Dave KD7KE, Rick KK4WDR, and Dave KM4DYR changed the 145.230 antenna today. The new antenna has 6db gain on 2 meters, increasing coverage and improving weak signals.
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The event started off at the PARC Clubhouse during one of the greatest opportunities of warm weather we have had all January!
Being that we were hunting from our vehicles around the city, the walking to hunt was down to a minimum except to stop and isolate further once the first harmonic was received at a full 9 on the S meter! below is the write up from the Club’s Treasurer!
Hunting Foxes in the Panhandle – Ed Underfinger (AA0EU)
The Playground Amateur Radio Club hosted a fox hunt on January 20th. This was my second such event, the first time I was a hunter. This time I took on the role of the fox. Queenie (KQ4FRB) organized the event and planned a cookout to follow the hunt. At 9 AM the hunters gathered at the PARC clubhouse, which is on the south side of town. They were given the fox frequency (146.565 mhz) and in a mad dash, the fun began. As the hunters split into 4 teams, I turned the incredibly powerful 5 milliamp transmitter on and the cooks got started.
Two and a half hours later, and 2.5 miles north, Selena and Dale (KQ4MVC) were the first to find the stuffed fox I had staged as the final step. The other teams were Ted (KO4NCL) and his dog Jaeger, DJ (KI4ZER) and Maria, and Rob (waiting on his callsign) and his son. The support team was Queenie, Rey (KM4DYA), and Randy (KJ4FNB).
Over lunch the teams discussed their strategies and any difficulties encountered while I plotted a greater challenge for next time.
Congratulations to all participants for making this a fun event!
CQ, CQ, CQ All Hams, Enthusiasts, Vendors, and Patrons!
For 54 years, the Playground Amateur Radio Club has brought together people from all walks of life and shared a common bond! That common bond exemplifies Amateur Radio as a sustainable and enthusiastic hobby and mode of communication! This could not occur without recognizing our patrons, fellow team members, vendors, and guests!
Thank you for all of the support in one of the longest running consecutive shows! We absolutely love to host this and keep the adventure thriving! Don’t hesitate! See what is in store this year! Sign up now for tables and make your mark in Amateur Radio history!
Break out your gear! Break out your radios! Break out your skills! Come and HUNT the FOX!
The Playground Amateur Radio club is ready and we are going to have a fun time hosting the PARC FOX Hunt! Join in and seek out the prize!
Play ground Amateur Radio Club is proudly hosting a Fox Hunt! We will Begin at the club house in downtown Fort Walton Beach, where hunters will pay $5 each to hunt, and the winning Hunter will split the pot with the club! At the Fox’s location, we will be holding a BBQ for all participants at noon. If you would like to contribute a side dish, or have further questions regarding this event, please contact the Activities Director, Queenie at KQ4FRB@gmail.com
This is an all-ages event, and no license is required to hunt, as the Fox will be the only one transmitting! Come one, come all! Bring your friends and family to work as a team! Looking forward to seeing you all!
Hey there fellow Playground Amateur radio club members, patrons and supporters! It’s dues season! Be sure to rejoin the Best Club in Fort Walton Beach and show your support for all thing’s Community and Amateur Radio!
W4ZBB/K4FWB
Happy Hamidays from the Team at the Playground Amateur Radio Club!
We are sure having a great time with all of our fellow Club Members and Visitors! Tis the season and in such giving spirit we are taking a small break to enjoy time with our families and loved ones. This means after the Dec 21st 2023 meeting we will not reconvene until 2024. Keep your eyes on our Facebook, Instagram, Tik-Tok and Website for more announcements!
There will be no Pile-Up on Sunday the 24th nor on Sunday the 31st of December. Also please note, thee will be no Nets scheduled for those 2 Sundays as well. Please enjoy the time celebrating your Holidays and New Year and we will be back in full swing on January the 4th at 7:30 pm for our first Technical Night of the New Year with RT Systems!
Don’t forget to sign up with KQ4FRB@Gmail.Com for the $5 buy in Fox Hunt in Fort Walton Beach Florida on January the 20th 2024! Details will be updated soon!
From all of us, to all of you, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
~Playground Amateur Radio Club, W4ZBB & K4FWB
Thank you and Have a great Holiday Season! All who showed up for the Potluck and gift exchange sure had a great time! Representatives for the Panhandle of Florida were all present from Playground Amateur Radio Club, North Okaloosa Amateur Radio Club, Walton County Amateur Radio Club, Okaloosa County ARES, Walton County ARES, Walton County CERT, and the Northern Florida Amateur Radio Relay League Assistant Section Manager!
Hats off to the creator and officiator of the event, the Playground Amateur Radio Club’s very own Activities Director, KQ4FRB! Queenie has been a ham less than a year but has become one of the Clubs strongest supporters and promoters. She worked hand in hand with the other clubs and organizations listed above to plan a date and coordinate all of the food, drinks, prizes, giveaways, and raffle items! This is an annual event and is one not to be missed! We will see which Club or Organization hosts next years! Stay tuned to you favorite ham Calendar with the Playground Amateur Radio Club for future events and more partnerships in Northwest Florida!
Coming up in November, Playground ARC is taking back Black Friday to GIVE BACK to those in our community who might otherwise go without this holiday season! We are joining Greater Vision Church of FWB to collect donations of personal hygiene items to be handed out to the homeless on November 24th at 12pm. Please refer to the suggested donations list to see what you can contribute!
Please bring items to the PARC Clubhouse Friday November 24th at 1200. 17 First St SE FWB FL
Join us for the 54th Annual Playground Amateur Radio Club Hamfest!
1958 Lewis Turner Blvd Fort Walton Beach Florida
Friday 4pm to 6pm
Saturday 8am to 5pm
Saturday 8am to 5pm
Vendors set up Friday starting 8am. No public show until 4pm. Vendors set up Saturday 6am. No public show until 8am.
We offer:
Testing, must pre-register PARCFWB@GMAIL.COM
Swapmeet
Tailgate
Indoor Booths
Food Concessions
National Vendors
Local Ham Radio Dealers
Area Club Tables
ARRL Representatives
Testing, must pre-register PARCFWB@GMAIL.COM
Swapmeet
Tailgate
Indoor Booths
Food Concessions
National Vendors
Local Ham Radio Dealers
Area Club Tables
ARRL Representatives
Reserve your tables and spots: PARCFWB@GMAIL.COM
$8.00 admission
$10.00 per table/spot
Boy Scouts in Uniform Free
12 and Under Free
90 and Above Free
$10.00 per table/spot
Boy Scouts in Uniform Free
12 and Under Free
90 and Above Free
Looking for a great time for Free?!
We at the Playground ARC in Fort Walton Beach are proud to present SwampFest 2023! This annual event is FREE to you with plenty of space available to sell, swap, barter or trade your gear!
This year, the location will be at the Greater Vision Church located at 665 Denton Blvd NW in Beautiful Downtown Fort Walton Beach!
It will run from 0800 – 1230 with Prizes, Food for a small fee and as always, plenty of vendors! Put this on your map an key in on the dial! Bring tour tables, bring your chairs, open your tailgates and open your trunks!
Talk in 146.790, -, 0.6, 100 Hz
Contact: PARCFWB@Gmail.com
