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The 145.13 (Fusion) Beaumont KS. The 146.82, 444.65, & 146.85 are linked to the wide area Kan-Okla Intertie System.

The Wichita Amateur Radio Club, Inc., established in December, 1932, is organized as a 501c3 Public Charity to serve the local amateur radio community by providing noncommercial communication service, particularly by providing emergency communications. WARC Operates 8 repeaters. 146.79/442.325 (Tone 103.5) W0SOE in Central Wichita. 146.82/444.65 (Tone 103.5) W0UUS in Hutchinson & 146.85 (Tone 15

6.7) W0UUS in Derby. The 442.25 Repeater is a Fusion C4FM digital Wires-X repeater.The 145.17 (CC3) DMR Brandmeister Repeater.

05/10/2026

Outstanding VE Session today:
17 New Technician Class Licensees
1 General Class Upgrade
2 Extra Class Upgrades
1 Expired licensee passed Tech to regain his Extra.

This was our first Saturday session all on computer. Our sessions will now be monthly on the 2nd Saturday of the month. It seems to be a popular option.

Our next VE session will be June 13 at MakeICT

05/06/2026

To the Wichita Amateur Radio Club:

Welcome to Week 6 of our weekly discussion series on the amateur radio hobby. Let’s get into this week’s topic.

Every amateur radio operator has that one bin or drawer filled with "useful" connectors, adapters, and mystery cables. What is the most obscure or surprisingly helpful item you’ve pulled out of your stash to save a field day or fix a station emergency? We’ll be sharing some of our own "shack saves" and want to hear about the spare part that saved your day.

Drop your thoughts in the comments.

05/05/2026

It’s Trivia Tuesday at the Wichita Amateur Radio Club! As we continue our 2026 ARRL Year of the Amateur Radio Club celebration, we’re looking at the "hidden language" of the airwaves that has kept our transmissions orderly for over a century.

THE TOPIC: The Origin of "Q" Signals

THE QUESTION: We use Q-signals every day to shorten our exchanges—QRM, QTH, QSL, and so on. While these are now a staple of amateur radio, they weren't actually invented by hams. Which international organization originally developed the first list of 45 Q-signals in 1909 to facilitate communication between maritime radio operators?

HOW TO PARTICIPATE:
Post your guess in the comments! Are you a CW op who lives by the Q-code, or a phone operator who still uses "QSL" out of habit?

THE REVEAL:
Check back tomorrow morning for the verified answer and a look at how these three-letter codes became a universal language for radio operators worldwide!

04/29/2026

Welcome to Week 6 of our weekly discussion series on the amateur radio hobby. Let’s get into this week’s topic.

Whether you have a dedicated "Go-Bag" for POTA or a permanent mobile install in your vehicle, how are you staying connected while on the move? We’ll be sharing some of our own setups, but we want to see yours.

Drop your thoughts in the comments.

04/28/2026

It’s Trivia Tuesday at the Wichita Amateur Radio Club! As we push forward through the 2026 ARRL Year of the Amateur Radio Club, we’re moving from the radio dial out to the feedline to test your knowledge on antenna tuning.
THE TOPIC: Antennas & SWR
THE QUESTION: When tuning an antenna or adjusting an antenna tuner, operators strive for the lowest possible Standing Wave Ratio (SWR). What does a perfect SWR reading of 1:1 physically indicate about your transmitter, feedline, and antenna system?
HOW TO PARTICIPATE:
Post your guess in the comments below! Are you chasing that elusive 1:1, or is "close enough to radiate" your motto? Let us know.

04/22/2026

To the Wichita Amateur Radio Club:

Welcome to Week 5 of our weekly discussion series on the amateur radio hobby. Let’s get into this week’s topic.

While many of us started with analog rigs, digital modes have changed the landscape. What was the first digital mode you ever successfully configured—was it Packet, RTTY, or something more modern like FT8 or DMR? We’ll be looking for your stories about that first successful "handshake."

Drop your thoughts in the comments.

04/21/2026

It’s Trivia Tuesday at the Wichita Amateur Radio Club! As we roll through the 2026 ARRL Year of the Amateur Radio Club, we’re testing your knowledge of the international standards that keep our airwaves organized.
THE TOPIC: International Regulations & Phonetics
THE QUESTION: We all use the ITU (International Telecommunication Union) Phonetic Alphabet to ensure our callsigns are heard clearly. While most letters are named after cities or common words, three specific letters are represented by dances. Can you name all three?

04/19/2026

Having a good time at Cheney Reservoir US-2331

04/16/2026

👉 What if one hobby could change your entire life?

Ham radio isn’t just turning knobs—it’s building skills, friendships, and a lifestyle. 📡 You can talk across the world, build your own station, learn real RF science, and be there when communication truly matters. From your backyard to Costa Rica sunsets… this hobby grows with you. It challenges you, rewards you, and connects you globally.
It’s not just a hobby… it’s a lifelong adventure. 🌎⚡

04/15/2026

To the Wichita Amateur Radio Club:

Welcome to Week 4 of our weekly discussion series on the amateur radio hobby. Let’s get into this week’s topic.

Week 4: The Youth Gap
The average age of licensed amateur radio operators leans heavily toward retirement age. What fundamental, systemic changes must the amateur radio community make to attract younger generations who have grown up as digital natives?

Drop your thoughts in the comments.

Address

Wichita, KS

Telephone

+13163518584

Website

http://www.warc1.org/

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