The Kittredge Magnet School Radio Club is continuing its strong engagement in ham radio and STEM activities, following the successful antenna setup earlier this semester. The club’s momentum is growing, with a massive 47 students signed up this year! To meet this impressive demand and provide a new challenge, teacher Ms. Charamie DeMarco, W5FRM, has introduced a hands-on electronic project: building small FM radio kits! The first build session proved to be a huge hit. NFARL volunteers Lee Johnson (N4WYE) and Ted Macklin (K4MPM) assisted Ms. DeMarco and about 15 enthusiastic students. “Sooo rewarding! Lee (N4WYE) and I (K4MPM) showed […]
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NFARL Mini-Hamfest Tuesday, Sept 16th Club Meeting
You don’t want to miss this! Our 4th annual Mini Hamfest is back, and it’s your chance to buy great radio gear at amazing prices. Whether you are a seasoned pro or just getting started, there’s something for everyone-radios, accessories, and more! Last year was great, and this year’s going to be even bigger. It’s not just about the gear, it’s about meeting great folks who share our passion. Come and join us to buy, sell, or browse: there will be plenty to see. Tables are provided free for NFARL members. Our club membership is $30. Shoot me an email […]
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On the Air Again: Kittredge Radio Club Starts Strong with Antenna Upgrades and Record Enrollment
Kittredge Magnet School Radio Club is ready for a new school year! NFARL helped repair a damaged 40 meter End Fed Half Wave antenna. It was returned to full operation after taking off about 4 feet in length. (see the “before” photo, courtesy of Lee). We also installed a new outside 2 meter and 70 centimeter vertical antenna for the vhf/uhf frequencies, and confirmed that the new higher roof location allowed many of the repeaters to be within operational range. This will be wonderful for the students as they earn Technician licenses. Last year, three 5th and 6th grade students […]
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NFARL July Meeting Recap: 3D Prints for Ham Shack
What an incredible July meeting we had at NFARL! It was fantastic to see so many of you there, sharing in the camaraderie and diving deep into the exciting world of amateur radio. For those who joined us, thank you for making it such a vibrant and engaging evening! Your presence truly makes these meetings special. For anyone who couldn’t make it, don’t worry – we’ve got you covered! We’re thrilled to share the recordings of both the essential club updates and an absolutely fascinating presentation. So grab a coffee, settle in, and catch up on everything you missed! First […]
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NFARL Volunteers Aid Sandy Springs Police on Last 4th of July
On the last 4th of July, the North Fulton Amateur Radio Emergency Service (NF ARES) provided crucial communication assistance to the Sandy Springs Police Department during the city’s Live Music and Fireworks Display. The event, which drew an estimated eight thousand attendees, was well-organized and featured a strong police presence. NFARL volunteers played a role in ensuring smooth operations. A police briefing before the event emphasized the importance of heightened vigilance due to current world events, urging everyone to report any safety concerns immediately. During the fireworks display, the loud booms from the 1,170 tubes of fireworks even triggered many […]
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Georgia Governor B. Kemp Issues Proclamation of Amateur Radio Week
Again this year, on behalf of the Georgia Radio Amateurs, we (NFARL) requested Governor B. Kemp to issue a Proclamation for Radio Amateur Week to coincide with ARRL’s nation wide Field Day event on June 28-28, 2025. We are very pleased to present this year’s Governor’s Proclamation declaring the last week in June as Amateur Radio Week! Signed by Governor Kemp and in possession of the club. Available for viewing during field day! What a wonderful endorsement of the many contributions by Hams and services we provide for our local communities particularly during times of emergency and weather related disasters.
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US Islands One Day Getaway & Picnic 2025
On May 10th NFARL celebrated the USI One-Day-Getaway contest event and held our annual picnic at the West Bank Park, Lake Lanier, GA. Many of the usual characters were present and brought their famous and delicious dishes for a most enjoyable picnic. A few of us launched multiple antennas with serious slingshots. Bill Cassanova used his Sling Shot Arborist Throwline Launcher with Trigger and overshot the target. This year we had some new faces and Roy KQ4OYM put on a workshop with our webmasters and those interested in directly posting on our website. Once the antennas were operational, Mike Riley […]
Continue readingAnnouncement of the passing of Eileen Jones Straw the wife of Scott Straw
Members of the North Fulton Amateur Radio League join the Scott Straw family to honor the recent passing of his wife Eileen Jones Straw. We send our heartfelt condolences for their loss, and we ask our members to remember Scott and his family with their prayers and support. The memorial services were held May 8th in the Chapel at the Roswell United Methodist Church and several Club members were in attendance. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Roswell United Methodist Church Missions or Children’s Worship Arts at Roswell UMC. Here is a link to her […]
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Round 2: NFARL Supports Kittredge Magnet School’s Ham Radio Activities
On March 27th and April 3rd, NFARL volunteers helped thirty-two students at Kittredge Magnet School complete their Code Practice Oscillator (CPO) kits. This was the second time we’ve had the opportunity to support Kittredge’s ham radio efforts — and it was just as rewarding as the first! During two build sessions, students learned basic soldering skills, assembled their CPO kits, tested their devices, and practiced sending their first Morse code. Our NFARL volunteer mentors included Mike Riley, Dave Bisiotti, Ted Maklin, and Lee Johnson. The following week, Ian and Wes organized an FCC Technician license testing session for the students. […]
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NFARL Sparks Young Minds with Hands-On Ham Radio Fun at Kittredge Magnet School!
Get ready to feel a surge of pride, NFARL members! Our recent outreach event at Kittredge Magnet School was an incredible success, showcasing the fun and educational aspects of amateur radio to a bright group of young learners. On March 26th, NFARL volunteers enthusiastically welcomed 32 eager students from Kittredge Magnet School, along with their 5th-grade science teacher, Charamie DeMarco “W5FRM,” for an engaging introduction to the world of ham radio [User Query]. The focus of the day? Learning to solder and construct our very own Code Practice Oscillator kits! A fantastic team of NFARL Elmers – Mike Riley, Wayne […]
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