ham radio or thinking about getting your operator’s certificate, this is your chance to learn and connect! 

Mark your calendar and don’t miss out!

If interested in taking our upcoming basic qualification class, please email president@yrarc.org. 

2024 Recap

Update on Club Activities

A great 2024 year, 15 public service events, looking into AREDN for high speed communication