BI-WEEKLY Readiness Net
A bi-weekly, (twice a month), on the 2nd and 4th Mondays at 7:00pm, on the WFARC W5WFR 442.600, pl 131.8 repeater. We hope that everyone will at least check in to the net, and advise Net Control, "No traffic", if you do not want to remain, or be called later for any comments.WFARC Events Calendar
- Apr 24 5 PM | April Testing Event
- Apr 24 7 PM | Regular Club Meeting
- May 22 7 PM | Regular Club Meeting
- Jun 26 7 PM | Regular Club Meeting
- Jul 24 7 PM | Regular Club Meeting
The West Fork Amateur Radio Club is a group of individuals primarily located in Wise County and surrounding counties in North Central Texas interested in pursuing and advancing the hobby of Amateur Radio (HAM Radio).
Meetings are held monthly on the 4th Thursday of the Month @ 7:00 p.m.
Meeting Location
Paradise Fire Department
303 Main St Paradise, TX 76073
Repeater Information
- 146.780 - Decatur | W5KMC
- 442.600 - Decatur | W5WFR <-- used for our Readiness Net
- 444.400 - Springtown | W5KMC
- 927.1250 - Bridgeport | N5WEB
(All Repeaters 131.8pl)
Weather & Emergencies
Our members watch the weather! We support the Skywarn® storm spotter program by using their unique communications capabilities to share critical information between the NWS, the local emergency management officials and storm spotter networks.
- Skywarn®
- Amateur Radio Emergency Service® (ARES)
- Automatic Position Reporting System (APRS) Weather Stations
We have several repeaters in the area - so tune in and make a QSO (Contact). Our club meets regularly. We invite you to be our guest at one of our meetings.