Hello MGRC Members We are entering June, and that means it’s time for Field Day! Our festivities will take place on June 27th and 28th. The event will be hosted in Corcoran, MN, thanks to the generosity of club member Ray Ehrlich, KØRAE. More specific details regarding schedule, setup, and directions will be shared throughout the…
Hello fellow club members With May approaching, we face an increased risk of severe spring weather. Our SKYWARN spotters are our first line of defense, providing essential “boots on the ground” reports that Doppler radar may miss. Please ensure your mobile rigs and handhelds are programmed with local weather nets. During severe weather nets,…
Hello Everyone Welcome to April! As the spring foliage returns and the airwaves buzz with new energy, we find ourselves in the heart of the “Year of the Club”. It is a fantastic time to be involved in amateur radio, and this month, we have several opportunities to demonstrate why our hobby remains more…
Dear Fellow Members Welcome to March! As the winter frost begins to thaw and the days grow longer, it is time to shake off the rust, shake out our antennas, and truly embrace 2026 as the ARRL Year of the Club. The message from headquarters is clear: Be Radio Active. This year is our invitation…
Hello fellow club members, As we head into February, I am reminded that the best part of our hobby isn’t just the gear—it’s the people behind the mic. This month, I challenge every member to do one thing outside of their comfort zone. Whether it’s making your first FT8 contact, trying a new digital mode,…
Hello Everyone My name is Scott Henley, KFØFFE. Most of you probably have no idea who I am. So, I would like to introduce myself a little. I got my license through MGRC during COVID. At the time it was the only way I knew of to do both classes and testing completely online. I…
I hope everyone had a good Thanksgiving, it is a great time to reflect and look back on years past and be grateful for where we are today. We are starting to settle into a new meeting place and it was wonderful to get everyone back together last month in person, the food is excellent…
President’s Message November 2025 The time has come! We are back to meeting in person at the American Legion this month. I want to take a minute to thank Craig and Erika for getting us back on the schedule as we get into the swing of things. Thanks to both the Legion as well as…
August is going to be a big month so I want to say thank you in advance for all the hard work everyone is going to put in. We need to pack up the shack at the American Legion and get all the antennas down for the big move. Work will be from August 15th-21st.…
It’s that time of year again. The tech class is firing up February 5th and runs from 18:30 to 21:15 on zoom. If you know anyone who is interested in ham radio please let them know about the class. We are also looking for more instructors so please don’t hesitate to reach out. The slides…