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SUMMARY:Soldering Skills and Kit Building Workshop (Fall 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Current OARC members are invited to register for the upcoming OARC Soldering Skills and Kit Building Workshop. If you are not a current member\, please Join the OARC before registering for the workshop. If you are not sure\, Contact Us and we’ll check our records. \nLearn about soldering tools and consumables\, the basics of soldering. and build your first kit\, all with Wayne\, VE3CZO\, the OARC’s resident soldering sorcerer and gadget guru. The workshop outline appears below. \nThe workshop will occur over 4 or 5 sessions from November through January on Sunday mornings from 10:00am until 12:00 noon at Scouts Headquarters\, 1345 Baseline Road. \nThe cost of participating is $25. This helps cover the cost of the facilities\, refreshments\, some consumables and a kit. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER AND PAY FOR THE SOLDERING SKILLS AND KIT BUILDING WORKSHOP \nThis link takes you to Zeffy\, our secure\, zero-fee Canadian online payment system. \n  \n\nWORKSHOP – OUTLINE \nSession 1: Tools and Consumables (Nov 2) \n\nIntroduction to the “tools of the trade” and consumables you’re going to need\nGuidance about how much you can (or should) spend on tools\nDetermine how many participants are planning to buy\, or already have\, the tools and consumables they will need\nThen\, you’ll have a few weeks to go shopping and/or order these tools and consumables prior to the second session.\n\nNOTE: The Club may invest in a few sets of tools that can be borrowed during the workshops.  Anyone who borrows these tools will be responsible for them and would have to replace any tool that is damaged or lost. \n  \nSession 2 (Nov 23)\, Session 3 (Dec 7)\, and possibly Session 4 (Jan 11): The four basic soldering tasks  \n\nSoldering wires together\nSoldering thru hole devices on a Printed Circuit Board (PCB)\nSoldering Surface-Mount Devices (SMDs) on a PCB\nUnsoldering all of the above\n\nNOTE: You will have the opportunity to solder and unsolder and learn how to tell a good solder joint from a bad one. There will be a microscope available so you can inspect your solder joints close up. \n  \nSession 4 (Jan 18) or Session 5 (Jan 25): Build your First Kit  \n\nOne kit will be provided for you to build\nYou’ll get to choose others starting at around $2.50 each\nLearn about what you should find in a well-documented kit and where to begin if the documentation is not that great\n\n  \nNEXT STEPS: If everyone is enjoying themselves\, then we will continue these sessions throughout the winter months on alternating Sunday mornings beginning January 25 or February 8th. We will discuss how we want to proceed as a group and we will figure out any additional costs for going forward. The group might consider collaborating on a club project or individuals might bring whatever they are working on to a session to share with the rest of the group\, have a coffee and get some help troubleshooting a kit that isn’t working. Ideally\, we will see some of your creations at our Homebrew Night in April 2026.
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/soldering-skills-and-kit-building-workshop-nov-jan/
LOCATION:Scouts Canada National Office\, 1345 Baseline Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2C 0A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Workshop
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SUMMARY:OARC Monthly Meeting - Nov 2025
DESCRIPTION:The OARC Monthly Meeting will be on November 12\, 2025 starting at 6:45pm. All Amateur Radio enthusiasts are welcome: OARC members and non-members\, licensed and not-yet-licensed hams\, friends and family. \nMost monthly meetings will be hybrid (in-person and Teams). Attendance options and details below. \n  \n(1) Attend in person at Scouts Headquarters\n1345 Baseline Road. Parking is free. \n CLICK HERE TO GET A FREE TICKET. This link takes you to Eventbrite\, a free online ticketing system. Please register in advance for the meeting so that we can be sure to: \n\nHave enough chairs and refreshments for everyone\, and\nSend you a reminder closer to meeting.\n\n\n(2) Attend virtually using MS Teams Need help?\n CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE MEETING VIRTUALLY  [deactivated] \n    Meeting ID:  [deactivated]     Passcode: [deactivated] \n  \nDraft Agenda \n\nWelcome\, updates (Roger\, VA3EGY)\nPresentation 1: Scaling Solar from Backpack to Whole House (Andrea\, VA3EBE)\n\nThe cost of solar power systems has dropped dramatically\, making them a flexible and cost effective choice for power in many different situations. This presentation will provide a foundation of concepts\, components\, and present them in an approachable way scaling from lightweight portable systems to large whole house systems. \nBio: Andrea has been working in software engineering for more than three decades at several recognizable companies including Shopify\, Nortel\, SurveyMonkey\, Solace\,  and more. Through her work in open source software\, she’s worked with even more leading tech companies\, and technologies. She has developed technology solutions across multiple sectors including telecom\, small businesses\, healthcare\, geospatial\, education\, government\, and more. She is the founder and CEO of RnL Solar\, a company that specializes in solar power systems design. \n\n\nUpdates:\n\nGoal 2: Equipment – Update on our DSTAR Repeater implementation at Camp Fortune (Harrie\, VE3HYS)\n\n\n\nNOTE: Photos may be taken. Portions of the meeting may be recorded.
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/oarc-monthly-meeting-nov-2025/
LOCATION:Scouts Canada National Office\, 1345 Baseline Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2C 0A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activity,Club Activity
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SUMMARY:OARC 2025 Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the OARC 2025 Holiday Party\, where our passion for Amateur Radio meets festive cheer. Celebrate in good company and connect with fellow radio enthusiasts. \nWhen: Wednesday\, December 10\, 2025 from 5:00 to 8:30 pm \nWhere: KS on the Keys Restaurant\, 1029 Dazé St.\, Ottawa \nWhat to bring: Your holiday spirit and love for amateur radio! \nCost: $30 in advance (includes tax and tip) \n Get your tickets – Click here by Wednesday\, December 3rd.\n\n✨ Highlights of the evening:  \n\n\n\nBuffet dinner with caesar salad\, rolls and butter\, meat lasagna\, penne with cream sauce\, garlic bread\, pop\, coffee and tea.\n\n\nPrizes to make the celebration even more festive! 🎁\n\n\n\n\nRyan VA3WSO will provide a brief overview of how radio communications technologies in the transportation sector have evolved over the past 50 years\, and where it’s headed in terms of connected & automated vehicles\, remotely piloted aircraft systems\, and maritime autonomous surface shipping.\n\n\n\n📌 IMPORTANT: We need to confirm our final numbers with the restaurant\, so please purchase your tickets by this Wednesday\, December 3rd. \n\n\nWe look forward to celebrating the season with you! \n\n Get your tickets – Click here by Wednesday\, December 3rd.\n  \nThe OARC 2025 Holiday Party replaces the December Monthly Meeting. Photos may be taken. Portions of the event may be recorded.
