2026
Content / Activities / Resources
Below is a sneak preview of upcoming meetings and events for 2026
General Membership Meetings are held on the
First Wednesday of every month @ 1900 Hours
Pfeiffer Community Center
301 Blue Bell Road (Main Street and Blue Bell Road)
Williamstown, NJ 08094
GPS Heading : 39.682622°, -74.993315°
Simulcast Live Via ZOOM
ZOOM Meeting ID : 982 4039 1944, Passcode : 091084
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New ZOOM Guidelines For General Membership Meetings
To enhance the experience for everyone attending the General Meeting, whether in person or via Zoom, the Board of Directors has established some guidelines for Zoom participants. These guidelines are designed to ensure that everyone can focus on the meeting while also allowing Zoom participants to interact before the meeting starts.
Here are the guidelines:
Please adhere to these guidelines to ensure a smooth and enjoyable meeting experience for everyone. Following these protocols will help us maintain an inclusive and focused environment for both in-person and remote attendees. Thank you for your cooperation!
Here are the guidelines:
- Before the Meeting :
- Zoom participants are welcome to keep their cameras and microphones on to chat among themselves before the meeting begins. During this time, the Zoom audio will not be broadcast to the general audience, and local audio will not be connected to the Zoom meeting.
- During the Meeting :
- Just before the Pledge of Allegiance, a reminder will be posted for Zoom participants to mute their microphones and turn off their cameras. This ensures that all Zoom participants will see the meeting camera instead of another Zoom participant's camera. Participants in the room never see the cameras of the Zoom participants.
- Zoom participants can use the "raise your hand" button to ask questions or make comments at appropriate times during the meeting. The Zoom operator will notify the moderator, who will recognize the comment or question at the right time.
- After the Business Meeting :
- The Zoom audio will be muted immediately after the business meeting concludes to prevent any disruptions to the in-person audience from the PA speakers.
Please adhere to these guidelines to ensure a smooth and enjoyable meeting experience for everyone. Following these protocols will help us maintain an inclusive and focused environment for both in-person and remote attendees. Thank you for your cooperation!
Wednesday, January 07, 2026 @ 1900 Hours
General Membership Meeting
ZOOM Meeting ID : 982 4039 1944; Passcode : 091084
Join ZOOM Meeting Link :
https://zoom.us/j/98240391944?pwd=svvsv2aEYs4rGTob2mbZwnJboDY2In.1
Meeting Program :
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This month’s program features Kevin Zembower KC3KZ, who recently retired at 62 and will present a practical case study on designing and deploying a cost effective, rapidly deployable amateur radio station. He will explain the choices and tradeoffs required to meet a modest budget and describe the hands on work of building and installing antennas on a compact Baltimore city lot.
What you will learn :
Intended audience :
In addition to exploring the construction of a modern HF station, the overview of the current state of microcomputer-based control functionality should be impressive.
I hope to see you there.
What you will learn :
- Station planning : Criteria used to select transceivers, power options, and essential accessories.
- Antenna challenges and solutions : The process and obstacles of installing an HF dipole in a constrained urban yard, plus descriptions of other antennas built and erected.
- Buying guidance : Practical advice for purchasing new and used equipment, including priorities and common pitfalls.
- Software and operating tools : Programs and utilities useful for logging, propagation analysis, and station control.
Intended audience :
- New or returning amateur radio operators seeking a cost effective HF setup.
- Retirees interested in a straightforward, practical approach to getting on the air.
- Club members and technical volunteers who advise others on small lot installations.
In addition to exploring the construction of a modern HF station, the overview of the current state of microcomputer-based control functionality should be impressive.
I hope to see you there.
January 10, 2026 @ 0900 Hours
Tech Saturday Forum
W2MMD Clubhouse
Happy 11th Anniversary!
