Panama City ARC Spring Tailgate, April 12th, 2025

Panama City ARC Spring Tailgate, April 12th

                                

Attention Ham Radio Operators:         

I'd like to remind you about the Panama City Amateur Radio Club's Spring Tailgate coming up on Saturday, April 12th from 9am till 1pm. Ham's are invited to setup their rigs to showcase to the public what amateur radio is all about. The Bay County ARES group will be participating in a statewide emergency test (S.E.T.) on site.

There's old and semi-new electronic equipment for sale inside the club house. Plus, if you have equipment you'd like to sell or trade, bring it on down and display it on your vehicles tailgate or set up a table. We've notified all the radio clubs in the panhandle and expecting many buyers. You may just go home with money in your pocket or that piece of radio gear for your ham shack.

Lunch will be served around noon. So come on out, meet some new ham friends and share some radio stories with the newbies.

Talk-in Frequency: W4RYZ Repeater, 145.210MHz PL 100Hz

130 N. Church Ave.

Panama City, Florida 32401

73's

Roy Burkett KM4ROF

    

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 Panama City Amateur Radio Club Spring Tailgate

Join the Panama City Amateur Radio Club for their spring tailgate on April 12^th, 2025. This event is a fantastic opportunity for amateur radio enthusiasts to connect, exchange equipment, and enjoy a day of ham radio fun in a casual tailgate setting.

Event Details:

Date: April 12^th, 2025

Location: 130 N. Church Avenue, Panama City, Florida 32401-4900 Event Hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

General Admission: Free! Donations accepted.

Talk-in Frequency: W4RYZ Repeater, 145.210MHz PL 100Hz.

Activities and Features:

Equipment Sales: Lots of gear for sale inside the clubhouse.

Tailgate Style Selling: Bring your own items to sell or trade from your vehicle. Field Operations: We encourage amateur radio operators to setup their rigs and demonstrate getting on the air. Give the visiting public an idea about what amateur radio has to offer the community.

Networking Opportunities: Meet fellow amateur radio enthusiasts and share experiences and knowledge.

License Exams: License exams will be available for new hams or upgrades. Bring your ID, $14 exam fee, and your FRN number. Contact Gary Bills, AJ4KY.

Raffles and Prizes: Participate in raffles and win exciting door prizes.

Food and Refreshments: Our chefs will be grilling hamburgers and hotdogs. Served with chips/snacks and a drink. Lunch at 12 noon.

Join us at the Panama City Amateur Radio Club for a day of community, learning, and trading. Whether you’re a seasoned amateur radio operator or new to the hobby, this event offers something for everyone. Mark your calendars for April 12^th, 2025, and come to this exciting event. See you there!

Contact Information:

Roy Burkett KM4ROF

Email: km4rof@gmail.com

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