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/oarc-2025-holiday-party/
LOCATION:KS on The Keys Restaurant\, 1029 Dazé Street\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1V 1A1
CATEGORIES:Activity,Club Activity
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SUMMARY:RAC Canada Winter Contest 2025
DESCRIPTION:RAC Canada Winter Contest:  Saturday\, December 20\, 2025 – 00:00:00 UTC to 23:59:59 UTC (Dec. 19\, 2025 at 7:00pm to Dec. 20\, 2025 at 6:59pm) \nGet involved in a celebration of the winter holiday season with the Canada Winter Contest\, a radio-sport contest sponsored by Radio Amateurs of Canada. Amateurs all over the world are invited to join in these celebrations. \nHere in Ottawa\, you can operate from your own station\, of course\, or you can drop by and operate from RAC’s flagship station VE3RHQ at RAC Headquarters 720 Belfast Rd\, Ottawa. Because there is uncertainty about the impact of remote station operation\, contact Mike\, VE3FFK by voice or SMS at 322    0669  (area613) closer to the contest\, if you want to drop in and operate VE3RHQ. \nRead more about the Contest Rules for RAC Winter Contest 2025. \nPlease review the contest rules carefully to ensure full understanding of the contest categories and requirements. If you have questions about these rules or need help with preparing or submitting your log or have any other questions\, please contact the contest manager Sam Ferris\, VE5SF at canadawinter@rac.ca. \nYou can see the previous year’s contest results on the RAC website.
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/rac-canada-winter-contest-2025/
LOCATION:RAC Headquarters\, 720 Belfast Road\, #217\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1G 0Z5\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260114T064500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260114T211500
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SUMMARY:OARC Monthly Meeting - Jan 2026
DESCRIPTION:The OARC Monthly Meeting will be on January 14\, 2026 at 6:45pm. All Amateur Radio enthusiasts are welcome: OARC members and non-members\, licensed and not-yet-licensed hams\, friends and family. \nMost monthly meetings will be hybrid. Attendance options: \n     (1) Attend in person at Scouts Headquarters\, 1345 Baseline Road. Parking is free. \n      CLICK HERE TO GET A FREE TICKET. This link takes you to Eventbrite\, a free online ticketing system. Please register in advance for the meeting so that we: \n\nHave enough chairs and refreshments for everyone\, and\nCan send you a reminder closer to meeting.\n\n     (2) Attend virtually using MS Teams  Need help? \n       Click here to Join the meeting [link will be active closer to the meeting] \n    Meeting ID: [to follow] Passcode: [to be follow] \nPhotos may be taken. Portions of the meeting may be recorded. \nDraft Agenda \n\nWelcome\, updates (Roger\, VA3EGY)\n\nCraig Delmage\, VE3OP\, will deliver a distinctive presentation titled “Amateur Radio in Creative\, Performing and Media Arts in Canada.” His talk explores how radio fosters artistic expression\, collaboration\, and education.\nHis presentation highlights two national productions from 2025 in which Craig and several other local amateurs played quiet\, supporting yet essential roles. It traces the historical context behind these projects. It follows each team’s journey as they worked to showcase shortwave listening and Amateur Radio for the enjoyment and learning of audiences nationwide. One was meant to spark the imagination of Canadians to become our future new amateurs. Craig will also discuss the operational and technical challenges the teams encountered along the way—and how they persevered to overcome them. Come\, grab some popcorn and enjoy the show!\n\nOther agenda items TBD
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/oarc-monthly-meeting-january/
LOCATION:Scouts Canada National Office\, 1345 Baseline Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2C 0A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activity,Club Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260124T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172939
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SUMMARY:Winter Field Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Get involved with Winter Field Day 2026! \nWinter Field Day is an exciting annual event for Amateur Radio enthusiasts\, taking place on the last full weekend of January. It starts at 1600 UTC (11:00am ET) Saturday January 24th and ends 21:59 UTC (4:59pm ET) on Sunday January 25th. \nThis event offers a unique opportunity for radio operators to set up field operations in remote locations\, enabling them to connect with other participants worldwide. You may choose to participate solo or get your your friends\, family\, or whole club involved. \nWinter Field Day is organized by the Winter Field Day Association. The association strongly believes that ham radio operators should practice portable emergency communications in winter environments. This is because freezing temperatures\, snow\, ice\, and other hazards pose unique operational concerns. \nPlease see Winter Field Day’s website for more information about the event.
