The June 2026 newsletter is now available from https://caara.net/newnewsletters/2026/jun26.pdf.
It has come to the time of the month where we ask and invite everyone to create and submit ham radio related content to the clubs monthly newsletter. Each month we can use reviews of amateur radio equipment as well as write ups and photos of your ham radio activities. We can use photos of you radio shacks and antenna systems as well. So if you have anything please submit them to our newsletter editor Jon Cunningham K1TP at ,jpcrockport@gmail.com before the end of may so it can be in the next newsletter and a thanks goes out in advance to all those who contribute. 73,Dean Burgess KB1PGH
To all Amateur Radio Clubs:
The ARRL has officially declared 2026 the Year of the Club, and we’re answering that call with a brand‑new on‑the‑air event built specifically to energize your members and put your club front and center.
Introducing the Club QSO Party — the operating event designed FOR clubs, BY clubs.
Other than Field Day, there are very few true club‑focused operating activities. That changes now!
Your club’s station will operate using your call sign plus your club’s age — for example: K2AA/110 — instantly showcasing your club’s history and identity every time you hit the air.
Why your club will love this event
This is truly an all‑inclusive event. If it gets RF (or even VoIP) out into the world, it counts.
Event Dates - June 20th 00:00 UTC through June 21st 23:59 UTC
How to participate
Your mission:
Rally your members. Activate your club station. Show the amateur radio community who you are.
Full rules and details: https://www.clubqsoparty.org Questions? Email info@clubqsoparty.org
[via Ken K2WB]
This is a reminder for the 6 meter Gloucester Fishnet, a simplex net held on 50.2 MHz Upper Side Band (USB) meeting tonight, Thursday, May 7th at 7:30pm.
I will serve as Net Control and look forward to hearing everyone on the air. Whether you are a regular or looking to test out your 6m setup, please feel free to check in and participate in the discussion.
If you have any questions regarding the net or technical setup, don't hesitate to reach out.
CAARA is launching an exciting new initiative designed to get our newly licensed HAMs on the air and to encourage unlicensed enthusiasts to join our hobby. To ensure the success of this program, we are forming the "CAARA Elmer Corp," and I am writing to personally ask for your support.
We are looking for experienced operators who are willing to share their knowledge and passion. As an Elmer, you will play a vital role in mentoring newcomers, offering technical guidance, and helping them build the confidence needed to navigate the airwaves. Whether you can offer a few hours a month or provide more consistent guidance, your contribution will be invaluable to the future of our community and will help us strengthen the amateur radio hobby at large.
If you are interested in joining the CAARA Elmer Corp or have any questions about the program, please direct your inquiries to info@caara.net. We are also interested in knowing if you already have a mentoring relationship with a current member. I want to know for sure who is already in it to win it!
Thank you for your continued dedication to our club and for helping us support the next generation of HAMs and CAARA members.
The CAARA race support team will be at the Barns and Blooms Half Marathon this Saturaday, May 9. We are still looking for one more volunteer; if you are interested in getting involved, you can reach us via email to races@caara.net. See the race support page for more information.
The May 2026 edition of the newsletter is now available.
You can find this and other editions of the newsletter in our newsletter section.
We will be open and back in business tomorrow, Wednesday, for the regular 10-12 coffee and donuts ragchew session at the club. The parking lot is open but please use kitchen door to enter the club. You will get a chance to see the handicap project first hand, hope to see you there.
The New England QSO Party on May 2nd and 3rh is a great time to check out antenna systems and offers a moderately paced opportunity to work new states and countries. You'll find a wide variety of participants, from newcomers to experienced contesters, all interested in making contacts with New England stations.
Our goal is to get every one of the counties in New England on the air so we hope you will encourage your members to join in the fun! Even if you can only join the fun for a couple of hours, we'd appreciate it! Will you be QRV? Let us know with a message to info@neqp.org.
The New England QSO Party is 20 hours long overall, in two sections with a civilized break for sleep on Saturday night. It runs from 4 pm Saturday until 1 am Sunday, then 9 am Sunday until 8 pm Sunday. Operate on CW, SSB and/or digital modes (not FT-4/8) on 80-40-20-15-10 meters. For each QSO you'll give your callsign, a signal report and your county/state. Top scorers can earn a plaque and everyone who sends in a log with 25 valid QSOs or more will get a certificate. The goal is to work stations anywhere in the world - and their goal is to work New England stations, so you'll be very popular!
I am writing to solicit your participation this Monday, March 30th, at 12:30 PM for a demonstration to the members of the Gloucester Council on Aging at the Rose Baker Senior Center in Downtown Gloucester.
Thomas, AA1TS, and myself will be providing a live demo and speaking with their members about how to get involved with ham radio. We would greatly appreciate any CAARA members who are available that afternoon to participate by monitoring or using the W1GLO 2m repeater. Additionally, those within line of sight of downtown Gloucester with 10m or 20m operating capabilities are encouraged to listen out for activity that can aid our demonstration.
Thank you to all the members who have already signed up to attend in person. Hopefully, we will add some new members to our club as a result of this outreach.