📡 DSARC Antenna Build Day — Lightweight NVIS for EmComm
Join the Do Something Amateur Radio Club for a hands-on build day as we work together to create a lightweight, packable NVIS (Near Vertical Incidence Skywave) antenna designed for emergency communications. Whether you’re brand new or experienced, this is a great environment to learn by doing.
🗓️ Event Details
- 📅 Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026
- 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (1000–1400)
- 📍 Location: Latah County Emergency Management Building, 2370 N Polk Extension, Moscow, ID
🛠️ What We’re Building
We’ll be building a portable NVIS antenna ideal for:
- Local and regional HF communications
- Emergency communications (EmComm) scenarios
- Field deployments and portable operations
This antenna design is lightweight, packable, and easy to deploy in the field — perfect for go-kits, Field Day, and real-world response situations.
📍 Location
Latah County Emergency Management Building 2370 N Polk Extension, Moscow, ID 83843
Open in Google Maps🎒 What to Expect
- 👷 Hands-on building and learning
- 📡 Discussion on NVIS theory and use cases
- 🧪 Testing and tuning the antenna after the build
- 🎙️ Getting on the air (conditions permitting!)
💡 Bring Your Gear
This is also a great time to bring radios, batteries, and portable setups, ask questions, and experiment with others. Come ready to learn!
🎒 What to Bring
- 📻 Your handheld or mobile radio (if you have one)
- 🔋 Batteries or portable power
- 📝 Notebook & pen
- 💧 Water and snacks
📻 Fun Fact & Pro Tip
Fun Fact: NVIS antennas are commonly used by military and emergency services because they allow reliable regional communication without relying on repeaters or infrastructure.
Pro Tip: When setting up an NVIS antenna, height matters — typically 0.1–0.25 wavelength above ground gives the best high-angle radiation for local coverage.
📬 Questions & Contact
Questions? Reach out on Discord or via our contact page.
📰 More Details
Full announcement on our newsletter: DSARC Antenna Build Day — This Saturday!