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/winter-field-day-2026/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Activity,Club Activity
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260208T170000
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SUMMARY:Canadian Ski Marathon 2026 - Community Event
DESCRIPTION:Get involved at The Canadian Ski Marathon (CSM) 2025 – Feb 7-8\, 2026!\nThe CSM is great opportunity to keep your skills current and operate in a winter environment. \n The event needs the skills and knowledge of ham operators to run a controlled net for logistics support during this live event with unpredictable traffic. The CSM uses commercial digital radios for health\, safety\, and logistics traffic. 2m ham radio is used as a backup\, when equipment or environmental factors make the commercial rigs difficult or impossible to use\, and for some volunteers who will not have commercial rigs available. Read below for some basic information. \nFor more detailed information and to sign up\, click here: \n\nEnglish:  https://hambone.ca/csm\nFrench:    https://hambone.ca/mcs\n\n Amateur Radio operators are needed to pass traffic relating to checkpoint supply levels\, expected numbers of skiers\, skier transport\, skier extractions\, start and end times for the checkpoints\, chip-and-loop concerns\, and the all-important count of hotdog buns!  \nRadio operators are needed for:\n\n\nnet control – located near Montebello – net controllers MUST be bilingual\n\ncheckpoints – spread along the route – being bilingual is helpful but not necessary\n\n\nThe CSM needs people who are skilled at operating on a controlled net. Those are ham skills!\n\nPlease reserve February 07-08\, 2026 on your calendar. You can volunteer for one or both days.  It’s a great opportunity to learn how to operate at a community event in an outdoor environment\, to connect with fellow Amateur Radio operators\, and to get some fresh air! \nFor more detailed information and to sign up\, click here: \n\nEnglish:  https://hambone.ca/csm\nFrench:    https://hambone.ca/mcs\n\nBackground information on te Canadian Ski Marathon (CSM)  \nThe CSM is North America’s longest and oldest Nordic ski tour. Unlike most ski events\, there are no winners or losers : it is not a race. Each skier can select his/her own level of challenge and can ski as little as 12 km or up to the maximum of 160 km over the weekend. The CSM is a two-day\, 160 kilometer ski event that is divided into 5 sections each day\, with an average of 16 kms per section. There are feed stations\, first aid and toilets available at the end of each section\, as well as shuttle buses that run between accommodation and checkpoints throughout each day. Learn more about the CSM.
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/canadian-ski-marathon-2026-community-event/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Activity,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260211T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260211T211500
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SUMMARY:OARC Monthly Meeting - Feb 2026
DESCRIPTION:The OARC Monthly Meeting will be on February  11\, 2026 at 6:45pm. All Amateur Radio enthusiasts are welcome: OARC members and non-members\, licensed and not-yet-licensed hams\, friends and family. \nMost monthly meetings will be hybrid. Attendance options: \n(1) Attend in person at Scouts Headquarters\, 1345 Baseline Road. Parking is free. \n      CLICK HERE TO GET A FREE TICKET.  This link takes you to Eventbrite\, a free online ticketing system. Please register in advance for the meeting so that we can be sure to: \n\nHave enough chairs and refreshments for everyone\, and\nSend you a reminder closer to meeting.\n\n(2) Attend virtually using MS Teams \nMicrosoft Teams Need help? \nJoin the meeting now [expired] \nMeeting ID: [expired]\nPasscode: [expired] \nPhotos may be taken. Portions of the meeting may be recorded. \nDraft Agenda \n\nWelcome\, updates (Roger\, VA3EGY)\nAllan Boyd\, President of Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC)\, will deliver a presentation on DSTAR (the basics of all the systems\, how it works\, and the reflector systems and basic programming) as well as how DSTAR relates to the new ACS (Auxiliary Communications Service) program. Allan will also talk to us about the benefits of RAC membership.\nOther agenda items TBD
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/oarc-monthly-meeting-february/
LOCATION:Scouts Canada National Office\, 1345 Baseline Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2C 0A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activity,Club Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260311T064500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260311T211500
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SUMMARY:OARC Monthly Meeting - March 2026
DESCRIPTION:SPECIAL NOTICE : Tonight’s OARC Monthly Meeting (Wed Mar 11 2026\, 7pm) will be ONLINE ONLY.  While the amount of ice is not great at the moment\, it does continue to accumulate and parking lots and driveways will be slippery long after the storm has passed. \nChris will be online to tell us about Meshtastic and Mesh Core. The Teams meeting coordinates are: \nClick here to Join the meeting now [expired] \nMeeting ID: [expired] \nPasscode: [expired] \nNeed help? \nConnect around 6:45pm and we’ll get underway at 7:00pm. All Amateur Radio enthusiasts are welcome. We look forward to seeing you virtually this evening. \n73\, \nHarrie VE3HYS \n\nPhotos may be taken. Portions of the meeting may be recorded. \nDraft Agenda \n\nWelcome\, updates (Harrie\, VE3HYS)\nPresentation: MeshCore\, LoRa\, Mesh Networking\, and Building a Connected Ottawa and Beyond (Chris Schnobb)\n\n\nBIO: Chris is an IT Security Consultant with years of technical and IT experience. \nIn early 2025\, he began his journey into radio frequency (RF) during a work engagement\, which led him to discover LoRa\, a long-range radio protocol\, as an accessible entry point into the RF space. What started as curiosity quickly became a passion. Chris dove headfirst into LoRa and mesh networking\, becoming one of the leading forces behind Ottawa’s city-wide MeshCore deployment. He is the author of Ottawamesh.ca and a core developer of MeshMapper\, an application built for wardriving and mapping MeshCore networks. You may have seen him on Discord or the mesh under his tag MrAlders0n. \nABSTRACT: MeshCore\, LoRa\, Mesh Networking\, and Building a Connected Ottawa and Beyond \nThis presentation will begin with an introduction to LoRa technology and what makes it such a versatile and accessible platform for radio experimentation\, followed by a look at the value of mesh networks\, including the pros\, cons\, and design considerations for both urban and rural deployments. The presentation will also explore the potential of LoRa mesh networks as emergency communication systems for communities\, as the radios are accessible and anyone can use them. \nThe focus will be primarily on MeshCore\, while touching on Meshtastic and some of the reasons it struggled to gain traction compared to MeshCore’s success in Ottawa and other communities. Chris will cover the motivation behind the move to MeshCore\, the protocol itself\, and the ongoing development efforts that have kept it evolving rapidly. \nThe presentation will highlight tools that have emerged around MeshCore\, including MeshMapper and LetsMesh\, along with practical hardware recommendations and success stories from local deployments. Attendees will see a showcase of repeaters deployed across Ottawa and learn about some of the coolest things the community has accomplished with LoRa. \nChris will also make the case for LoRa and mesh networking as a gateway for younger newcomers to get into RF and eventually pursue their amateur radio licence\, and will touch on some early collaboration with students at Carleton University\, including the ambitious goal of linking Ottawa to Montreal and Quebec City by the end of this summer. \nThe presentation will wrap up with an overview of the Ottawa mesh community\, plans for expansion\, and where to get involved\, from Ottawamesh.ca to Discord and beyond. \nA follow-on workshop is also being planned where members can learn about and purchase a recommended configuration for either a repeater node\, a companion node\, or both\, so they can start experimenting and become part of the Ottawa mesh. Stay tuned for more details. This may include a handout with references as well. \n\n\nOther agenda items TBD
