The South West Idaho Amateur Radio Club meets on the first Thursday of every month at Idaho Pizza Company in Meridian.
- Social Hour: 6:00 PM – Come early, grab a slice, and chat with fellow radio enthusiasts.
- Presentation: 7:00 PM – Settle in for an engaging talk on a ham radio–related topic.
If you can’t attend in person, our meetings are live streamed and recorded on YouTube so you can watch from anywhere, anytime.
What to Expect
Each month, one of our club members (or a special guest) gives a presentation on a topic related to amateur radio. Past presentations have covered:
- How repeaters work and how to use them
- Meteor scatter and other exciting propagation modes
- Building and tuning antennas
- Portable operations for Parks on the Air (POTA)
- Emergency communications and preparedness
If you have a passion, project, or skill you’d like to share, we’d love to have you present!
📧 Email us at SWIdahoARC@gmail.com to get on the schedule.
Who Can Attend?
Everyone is welcome—club member or not! Whether you’re a seasoned ham, just getting started, or simply curious about the hobby, you’ll find our meetings to be:
- Educational – Learn something new every month
- Hands-on – See live demonstrations and examples
- Social – Meet friendly people who share your interest in radio
So come on down, enjoy some good food, and spend an evening talking about all things ham radio. We look forward to seeing you there!
