News & Events

Thursday, May 7, 2026


Join Us !
Open to ALL Licensed
Amateur Radio Operators.
Held on the W9ATG Linked Repeaters located
4 miles NE of Greenfield, IN

145.330 MHz (-) CTCSS 88.5
444.450 MHz (+) DCS 465
146.550 MHz Simplex if
the Repeater is Unavailable

Test your Radios Transmit/Receive Signal Propagation & Reception, Hear Local Announcements and
Volunteer Opportunities, and Buy-Sell-Trade Amateur Radio Related Equipment


This month we will discuss antenna theory and practice. There will be some demonstrations and an opportunity to see how you portable or mobile antenna performs. If you have a field antenna please bring it! We will also discuss some recent events and opportunities.There will be a time for open discussion and questions.


9:00 am
Hancock County EOC
640 S. Franklin Rd., Greenfield, IN

ARES Coordinator – Rich, K9WG

The ARES Group meets monthly on the 2nd Saturday of the month to discuss emergency communications and operational strategy that would be implemented by amateur radio operators during a county disaster declaration.


The Adventure Begins in Xenia: Hamvention 2026


Team,
Join us for a fun and delicious way to support the Hancock Amateur Radio Club at our first fundraiser of the year!
On May 20th from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, we’ll be gathering at Hometown Pizza, located at 1002 East Main St. in Greenfield, for an evening of great food, great company, and a great cause.
Bring your family, invite your friends, and enjoy a night out while helping support the club’s ongoing activities and community efforts.


Can’t stay and dine in? You can still participate by placing an order during those hours by phone at 317-462-5054 or online at HometownClassicPizza.com. Every order makes a difference, we hope to see (or hear from) you there! Mark, KD9MSX


Hancock County EOC Map
640 S. Franklin St.
Greenfield, IN
Visitors are Always Welcome

Tech Talk:

TBA

At the March meeting an Amendment to the Club Constitution was submitted for consideration. This evening there will be as vote on its adoption.
Proposed Amendment

This amendment to our constitution is an important change to properly align our club with being an Indiana corporation. In order to pass it will require an affirmative vote of at least 30 active members. Please plan on attending this evening so that we can move forward with this effort.


Net Control – Brent, N9BA

The NET is activated at
approximately 10:45am

144.330 MHz (-) PL 88.5

Help support emergency preparedness in our community. Sign up link available one week prior to testing.
SIGN UP HERE

  • Travel to an assigned siren location on the day of the test
  • Conduct a basic visual inspection of the siren and surrounding area
  • Note any visible damage, obstructions, or other concerns
  • Observe the siren during the test for proper rotation and sound
  • Report your findings via the amateur radio net or by email to the coordinator

Amateur Radio Communication support is needed for this event. To volunteer, please sign up using the link below.

Sign Up Instructions



Join us in supporting Hancock Amateur Radio Clubs second fundraiser of the year! On Jun 19th from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Leos (North), located at 2754 North State St. in Greenfield, will be donating a percentage of their proceeds to our club. Bring your family, invite your friends, and enjoy lunch while helping support the club’s ongoing activities.


Twice a year, ARRL offers an event designed to promote Amateur Radio to our youth. Share the excitement with your kids or grandkids, a Scout troop, a church or the general public!

Begin:  Saturday June 20, 2026  at 1800Z
End:     Saturday June 20, 2026  at 2359Z


Start Planning for ARRL Field Day 2026

Field Day Chairman: Tom Leonard ,WB9RZG


9:00 am – 11:00 am
New Licenses & Upgrades
Pre-Register
Hancock County EOC Map
640 S. Franklin St., Greenfield




Communication support will be needed for this event. Additional details and volunteer sign-up information will be shared as soon as it becomes available.


9:00 am – 11:00 am
New Licenses & Upgrades
Pre-Register
Hancock County EOC Map
640 S. Franklin St., Greenfield



Indiana’s ARES Report for August



INDIANA
ARRL
SECTION NEWS


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There will be a  vote on a Proposed Amendment to our Constitution at the Club Meeting tonight at 7:00 pm -  please plan on attending to cast your vote,