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/oarc-monthly-meeting-march-2026/
LOCATION:Scouts Canada National Office\, 1345 Baseline Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2C 0A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activity,Club Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260329T010000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260329T160000
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SUMMARY:OARC Soldering Skills Workshop (Winter 2026)
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE PRESENTATION: Soldering Workshop for Antennas 2026 Session 1 \nJoin us for the OARC Soldering Skills workshop (Winter 2026)! Three\, fun\, hands-on sessions where you will develop soldering skills for antenna and coax cable assembly.  It is designed to complement the upcoming antenna-building workshop(s). \nDates: Three Sundays (29 March\, 26 April\, 3 May)\nTime: 1:00pm to 4:00pm\nCost: $25 for OARC members / $35 for non-members (the fee covers the cost of some supplies and small tools)\nLocation: Scouts Headquarters\, 1345 Baseline Road\, Ottawa \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER AND PAY FOR THE SOLDERING SKILLS WORKSHOP\nThis link takes you to Zeffy\, our secure\, zero-fee Canadian online payment system. \nWORKSHOP OUTLINE \n\nSession 1 (29 March): Essential tools and supplies needed for antenna and connector work with an emphasis on how much you should spend on kit.*\n\n* You are expected to have your own soldering iron and basic tools for this workshop and the first session will provide you with some guidance. You have a month between Sessions 1 and 2 to give you time to buy or borrow the necessary equipment. If you don’t have everything you need for a session\, the Club can provide some basic tools that you can borrow. \n\nSession 2 (26 April): Solder and waterproof wires of a larger gauge used in many antenna projects.\nSession 3 (3 May): Solder RF connectors on coax cable and waterproof the assembly.  Participants will construct a jumper cable.\n\nMore details will be outlined in the first session.
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/oarc-soldering-skills-workshop-winter-2026/
LOCATION:Scouts Canada National Office\, 1345 Baseline Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2C 0A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260408T064500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260408T211500
DTSTAMP:20260418T172939
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SUMMARY:OARC Monthly Meeting – April 2026 - HOMEBREW NIGHT
DESCRIPTION:The April 2026 OARC Monthly Meeting on April 8\, 2026 at 6:45pm will be Homebrew Night\, our annual show-and-tell evening. Bring your “homebrewed” hardware / software Amateur Radio projects\, DIY apparatus\, and home-made gear. \nWhether your latest creation is polished perfection or still held together with hope and hot glue\, bring it along and share your story! We celebrate low-cost\, scrounged\, and inventive solutions — proof that you don’t need deep pockets to make something amazing. We will celebrate your accomplishments and hear tales of your successes and lessons learned. And there are prizes! \nAll Amateur Radio enthusiasts are welcome: OARC members and non-members\, licensed and not-yet-licensed hams\, friends and family. \nMost monthly meetings are hybrid. Attendance options: \n(1) Attend in person at Scouts Headquarters\, 1345 Baseline Road. Parking is free.\n  CLICK HERE TO GET A FREE TICKET and indicate if you plan to present a Homebrew project. \nThis link takes you to Eventbrite\, a free online ticketing system. Please register in advance for the meeting so that we can be sure to have enough chairs and refreshments for everyone\, and so we can send you a reminder closer to meeting. \n(2) Attend virtually using Microsoft Teams      Need help?\nJoin the meeting now [expired]\nMeeting ID: [expired]Passcode: [expired] \nDraft Agenda\n\nWelcome\, updates\nHomebrew presentation and demonstrate their Homebrew projects\nJudges deliberate on the Clare Fowler Award (1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd prize)\nAttendees vote on the People’s Choice Award\nAwards are presented\n\nPhotos may be taken. Portions of the meeting may be recorded. \n More info on Homebrew Night and the awards appears below… \n\nHow exactly does Homebrew Night work? \n\nPerhaps you have some ideas about a DIY project or piece of home-made gear you’d like to attempt? \nBuild it in time for Homebrew Night in April\, register in advance\, and bring it along. \nPrepare about 5 minutes of remarks: \n\nExplain what you did\nHighlight any particular successes or lessons learned that you experienced along the way \nFinish with one piece of advice you think anyone attempting this project should consider \n\n\n\nWhy is Homebrew Night so important?\n\nBuilding your own amateur-radio equipment is frugal and satisfying.\nTelling other OARC members about your project is fun and offers an opportunity for discussion\, technical questions and answers\, and suggestions for how to address challenges.\nHomebrew Night is a key part of your amateur-radio training: it is first and foremost about experimentation\, development of technical skills\, problem solving.\nYou can win the Clare Fowler Award (1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place\, decided by a panel of judges) or the People’s Choice award (decided by secret ballot). Award details below.\n\nWhat can I bring?\n\nAny home-built\, non-commercial amateur radio equipment.\nUnfinished projects are welcome; tell us what you’ve done so far.\nIt doesn’t have to be complex\, fancy\, or elaborate\, just something that you have done and want others to know about.\nIt can also be from a kit you build at an OARC kit-building session.Bring out your projects and celebrate your technical accomplishments with the OARC!\n\n\nThe Clare Fowler Award\nClare Fowler was a life-long Amateur Radio operator and a beloved\, long-time member of the Ottawa Amateur Radio Club. He enjoyed countless hours contacting radio operators around the world\, testing and building antennas\, and sharing his knowledge on radio calls\, at Club meetings\, and in international publications. The OARC’s Clare Fowler Award was named for him because he won it so many times! It will be awarded in perpetuity in his memory at the OARC’s Homebrew Night. \nWhat are the criteria used by the judges for the Clare Fowler Award?\nOriginality (30%) \n\n10 – not original\, circuits and applications in most amateur publications\, kits\, existing software.