Forum Topic : SDR Overview
Q & A Session About All Things Ham Radio and Socializing
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
Wednesday, February 04, 2026 @ 1900 Hours
General Membership Meeting
ZOOM Meeting ID : 982 4039 1944; Passcode : 091084
Join ZOOM Meeting Link :
https://zoom.us/j/98240391944?pwd=svvsv2aEYs4rGTob2mbZwnJboDY2In.1
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Meeting Program :
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February 07, 2026 @ 0900 Hours
Tech Saturday Forum
W2MMD Clubhouse
Forum Topic : Digital Radio Deep Dive
Packet - WSJT Modes - FLDigi - Meshtastic
Q & A Session About All Things Ham Radio and Socializing
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
Wednesday, March 04, 2026 @ 1900 Hours
General Membership Meeting
ZOOM Meeting ID : 982 4039 1944; Passcode : 091084
Join ZOOM Meeting Link :
https://zoom.us/j/98240391944?pwd=svvsv2aEYs4rGTob2mbZwnJboDY2In.1
Meeting Program :
J Robert Sherwood NC0B :
Receiver Performance
March 07, 2026 @ 0900 Hours
Tech Saturday Forum
W2MMD Clubhouse
Forum Topic : Digital Radio Deep Dive
Packet - WSJT Modes - FLDigi - Meshtastic
Q & A Session About All Things Ham Radio and Socializing
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
Deadline To Renew Your Club Membership
Dues Is Monday, March 31, 2026
Dues Is Monday, March 31, 2026
Wednesday, April 01, 2026 @ 1900 Hours
General Membership Meeting
ZOOM Meeting ID : 982 4039 1944; Passcode : 091084
Join ZOOM Meeting Link :
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Meeting Program :
April 04, 2026 @ 0900 Hours
Tech Saturday Forum
W2MMD Clubhouse
Forum Topic :
Q & A Session About All Things Ham Radio and Socializing
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
Wednesday, May 06, 2026 @ 1900 Hours
General Membership Meeting
ZOOM Meeting ID : 982 4039 1944; Passcode : 091084
Join ZOOM Meeting Link :
https://zoom.us/j/98240391944?pwd=svvsv2aEYs4rGTob2mbZwnJboDY2In.1
Meeting Program :
May 09, 2026 @ 0900 Hours
Tech Saturday Forum
W2MMD Clubhouse
Forum Topic :
Q & A Session About All Things Ham Radio and Socializing
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
Wednesday, June 03, 2026 @ 1900 Hours
General Membership Meeting
ZOOM Meeting ID : 982 4039 1944; Passcode : 091084
Join ZOOM Meeting Link :
https://zoom.us/j/98240391944?pwd=svvsv2aEYs4rGTob2mbZwnJboDY2In.1
Meeting Program :
June 06, 2026 @ 0900 Hours
Tech Saturday Forum
W2MMD Clubhouse
Forum Topic :
Q & A Session About All Things Ham Radio and Socializing
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
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ARRL Field Day
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Wednesday, July 01, 2026 @ 1900 Hours
General Membership Meeting
ZOOM Meeting ID : 982 4039 1944; Passcode : 091084
Join ZOOM Meeting Link :
https://zoom.us/j/98240391944?pwd=svvsv2aEYs4rGTob2mbZwnJboDY2In.1
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2026 Field Day Review
July 11, 2026 @ 0900 Hours
Tech Saturday Forum
W2MMD Clubhouse
Forum Topic :
Q & A Session About All Things Ham Radio and Socializing
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
Wednesday, August 05, 2026 @ 1900 Hours
General Membership Meeting
ZOOM Meeting ID : 982 4039 1944; Passcode : 091084
Join ZOOM Meeting Link :
https://zoom.us/j/98240391944?pwd=svvsv2aEYs4rGTob2mbZwnJboDY2In.1
Meeting Program :
2026 Hamfest Preview
2026 Hamfest Volunteer Sign-Ups
August 08, 2026 @ 0900 Hours
Tech Saturday Forum
W2MMD Clubhouse
Forum Topic :
Q & A Session About All Things Ham Radio and Socializing
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
Sunday, August 30, 2026
8th Annual ARRL Southern New Jersey Section Convention
48th Annual GCARC Hamfest
Presented By The Gloucester County Amateur Radio Club
Wednesday, September 02, 2026 @ 1900 Hours
General Membership Meeting
ZOOM Meeting ID : 982 4039 1944; Passcode : 091084
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https://zoom.us/j/98240391944?pwd=svvsv2aEYs4rGTob2mbZwnJboDY2In.1
Meeting Program :
2026 Hamfest Review
September 05, 2026 @ 0900 Hours
Tech Saturday Forum
W2MMD Clubhouse
Forum Topic :
Q & A Session About All Things Ham Radio and Socializing
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
Wednesday, October 07, 2026 @ 1900 Hours
General Membership Meeting
ZOOM Meeting ID : 982 4039 1944; Passcode : 091084
Join ZOOM Meeting Link :
https://zoom.us/j/98240391944?pwd=svvsv2aEYs4rGTob2mbZwnJboDY2In.1
Meeting Program :
Submission of nominees for the 2027 Club Officer Elections
October 10, 2026 @ 0900 Hours
Tech Saturday Forum
W2MMD Clubhouse
Forum Topic :
Q & A Session About All Things Ham Radio and Socializing
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
Wednesday, November 04, 2026 @ 1900 Hours
General Membership Meeting
ZOOM Meeting ID : 982 4039 1944; Passcode : 091084
Join ZOOM Meeting Link :
https://zoom.us/j/98240391944?pwd=svvsv2aEYs4rGTob2mbZwnJboDY2In.1
Meeting Program :
Final submission of nominees for the 2027
Club Officer Elections
November 07, 2026 @ 0900 Hours
Tech Saturday Forum
W2MMD Clubhouse
Forum Topic :
Q & A Session About All Things Ham Radio and Socializing
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
Wednesday, December 02, 2026 @ 1900 Hours
General Membership Meeting
ZOOM Meeting ID : 982 4039 1944; Passcode : 091084
Join ZOOM Meeting Link :
https://zoom.us/j/98240391944?pwd=svvsv2aEYs4rGTob2mbZwnJboDY2In.1
Meeting Program :
Election of 2026 Club Officers
December 05, 2026 @ 0900 Hours
Tech Saturday Forum
W2MMD Clubhouse
Forum Topic :
Q & A Session About All Things Ham Radio and Socializing
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation
The HF Station Will Be Available For Local Operation