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Happy Thurs-YAY!

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On October 16, 2025

In Announcement, Community, Events, Excitement!, Meetings!

TODAY! October 16th! 2025! At 730 pm CDT! 

Come one, come all, participate with PARC and “Feel the ENERGY”! 

17 First St SE Fort Walton Beach Florida 32548! 

Oh you think it’s just another Ham Radio Meeting?! WRONG! Unkey that mic and come see us in action! You will be hard pressed to find another organization like us! 

Did we mention ENERGETIC?! How about MOTIVATED! If you are not at PARC, YOU, are missing out! 

Go to our Calendar for more information or how to join online! 

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FREE Amateur Radio Technician Course!

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On October 5, 2025

In Announcement, Classes, Community, Events, Technical, Testing

⚠️ 📢 🚨 ⚠️ Interested in learning about Ham Radio and getting your license to operate with other operators all around the world?

 

Playground Amateur Radio Club is hosting a FREE (yes, I said FREE) Technician Licensing course beginning Wednesday, October 29, 2025 @ 1830 local!

 

Classes will be held on Wednesday evenings until the first testing session of 2026 on January 10th.

 

This course is “come as you are, where you are” in that all students of all levels of knowledge are welcome to join! Information will be available on www.w4zbb.org, Facebook, Instagram and, as always, you can email instructors at parcfwb@gmail.com

APRS Tech Night was ON the Beacon!

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On October 3, 2025

In Announcement, Events, Technical

PARC Tech Night! was awesome! APRS was taught by KQ4NWD Rob, and he smashed it! Ok, not literally, but what a great presentation and way to encourage more operators and communication enthusiasts to explore more operating capabilities in the area!

APRS or Bust!

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On September 28, 2025

In Announcement, Community, Events, Pile-Up, Technical

APRS, or the Automatic Packet Reporting System, is an amateur radio system that transmits real-time digital information over a local area. It was invented by Bob Bruninga (call sign WB4APR) in the 1980s and has since evolved into a globally connected network. 

Come to PARC on Thursday, 2 Oct, 2025 at 730pm! 17 First St SE Fort Walton Beach Florida!

PARC did What?!

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On September 14, 2025

In Announcement, Events, Pile-Up, Technical

Every single Pile-Up is full of Action!

What do we mean by that?! PARC, as you know has WIRES-X capabilities! Today, the team improved the antenna from a 3 Db gain antenna, to a 9 Db gain antenna! It also was elevated form its standoff location to a new height! So what does that mean for you and everyone else? A better coverage area and reliable WIRES-X coverage in NW Florida!

Give it a shot, break out your WRES-X Capable Radios, and talk digitally, the world over!

146.400 MHz sponsored by AA0EU, Node 91172 Room 01172.

PARC always has something in store to suit your experimentation in Amateur Radio and many other forms of communication! Key on in every 1st and 3rd Thursday at 730pm and every Sunday at 3pm for the PILE-UP or join the net each Sunday at 730pm on 146.790!

 

PARC B Q Success!!!

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On August 31, 2025

In Announcement, Events, Fox Hunting, Pile-Up

CQ! Thanks to all that came out to the PARC B Q, Amateur Radio Open House! What a great time and wow did we share the joy of worldwide communications demonstrating public service! Stay tuned as we embark into the next event! Until then, 73’s and stay safe!

 

FOX HUNT! // PARC B Q!! // OPEN HOUSE!!!

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On August 27, 2025

In Announcement, Community, Events, Fox Hunting, Pile-Up, Technical

The time is nigh! The details are in!! Are YOU ready to Hunt the hidden FOX Transmitter?!!

The Rules: 

You can start at the Clubhouse at 1000 on Sunday Aug 31st 2025! 17 First St SE Fort Walton Beach Florida

You can also start from any location you desire!

You must obey traffic laws. Have fun but please be safe.

You can use any radio and antenna set up you want!

You DO NOT need to be an Amateur Radio Operator to hunt the FOX!

The FOX will be hidden in a public location in the city of Fort Walton Beach Florida only.

