Classes begin on Sept. 19th (Thursday). There will be 8 Thursday night classes with the 9th session for testing. Des Moines Community Education charges $25.00 per student plus $25.00 for ARRL manual. Contact Ron Hobbs NØXWI or [email protected] for more details.  Classes will be held at Merrill Middle School, 5301 Grand Ave  Des Moines.

  Join us for a presentation of IRLP.  Nick Critelli KØPCG will discuss the Internet Radio Linking Project and how easy it is for local hams to use. The IRLP uses Voice-Over-IP (VoIP) to connect your radio with repeaters and other hams all over the world without any special radio or license.  http://www.irlp.net/   7:00PM […]

A large group of Amateur Radio operator attended the club’s annual ChiliFeed Auction.  The chili was plentiful and tasty.  Special thanks to Scott NØOOD, Dennis KAØDOS, Mark KØMJG and Tom NØVPR for providing the chili and Bruce KCØZMT for putting the night together.  A great selection of ham gear went to new homes.  See you […]

Hello Spotters and Emergency Managers,   The Summer 2013 Spotter Briefing has been created and is available for viewing.  The following topics are included. 2013 Iowa Tornadoes Nationwide Tornado Numbers Down Wall Clouds vs Shelf Clouds (video) Spotter Quiz More Spotters Needed Flooding and Heavy Rain Reports (video) Spotter Do’s and Don’ts Reporting Methods Updating Spotter Information Sources of […]

Ham Radio Basics 9 Wks $25+ Join the world of ham radio. Learn to use radio equipment for enjoyment, experimentation, and public service. Members of the DM Radio Amateurs Association will guide you through the requirements for obtaining the entry-level Technicians Class License. Official Ham Radio License Manual is required. Copies available at first class […]

Join us on the 27th of August for a presentation on soldering basics.

Did you know that you can catch the Amateur Radio News Line every Friday night on the WØTWR repeater 145.310- tone 114.8. The WØTWR repeater is located in Alleman, north of Des Moines