# SPARK > W4QR ## Posts - [Hello world!](https://w4qr.org/?p=1): Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start writing! - [Hello World!](https://w4qr.org/?p=7): Welcome to WordPress! This is your first post. Edit or delete it to take the first step in your blogging journey. ## Pages - [Memorials](https://w4qr.org/?page_id=1161): Stuart (Stu) Flechner, N4STU (SK) LTC (USA, Ret.) Stuart Flechner was born May 10, 1941, in Brooklyn, NY, and later made his home in Hampton, VA, with his treasured wife and daughters. Stu was an Aeronautical Engineer with NASA Langley Research Center for over 35 years, contributing significantly to wind tunnel testing and research. Passionate about giving back, he volunteered his time and talents with many organizations, including CERT, CASA, Peninsula Reads, Neighborhood Watch, Temple Sinai Brotherhood, Amateur Radio, Virginia Air & Space Museum, and NARFE. His service lives on through his gift of anatomical donation. Though a quiet man, […] - [Field Day 2025](https://w4qr.org/?page_id=939): ARRL Field Day 2025 Field Day is always the fourth full weekend of June, beginning at 1800 UTC Saturday and running through 2059 UTC Sunday. Field Day 2025 is June 28-29. Bands: 160-, 80-, 40-, 20-,15- and 10-Meter HF bands, as well as all bands 50 MHz and above, Any mode supporting the Field Day exchange is allowed. Field Day 2025 was held at: Northampton Christian Church ******************************************** SPARK, PARK, NNACT, and HPT received recognition during Field Day 2025. Ahead of the event, WHRO’s General Assignment Reporter, Nick McNamara, reached out to express interest in attending and interviewing our members for an […] - [Events In the Area](https://w4qr.org/?page_id=924): 5 October – Crawlin’ Crab Half Marathon The Crawlin’ Crab Half Marathon shows off the best of Hampton, Virginia. All runners will make their way through historic Downtown Hampton and along the Hampton Roads Harbor before finishing near the Hampton Coliseum for a Post-Race Celebration. https://crawlincrabhalf.com/ ******************************************** 25 October – Trunk or Treat at the Northampton Christian Church https://www.facebook.com/NorthamptonFamily ******************************************** 1 November – 34th Annual Warrior Classic The 34th Annual Warrior Classic Marching Band Competition will be held November 1st at beautiful Darling Stadium in downtown Hampton, VA!  https://sites.google.com/hampton.k12.va.us/kecoughtanband/warrior-classic ******************************************** 8 November – Veterans Day Parade Parade From Phoebus to […] - [Resources](https://w4qr.org/?page_id=850): Links to YouTube Channels and more… DXCommander – YouTube David Casler Ask Dave – YouTube Ham Radio 2.0 – YouTube KB9VBR Antennas – YouTube HamRadioConcepts – YouTube AmateurLogic.TV – Ham Radio & Technology Ham Nation – YouTube HAM RADIO FREQUENCIES USED FOR NOAA WEATHER RADIO - [Feedback](https://w4qr.org/?page_id=717): Feedback is undeniably vital in any facet of life, be it personal growth, professional development, or the evolution of products and services. It serves as a compass, guiding individuals and organizations toward improvement and excellence. Constructive feedback offers valuable insights, helping individuals understand where improvements can be made. The importance of feedback cannot be overstated, as it is the catalyst for continuous improvement and success. Thank you for your feedback. Send all your feedback about our SPARK website to kc4flb@arrl.net - [Calendar](https://w4qr.org/?page_id=640) - [Why Membership](https://w4qr.org/?page_id=500): Joining the Southern Peninsula Amateur Radio Klub (SPARK) can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience for a variety of reasons. Whether you’re a seasoned ham radio operator or someone just starting to explore the world of amateur radio, SPARK offers numerous benefits and reasons to become a member: Community and Camaraderie: SPARK provides a sense of belonging to a community of like-minded individuals who share a passion for amateur radio. You’ll have the opportunity to make new friends, exchange ideas, and collaborate on projects with fellow enthusiasts. Learning and Skill Development: SPARK offers a wealth of knowledge and resources for […] - [Why Ham Radio?](https://w4qr.org/?page_id=493): Why Ham Radio? There lived a man named David. David was an ordinary individual with an extraordinary hobby that brought him immense joy and a sense of purpose – he was a ham radio operator. One sunny afternoon, David was sitting on his porch, tinkering with his radio equipment when his neighbor, Sarah, approached him with curiosity in her eyes. She had often seen him engrossed in his hobby but had never fully understood the allure of