The Volunteer Examiner (VE) team at N6IVC has continued strong for another year since its start in 2023. Thanks to the support of the IVC Police Department, W5YI License Services, and SANDARC VEC (aka the coolest VEC 😎), we have been able to offer free exams to all of our applicants,
Highlights of this semester's Club Day
Not literally, but Due to some operational issues that we need to sort out, the club is transitioning from the Law Enforcement Amateur Radio Network (LEARN). This change also includes the N6IVC Weekly Net, held every Tuesday at 8:00 PM Pacific time. Starting this Tuesday, July 8th, you can
Programming a handheld radio is often one of the first things new hams do after getting licensed. To help new operators program their first radio and to make sure the club's analog loaner handhelds all have the same channels, we are now providing a universal channel list. All
On March 7, 2025, N6IVC Advisor KO6CFZ, N6IVC President N6IRN, and Vice President KO6CFK gave a presentation at University High School on exploring wireless technology through Amateur Radio. Our club has long aimed to promote Amateur Radio in local high schools, and today’s presentation marks the beginning of a
The next county-wide peer-to-peer Winlink drill is scheduled for Saturday, March 8th, from 0900 to 1200 local time. The drill is intended for stations within the simplex range of Loma Ridge, either directly or through a relay station. This includes Amateur Radio operators in Orange County, South Los Angeles, and
Are you thinking about becoming an official member? It's easy! Irvine Valley College Students: Official membership is now open to any student currently enrolled in at least one class at Irvine Valley College. Click Here to Fill Out Our Membership Form (Students Only!!) Non-Students: If you're
As we begin the new year, I would like to take a moment to reflect on the remarkable contribution of our Volunteer Examiners (VE) team to the Amateur Radio community over the past year. Nearly a year ago, in November 2023, W6DS and I with remote support from the Ham