Nashville Amateur Radio Club

01/22/2026

Be weather aware! This winter storm is changing conditions by the hour! The forecast you heard this morning has changed this afternoon and will again tonight! Get all your errands taken care of before Friday night. Stay off the roads Saturday and Sunday! Enjoy a snowy weekend and binge watch on movies or tv shows!

Be safe! Do not run generators indoors, or inside a garage (even with the garage door open!) or near any window/door outside. Carbon monoxide is a silent killer!

Here are a couple of links to keep you updated:

https://www.weather.gov/ohx/

https://maps.nashville.gov/nerve/

01/22/2026

Stay Safe During Winter Weather!
Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. Only use generators and grills outdoors and away from windows and never heat your home with a gas stovetop or oven. Using an oven or stovetop can also increase the risk of fires, burns and could damage the appliance.

01/21/2026

Get : make a plan to connect before a storm by text, e-mail, social media & cell: www.ready.gov/plan

10/13/2025

NARC President Tony Swindle (W1VS) Featured on YouTube’s Ham Radio 2.0 channel talking about the newly organized Middle Tennessee Ham Co-Op. Check out the video!

Tonight I invite Jon and Tony onto the livestream to talk about their efforts with the Middle TN Ham Co-op, which is a group of Ham Radio Clubs that decided ...

10/12/2025

Help Us Pass The Legislation To Eliminate HOA Prohibitions on Amateur Radio Antennas!!! Free The Antenna!!! It takes about 10 seconds to send a letter to Congress. Simply click the link!

Help Pass The HOA Legislation To Eliminate HOA Prohibitions on Amateur Radio Antennas!!! Free The Antenna!!! HOW CAN I HELP? By sending a letter to each of your Congressional Representatives and your Senators. Is my individual letter important? YES — Representatives and Senators rely on constituen...

07/14/2025

A Tragic Reminder: Safety Must Come First in the Field!

It’s with a heavy heart that I share news of a tragic accident that took the life of fellow ham radio operator and POTA enthusiast, Tripp Owens (N4NTO). According to CBS 17 and WRAL, Tripp died aft…

07/01/2025

There are people who want to be prepared and look into amateur radio as an option. Many find the licensing requirements and equipment costs as prohibitive. But did you know there is an alternative communications method that you may find easier to get into?

GMRS, or General Mobile Radio Service, is a licensed radio service in the United States designed for short- to medium-range two-way communication. It operates in the UHF (Ultra High Frequency) band around 462 and 467 MHz and is popular among families, outdoor enthusiasts, and emergency preparedness groups due to its reliability and ease of use.

Advantages of GMRS:

Extended Range: Compared to FRS (Family Radio Service), GMRS allows for higher power (up to 50 watts), which significantly increases communication range, especially with the use of repeaters.

Use of Repeaters: GMRS users can legally access repeaters, which are used to extend coverage even further, especially in hilly or urban terrain.

Versatile Equipment: GMRS supports handheld radios, mobile units, and base stations, giving users flexibility depending on their needs.

Family-Friendly: A single GMRS license covers the entire immediate family, making it cost-effective for group use.

Interoperability: GMRS radios can often communicate with compatible FRS radios on shared frequencies, though with limitations based on power and features.

License Requirements:
To use GMRS, individuals must obtain a license from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). There is no exam required—just an online application and fee (typically around $35 for a 10-year license). The license covers the individual and their immediate family members, including spouses, children, parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and in-laws.

GMRS is ideal for anyone needing dependable, local communication without relying on cell towers or internet infrastructure, making it a valuable tool for recreation, coordination, and emergency readiness.

visit this link for more details on how to proceed: https://midlandusa.com/blogs/blog/why-do-i-need-a-gmrs-license-how-do-i-get-it

06/29/2025

Well the weather did not cooperate yesterday and we made 0 contacts for field day. But on a positive note we had a great turnout so glad to see everyone. We had some good food and great conversation. So all things said I think it was a great day. There is always next year for the contacts.

73
W1VS

06/27/2025

Did you know that amateur radio has been in Nashville since at least 1917? We can trace our history back to an article in the March 1917 edition of the QST magazine. Amateur radio has come a long way from its early days of simple voice and Morse code communication. Today, it embraces cutting-edge digital modes, satellite links, and internet integration—proving it's an ever-evolving blend of tradition and technology.

06/26/2025

06/26/2025

More crew members are catching the Field Day bug! NASA Astronauts Nichole Ayers has told the team she plans to operate this weekend as well.

She and Jonny Kim are getting tips from who participated from the ISS in 2022... how great is that to have an astronaut elmer?! Find out more about Field Day from .

06/26/2025

When lightning strikes a home or building, it often follows wiring or plumbing to ground. Avoid electrical equipment and plumbing as well as anything metal such as a doorknob. Here are some other lightning indoor safety tips: