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February, 2025 eNEWS has been posted - click here to download it.
In this issue: Hal Kennedy, N4GG discusses Enclosure Vents
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News and Updates
Georgia QSO Party
The Georgia QSO Party is sponsored by the South East Contest Club and Southeastern DX Club and is held the 2nd weekend of April every year. This year's event is on April 12th and 13th. See https://gaqsoparty.com for details.
February 18th NFARL Meeting Recap – A Fantastic Night of CW!
What an incredible meeting we had on February 18th! 🚀 Steve Randall, KO4VW, delivered an engaging and insightful presentation on CW, diving into its history, terminology, best practices, and learning strategies. Whether you were brand new to Morse Code or a seasoned CW operator, there was something for everyone to take away. The hands-on workshop... Continue reading→
We Need Your Help! Check Out the New NFARL Calendar
Hey NFARL Members! 🚀 We’re testing a new and improved NFARL Calendar, and we want YOUR feedback! 📅 Why? Because we’re making it easier than ever to stay in the loop on club events, meetings, and activities. No more digging through emails or missing out on fun radio adventures—this new calendar does it all! What’s... Continue reading→
Activities
Feb 22nd: Dalton Hamfest
📻 Dalton Hamfest – The First & Best in Georgia! 📻 Get ready for the Dalton Hamfest, the first big hamfest of the year in Georgia! Whether you're looking for great deals, prize drawings, testing...
ARISS Contact at Woodward Mill Elementary – Watch Live!
Exciting news! An ARISS (Amateur Radio on the International Space Station) contact is happening soon, and you can watch it live! 📍 Location: Woodward Mill Elementary School, Lawrenceville, GA 🎙 Direct via: K4RGK (Direct Contact)...
2025 Georgia State Parks on the Air (POTA)
Join NFARL for the 2025 Georgia Parks on the Air Event! Calling all NFARL members! Get ready for an exciting weekend of portable ham radio operations as we gear up for the Third Annual Georgia... Continue reading→
President's Corner
Feb 2025
Well, the groundhog may have predicted six more weeks until Spring, but we’re not waiting around. We’ve already begun working on the club activities known for lifting us out of the winter season. Here come two anticipated events Georgia Hams enjoy; the Georgia QSO Party and Georgia State Parks on the Air. Look for information... Continue reading→
Monthly Activities
Tech Talk
Every Monday @8:30PM
Repeater: 145.47 - (600k) with 100 Hz tone, ECHO Link node 560686 (NF4GA-R), Discord channel.
Hungry Hams
Fun Net (Digital)
1st and 3rd Thursdays @8:00pm
Repeater 147.060 (+) PL 100 Hz or alternate repeater 443.150 (+) PL 100Hz, or EchoLink N4SBD-R, Node: 522043
CW Chat
Every Wednesday @8:00pm
Meeting Zoom link; Meeting ID: 847 2208 7419; Passcode: CW-CHAT
VE Test Session
Second Saturday @8:30AM
Slope’s BBQ, 34 E Crossville Rd (Hwy GA 92), Roswell, GA 30075
Registration required.
North Fulton ARES
Second Tuesday @7:30pm
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 500 Norcross Street, Roswell, GA 30075. Enter using the "Family History Center" door, which opens at 7:00PM for set up.
Zoom link here; Meeting ID: 838 5396 8459; Passcode: 170095.
Club Meeting
Third Tuesday @7:30pm
Preston Ridge Community Center, 3655 Preston Ridge Road Suite 100, Alpharetta, GA 30005. Doors open at 7:00pm.
Zoom link here; Meeting ID: 862 5582 7457; Passcode: 584698
Executive Meeting
Fourth Tuesday @7:00pm
The NFARL Executive Team meeting is open to all club members.
Video call link.
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North Fulton Amateur Radio League
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Roswell, Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Sandy Springs, Milton and all of North Atlanta.
Repeaters:
145.47 - (600k) with 100 Hz tone
147.06 + (600k) with 100 Hz tone
443.150 + (5mhz) with 100 Hz tone
444.475 + (5mhz) with 100 Hz tone
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