NEW DATE– TechFest 2026 has been postponed due to the high possibility of winter weather impact to roads   NEW DATE: Feb 21, 2026   Mark your calendars! NFARL is excited to announce our participation in the GARS TechFest 2026, the premier FREE amateur radio event in Gwinnett County. This annual celebration brings together ham radio enthusiasts of all experience levels to learn, share, and explore the latest in amateur radio technology. About GARS TechFest GARS TechFest is an excellent opportunity for individuals to learn about the latest developments in amateur radio technology, share knowledge and experience, and network with […]

“Performance Numbers – What Do They Mean?” by Rob Sherwood NC0B We were privileged to host Rob Sherwood, the renowned expert behind Sherwood Engineering’s comprehensive receiver performance testing, for an eye-opening presentation on interpreting radio specifications and lab measurements. For over 50 years, ham radio operators have relied on performance numbers to evaluate transceivers, but as Rob explained, many of us have been misinterpreting the data. The famous “Sherwood Table” – which ranks over 150 HF transceivers by their 2-kHz dynamic range – is often misunderstood. That ranking applies only to close-in dynamic range, not to every performance metric! Rob’s […]

It was the morning of December 24th when NFARL Lee Johnson, N4WYE, heard an unusual call on 40 meters. “CQ CQ CQ, this is S4NTA calling any station. I have an emergency traffic regarding gift delivery in the Atlanta area. Come back please!” Lee quickly grabbed his mic. After a brief exchange, the situation became clear: Santa’s sleigh was overbooked, his reindeer were overworked, and he desperately needed a local operator to handle a special delivery to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. “I’ve got you covered, Santa,” Lee replied. “The NFARL and SEDXC families came through with four large bags of […]

At our holiday party, we had the honor of recognizing two outstanding members whose contributions have made a tremendous impact on our club! Roy has transformed NFARL’s digital presence and capabilities through his visionary work and countless hours of dedication. His accomplishments include: Leading a complete redesign of our website to attract new members and enhance collaboration Implementing Google Workspace, achieving significant long-term cost savings Developing custom applications including our Event Registration system and HamJam Point of Sale software Designing our new audio-visual system and launching our YouTube channel Roy didn’t just build better technology—he created a unified, service-oriented digital […]

What an absolutely AMAZING evening! Our holiday celebration at the Roswell Brookwood Grille was a smashing success, with nearly 80 members, guests from the Southeastern DX Club, and friends and family filling their largest party room to capacity! The atmosphere was electric, the new venue was perfect, and the food? Outstanding! Everyone had such a fantastic time that we’ve already locked in December 19th, 2026 for next year’s celebration—that’s how good it was! Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the season with great food, great company, and that special camaraderie that makes our amateur radio community so […]

The North Fulton Amateur Radio League (NFARL) is thrilled to report that HamJam 2025A was a resounding success, setting a new record for attendance! This year’s event, held last Saturday, November 8th, brought together over 60 enthusiastic participants from the amateur radio community. The high turnout reflected the community’s interest and passion for the hobby. Attendees enjoyed a full day of engaging and informative presentations from fellow Hams, with a focus on programs supported by the NFARL YESA (Youth Education, Scholarship and Education) Program. This year’s speakers covered a range of cutting-edge and essential topics: Michael Walker VA3MW / KE2EAF […]

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to participate in the biggest hamfest in Georgia! The North Fulton Amateur Radio League (NFARL) is excited to be a part of the 2025 Stone Mountain Ham Fest at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds. Join us for a full weekend of ham radio fun, forums, and fellowship on Saturday, November 1st, and Sunday, November 2nd, 2025.   NFARL Booth: Volunteers Wanted! We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us staff the NFARL booth on both days! This is a fantastic chance to represent our club, talk to other hams and prospective hams, and show […]

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 […]