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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ARES Lantern Parade and XMIT Vara HF
This past Tuesday (April 8, 2025), the North Fulton ARES held its monthly meeting. The venue was a bit different this time. Instead of the traditional seated meeting, it was held outdoors to observe a couple of stations setting up to transmit data to a simulated served agency that had been collected the previous weekend. The ARES team had supported the annual Sandy Springs Lantern Parade several days earlier. As in past years, ARES was instrumental in providing communication support to Sandy Springs Fire Corps and reducing the need for 911 calls related to minor issues. NF ARES thanks NFARL for […]
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NFARL Island Picnic – Join Us on May 10th!
NFARL is keeping the tradition going with our annual picnic and on-the-air fun at Lake Lanier! We’re once again participating in the U.S. Islands Awards Program—a unique amateur radio program that celebrates activating and chasing river, lake, and ocean shore islands across the U.S. It’s a fun and affordable way to go on a mini-DXpedition without traveling far from home. Each year, U.S. Islands hosts two major events: the One-Day Getaway (1DG) and the W/VE Island QSO Party. Thanks to club member Terry Joiner (W4YBV), NFARL has been a proud participant in both. To celebrate the One-Day Getaway, we’re heading […]
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The Georgia QSO Party (GQP) for 2025
Thanks to everyone that participated ! Now that the big event is over, please take a few minutes to send your logging details to: John N4TOL at n4tol@nfarl.org . Here’s what you’ll need: 1 – Listing of the special event 1×1 call sign stations. Log listing is preferred but not required. Here is a sample from N1MM: 2 – The GQP Spreadsheet. Go to this site and download a copy. Here is the link: (GQP_submissions-2025) Once the spreadsheet page is opened, click on the File menu option. Click the Save As and save a copy to your […]
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GQP is SOON! Join the NFARL Challenge! Are you on the list?
Get Ready for the Georgia QSO Party (GQP) and the NFARL Challenge! The Georgia QSO Party (GQP) for 2025 occurs on April 12th & 13th, just 13 days away!! The updated list for the 2025 “NFARL Challenge” is posted below. Are you on the list? The “Challenge” is a friendly NFARL club event within the GQP. Noting your participation in advance enables us to keep team members updated on the progress of the “Challenge”. Adding your name will enable us to track and listen for the familiar calls in the contest, and also tally scores for the “NFARL Challenge” awards […]
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Join the NFARL Team for the Georgia QSO Party!
April 12-13, 2025 The Georgia QSO Party (GQP) is fast approaching, and NFARL members are gearing up for another exciting contest! Whether you’re a seasoned contester or new to radio competition, this is a great opportunity to get on the air, make contacts, and have fun with fellow club members. The NFARL Challenge As part of the Georgia QSO Party, we’re hosting the NFARL Challenge, a friendly club event that tracks member participation and recognizes achievements with certificates in various categories. By signing up in advance, you help us: Keep everyone informed about the Challenge’s progress Identify familiar calls on […]
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Georgia QSO Party 2025
Thanks to everyone that participated ! Now that the big event is over, please take a few minutes to send your logging details to: John N4TOL at n4tol@nfarl.org . Here’s what you’ll need: 1 – Listing of the special event 1×1 call sign stations that you contacted. A log entry listing is preferred but not required. Here is a sample from N1MM: 2 – The Georgia QSO Party Spreadsheet. Go to this site and download a copy. Here is the link: (GQP_submissions-2025) Once the spreadsheet page is opened, click on the File menu option. Click the Save As and save a […]
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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.
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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 opportunities, or just catching up with fellow hams, this is the place to be. 📅 Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM📍 Location: North Georgia Ag Fair, 500 Legion Dr, Dalton, GA 30721 💲 Admission: $5 (Includes entry for prize drawings!)🎟 Boneyard Space: Just $5 extra🪑 Reserved Inside Tables: $10🚗 Free Parking🌭 Concessions by Dalton Lions Club 🔹 Grand Prize Drawings […]
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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) 🚀 Astronaut: Don Pettit, KD5MDT 📅 Date: Thursday, February 20, 2025 ⏰ Time: 16:37:28 UTC (47° pass) / 11:37:28 EST This is a fantastic opportunity to see students connect with an astronaut aboard the ISS using amateur radio! It’s always inspiring to watch young minds light up as they talk to space—whether you’re a seasoned ham or just love space exploration. 📺 Watch the Livestream: […]
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