\n20 – modifications to published circuits and applications\, modify existing software\, modifications and additions to kits.\n30 – new original concept and/or application\, little or no info in most amateur publications\, develop new software\, mathematical calculations\, not a kit.\n\nComplexity (30%) \n\n10 – simple\, few parts/components\, dimensions\, layout and lead lengths not very critical or easily measured\, multimeter instrumentation\, make in a day or less.\n20 – fair number of parts/components\, chassis\, circuit board\, some attention to dimensions\, layout and lead lengths\, simple software program\, use vswr meter\, signal generators etc.\, construction time between one day and a week.\n30 – relatively large number of parts/components\, one or more circuit boards\, critical layout\, dimensions\, write and debug software programs\, more advanced instrumentation\, time more than a week.\n\nCraftsmanship (15%) \n\n5 – very simple tools\, crudely constructed 10 – more advanced tools\, nicely constructed\n15 – beautifully made\, clean\, labeled.\n\nPresentation (15%) \n\n5 – short or rambling presentation\, few details or explanation.\n10 – reasonable explanation about item\, how it works and was constructed.\n15 – very well thought out short and concise description of how the item was developed and constructed\, hand out information available.\n\nThe People’s Choice award\nIn 2025\, the OARC introduced a new trophy for the People’s Choice award. The new trophy is a magnetron from a microwave oven found at a local hamfest\, mounted  on a cedar fence-post top as a base. This meets the classic Amateur Radio criteria for “scrounged” and “low or no cost”. In the spirit of Homebrew\, the winner will take it home\, add something fun to it (e.g.\, by soldering or gluing)\, and bring it back to Homebrew Night the following year to be awarded again. Over time\, the award will become increasingly elaborate (and possibly hilarious). \nClick here to read reports from past Homebrew Nights
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/oarc-monthly-meeting-april-2026-homebrew-night/
LOCATION:Scouts Canada National Office\, 1345 Baseline Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2C 0A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activity,Club Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172939
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SUMMARY:World Amateur Radio Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Get involved with World Amateur Radio Day 2026! \nOttawa Amateur Radio operators will join others worldwide in celebrating World Amateur Radio Day\, taking to the airwaves in celebration of amateur radio and commemorating the formation of the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) on April 18\, 1925. The IARU has announced that the theme for this year’s World Amateur Radio Day will be “Advancing the Spirit of Amateur Radio Through Innovation”.  Here are a few local activities: \n\nThe newly created AuxComm services team\, is planning an exercise in West Carleton\, where they will set up radio stations in several locations to demonstrate passing messages between communities using both the VE2CRA and the  VE2REH repeater systems. There will also be a demonstration table at the Kinburn Client Centre where you can learn more about why this technology is becoming so popular for off-grid communication especially during emergencies. Drop by from 10:00pm to 3:00pm to find out what you need to get started.\n\n  \n\nRadio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) is once again holding a “Get on the Air on World Amateur Radio Day” special event in which it encourage as many Amateurs as possible to get on the air and contact as many RAC stations as possible. Contact one or more of these stations will be eligible for a special commemorative certificate noting their participation in RAC’s Get on the Air on World Amateur Radio Day Event. Click here for more info on this special event.\n\n  \n\nThe Ottawa Valley Mobile Radio Club (OVMRC) are planning to do parks on the air (POTA) activities at several parks.
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/world-amateur-radio-day-2026/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Activity,Club Activity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Amateur Radio Club":MAILTO:contact@oarc.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTSTAMP:20260418T172939
CREATED:20260406T194452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T194452Z
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SUMMARY:CN Cycle for CHEO 2026 - Community Event
DESCRIPTION:Get involved in providing radio-communications support for the annual CN Cycle for CHEO\nAmateur Radio operators are needed for some bicycle mobiles\, some walking mobiles\, some fixed stations along the route\, and a few people for the command post. \nTo volunteer to get involved\, send an email to Richard VE3UNW at hagemeister@gmail.com. For more information\, visit this website. \nNow in its 19th year\, CN Cycle for CHEO is a fun\, non-competitive event that offers 15 km\, 35 km\, 70 km or 100 km cycling routes\, along with two km and five km walking routes. In 2025\, about 6\,500 participants took part\, raising $2\,018\,294 million. Learn more about CN Cycle for CHEO.
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/cn-cycle-for-cheo-2026-community-event/
LOCATION:Canadian War Museum\, 1 Vimy Place\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1A 0M8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activity,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260513T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260513T211500
DTSTAMP:20260418T172939
CREATED:20251023T023556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T143947Z
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SUMMARY:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER for the OARC Monthly Meeting - May 2026
DESCRIPTION:The OARC Monthly Meeting will be on May 13\, 2026 at 6:45pm. All Amateur Radio enthusiasts are welcome: OARC members and non-members\, experience Amateur Radio operators\, new hams\, those who have yet to pass the exam\, friends and family. \nMost monthly meetings will be hybrid. Attendance options:  (1) in person\, or (2) virtually – details below. \n     (1) Attend in person at Scouts Headquarters\, 1345 Baseline Road. Parking is free. \n  CLICK HERE TO GET A FREE TICKET.\nThis link takes you to Eventbrite\, a free online ticketing system. \nPlease register in advance for the meeting so that we can be sure to: \n\nHave enough chairs and refreshments for everyone\, and\nSend you a reminder closer to meeting.\n\n     (2) Attend virtually using MS Teams  Need help? \n       Click here to Join the meeting [link will be active closer to the meeting] \n    Meeting ID: [to follow] Passcode: [to be follow] \nPhotos may be taken. Portions of the meeting may be recorded. \nDRAFT AGENDA \n\nWelcome\, updates (Roger\, VA3EGY)\nFeatured presentation: The Amazing Hex Beam (Craig VE3OP)\nThe hex beam has earned a reputation as one of the most efficient\, lightweight\, and cost-effective directional antennas. In his presentation\, Craig Delmage (VE3OP) will explore the design principles behind the modern hex beam; explains how its unique geometry delivers strong gain and front-to-back performance; and compares it with more traditional antennas such as Yagis\, dipoles\, and verticals. He will cover its discovery\, origins and evolution; specifications\, design and construction; performance data; primary manufacturers and pricing; mounting and rotor options; installation tips; and the pros and cons of commercial versus homebrew versions. Craig will also showcase his own hex beam and installation process through photographs.\nWhether you’re considering your first directional antenna or considering a change to your station\, this session will help you understand the amazing hex beam—and whether it is right for you.\nOther agenda items TBD
