Winter Field Day Presentation

Bill Lord, KC1SSO, put together this wonderful video of our adventures setting up and participating in Winter Field Day from the Buxton / Hollis Rod & Gun Club.

Club Highlights

Photos from recent club activities.

About the YCARC

“To further the exchange of amateur radio information and cooperation between club members and the community, to promote amateur radio knowledge, individual operating efficiency, friendship, and to grow the Amateur Radio Service”

Founded in the 1980s, the York County Radio Club is a group of amateur radio enthusiasts who enjoy camaraderie, exploring electronics, and venturing out into Maine’s beautiful landscape.

Learn more about our history and activities on our About Us page.

Join us!

Membership is open to all. A ham license is not required, however voting privileges are reserved for full members with licenses.

  • A free, first year membership is given to any newly licensed ham.
  • Membership renewal is January.

No obligation: Guests are always welcome to attend events!

Meetings

Next Meeting
April 6, 2025 at 3 PM
Wells Town Office
208 Sanford Road, Wells, ME

Meeting Topic
CW code oscillator demo

Presentation
“Radio & Optical Astronomy” with Gwendolyn Rench of the Ossipee Hill Farm and Observatory

Nets

Weekly Net
Thursdays at 6:00 PM
Frequency: 147.345 MHz
Tone: 123.0 Hz CTCSS

Many members monitor this repeater for casual conversation or emergency calls.

Calendar

  • April 2, 2025
    • VE Test Session
      7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
      VE Test SessionTime: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
      Hosted by PAWA Westbrook Community Center
      426 Bridge St
      Westbrook, ME 04092
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  • April 3, 2025
    • Weekly Net
      6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
      Weekly NetTime: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
      Weekly check-in and general discussion with club members. Topic varies each week! W1BHR Repeater
      Frequency: 147.345 MHz
      Tone: 123.0 Hz CTCSS
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  • April 6, 2025
    • Monthly Business Meeting
      3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
      Monthly Business MeetingTime: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
      Activity planning, educational presentations, and door prizes! Wells Town Office
      208 Sanford Road, Wells, ME
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  • April 10, 2025
    • Weekly Net
      6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
      Weekly NetTime: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
      Weekly check-in and general discussion with club members. Topic varies each week! W1BHR Repeater
      Frequency: 147.345 MHz
      Tone: 123.0 Hz CTCSS
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Want to learn more?

  • Want to explore the science of radio?
  • Curious how electronic circuits work?
  • Looking to make some new friends with common interests?
  • Do you want an excuse to get outdoors, and go on an adventure?
  • Unlock a world of possibilities with amateur radio!