Welcome to Hillbilly Hams Amateur Radio Club
Hillbilly Hams Amateur Radio Club, a private hobby club was founded in the heart of Murphy, North Carolina, with a deep-rooted love for amateur radio. Our dedicated team of enthusiasts is committed to spreading the joy of global communications and fostering a sense of community among radio operators worldwide. With our experienced operators, we can help advise on obtaining your license, give you information on ham radio equipment, and help you to engage in on-air activities. We aim to inspire and connect individuals through the exciting world of amateur radio so that you can become an active member of the ham radio community.
We encourage operators to stay active in getting on the air whether it be in the field setting up a portable station or working stations out in the field from home. Supporting other operators is not only building their airtime experience but keeping your airtime alive and well and helping both operators gain confidence in their skills and abilities and training.
Some of the awesome things you can do with an amateur radio license and equipment. What do you think might be of interest to you?
Parks on the Air - POTA
Get hooked!
Parks on the Air commonly referred to as POTA has brought a new influx of amateur radio operators to the hobby. Whether you are hunting from the comfort of your home or operating as a park activator, a QSO with as much or as little conversation occurs between 2 or more individuals and logged into software for fun, awards, checking radio equipment, supporting other ham operators or gaining experience on the air.
DXpeditions
Embark on exciting DXpeditions with us and make contacts around the globe. Experience the thrill of long-distance communication!
There is nothing more thrilling than logging QSO's from fellow operators across the globe, highlighting how well your radio equipment is working, how propagation conditions are and how well your signal is being heard around the world no matter what mode of operation you are running.
Contests and Events
Compete in contests and special events to showcase your skills, experience and network with other radio enthusiasts. Whether you are interested in doing voice, digital or CW modes there are consistent running contests from US to Worldwide calendars for that very thing. Special Events that promote the hobby and different facets of amateur radio such as the Annual Winter and Summer Field Days, support your parks weekends for POTA, DX Contests, International Women's Day,
Memorial Events recognizing significant historical events worldwide or you can create your own special events to show support for something that has meaning to you. Join us for a fun and rewarding experience!
SKYWARN
Become certified through the National Weather Service as a weather spotter and be able to give real time weather reports to the NWS center for your designated area.
EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS
Become certified as an ARES operator via the ARRL and be able to assist in emergency communications and support when disaster strikes.
HAMFEST & CONVENTIONS
Enjoy going to hamfests and conventions if you are wanting to look at the latest or even older radio equipment and gear from premiere radio distributors and individuals/clubs. You can also do some hands on demostrations as well as license testing at most of these events held all over the world.
Morse Code or CW
Digital Modes (FT8/Ft4, RTTY, PSK, Olivia)
SSB or Voice Mode