Metrocrest Amateur Radio Society
Events
September 20, 2026
The Metrocrest Amateur Radio Society is an active radio club. We have many activities throughout the year related to a variety of ham radio interests.
Hams & Eggs
About 8:30 AM CT every Saturday morning, dedicated radio enthusiasts gather at our beloved Whataburger at PGBT and Old Denton for breakfast and camaraderie. All Hams or Want-to-Be-Hams are invited to drop by.
Next Regular Meeting
Thursday, October 8, 2026 • 7:00 PM CT
David Eddleman, K5RNL, will join us to talk about “Linux in the Hamshack.” This will be a hybrid in-person/Zoom meeting. You will receive the invitation if you are subscribed to our Newsletter.
Radio Play Day
Radio Play Days are the third Saturday of the month.
Our next Play Day is Saturday, October 17, 2026. • 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
We’ll be in the Environmental Room in the back.
Plans are to build the Performer Vertical Antenna kit, but you can bring anything you want with which to “Play.”
Amateur Testing
Saturday, October 17, 2026. • 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM CT
Allan Batteiger, WB5QNG, will have an in-person test session. Allan continues remote testing on Tuesdays. Please visit https://wb5qng.org/ to learn how to sign up.
Upcoming events
ARRL Contest Calendar
ARRL Special Events
Belton HamEXPO
October 2–3, 2026
For complete information visit https://tarc.org/hamexpo-schedule/ or just tap the logo.
Texoma Hamarama
October 24, 2026
For complete information visit https://hamarama.org/ or just tap the logo.
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