Powhatan Area Radio Club
Where the FUN Begins
About Us
The Powhatan Area Radio Club (PARC) is a community of amateur radio operators established in 2017. The club offers both fun and educational opportunities for its members, with a commitment to helping both seasoned and new operators enjoy Amateur Radio. The "Ham-Breakfast" is a monthly gathering held at the County Seat restaurant at 8:00 AM on the third Saturday of every month, except in December. We would love to see you there!
PARC Repeater
VHF Voice
147.315+ 74.4
Modes: FM Fusion, WIRES-X
UHF Voice
443.350+
Mode: DMR
Digital
145.730 Packet
What's Next at PARC?
PARC
Fellowship Breakfast
Sat, 10/24
8 AM – 9AM
County Seat Restaurant
& Gathering Place
3883 Old Buckingham Rd
Powhatan, VA
Coffee, Breakfast, and
Conversation
Everyone is Welcome
PARC
Workshop
Sat, 10/24
9 AM–Noon
Fighting Creek Park,
Large Shelter
2200 Mann Road
Powhatan, VA 23139
Topic:
Introduction to Fox Hunting
Tom – KB4PIX
Open to the Public
ARRL License Exam
First Saturday of the Month
Oct 3
Nov 7
Check-In
10 AM–12 PM.
Walk-ins Welcome
Stay until everyone finishes.
What to Bring
Valid ID
FCC FRN
Testing Fee: $12 adults
Youth 18 & Under $5
Cash (preferred) or Check
Location
Gospel Light Baptist Church
2109 Anderson Hwy
Powhatan, VA 23139
New or Upgraded Hams
PARC waives
the annual joining fee
Save the Date
AllStarLink 3 Workshop
Saturday, Nov. 21 | 9 AM to Noon
Powhatan Library
Learn about AllStarLink 3 or participate in a hands-on node setup.
To configure a node you must:
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Hold at least a Technician Class Amateur Radio License.
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Be registered with AllStarLink and have your assigned ASL node number.
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Bring a Windows, macOS, or Linux computer.
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We will install the latest Raspberry Pi Imager if needed.
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If you prefer not to install software, we can work around it.
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Your computer must have a USB-A port.
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If it only has USB-C, bring a USB-C to USB-A adapter.
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Bring one microSD card, 8 GB minimum.
RSVP only if you plan to configure a node. This helps us prepare enough equipment.
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Email: kn4va@outlook.com
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Sign-up deadline: End of the PARC meeting on Oct. 20, 2026.
Powhatan ARES SET
Saturday, October 10
8:30 AM–Noon (ish)
What to Bring
Mobile Radio (preferred) or HT
Clipboard
SET Location
Huguenot Volunteer Fire Department, Company 2
1959 Urbine Rd., Powhatan, VA
(Behind Habitat for Humanity)
Staging: Main parking lot
Mission
Practice emergency communications, deployment, message handling, and teamwork under simulated emergency conditions.
Observers Welcome
Visitors & non-ARES members are welcome to observe.Check in with exercise staff
and avoid active operations.
Radio traffic may be simulated.
Powhatan’s MSU:
Partnership in Action
The Powhatan County Mobile Support Unit (MSU) is a deployable communications center that supports emergency operations, field response, and backup communications. Powhatan Emergency Management Coordinator Tom Berry supported the rebuild with materials and resources, while PARC and Powhatan ARES MSU team volunteers provided hands-on labor and technical expertise. After severe water damage and mold left the interior unusable, the MSU team rebuilt the unit and returned it to service. This photo album documents the rebuild and the people who made it possible.
