The North Fulton Amateur Radio League (NFARL) Field Day offers a unique opportunity to explore the fascinating world of amateur radio, and the Satellite Station stands as a testament to the hobby’s most impressive capabilities. Visitors are invited to step into a realm where communication transcends terrestrial boundaries, reaching satellites orbiting hundreds of miles above Earth. This station provides a direct window into real-time satellite tracking, offering the chance to listen in on live communications as a spacecraft enters range. While the operators, led by Station Captain Daryl Young, K4RGK, are actively engaged in making contacts, visitors are kindly requested […]

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to talk to people across the country, or even the world, using only radio waves? Well, you’ve come to the right place! The GOTA (Get On The Air) station is your golden opportunity to experience the thrill of amateur radio firsthand. This isn’t just for licensed hams – it’s for EVERYONE! Whether you’re a complete newcomer curious about radio, or you’ve just earned your ham license, we invite you to sit down, grab the microphone, and make some contacts! What is the GOTA Station all about? The GOTA station is a special part […]

Here at the VHF station, we’re exploring the exciting world of Very High Frequency radio, specifically operating on the 6-meter band (around 50 MHz) during Field Day. VHF encompasses frequencies from 30 to 300 MHz. This range is home to many familiar signals, including your favorite broadcast FM radio stations, as well as several popular amateur radio bands: 6 meters, 2 meters, and 70 centimeters. The Magic of VHF Propagation Generally, VHF signals travel by line-of-sight. Think of it like seeing a distant object – if there’s a hill in the way, you can’t see it. The same principle applies […]

Welcome to the SSB Phone Station, your gateway to voice communication across the airwaves! Here, we’re all about making connections using the power of sound. What is HF and Why are We Using It? “HF” stands for High Frequency. In amateur radio, HF refers to radio waves that operate roughly between 3 and 30 Megahertz (MHz). These frequencies are special because they can travel incredibly long distances by bouncing off the Earth’s ionosphere – a layer of charged particles in the upper atmosphere. This phenomenon, known as skywave propagation, allows us to communicate with stations hundreds or even thousands of […]

Welcome to the heart of amateur radio communication! At this station, you’re witnessing the fusion of tradition and cutting-edge technology: Morse Code (CW) and various digital modes. What You’re Seeing and Hearing: The Art of CW: You’ll see operators skillfully using a “key” to send messages through a series of “dits” (short tones) and “dahs” (long tones). This isn’t just sending dots and dashes; it’s a unique language, a rhythmic art form that connects operators across the globe. Listen closely – you might hear the distinct “dit-dah-dit-dit” of an “F” or the “dah-dah-dah” of an “O”! The Future of Digital: […]