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/oarc-monthly-meeting-may-2026/
LOCATION:Scouts Canada National Office\, 1345 Baseline Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2C 0A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activity,Club Activity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Amateur Radio Club":MAILTO:contact@oarc.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260524T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172939
CREATED:20260314T010231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T194811Z
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SUMMARY:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER for the OARC 2-Metre Rollup J-Pole Antenna Building Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the OARC 2-Metre Rollup J-Pole Antenna Building Workshop. This project will be of interest to anyone who has a Handy-Talkie (HT) Amateur Radio (10-25 Watts transmit power) and is looking for a simple but effective antenna to be able to improve their radio transmit-and-receive performance at home or when operating temporarily at a park\, camp ground\, or the cottage. \nDate: Sunday\, May 24\, 2026\nTime: 1:00pm to 4:00pm\nCost: $30 for OARC members / $40 for non-members (the fee covers the cost of some supplies and small tools)\nLocation: Scouts Headquarters\, 1345 Baseline Road\, Ottawa \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER AND PAY FOR OARC 2-METRE ROLLUP J-POLE ANTENNA BUILDING WORKSHOP\nThis link takes you to Zeffy\, our secure\, zero-fee Canadian online payment system. \nWORKSHOP OUTLINE \n\nThe antenna is simple but effective\, and very versatile in that it can be rolled up and carried in a backpack or ziplock bag and attaches directly to your radio antenna.\nYou can throw it up in a tree or bring a telescopic fishing pole mast to get it up 10 or 20 ft. If you travel\, you can even clip it to your hotel room curtains so you can participate in local NETs wherever you may be.\nThe fee covers the cost of the antenna\, 10 feet of RG316U feedline terminated in a BNC or SMA connector. (A BNC/SMA adapter will be available for order at a nominal cost\, should you require one.)\n\nIf you don’t have any previous soldering experience\, then we encourage you to take the OARC Soldering Skills Workshop first. You are expected to have your own soldering iron and basic tools for this workshop; however\, the Club can provide some basic tools that you can borrow during the session if you don’t have everything you need.
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/oarc-2-metre-rollup-j-pole-antenna-building-workshop/
LOCATION:Scouts Canada National Office\, 1345 Baseline Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2C 0A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260531T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172939
CREATED:20260331T233745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T133245Z
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SUMMARY:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER for OARC End-Fed Half Wave Antenna Build Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The End-Fed Half Wave (EFHW) Antenna Build Workshop will be of interest to anyone who has a multi-band HF amateur radio with up to 100 Watts of transmitting power.  Assemble a 49:1 Un-Un transformer in mounting hardware with a SO-239 feedline connector\, and optionally connect an antenna wire suitable for 80/40/30/20/17/15/12/10m or 20/17/15/12/10m bands.   \nDate: 31 May 2026\nTime: 13:00-17:00\nCost:  Non-members pay $10 more \n[] $75 – EFHW Antenna workshop with Un-Un transformer only\, no antenna wire\n[] $85 – EFHW Antenna workshop with Un-Un transformer AND 34’ antenna wire (20/17/15/12/10m bands\, suitable for portable use)\n[] $120 – EFHW Antenna workshop with Un-Un transformer AND 132’ antenna wire (80m band\, also resonant on 40/30/20/17/15/12/10m\, suitable for permanent installation)   \nLocation: Scouts HQ (1345 Baseline Rd Ottawa\, ON K2C 0A7\, Canada)   \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER AND PAY FOR THE END-FED HALF WAVE ANTENNA BUILD WORKSHOP\nThis link takes you to Zeffy\, our secure\, zero-fee Canadian online payment system. \nWORKSHOP OUTLINE \n1. Introduction\nDefinition and Purpose: An End-Fed Half-Wave (EFHW) antenna is a popular resonant wire antenna designed to be one half-wavelength long at its lowest operating frequency. Unlike a center-fed dipole\, it is fed at the end\, providing high installation convenience\, and it naturally resonates on both odd and even harmonics of that base frequency.\nBasic Components: 49:1 Un-Un transformer\, feedlineconnector\, mounting hardware\, antenna wire   \n2. Design and Construction (overview of tools\, materials and techniques)\nMaterials Supplied: 2 x 240-43 torroids; 100 pF capacitor; 14-gauge enameled wire; PVC junction box; cable ties; SO-239 and misc. hardware.\nConstruction Techniques: PVC junction box will be pre-drilled  \n3. Hands-On Building Session (assembly and troubleshooting)\nPractical Assembly: Participants build their own 49:1 Un-Un transformer in PVC junction box under supervision\, applying the techniques learned.\nTroubleshooting: Guidance on common issues that may arise during construction and how to resolve them.   \n4. Testing and Tuning (performance testing\, tuning techniques)\nPerformance Testing: Instructions on how to test the Un-Un and antenna’s performance using SWR meters and other tools.\nTuning Techniques: Methods for adjusting the antenna for optimal performance\, including compensation coil\, coax counterpoise\, middle-of-wire capacitor   \n5. Conclusion and Q&A (wrap up and open discussion)\nWrap-Up: Summary of key points covered in the workshop.\nOpen Forum: Opportunity for participants to ask questions and share experiences related to EFHW antennas. 
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/oarc-end-fed-half-wave-antenna-build-workshop/
LOCATION:Scouts Canada National Office\, 1345 Baseline Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2C 0A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Amateur Radio Club":MAILTO:contact@oarc.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTSTAMP:20260418T172939
CREATED:20260406T195014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T195014Z
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SUMMARY:Rideau Lakes Cycle Tour 2026 – Community Event
DESCRIPTION:Get involved in providing radio-communications support to the Rideau Lakes Cycle Tour 2025!\nAmateur Radio operators are needed at fixed and mobile stations for one or both days of this two-day community event.\n\n\n\nVolunteer to help out. Send an email to Richard VE3UNW at hagemeister@gmail.com. For more information\, visit this website.\n\n\n\nThe Ottawa Bicycle Club’s Rideau Lakes Cycle Tour (RLCT) is one of the country’s longest-running cycling events. This two-day ride goes from Ottawa\, through picturesque towns and villages along the Rideau Lakes waterway\, to Kingston on the shores of Lake Ontario.
