Welcome to the GSARA
The Garden State Amateur Radio Association, Inc. (GSARA) is a ham radio club dedicated to advance the art, science and enjoyment of amateur radio. We have a very diverse group with varied interests. Some of us are interested in operating, some like different modes of communicating and some like building, repairing and restoring radio gear or that special something for the ham shack. We meet twice a month to share a program, meet old and new friends, share our latest ham radio conquests or achievements or simply ask a question.
We welcome new members to our club and encourage their participation in club activities. Supporting the club entitles you to use the radio shack on Saturdays (it is usually open), operate the remote station in the clubhouse, have a vote on the direction of the club and participate in all club events and make face-to-face connections with other hams. You are also welcome to all the meetings (online on Zoom for the moment) and having input into the programs and events that club holds. It is the best $20 ($25 for family membership) you will ever spend! Everyone is always welcome to any meeting.
Passing the Torch
One of the signature services offered by the Garden State Amateur Radio Association is the Volunteer Examiner (VE) testing program.
As such, GSARA is committed to carry on the tradition of providing initial licensing examinations for prospective new hams and upgrade examination opportunities for those already licensed. It is a tradition that has withstood the test of time.
GSARA administered its first VE Test session on October 13, 2012 at 11 am., the second Saturday of the month. The session was held at the Red Cross building in Tinton Falls and Kevin, W2FA, was one of the organizers. At this session one person passed the exam to obtain his Technician license.
Richard Bilon, N2RB
Subsequently, Richard Bilon, N3RB, was appointed to be the new liaison between the club and the ARRL and the first exam session under his leadership was conducted on August 17, 2013. Five persons passed their exams at this inaugural session. Since that time, Richard has been the liaison for 117 exam sessions, spanning almost eight years. This has been a great accomplishment for Richard, his team of VE examiners and for the Club as well. Please take a moment to thank Richard for all his hard work and dedication to the support of the ham radio community and for the Club. Later in the year, we plan a formal recognition for Richard’s contributions.
Roberto Mattos, AC2PD
Richard is passing the torch, effective with the next scheduled VE session, to Roberto Mattos, AC2PD, who has been Richard’s trusted Lieutenant for the past several years. Roberto is experienced and well skilled in the execution of VE examinations and will be an excellent ambassador for the Club and liaison to the ARRL. Roberto will be assisted by Marlo Montanaro, KA2IRQ, to lead the new team of VE examiners. Please join me in wishing them all the success as they carry on the GSARA tradition of excellence.
Field Day 2021 planning is in full swing. We will have a hybrid Field Day this year both in the field at Palaia Park and at home for those who do not want to be outside due to the pandemic or any other reason. We will aggregate our club scores again so that we can see how everyone in the club is doing. Be sure to plan the last full weekend of June for this wonderful event.
HERE IS THE SIGN UP FORM. FOLLOW THIS LINK AND MAKE PLANS FOR FIELD DAY 2021 WITH GSARA!
Passing the VE torch
One of the signature services offered by the Garden State Amateur Radio Association is the Volunteer Examiner (VE) testing program.
As such, GSARA is committed to carry on the tradition of providing initial licensing examinations for prospective new hams and upgrade examination opportunities for those already licensed. It is a tradition that has withstood the test of time.
GSARA administered its first VE Test session on October 13, 2012 at 11 am., the second Saturday of the month. The session was held at the Red Cross building in Tinton Falls and Kevin, W2FA, was one of the organizers. At this session one person passed the exam to acquire his Technician license.
Subsequently, Richard Bilon, N3RB, was appointed to be the new liaison between the club and the ARRL and the first exam session under his leadership was conducted on August 17, 2013. Five persons passed their exams at this inaugural session. Since that time, Richard has been the liaison for 117 exam sessions, spanning almost eight years. This has been a great accomplishment for Richard, his team of VE examiners and for the Club as well. Please take a moment to thank Richard for all his hard work and dedication to the support of the ham radio community and for the Club. Later in the year, we plan a formal recognition for Richard’s contributions.
Richard is passing the torch, effective with the next scheduled VE session, to Roberto Mattos, AC2PD, who has been Richard’s trusted Lieutenant for the past several years. Roberto is experienced and well skilled in the execution of VE examinations and will be an excellent ambassador for the Club and liaison to the ARRL. Roberto will be assisted by Marlo Montanaro, KA2IRQ, to lead the new team of VE examiners. Please join me in wishing them all the success as they carry on the GSARA tradition of excellence.
Meetings
During the COVID pandemic, all meetings will be on ZOOM. Watch your email for details or ask Denis, K2NPT at capt_calyx@comcast.net. When we are able, we will resume normal meetings. We invite you to become a member of the Jersey Shore’s most dynamic ham radio club.
Repeaters and Nodes
- W2GSA Repeater 147.045 + tone 67.0 hz – FM and C4FM (Fusion/WIRES-X – Room 43360)
- Echolink Node 562568
- APRS Beacon
W2GSAWinlink RMS Winmor Station W2GSA 40 meters 7.089 mhz
Welcome
Welcome to our new members:
Matt Coombs KD2VWG
VE Testing
If you are interested in getting your ham license, watch this page with GSARA updates into times and place.Swap Shop
Buy, sell or trade gear. Check the link below. Find that item you really need or sell the item you no longer need.
Meeting Minutes
For all the minutes of the past GSARA meetings, use the link below.
GSARA Swag
GSARA has branded shirts, light winter jackets and baseball caps that you can personalize with your name and callsign. The jackets are S-XL and are $60, 2-XL $62 and 3-XL $63. Caps are in blue or stone and are $21 and golf shirts in blue or stone are $25. Email Art Goldberg to order one today at agold42@gmail.com
THIS JUST IN: HOODIES ARE NOW AVAILABLE! USE THIS LINK TO GET DETAILS.
Join GSARA or Renew
Use the links below to join or renew your GSARA membership. Applications are reviewed and approved each month during the GSARA business meeting (which is the first meeting of the month).
Nets and Meeting
There are several nets that you are most welcome to join:
QRZ Your Picture?
If you wish, send Cy K2CYS your picture and callsign for the Members of GSARA page on the club website. Send your pic to k2cys@arrl.net
Using Fusion
To use our Fusion repeater, please look over the protocols and guidelines by pressing the button below for guidance:
Using the Remote System
The club’s IC7300 is connected online to RemoteHams and now available. Use the button below to read how to configure your station for use with the RemoteHams system.
Remote Hams
Connect with Discord
Join the GSARA Discord room and be a part of any number of rooms or discussions.
Contact Phil, N2EDX for your invitation to the GSARA Discord service
New Propagator Online
The May 2021 Propagator is now available for download or reading online. You can retrieve it from the button below.
