Elmers

Experienced members happy to help you learn.

The amateur radio hobby has many activities and technologies to explore. Club members are enthusiastic to help other hams on their journey. The term "Elmer" dates back to a 1971 QST article describing a helpful, experienced operator who teaches newcomers. Below are the operating and technical areas where our experts will Elmer members.

Antennas

Rig Recommendations (HF/VHF/UHF)

QSO and Net Protocols

CW

Digital modes (FT8, RTTY, FLDigi)

Soldering

Portable operating (POTA, SOTA)

Amateur TV

DX

Contesting

Grounding and Bonding

HF Propagation

Repeaters and repeater building

Remote Station Building

Emergency Communications

Winlink

Telnet, Packet, VARA, SSTV

Satellite

VE Volunteer Examiner

Tech Exam Teacher

Radio Mapping

SHF, Microwave

Public Service Events