News and Updates
🎉 J-Pole Workshop Recap: We Built, We Soldered, We Tuned!
Following up on our J-Pole Workshop announcement, NFARL members turned out on July 18th for a morning of hands-on antenna building, radio programming, and repeater know-how. Hams of all experience levels — including several brand-new licensees fresh off Ham Cram — built their own dual-band 2m/70cm J-Pole antennas, programmed their HTs with the new NFARL...Continue reading→
NFARL July Meeting: NFARL Metro Atlanta Area Frequency Plan
Fellow NFARL members, Mark your calendars — our July meeting is coming up on Tuesday, July 21st, and we have a presentation that I think will be genuinely valuable for every operator in our membership. 📍 Preston Ridge Community Center 3655 Preston Ridge Road, Suite 100, Alpharetta, GA 30005 Doors open at 7:00 PM |...
NFARL Workshop J Pole Antenna 2m/70cm plus CHIRP set up of HT’s
🛠️ Workshop: 2m/70cm J-Pole Build, CHIRP Programming, & Repeater Tips - July 18th Following up on our highly successful Ham Cram class, it’s time to put those new HTs (handheld transceivers) to work! This hands-on workshop is designed to help you build a portable, raised outside antenna for vastly superior repeater coverage, get your radio...Continue reading→
Missed the May Meeting? We’ve Got You Covered!
Missed the May Meeting? We've Got You Covered! 📡 Three recap videos are now up on the NFARL YouTube channel. Grab a coffee and catch up at your own pace: 1. Club Updates, Bylaws Vote & New Hams New member shoutouts, the 2026 bylaws vote, and the brand-new Metro Atlanta 2m/70cm frequency plan — plus...Continue reading→
Join NFARL for ARRL Field Day 2026! Sign Up Now!
Get ready, everyone! The most anticipated amateur radio event of the year is just around the corner – 2026 ARRL Field Day! NFARL is inviting the communities we serve to join us in participating in this exciting weekend event! This is a fantastic opportunity to operate, learn, socialize, and showcase the power and fun of...Continue reading→
Janet Cobb Obituary
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Janet Cobb, beloved wife of our long-time member and club cornerstone, Bill Cobb (K4YJJ). Bill has been instrumental in NFARL’s growth, beautifully designing and managing our website through 2024, and capturing the spirit of our community for years through his event photography. A service...Continue reading→
Big News and Big Plans: Join us for the May Meeting!
This month is going to be a busy one! We’re kicking things off with an important vote to adopt our 2016 Bylaws. The Board has given their unanimous "thumbs up," and we’re excited to share how these changes support our club’s long-term strategy. We’re also shifting gears into Field Day 2026! NFARL is a force...Continue reading→
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