Another year is coming to an end, and the members of FARA got together to celebrate another successful year. We had a pot luck buffet, with lots of good food and conversation for all. We look forward to continuing our friendships, service, and growing a bit more in 2025. Thanks to all who made FARA …
(Ed note): Field Day, which was held June 22 through June 23, this year starred record heat topping out at 100° with the low only being 79° at 6 AM Sunday. This did not deter the members of FARA from persevering and putting forth a full category 4A effort. This year we have a brand …
Our Member Bri, KO4NLR, was a presenter at this year’s Hamcation in Orlando, FL, February 9-11. She gave her presentation during the Youth forum and her topic was “4H Clubs and Ham Radio for Kids”. Bri, with the help of her father Nic, KY4OP, created a 4H Amateur Radio club for the youth in Fauquier …
“CQ Field Day, CQ Field Day!” WFDA Winter Field Day took place from January 27 through January 28 and for the first time, FARA members got together at C. M. Crockett Park in Midland, VA to participate as a club. Similar to ARRL Field Day in June, this event allows ham radio operators to practice …
FARA has been having what we call Roving Club Stations. The idea is for experienced members to demonstrate their setup and techniques to less experienced or interested members. Andy, K1RA, created and has been spearheading this program. This time Ric, KN4FTT, volunteered to show off his portable operating setup this time. The following text was …
The members and their families for our end of year holiday celebration. Attendance was good and the conversation warm. It is one event we get to see the families and get to know them. Below is a small slide show and a couple of videos of it. Part of Club President Allen, KO4NMC, introduction and …
Every year the when the Halloween season comes around, the Fauquier Trails Coalition sponsors the Great Pumpkin Ride in the southern half of Fauquier County. Approximately 1,200 cyclists from across the area participate in the fun event which has routes of 24, 49 and 64 miles for each level of ability. The members of FARA …
