HamJam 2025: Investing in the Future of Amateur Radio—Get Your Raffle Tickets Now!
HamJam 2025 is right around the corner! The North Fulton Amateur Radio League (NFARL) invites you to join us for our annual amateur radio gathering dedicated entirely to supporting the next generation of Hams. Our Mission: It’s All About Youth! At its core, HamJam is a youth investment initiative. The funds raised directly support the...Continue reading→
Invitation to Serve on the NFARL Executive and or Support Team
The North Fulton Amateur Radio League has a proud legacy as one of Georgia’s premier amateur radio clubs. Our successes over the years are the direct result of the dedication, passion, and skill of our members—many of whom have served tirelessly in Executive and Support roles and many behind the scenes volunteers. This year, more...Continue reading→
News and Updates
October Meeting: High Flying Ham Radio with Jack McElroy, KM4ZIA 🎈
Mark your calendars! The North Fulton Amateur Radio League (NFARL) is holding its monthly meeting, featuring our annual Board Member Elections followed by a captivating presentation on the intersection of ham radio and high-altitude flight. Meeting Details Date: Tuesday, October 21st, 2025 Time: 7:30 PM (Doors open at 7:00 PM) Location: Preston Ridge Community Center...Continue reading→
📡 NFARL is Heading to the Stone Mountain Ham Fest 2025! 📻
The North Fulton Amateur Radio League (NFARL) is excited to announce our participation in the upcoming Stone Mountain Ham Fest! We are proud to support this initiative and will be present with tables and activities. Come visit the NFARL area to check out our on-going activities, including a display of Code Practice Oscillators and the...Continue reading→
Kittredge School Radio Club Builds FM Radios! 📻
The Kittredge Magnet School Radio Club is continuing its strong engagement in ham radio and STEM activities, following the successful antenna setup earlier this semester. The club's momentum is growing, with a massive 47 students signed up this year! To meet this impressive demand and provide a new challenge, teacher Ms. Charamie DeMarco, W5FRM, has...Continue reading→
[Update]: Pinecrest Academy is Ready for ARISS!
We're so proud of the students at Pinecrest Academy! High school students Sam Ansley and Henry Schafer of the amateur radio club recently showcased their skills, making successful contacts at the ARRL Field Day. The entire school is now taking amateur radio to the next level with a special event: an ARISS (Amateur Radio on the...Continue reading→
🚨 URGENT CALL TO ACTION: FIGHT FOR YOUR AIRWAVES!
Act NOW to Pass H.R. 1094/S. 459 and Restore Antenna Rights! Fellow NFARL Members and Hams across the U.S., For far too long, restrictive Homeowners Associations (HOAs) have stripped licensed Amateur Radio Operators of their basic property rights, blocking the installation of antennas crucial for both our hobby and, more importantly, our vital role in...Continue reading→
HamClock: A great tool for your shack (meeting recap)
What a fantastic turnout for our August meeting! The room was buzzing, both in person and online, as our very own Dave (KO4USA) pulled back the curtain on one of the most powerful tools available to the modern ham: the HamClock. If you were there, you already know this was one for the books. And...Continue reading→
NFARL Mini-Hamfest Tuesday, Sept 16th Club Meeting
You don't want to miss this! Our 4th annual Mini Hamfest is back, and it's your chance to buy great radio gear at amazing prices. Whether you are a seasoned pro or just getting started, there's something for everyone-radios, accessories, and more! Last year was great, and this year's going to be even bigger. It's...Continue reading→
On the Air Again: Kittredge Radio Club Starts Strong with Antenna Upgrades and Record Enrollment
Kittredge Magnet School Radio Club is ready for a new school year! NFARL helped repair a damaged 40 meter End Fed Half Wave antenna. It was returned to full operation after taking off about 4 feet in length. (see the “before” photo, courtesy of Lee). We also installed a new outside 2 meter and 70...Continue reading→
Preparedness: From Theory to Practice
This article was submitted by Jeryl Matlock, KQ4EDV. She collaborates with TARS, the Tallahassee Amateur Radio Society, accessible via k4tlh.org. TARS is a community hub for amateur radio enthusiasts. Some people group emergency management hazards into three broad categories: natural, human-caused and technological. Others in emergency management use a paradigm from the field of economics, consisting of...Continue reading→
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Our hot new Code Practice Oscillator Kit. This is one of our favorite products – a kit of parts needed to build the Code Practice Oscillator (CPO) introduced at TechFest 2020. It was designed by NFARL members Jim, W4QO and Warren, KD4Z specifically for inexperienced kit builders. The kit is simple to build and the end product is fun to use. All parts needed to build the kit are included in your order.
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