BARC club member Newlin, KJ5ERG, recently put his technical expertise to work by building the QRP Labs QMX mini transceiver for the 80M-20M bands. After winding the band‑specific coils and attaching the controls, Newlin performed careful soldering to ensure solid connections and reliable performance. The board was then tested with power to confirm everything worked […]
Our club had a great day at the Brownwood Regional Airport Fly‑In Fair, sharing the excitement of amateur radio with pilots, families, and community members. Between vintage aircraft, classic cars, and pleasant October weather, our information table drew curious visitors who wanted to learn how radio connects people across the world and supports local emergency […]
In June 2025, our club gathered for the annual ARRL Field Day, which is 24 hours of radio, fellowship, and hands‑on learning in the great outdoors. From setting up antennas to logging worldwide contacts, it was a celebration of skill, service, and camaraderie. Browse the photos to see our operators in action.
BARC members Jeff, W5IPR, and Lance, W9DAE, participated in Parks on the Air in March 2025 by activating Lake Brownwood State Park. Parks on the Air (POTA) is an international amateur radio program that encourages operators to take their radios outdoors and make contacts from national and state parks. The idea is to combine the […]