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Parker Radio Association

Parker Radio Association

The Parker Radio Association is a group of amateur radio enthusiasts local to the Parker, Colorado area. Our Club Callsign is KØPRA.

Another amazing presentation underway by Peter-KC0DGM on WWII radio systems. We’re so thankful for members like Peter that share their time and talent to produce treasures for our Club! #hamradio ... See MoreSee Less
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This past week, at our monthly Elmer Night, PRA members had the opportunity to build QRP wire antennas. Thanks to Brad, AB4BA, our members were supported through antenna basics, soldering, and winding toroids. Many other members of the Elmer Team were on hand to support the builders and support them in the build of their new antennas. #HamRadio #getontheair ... See MoreSee Less
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Did you know the PRA has an Emmy Award winner amongst its members that also holds more patents then most of us have in our DXCC count? Oh yeah, he’s also really into deep space exploration!We’re fortunate to have an amazing #hamradio ambassador like Bill, WT0DX, that participates and shares his time and talent to produce so many treasures for the greater amateur radio community. ... See MoreSee Less
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Kicking off the New Year right with a great presentation underway on NVIS antennas/fundamentals and EmComm Plans. Thanks to Paul-AC5S and Scott-NA0MT for their time and talents in helping us learn and implement these great elements in #HamRadio ... See MoreSee Less
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