A little history
On Nov. 24, 1958, 21 local hams ~ nearly half the town’s ham population at that time - held the first Scottsdale Amateur Radio Club meeting at the home of Harold Blaksley, K7ASK. Blaksley was later elected SARC’s first club president.
In Jan. 1962, the club incorporated as a 501c (3) organization and has been providing valuable educational and public services, in addition to plenty of fun and camaraderie for local amateurs, ever since. The club now boasts 100 members, including former Senator Barry Goldwater, K7UGA, now a silent key, Arizona’s most famous amateur radio operator and supporter.
A forum for fan and friendship
Licensed amateurs of all ages, and folks interested in learning more about amateur radio, find a comfortable mix of interests and activities when they attend SARC’s club meetings.
SARC meets at 7:00 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month at the Scottsdale Community Center, 1700 Granite Reef Road ( north of McDowell ) in Room 8.
Each month, the club conducts a friendly business meeting followed by refreshments and a special program. Program topics vary widely and range from technical forums to amateurs’ DXpedition adventures. As a member, you’re invited to share your special interests and ideas with others, too!
Lots to do! Find your niche
SARC members provide communications assistance at Valley marathons, bicycle races and many other sporting events. Some members teach licensing classes, administer VE exams, help members with RFI problems, sponsor or help with hamfests, and participate in local emergency communications exercises. Everyone’s welcome to join!
Each summer, members make a trip to northern Arizona to participate in Field Day — ARRL’s annual emergency preparedness “contest.” SARC has traditionally placed in the top three nationwide in its category! So if radiosport is in your blood, you’re invited.