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/rideau-lakes-cycle-tour-2026-community-event/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Activity,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260610T064500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260610T211500
DTSTAMP:20260418T172939
CREATED:20260414T173312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T231728Z
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SUMMARY:OARC Monthly Meeting - June 2026 - Annual General Meeting (AGM)
DESCRIPTION:Ottawa Amateur Radio Club\nNotice of the 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Members  \nNotice is hereby given that the 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the members of Ottawa Amateur Radio Club will be held:  \nDATE:      Wednesday\, June 10\, 2026  \nTIME:     6:45 PM EDT  \nLOCATION: The AGM will be a hybrid meeting. Attend in person at Scouts Headquarters\, 1345 Baseline Road\, Ottawa or attend online (details below).  \nVOTING ELEGIBILITY: Everyone is welcome to attend the AGM but only members in good standing will be eligible to vote. \n\nTo be “in good standing”\, members must have renewed their membership through the Zeffy online payment system [between June 1\, 2025\, and May 31\, 2026].  \nIf you are unsure if your membership is current\, click here to Contact Us. \nIf you are not yet a member and wish to vote\, click here to join the OARC before May 31\, 2025. \nThe Board will recognize all such members as eligible to vote.\n\n\nDRAFT AGENDA  \nNOTE: If a member has an item they wish to include in the agenda\, they must email the OARC board (board@oarc.net) by June 4\, 2025.  \n\nWelcome  \n\n\nReview and approval of Agenda and Minutes of 2025 AGM \n\n\nOARC’s 2025 Accomplishments and Finances; read the OARC Annual Report 2025 (Stub Year) \n\n\nElection of 2026 OARC Directors \n\n\nLook ahead at 2026 Operational Plan and Budget \n\n\nOther agenda items TBD \n\n\nAGM Adjourned \n\nAGM ATTENDANCE OPTIONS:  \n1. Attend in person at Scouts Headquarters\, 1345 Baseline Road. Parking is free.  \n  CLICK HERE TO GET A FREE TICKET.\nThis link takes you to Eventbrite\, a free online ticketing system.  \nPlease register in advance for the meeting so that we can be sure to:  \n\nHave enough chairs and refreshments for everyone\, and\nSend you a reminder closer to meeting. \n\n 2. Attend virtually using MS Teams  Need help?  \nClick here to Join the meeting [link will be active closer to the meeting]  \nMeeting ID: [to follow]\nPasscode: [to be follow]   \nPhotos may be taken. Portions of the meeting may be recorded. 
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/oarc-monthly-meeting-june-2026-annual-general-meeting-agm/
LOCATION:Scouts Canada National Office\, 1345 Baseline Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2C 0A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activity,Club Activity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Amateur Radio Club":MAILTO:contact@oarc.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260614T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260614T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172939
CREATED:20260314T002459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T132154Z
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SUMMARY:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER for the OARC UHF/VHF Ground Plane Antenna-Building Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the OARC UHF/VHF Ground Plane Antenna-Building Workshop. This project will be of interest to anyone who has a UHF/VHF Amateur Radio transceiver and is looking for a better antenna to improve their radio transmit-and-receive performance over the rubber-duck antenna (on a handheld). \nDate: Sunday\, June 14\, 2026\nTime: 1:00pm to 4:00pm\nCost: $25 for OARC members / $35 for non-members (the fee covers the cost of supplies and small tools)\nLocation: Scouts Headquarters\, 1345 Baseline Road\, Ottawa \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER AND PAY FOR THE OARC UHF/VHF GROUND PLANE ANTENNA-BUILDING WORKSHOP\nThis link takes you to Zeffy\, our secure\, zero-fee Canadian online payment system. \nWORKSHOP OUTLINE \n\nThis simple-but-effective\, and very versatile\, antenna consists of an SO-239 panel-mount connector with four ground plane radials: one connected to each of four fasteners on the corners of the panel mount connector\, and one more vertical rod as the main element.\nIt can be mounted on a piece of PVC pipe and set up temporarily or even permanently attached to a fence or tree or anywhere that will offer a higher location. The connector can be set on the PVC pipe and the feedline drops to the ground through the pipe. The pipe\, feedline\, and feedline connectors are extra but available\, once you know how high you want to put your antenna and how much feedline you need.\n\nIf you don’t have any previous soldering experience\, then we encourage you to take the OARC Soldering Skills workshop first. You are expected to have your own soldering iron and basic tools for this workshop; however\, the Club can provide some basic tools that you can borrow during the session if you don’t have everything you need.
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/oarc-ground-plane-antenna-building-workshop/
LOCATION:Scouts Canada National Office\, 1345 Baseline Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2C 0A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Amateur Radio Club":MAILTO:contact@oarc.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260628T165900
DTSTAMP:20260418T172939
CREATED:20260112T154340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T132322Z
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SUMMARY:CLICK HERE TO REGISTER for OARC Field Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:June 27 \, 2026\, 2:00 pm (18:00 UTC) to June 28\, 2026 4:59 p.m (20:59 UTC) at Scouts Headquarters\, 1345 Baseline Road (location to be confirmed). Setup on June 26. \n   CLICK HERE TO REGISTER AND VOLUNTEER FOR FIELD DAY 2026 \nRegistering in advance helps the OARC prepare for the correct number of people. The same link will allow you to volunteer and indicate what time you are available and your preferred duties (set up\, operating\, tear down\, etc.) \nField Day involves setting up temporary transmitting stations to demonstrate ham radio’s science\, skill and service to our communities. One objective of Field Day is to contact as many stations as possible and to learn to operate in abnormal situations in less than optimal conditions. OARC Field Day attracts lots of experienced Amateur Radio operators from across the region. We also have a Get On The Air (GOTA) station for new hams\, where an experienced ham will guide the newly certified through the process. And the OARC gets Field Day points for any new hams who make contacts on that station. \nField Day has been an annual event since 1933\, and remains the most popular event in ham radio\, attracting more than 31\,000 hams throughout North America. Field Day is sponsored overall by the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) and\, in Canada\, by Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC). Explore full details and rules on ARRL Field Day webpage more about the RAC Field Day webpage \nClick here to read about last year’s Field Day: OARC Field Day 2025.
