Category: Clubs

What’s Wrong With Amateur Radio Clubs in 2026

June 29, 2026

Amateur radio sits at the intersection of electronics, software, emergency communications, and pure experimentation. So why do so many local clubs feel like they’re actively working to drive newcomers away?
Weekly Nets Are Stuck in the Past, and They’re Not Preparing Anyone for SHTF

June 12, 2026

Most weekly nets have become a comfortable check-in ritual that teaches nothing and tests nothing. Here’s why that’s a problem for preparedness-minded hams.
Building a Better Net: What I’d Do Differently If I Ran One

June 11, 2026

Weekly nets are one of the oldest traditions in this hobby, and also one of the easiest to run on autopilot. Here is what I would actually change if I were the one running mine.
How to Find (and Vet) a Ham Radio Club Worth Joining

May 19, 2026

Not every club is worth your dues or your Saturday mornings. Here is what separates a club that actually helps you grow from one that is just going through the motions.

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What’s Wrong With Amateur Radio Clubs in 2026