
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.
Membership year begins
The 2021 membership year has begun. If you did not renew and wish to remain a member of the club you will need to reapply from the links on the other side of the page. Maintaining your membership not only supports the club in its activities, but also supports you in our hobby and gives you access to the many features of the GSARA.
Learn CW: GSARA class to start
The beginner CW class is getting popular. Already there are 9 students signed up and ready to go.
If you want to learn CW and have never done it before, now is a good time. The invitation with all the sign-in details are below. The class limit is 25 so please be sure to let Cy know at k2cys@arrl.net if you are interested in the class.
Field Day Planning Beginning
Although Field Day is on the last full weekend of June, the GSARA is beginning its planning for a who-know-kind of Field Day experience. How will COVID affect anything? Will we be outside? Inside? A combination of both? How will this work? These are all things we are beginning to plan and we will keep you full up to date.
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
New Propagator Online
The March 2021 Propagator is now available for download or reading online. You can retrieve it from the button below. You can read it online or, if you wish, download it as a .PDF file.
Welcome

Welcome to our new members:
Rob Brunner KB2RTI
VE Testing
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
Join GSARA or Renew
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.

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