Rhinelander Repeater Association, Inc

09/02/2026

Ever wanted to build and operate your own working satellite without the multi-million-dollar launch cost? 🛰️⚡

In this month’s FREE QST article preview, Mark Samis, KD2XS, introduces the CubeSatSim—a low-cost, open-source satellite simulator powered by solar panels and a Raspberry Pi that transmits real UHF telemetry right to your shack or classroom.

📖 Read the full FREE article here: tinyurl.com/mry8tcf6

08/30/2026

Central Wisconsin Hams now has a MeshCore channel!

Join for amateur-radio-related conversation throughout Central Wisconsin.

In the MeshCore app, go to Add Channel → Scan QR Code and scan the code below, or choose Join a Hashtag Channel and enter centralwihams.

Open to all area amateur radio operators — regardless of club affiliation.

08/27/2026

HEADS UP! Mark your calendars skygazers! A Total Lunar Eclipse will lead to a rare Blood Moon on Thursday night! 🌌🌗

08/27/2026

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For immediate releaseContact: [email protected] MADISON, Wis. — Every area of Wisconsin can face disasters, and it is important to have a planned response ...

08/27/2026

Get tickets online for Wisconsin ARES/RACES Conference 2026 here.

08/27/2026

08/26/2026

With a footprint less than a 4×8 sheet of plywood and using less power than the lightbulb in your refrigerator, reliable communication can be established to the Emergency Operations Center in Madison and across the Midwest region. When all else fails, there's Amateur Radio.

08/25/2026

Two 5.6 meter (18.4 feet) telescopic whips and a 4:1 balun equals one heck of a multiband dipole for 20 thru 6 meters.

08/19/2026

08/19/2026

The WSR-88D radar in La Crosse, WI (KARX) is having necessary work done to its protective dome between August 24-30. This work will take up to a week to complete and require the radar to be shut down while being performed. Please use one of the surrounding radars during this time. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.