The Details: 

The FOX will be on 146.565 Megahertz simplex. That means no offset, no shift, no tone. 

The FOX will transmit from 1000 to 1200 only. 

Teams are encouraged for triangulation but not mandatory.

Following the fox hunt, the Playground Amateur Radio Club will host a BBQ with an Open House! This starts at 1200 pm and goes until 500  pm. Food and Drink will be available for $5.00 /plate. Cash is King. Donations are also greatly appreciated!

All times are in Central Time.

 

 

 

Free online Technician License radio class!

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On August 23, 2025

In Announcement, Community, Events, Testing

Free online Technician License radio class.

Sat/Sun of Labor Day weekend.

(August 30-31, 2025)

REGISTER VIA EMAIL ONLY (ars.n7ji@gmail.com).

Thanks!

 

OPEN HOUSE, AUG 31, 2025, NOON to FIVE! Fox Hunt at 1000 am!

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On August 17, 2025

In Announcement, Community, Events, Fox Hunting, Pile-Up

Experience the World of Ham Radio at our Open House!
Join the Playground Amateur Radio Club for an exciting Amateur Radio Open House and explore the captivating world of ham radio!
What is Amateur Radio?
Amateur radio, also known as ham radio, is a unique hobby and service that allows individuals to communicate across town or around the globe using radio waves. It’s a fantastic way to learn about electronics, physics, meteorology, and other scientific disciplines.
What to Expect at the Open House
Whether you’re curious about getting involved or already licensed, our Open House is the perfect opportunity to:
  • See live demonstrations: Witness hams in action making contacts locally and potentially internationally.
  • Learn about the technology: Explore the different types of equipment, antennas, and modes used in amateur radio.
  • Connect with local hams: Meet experienced operators who are eager to share their knowledge and experiences.
  • Discover emergency communications: Learn about the vital role ham radio plays in disaster relief when other communication systems fail.
  • Get started with licensing: Find out how to obtain your ham radio license and explore the different license classes.
  • Hands-on activities: Depending on the club, you might be able to try your hand at operating a radio or building a simple antenna.
Why Join the Amateur Radio Community?
  • Lifelong learning: Continuously expand your knowledge of radio technology, operating practices, and more.
  • Community and camaraderie: Connect with a supportive and welcoming community of enthusiasts worldwide.
  • Emergency preparedness: Be ready to provide vital communication support in times of need.
  • Experimentation and innovation: Amateur radio is a platform for exploring new technologies and building your own equipment.
Don’t miss out on this chance to embark on an exciting and rewarding journey!

SURPRISE!!! There will be a FOX hunt from 1000 – 1200 starting from the clubhouse and hunting in the City Limits of Fort Walton Beach! 

SUNDAY SUNDAY SUNDAY!!!

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On August 3, 2025

In Events, Pile-Up

We had a great Pile-Up today at the Playground Amateur Radio Club! Visitors and members showed up and let me tell you what! We completed the connection to the Frankantenna R7 / R9 build! We made contacts on multiple bands and its back!

 

But wait, there’s more! We also helped out our fellow members with a flat tire and fixed a tangled web of coax on an antenna system!

 

If that is not enough, we learned more about the W4ZBB FT8 Station! WHAT?! PARC does FT8?! Yuppers! You better believe it!

 

We also had others at the Club benefiting discussion on upcoming events and Radio work! Here’s a teaser for two such events,…watch in and upcoming release for the PARC B Q Open House! Also, be on the lookout for more details concerning this year’s Ham for the Holidays dinner in partnership and sponsored by North Okaloosa Amateur Radio Club – NOARC!

 

Oh the joy of radio and fellowship!

 

One last thing, if you’re reading this, Thursday at 730pm is Tech Night at the Playground Amateur Radio Club! This week we bring you the CSFL! The subject of the August Technical Night will be “Integration of Amateur Radio and Other Community Networks”. That means we’ll be talking about GMRS, MURS, and other radio types and how we can work with them for the benefit of us all!

 

See you all soon!

 

 

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