ham radio. “Hey, David,” Sarah began, “I’ve always wondered what you do with those radios. What’s the big deal about being a ham […] - [Ham Radio/Nets/Info](https://w4qr.org/?page_id=491): Ham radio, also known as amateur radio, is a hobby that allows individuals to communicate with each other using designated radio frequencies. There are many activities and functions you can perform within the realm of ham radio: Voice Communication (Phone): Ham radio operators can have conversations with each other using voice transmissions. This can be a casual chat or more structured conversations. Morse Code (CW): Many ham radio enthusiasts still use Morse code for communication. It’s a skill that has been a part of ham radio since its inception. Digital Modes: Hams can communicate using various digital modes, such as […] - [DIY](https://w4qr.org/?page_id=377): Power Distribution Build your own Power Distribution enclosure. The number and type of connections are your choice. Complete… Find, make, or buy the enclosure. This enclosure came from an old RF Attenuator. Mag Loop Tuner Variable capacitor connected to a linear motor, remotely controlled by a stepper controller. Complete… Mag loop, large loop, made from 6 awg solid copper wire. Small loop made from aluminum flat bar. Rotor setup on tower Draw out your plans with installation ideas and materials required to execute plan. Complete… Make your install match your plans. Mobile bike station Get your station installed on your […] - [Membership](https://w4qr.org/?page_id=333): Becoming a member of the Southern Peninsula Amateur Radio Klub (SPARK) is easy. All you have to do is complete the Membership Form, send it to the Treasurer with your dues. What does membership do for you? Well, two primary things: 1) It helps the club maintain key radio equipment and incorporate new amateur radio capabilities. 2) Membership allows you to vote on club issues. While anyone can attend club meetings, only members can vote on decisions presented before the club. Dues Payment Options Dues are currently $20 for an individual per year, or $30 for a family. There are […] - [Monthly Meeting](https://w4qr.org/?page_id=307): Our monthly SPARK meetings are a great place to get started in Amateur Radio. At these meetings you can meet local HAMs and learn more about Amateur Radio. In Amateur Radio everyone likes to talk about their rigs and share information – it’s a learning experience for all. You may even meet your “Elmer” (HAM mentor) to help you along. You don’t have to have your Amateur license to come when they occur in person. SPARK meetings are held every month on the first Tuesday. ***STARTING JANUARY 2026 THE SPARK MEETING IS MOVING*** The meetings start at 7:00 PM and […] - [Contact Us](https://w4qr.org/?page_id=170): Board Members President: Joanne, KK4YVZ 1st Vice President: Don, KJ4MZ 2nd Vice President: Rob, KE4JDY Treasurer: Tom, AE4TH Secretary: Robbie, KC4FLB Call Sign Trustee: Don, KJ4MZ Repeater Chairman: Don, KJ4MZ For General Information For any information about our SPARK group, please send us an e-mail. Someone will contact you soon. Be advised that this e-mail box is not continuously monitored. For the Webmaster To inform the web master about errors, omissions, or general comments about this web site please send e-mail to the Webmaster. Membership Information Membership information can be found here. If you are interested in becoming a member, see our […] - [Gallery](https://w4qr.org/?page_id=165): SPARK POTA Activation – US-3998 Ragged Island WMA – November 15, 2025. Don, KJ4MZ, organized a long-overdue Shack Day for the SPARK members, an event the club had not experienced in quite a long time. The chosen location was US-3998 Ragged Island Wildlife Management Area, an ideal setting for bringing everyone together again to enjoy portable operations and shared time on the air. The weather was excellent for a November day in Virginia: partly cloudy and 65 degrees, providing a perfect backdrop for outdoor radio work. Members arrived throughout the morning and quickly transformed the parking area into a temporary […] - [Our History](https://w4qr.org/?page_id=162): … of SPARK and the surrounding area. The Southern Peninsula Amateur Radio Klub (SPARK) has been in existence since the 1960s. Prior to SPARK local hams all belonged to PARC, the Peninsula Amateur Radio Club. As radio technology advanced some members of PARC wanted to venture into new territory for the group and begin using Single Side Band (SSB) and establish an HF station using SSB. Others in the group wanted to stay with AM. The SSB advocates split from PARC and created SPARK. In the earliest days of SPARK, the group met in a storage building behind the Holiday […] [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)