Vermilion Range Amateur Radio Club

Overview

The Vermilion Range Amateur Radio Club is a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to promoting amateur radio and providing community services. Based in Ely, Minnesota, the club serves the areas of Ely, Tower, Babbitt, and their surroundings.

Activities

The club is active in various aspects of amateur radio, including:

• RACES (Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service): Providing communication support during emergencies.
• ARES (Amateur Radio Emergency Service): Offering amateur radio resources for disaster communications.
• SKYWARN: Assisting in severe weather monitoring and reporting.
• APRS (Automatic Position Reporting System): Using GPS and amateur radio for tracking.
• DXing: Engaging in long-distance amateur radio contacts.
• Amateur Satellites: Utilizing satellites for amateur radio operations.
• Digital Modes: Exploring various digital communication modes.

The club also supports local events by providing communication services, such as the Wolf Track Classic sled dog race.

Affiliation and Recognition

The Vermilion Range Amateur Radio Club is affiliated with the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) and operates under the call sign K0VRC.

Mission

The organization aims to advance the amateur radio hobby through education and community service. By fostering a collaborative environment, it encourages new operators to participate in amateur radio activities, while enhancing the skills and knowledge of its members.