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Ham Radio Operator's Breakfast

Posted Tue, 07/21/2026 - 11:11am by admin

And another HAM breakfast is just around the corner.

DATE: always the 2nd Friday of each month
TIME: 9:00 am PT official time, some are a little hungrier and show up earlier
LOCATION: CG Public House, 9221 W Clearwater Ave A, Kennewick, WA 99336

Any HAM Operator (and their wives, etc.), or prospective HAM Operators are welcome to enjoy good food and great company. No club membership or affiliation required - anyone is welcome.

Next Tri-Cities Amateur Radio Club Meeting

Posted Tue, 03/10/2026 - 12:27pm by admin

The next Tri-Cities Amateur Radio Club meeting will be held on August 3, 2026 7:00pm at:
Confluent Makerspace
285 Williams Blvd
Richland, WA 99354

Agenda includes planning for upcoming events, club repeater maintenance & antenna restorations, license testing and club projects.

Confluent, a 501(c)3 non-profit makerspace next to Uptown in Richland that has been open since February 6th, 2016, has agreed to our use of their facility for our ham club monthly meetings. The club radio equipment/station and antennas have been stored until a location for a permanent club station can be found.

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Morning Social Net

Posted Mon, 03/02/2026 - 8:13am by Richard Bogert
146.64 morining social net

You’re missing out! The morning social net on 146.64 (W7AZ) is a real gem. It’s not your typical net. We talk about science, archaeology, business, pop culture, music, etc. You name it, we talk about it. We meet at 7:30 AM every day. Fire up your VHF and join in. You do not need to be a member of the Tri-City Amateur Radio Club to participate.
146.64, Negative Offset, Tone 100HZ

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Coffee and Donuts at the Spudnut Shop in Richland

Posted Thu, 02/26/2026 - 3:22pm by Richard Bogert

New to the Area? Come to Coffee and Donuts with a bunch of other hams 1st Saturday morning every month at the Spudnut Shop, in Richland (228 Williams Blvd, #3410, Uptown Shopping Center). It starts around 7:30 and the RAG CHEW could go on for a hour or two. If you can't make it, tune into the morning social net on 146.64Mhz (Neg. offset and tone of 100hz) at 7:30am. Ed W6OLA will be net control. Hope to see you there.

Tri-Cities Amateur Radio Club & Spout Springs Repeater Assn Winter Field Day 2026

Posted Sat, 02/21/2026 - 1:33pm by admin

A good time was had by all in the 2026 Winter Field Day event hosted by the Tri Cities Amateur Radio Club and the Spout Springs Repeater Association!
We had a large crown Saturday for the SSRA Chili Cookoff!
We also had many operators cycle through the 2 stations across both days.
Thank you to all who participated and made this a truly fun endeavor!
WFD Summary Sheet
Start Date : 2026-01-24
CallSign Used : W7AZ
Operator(s) : W7AZ
Operator Category : MULTI-OP
Band : ALL
Power : LOW
Mode : MIXED

Amateur Radio License Testing

Posted Sun, 02/08/2026 - 3:40am by Mike Tesky KC7CCK

There will be in person, no computers amateur radio license testing on Sept. 20, 2026 in Kennewick WA. Preregistration is required by Sept 18th. First time testers must go to the FCC Web site and apply for and receive a FRN number which you must bring with you to test. Upgrading, you must bring a copy of your current License which we must send in with the rest of your paperwork. Test fee is $15 cash or check made out to the ARRL. Questions or to register contact Mike at 509-783-6236

2026 Tri-Cities ARRL Amateur Radio License Testing

Posted Sat, 02/07/2026 - 11:25am by Mike Tesky KC7CCK

ARRL-based in-person (not online computer) Amateur Radio Testing (Volunteer Examiner Testing) for the Tri-Cities area is held every other month. Pre-registration before Thursday prior to the testing date is required. Call Mike Tesky (509 783-6236) to pre-register. The test location will be the Boy Scout office, 8478 W Gage Blvd, Kennewick, WA on Sundays at 1 pm. Any updates to particular testing dates and locations will be listed on this website, Tri-Cities Amateur Radio Operators Facebook page, and when you call to pre-register. The ARRL charges a test fee of $15. Please be prepared with EXACT cash, as no change will be provided. A check payable to the ARRL will also serve as payment, for a cash-less transaction.

Dates

  • Jan 18
  • March 15
  • May 17
  • July 19
  • Sept 20
  • Nov 15

More Info Contact Testing Coordinator Mike Tesky:
Phone(509) 783-6236 or Email kc7cck@arrl.net

David Langford WB7DTM SK

Posted Fri, 02/06/2026 - 11:35am by admin

David Langford WB7DTM became a SK on 12 February 2026 in Richland, WA.
He was born on November 16, 1953 in Richland and lived there for 65 years.
David graduated in 1972 from Richland's Columbia High School.
He was a retired software engineer. His father, james Langford WB7DTO also of Richland, passed in December 2025.

Einan's at Sunset in Richland is in charge of arrangements.

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Station equipment for sale W7AJ & KG7NH

Posted Wed, 01/28/2026 - 12:37pm by W6OLA

Double Click on the File Attachment sheets below for PDF list of Station Equipment For Sale

Time remaining: 82%
23/10/2028 (2 years)

Tom Houck- KD7CDC NOW SILENT KEY

Posted Tue, 01/20/2026 - 12:52pm by admin

Long time Tri-Cities amateur radio operator Tom Houck KD7CDC suffered a life ending heart attack at home Tuesday, January 20, 2026. He was a great friend and active ham radio enthusiast. Please keepTom's wife Mckenzie Houck KI7LZO and their children in your prayers.

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