Author Archives: KC0KPV

Swap-it-sell-it-or-snag-it-Ham-Radio-Tailgate-Event-Sept-13th

📡🛠 Swap it, sell it, or snag it — Ham Radio Tailgate Sept 13th!

đź“» Ham Radio Tailgate Event – Hot Springs Amateur Radio Club đź“» Join us Saturday, September 13th starting at 9 AM at Centennial Park, 275 N Garden St, Hot Springs, SD — we’ll be there until we’re done! Here’s what’s waiting for you: 🔹 Deals on new & used ham radio gear 🔹 Bring your […]

Silent Key Notice: KD0UST – Remembering Chip Johnson

Silent Key Notice: KD0UST – Remembering Chip Johnson

It is with heavy hearts we share that our friend and fellow Ham Radio Operator, Chip Johnson (KD0UST), passed away on June 30, 2025. Chip, known online as anglicanfatherchip, served his community both as a devoted pastor and as an active member of the Hot Springs Amateur Radio Club. Over the past four years, Chip […]

Exciting News from the Hot Springs Amateur Radio Club

Hot Springs Amateur Radio Club official proclamation from Mayor Bob Nelson declaring June 23–29, 2025 as Amateur Radio Week in Hot Springs!

đź“» Exciting News from the Hot Springs Amateur Radio Club! 🎉 Last night, we were honored to receive an official proclamation from Mayor Bob Nelson, declaring June 23–29, 2025 as Amateur Radio Week in Hot Springs! 🙌 This recognition celebrates our club’s involvement in the ARRL Field Day, coming up June 28–29 at Butler Park. […]

A Huge Thank You to Dusty Pence

Stars, Stripes and Steps race in Hot Springs

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Dusty Pence, the organizer of the Stars, Stripes & Steps Stair Climb Race, for inviting the Hot Springs Amateur Radio Club to serve as route monitors this year! Six of us hams were positioned along the race route, helping relay communications and ensuring everything ran smoothly. We […]

Big News from Hot Springs

ARRL-Field-Day-2025-Flyer

📡🌟 Big News from Hot Springs! 🌟📡 The Hot Springs Amateur Radio Club is officially listed on the ARRL Field Day Map! 🎯 Come see us in action June 28–29 at Butler Park for a weekend of hands-on radio fun, emergency comms, and live contacts across the country! 🇺🇸🎙️ Whether you’re a licensed Ham or […]

Hot Springs Amateur Radio Club Celebrates Big Wins at Testing Session

Hot Springs Amateur Radio Club Test Session

The Hot Springs Amateur Radio Club proudly hosted a highly successful license exam session yesterday at the Hot Springs Library, and the results were nothing short of inspiring. Eight individuals passed their exams—earning their place in the world of amateur radio. One remarkable participant went above and beyond, passing all three exams—Technician, General, and Amateur […]

April Beginners Ham Radio Presentation-Another Strong Attendance

Beginners Ham Radio Presentation in April

âś… Another Strong Attendance! Our latest Beginners Ham Radio Presentation brought in 20 attendees eager to learn how ham radio plays a vital role in emergency communication and even contacts the International Space Station! Big thanks to our 3 amazing presenters who covered: Emergency Communications Ham Radio Simplex (radio-to-radio) Operation Different Modes of Ham Radio […]

Another Great Turnout for Our Beginners Ham Radio Presentation

Beginners Ham Radio Presentation

📡 Another Great Turnout for Our Beginner’s Ham Radio Presentation! 🎉 Hot Springs Amateur Radio Club (HSARC) hosted another successful Beginner’s Ham Radio Presentation as part of our Youth Incentive Program, drawing a total of 17 attendees, including 7 community members and 4 eager youth! Our presenters and club members shared their expertise, demonstrating the […]

SUCCESS! Our First Beginner’s Ham Radio Class Was a Hit

SUCCESS! Our First Beginner’s Ham Radio Class Was a Hit!

Last Tuesday night, we kicked off our Beginner’s Ham Radio Class as part of the Youth Incentive Program, and WOW—what an incredible evening! We had 28 enthusiastic attendees, eager to dive into the world of amateur radio and emergency communications. A huge THANK YOU to Melissa Fleming from Fall River County 911 Dispatch for delivering […]