BARA

BARA is an organization dedicated to all aspects of amateur radio, including communications technology, emergency communication, electronics (hobby,   experimentation, robotics, etc.) and community service. BARA dates to at least 1915, by which
time its predecessor the Binghamton Progressive Radio Association had
formed.

BARA meetings are held at Kopernik Observatory and Science Center on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7 PM. Everyone is welcome!

Membership is open to anyone interested in radio and electronics technology.

The Binghamton Amateur Radio Association, Inc. is an ARRL-affiliated club.

Helpful Information: https://qsl.net/n/ne2w//info/

Upcoming Events

June 14, 2025

  • Cortland Hamfest & Technology Fair

    June 14, 2025  7:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Cortland County Fairgrounds, 4301 Fairgrounds Dr, Cortland, NY

    Hosted by the Skyline Amateur Radio Club. Admission is $6.00 per person, with children under 12 admitted free. The outdoor flea market is free with admission and offers a wide range of equipment, components, and electronics for sale and trade. For those seeking indoor space, there are 25 indoor flea market spaces available for $10.00 per 10-foot length, offered on a first-come, first-served basis; participants should bring their own tables, and electricity is available. Amateur Radio Licensing exams will be available beginning at 9:00 AM, administered by the Liverpool Amateur Repeater Club. Pre-registration is encouraged, though walk-ins are welcome. Talk-in available on the K2IWR repeater at 147.180 MHz (+600) with a PL tone 71.9 Hz. For more information or to register for VE testing, visit skylinehamradioclub.org

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June 15, 2025

  • VHF FM Activity Day

    June 15, 2025  12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    This is an effort to get newer hams on the air when the VHF bands will be active! You can contact others in the ARRL VHF contest and check on how well your equipment and antennas are working. Even by just listening you can see what you can hear. This activity day coincides with Sunday of the ARRL VHF contest.
    For more information; https://qsl.net/bara/facts/2025/activity.htm

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June 18, 2025

  • BARA Monthly Club Meeting

    June 18, 2025  7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
    Kopernik Observatory Science, 698 Underwood Rd, Vestal, NY

    Please note that this month our Volunteer Exam (VE) Test Session for Amateur Radio Licenses
    will be held at Noon on Saturday during Field Day instead of prior to our monthly club meeting.  Everyone is welcome to attend as BARA meetings are open to all. The only prerequisite for attending is an interest in Amateur Radio. In addition, you will have the opportunity to meet other ham radio operators in your area and learn from their experiences as well. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge, make new friends, and celebrate the world of Ham Radio. We can’t wait to see you there. Can’t attend in person? Join us virtually via Zoom! Click here to Join the Zoom Meeting. 

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June 21, 2025

  • Alan Jones Vestal XX

    June 21, 2025  7:30 am - 11:00 am
    Vestal Senior Center, 201 Main St., Vestal, NY

    Ford AB2HS is looking for help with radio communications. You will need to arrive on-site between 7:30 and 8 AM as the run starts promptly at 8 AM. If you are interested, please contact Ford AB2HS on the 146.865/ .820 repeaters.

    The Vestal XX Run, a 20-kilometer road race over the hills inVestal, NY, was renamed to honor Alan Jones, the former president of the Triple Cities Runners Club (TCRC) and a former race director. This event, now calledthe Alan Jones Vestal XX, celebrates his contributions to the running communityand marks the 53rd edition of the race in 2025. It's recognized as the oldestroad race in the Southern Tier, with roots back to the 1930s. 

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June 26, 2025

  • Doug's Fish Fry Fundraiser

    June 26, 2025  11:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Tractor Supply Co., 154 Vestal Pkwy W, Vestal, NY

    Benefit for the Vestal Fire Department Company #2
    https://qsl.net/bara/dougs/
    Call ahead orders before 4:00 pm
    607-753-9184 extension 2

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June 28, 2025
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July 6, 2025

  • Murgas ARC Hamfest near Wilkes-Barre, PA

    July 6, 2025  8:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Polish American Veterans, 2 South Oak Street, Plains, PA

    The annual Murgas ARC Hamfest and Compuerfest is hosted by the Murgas Amateur Radio Club (K3YTL). Admission is $9.00 per person, with children under 16 and XYLs admitted free. Each paid admission includes one free tailgate space per vehicle, with additional tailgate spaces available for $5.00 each. Tailgate setup begins at 6:00 AM, and gates open to the public at 8:00 AM. Talk-In available on the K3YTL repeater at 146.610 MHz (-600), with a PL tone of 82.5 Hz. For more information, please visit: murgasarc.org/hamfest.htm

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July 12, 2025

  • Roger's RAGS Hamfest near Syracuse, NY

    July 12, 2025  7:30 am - 12:30 pm
    Camillus Elks Lodge #2367, 6117 Newport Rd, Camillus, NY

    Hosted by the Radio Amateurs of Greater Syracuse. Admission is $5.00 per person, with a group discount of five tickets for $20.00. Tailgate spaces are available at $5.00 per vehicle, and indoor vendor tables can be reserved for $8.00 each. Tickets and vendor spaces can be secured at the gate or in advance through the RAGS website. The hamfest features a variety of vendors offering radio equipment, components, and electronics. Attendees can enjoy breakfast and lunch served indoors, creating a welcoming environment for networking and exploration. Amateur Radio Licensing exams will be conducted at 9:00 AM by the ARRL Volunteer Examiner (VE) team. Talk-in on the K2ILO repeater at 146.910 MHz (-600) with a PL tone of 103.5 Hz. For more information or to reserve vendor spaces, please visit ragsclub.org/ham-fest/ or contact Jeryl Wright, NK2C, at 315-727-2762 or via email at wrightjk@gmail.com  

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