Garland Amateur Radio Club ( GARC K5QHD )

Garland Amateur Radio Club ( GARC K5QHD ) The Garland Amateur Radio Club, Inc., formed in 1957, offers a program of educational and civic activities in the second largest city in Dallas County.

The Garland Amateur Radio Club, Inc., formed in 1957, offers a program of educational and civic activities
NOTE: To post your own amateur-related content go to our group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/408945301979555 We are an ARRL Special Services Club supporting a full complement of activities including Field Day participation, license classes, and active support of public service events. The club also maintains the Emergency Communications Center, located in downtown Garland.

Join us June 27,2026 for Amateur Radio Field Day
06/26/2026

Join us June 27,2026 for Amateur Radio Field Day

📻🎓 The K5QHD Technician License Class is officially underway!Our students and instructors are already exchanging ideas, ...
06/24/2026

📻🎓 The K5QHD Technician License Class is officially underway!

Our students and instructors are already exchanging ideas, asking questions, and learning together as they begin their amateur radio journey. It’s great to see the enthusiasm and teamwork developing right from the start.

Please join us in wishing all of our students the best of luck as they work toward earning their Technician licenses. We look forward to welcoming them to the amateur radio community and hearing them on the air soon!

Good luck to everyone in the class, and thank you to our volunteer instructors for sharing their time and knowledge.

Another great Open House today!As usual, we had plenty of great discussions and fellowship. Topics ranged from maritime ...
06/20/2026

Another great Open House today!

As usual, we had plenty of great discussions and fellowship. Topics ranged from maritime radio operations and FT8 rare DX contacts to preparations for Field Day. There was no shortage of radio talk, learning, and sharing experiences.

Of course, the amazing donuts and great community made the morning even better!

Thanks to everyone who stopped by. If you couldn’t make it this time, we hope to see you at the next Open House—or hear you on the air soon!

73!

📡 The Garland Amateur Radio Club is currently hosting our Open House, and everyone is welcome!Feel free to swing by, mee...
06/20/2026

📡 The Garland Amateur Radio Club is currently hosting our Open House, and everyone is welcome!

Feel free to swing by, meet fellow radio enthusiasts, check out the clubhouse, ask questions, and enjoy some great conversation. Whether you’re a licensed amateur radio operator, interested in getting your license, or just curious about the hobby, we’d love to see you.

We’re here until 12:00 PM today. Stop by and say hello!

06/20/2026

📡 Curious About Amateur Radio? Come Visit Us This Saturday! June 20th
The Garland Amateur Radio Club invites you to our monthly Open House this Saturday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Garland Amateur Radio Clubhouse.
Whether you're a licensed operator, studying for your first license, or simply curious about what amateur radio is all about, this event is open to everyone!
âś… Ask questions about amateur radio
âś… Meet local hams and radio enthusiasts
âś… Learn about emergency communications, digital modes, and operating on the air
âś… See radio equipment in action
âś… Bring equipment you'd like to buy, sell, or discuss
âś… Enjoy great conversations and exchange ideas with fellow hobbyists
No license is required to attend, and visitors are always welcome. This is a great opportunity to discover a hobby that combines technology, communication, public service, and fun.
đź“… Saturday
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Come by, say hello, and see what amateur radio is all about. We look forward to meeting you!

The ARCLITE is your club newsletter — if you have an article, photos, or something you’d like to share, we would love to...
06/12/2026

The ARCLITE is your club newsletter — if you have an article, photos, or something you’d like to share, we would love to include it in a future issue.

June 2026 ARCLITE

06/11/2026

This year we are planning a limited Field Day operation on Saturday, June 27, 2026 and a limited Field Day operation on Sunday, June 28, 2026.

Schedule
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Operate in the parking lot
Setup begins at 10:00 AM
Operating begins at 1:00 PM
Operations conclude at 8:00 PM
Teardown follows immediately afterward
Goal is to have everything packed away and the area cleared by 9:00 PM
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Operate in the clubhouse
Setup begins at 9:00 AM
Operating begins at 9:00 PM
Operations conclude at 1:00 PM
Teardown follows immediately afterward
Goal is to have everything packed away and the area cleared by 2:00 PM
Location

GARC Clubhouse
1027B Austin Street
Garland, TX
Please park across the street in the former Texas Workforce Commission parking lot.
Operating Plans
Antennas may be installed in and around the parking lot area.
We will maintain safe distances from all power lines.
Access to the Fire Department fuel pump will remain clear at all times.
Tables and chairs from the clubhouse will be available.
Club equipment may be used, including radios, tuners, duplexers, power supplies, computers, coax, and available electrical power.
Please help ensure all club equipment is returned to its original location and configuration after the event.
Members are welcome to bring and share their own equipment. Please clearly label anything you bring.
Equipment should never be left unattended.
A generator will be used on Saturday and Sunday.
Logging and Operations
A sign-up sheet will be available.
Logging will be done on paper; no logging software is planned.
We will have two HF stations operating at the same time using call sign K5QHD operating as 2A.
A third station operating above 50 MHz can also be K5QHD and 2A.
We will have the trustee license and the trustee signed permission document on display.
Everyone is encouraged to get on the air, try different radios, modes, and bands, and help make contacts.
An FCC Amateur Extra operator will be on site during operation so third-party-rules makes it easy for everyone to operate.
Food and Refreshments
Water will be provided.
Feel free to bring your own food.
Sharing is welcome, but not required.
Visibility
Field Day signs and GARC promotional signs will be displayed to help promote amateur radio and the club.
Whether you're a new operator or a seasoned contester, stop by, get on the air, and enjoy some Field Day operating with fellow club members. We hope to see you there!

Stop by the clubhouse today! We’ll be having hands-on radio activities until 3:00 PM, and we’re also getting ready for A...
06/06/2026

Stop by the clubhouse today! We’ll be having hands-on radio activities until 3:00 PM, and we’re also getting ready for ARRL Field Day 2026.

Whether you’re new to amateur radio or a seasoned operator, come join us, learn something new, help with Field Day preparations, and enjoy some time on the air.

We look forward to seeing you there!

73

Have a great Monday
06/01/2026

Have a great Monday

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Garland, TX
75040

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