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/oarc-field-day-2026/
LOCATION:Scouts Canada National Office\, 1345 Baseline Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2C 0A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activity,Club Activity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Amateur Radio Club":MAILTO:contact@oarc.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260702
DTSTAMP:20260418T172939
CREATED:20251118T033145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T033145Z
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SUMMARY:RAC Canada Day Contest 2026
DESCRIPTION:RAC Canada Day Contest on Wednesday  July 1\, 2026 –  0000 UTC to 2359 UTC \nEach year on July 1st\, the anniversary of Canada’s Confederation\, Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) sponsors the RAC Canada Day Contest and Amateurs all over the world are invited to Canada’s Birthday Party on the air. \nRead more about the RAC Contest Rules for Canada Day 2025. (will be updated for 2026 when details are available)
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/rac-canada-day-contest-2026/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Activity,Club Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T172939
CREATED:20251031T181210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T160951Z
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SUMMARY:OARC Carp Hamfest 2026
DESCRIPTION:OARC Carp Hamfest is the region’s largest Amateur Radio flea market and trade show!\nLet’s break another attendance record in 2026! This event features most of the big ham radio retailers\, fellow hams selling radio goodies at unbelievable prices\, and major door prizes. This is the OARC’s annual flagship event! Below\, your will find more information as follows: \n\nReserve your vendor or exhibitor table\nWho will be there?\nHamfest Schedule – Saturday\, September 12\, 2026\nOther details (admission\, parking\, etc.)\nWrite your Amateur Radio exam on-site\nVolunteer to help out at OARC Carp Hamfest 2026\n\nReserve your vendor or exhibitor table\nIf you are commercial or private vendor\, don’t miss out on the opportunity to showcase your products and connect with amateur radio customers from across the National Capital Region. If you are an exhibitor (e.g.\, local amateur radio club or service organization)\, book a table to engage with potential new members and other audiences. Fee: Tables: $17 per 8-foot table (does NOT include admission fee) All tables are 8 feet long. That’s 33% more space than most hamfests! \n CLICK THIS LINK TO RESERVE YOUR TABLE\nWho will be there?\n\nTo give you the idea of who will be there\, here is a list of our 2025 commercial vendors. It will be replaced with the list of our 2026 vendors\, when they are confirmed. All of these commercial vendors generously donate our many fantastic door prizes! \n\nIcom Canada\nGerald Lemay Books\nHarold Macfarlane\nRetevis Canada\nRadio Communication Alexandria\nReliable Radio\nNetty Electronics\nRadioworld\nArt by Selina LED Signs\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nExhibitors and organizations include: Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC)\, Amateur Radio Emergency Service® (ARES®)\, West Carleton Disaster Relief\, Diefenbunker\, Quarter Century Wireless Association (QCWA)\, several regional Amateur Radio clubs\, and more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHamfest Schedule – Saturday\, September 12\, 2026\n\nCommercial vendor setup: 7:30 am\nPrivate vendor and exhibitor setup: 8:00 am \nOpen to public: 9:00 am – 12 noon\nTeardown after 12 noon.\n\nOther details (admission\, parking\, etc.)\nAdmission: $6 per person. Children 12 and under are free. Parking: FREE! Coffee and snack concession in the lobby area. \nWrite your Amateur Radio exam on-site\nWrite your Amateur Radio Operator Certificate exam at Hamfest under the supervision of an examiner accredited by Innovation\, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED). You don’t need to book ahead – you can just show up! You can also upgrade. If you are upgrading\, bring the 11-digit certificate number on your current Certificate to speed processing. \nVolunteer at Hamfest\nEd\, VE3WGO\, has been delivering Hamfest since 2007 and we’re all so grateful to Ed for his organization skills and boundless energy. We are also fortunate to have a small army of volunteers that help make Hamfest to run smoothly. Some volunteer roles include: \n\nVenue set-up – Friday\, September 11\, 2026 at a 2:00 pm – NOTE : This is setup for the infrastructure\, NOT for vendors.\nRoad sign set-up and take-down\nParking lot and tailgate relations\nVendor registration\nFront-door ticket seller\nInside vendor relations\nPhotographer\nTalk-in (on-air notice on local repeaters)\nAnnouncer\nOARC membership and extras table\nVenue tear down and clean up\n\n CLICK THIS LINK TO VOLUNTEER\n\nNeed more info?\nFor INFO ONLY contact Ed VE3WGO via hamfest@oarc.net
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/oarc-carp-hamfest-2026/
LOCATION:W. Erskine Johnston Arena\, 3832 Carp Road\, Carp\, Ontario\, K0A 1L0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Activity,Club Activity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Amateur Radio Club":MAILTO:contact@oarc.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T212951Z
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SUMMARY:OARC Radio in the Park (RITP) 2026
DESCRIPTION:Get involved with OARC Radio in the Park (RITP) 2026\nJoin fellow Club members\, along with your friends and family\, and set up portable Amateur Radio stations at Walter Baker Park in Kanata.  The activity runs from 9:00am to 1:00pm\, rain or shine. With a little help from local hams\, passers by can participate in “fox hunts” (using radio direction finding techniques to locate one or more radio transmitters hidden within a designated search area) and can “Get on the Air” under the supervision of a certified ham. \nCLICK HERE TO GET A FREE TICKET (this link will be active closer to the time) \nWe ask everyone to register in advance because this helps us to know how many people are coming and allows us to send you reminder closer to activity. \nParticipants should be self-sufficient. No food or drinks will be provided. Washrooms are available in the adjacent arena.
URL:https://oarc.net/activity/oarc-radio-in-the-park-ritp-2026/
LOCATION:Walter Baker Park\, 100 Charlie Rogers Place\, Stittsville\, ON\, K2V 1A2
CATEGORIES:Activity,Club Activity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Amateur Radio Club":MAILTO:contact@oarc.net
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