Club member Darrell Black, W8DSB, presented an informative session titled ‘What Digital Modes Exist for Repeaters and How to Operate Them.’ **The session provided an overview of the various digital voice modes used in repeater operations, explaining their advantages, technical differences, and best practices for operation. Darrell introduced attendees to…
Club President Eric Stoddart, K8ERS, presented an engaging and informative session titled ‘What Are QSL Cards and What Are the Digital Alternatives?’ The session provided an in-depth look at the tradition of QSL cards in amateur radio, their historical significance, and their role in confirming contacts between operators worldwide. Attendees…
Eric Stoddart (K8ERS) and James Mills (K8JKU) presented an informative session on The thrill of the Chase: Contesting in Amateur Radio. This was a good introduction before the ARRL Field Day 2025.
Club President Eric Stoddart (K8ERS) Presented an informative session titled “Wired for Success: Coaxial Cables, Connectors, and Powerpoles in Amateur Radio,” which provided attendees with a comprehensive understanding of essential cabling and power connection techniques in ham radio. The session covered the fundamentals of coaxial cables, their types, and best…
Location: Migizi Cabin, Brighton Recreation Area (Coordinates: 42.4977, -83.8297) Join the South Lyon Area Amateur Radio Club for the 2024 ARRL Field Day at the scenic Migizi Cabin in Brighton Recreation Area. This annual event is a fantastic opportunity for amateur radio enthusiasts, newcomers, and the general public to experience…
Saturday, April 20th @ Island Lake Rec Area
Anthony Luscre, K8ZT, presented an informative session titled ‘Technicians: Life Beyond Repeaters,’ **which explored the many opportunities available to Technician-class license holders beyond local repeater operation. The presentation aimed to inspire Technicians to expand their amateur radio activities by exploring modes such as HF communications, digital modes, satellites, contesting, and…
The next meeting will be Sunday February 18 that is one week past our normal meeting date. Monthly Club meeting information Topic: Technicians, Life Beyond Repeaters Presenter: Anthony Luscre K8ZT Synopsis: Maximizing your on-air experience and use of current privileges by going beyond local repeaters. Explore new modes, new bands and new…
All, Just a reminder that next Sunday January 14 will be our first club meeting. We will have a meet & greet starting at 6:30pm at the Witches Hat DepotThere are a few of us who have been meeting at the Witches Hat Brewery before the meeting starting at 5:00pm anyone…
Date: June 8th, 2024 https://www.michiganpotameetup.com Announcement: Michigan Parks on the Air Meetup! Hey South Lyon Area Amateur Radio Club! We’re thrilled to announce that some of our very own club members are organizing a Parks on the Air Meetup at the beautiful Sleepy Hollow State Park! It’s a fantastic opportunity…
