Get involved in providing radio-communications support for the annual CN Cycle for CHEO. Amateur 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.
Join us this month for a feature presentation on the Amazing Hex Beam! 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.
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)…
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…
Get involved in providing radio-communications support to the Rideau Lakes Cycle Tour 2026! Amateur Radio operators are needed at fixed and mobile stations for one or both days of this two-day community event.
Notice is hereby given that the 2026 OARC AGM will be held on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 6:45 PM at 1345 Baseline Road or online. All are welcome but only members in good standing can vote. Review 2025 accomplishments, look ahead at 2026 plans, and elect 2026 Directors.
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…
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. CLICK…
RAC Canada Day Contest on Wednesday July 1, 2026 - 0000 UTC to 2359 UTC Each year on July 1st, the anniversary of Canada’s Confederation, Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC)…
OARC Carp Hamfest is the region’s largest Amateur Radio flea market and trade show! Let's break another attendance record in 2026! This event features most of the big ham radio…