W4AVA

Arlington Radio Public Service Club


** The 146.625 MHz W4AVA repeater is off line for maintenance. Net operations may use the 448.625 repeater (input -5 MHz, tone 107.2 Hz). On Jan. 22 the RACES Net will meet on 146.625 SIMPLEX (no offset).

Welcome to the Arlington Radio Public Service Club website. Our activities include making cheerful contacts on the ham bands, expanding our technical expertise, and serving the community. Providing Auxiliary Communication to Arlington County VA Emergency Management is our primary purpose, through our FCC-authorized Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (RACES) repeaters, nets, and drills. Join us on the air for fun and service.

Will Doggette K3SRF, ARPSC President

  • Arlington County RACES Net

    Wednesdays at 9 p.m. W4AVA repeater, 146.625 MHz (input -600 Hz) tone 107.2. All Amateur Radio operators are welcome to participate in the net. **Please note that the 146.625 MHz W4AVA repeater is off line for maintenance. On Jan. 22 the RACES Net will meet on 146.625 SIMPLEX (no offset).

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