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St Joseph County Amateur Radio Club
SJCARC is dedicated to amateur radio and emergency communications, where knowledge, events, and support come together to empower members and enhance public safety.
Connecting Communities Through Amateur Radio and Emergency Support
The St Joseph County Amateur Radio Club is dedicated to fostering amateur radio skills while supporting emergency communications as part of the ARRL ARES Indiana Section 2 Amateur Radio Emergency Service . We aim to unite ham radio enthusiasts and serve our community with reliable communication services during critical situations.
Connecting St Joseph County Through Amateur Radio
Discover upcoming gatherings and opportunities to connect, learn, and support emergency communication efforts in our community. We operate on the K9DEW repeater based out of Mishawka, Indiana. A special thank you to Dewy, K9DEW, for the generous use of this repeater, which is the tallest mounted amature antenna in St Joseph County. The repeater is at 147.330 with a Tsql of 131.8
Elkhart East Ham Fest
June 28, 2025
SJCARC will have a table at the Elkhart East Ham Fest! The 2025 Elkhart East Hamfest will be held on August 2, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM EDT. Location: located near Exit 96 (Elkhart East exit) of the Indiana Toll Road (I-80/90) on County Road 17, on the same campus as the Manufactured Housing/Recreational Vehicle (MH/RV) Hall of Fame and Museum.
Information Meeting
Monday, July 21, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.
Come join an information meeting being held at the July RACES monthly meeting at the River Park branch of the St Joseph County Public Library. The address is 2022 E Mishawaka Ave, South Bend, IN 46615.
Weekly Net
K9DEW Repeater starting Monday, July 28th @ 7:00 p.m.
We will have our first weekly net on the K9DEW repleater 147.33000 with a 131.8/131.8 (tsql). We will start with a call of our active roster and then welcome any visitors who wish to check in.
Join the St Joseph County Amateur Radio Community
Connect with fellow radio enthusiasts, stay informed on upcoming events, and discover how amateur radio supports emergency communications in our community. Sign up today to get involved and stay connected. You can join the St Joseph County ARES/SJARC by clicking the apply here button. Please email the completed form to info@sjcar.club or you can mail to:
SJARC
Attn: Todd Lemons
PO Box 63
Notre Dame, IN 46556
Connecting Our Community Through Amateur Radio
Explore our club’s activities, events, and emergency communication support.
Community Events
Join us for engaging gatherings that celebrate amateur radio and fellowship.
Emergency Support
Providing reliable communication assistance during local emergencies and disasters.
Educational Workshops
Hands-on training sessions to enhance your radio skills and knowledge.
Technical Resources
Access guides and tools to support your amateur radio projects and operations.
Empowering St Joseph County with Amateur Radio
Reach out to the St Joseph County Amateur Radio Club here.