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Welcome to ICEMARC: Indiana County, PA

Indiana County Pennsylvania's home for amateur/ham radio

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Welcome to ICEMARC: Indiana County, PA Posted on July 30, 2025 by Jeffrey TobinJuly 30, 2025

WSJT-X: The Low-power Solution to World Domination No, WSJT-X is not a radio station for dirty old men. But for those who want to get down and dirty with radio equipment, WSJT-X is the answer for fast and easy QSOs … Continue reading →

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Welcome to ICEMARC: Indiana County, PA Posted on April 28, 2025 by Jeffrey TobinApril 28, 2025

Artificial Intelligence: Will You Keep Up with the Future? A new wave is cresting on the horizon of amateur radio: artificial intelligence (AI).What’s coming, what incredible benefits will it bring to this hobby, and why you’re going to love it! … Continue reading →

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Welcome to ICEMARC: Indiana County, PA Posted on April 12, 2025 by Jeffrey TobinApril 12, 2025

How You Must Prepare Yourself for Total Communication Failures “Preparedness isn’t just about equipment; it’s about people who know how to use it effectively when everything else fails”.Scott Roberts, KK4ECR ICEMARC remains a cornerstone of emergency communication in Indiana County … Continue reading →

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Welcome to ICEMARC: Indiana County, PA Posted on January 29, 2025 by Jeffrey TobinJanuary 29, 2025

Change Your Life In Just 500 Words.Ham Radio, Meet A.I. Whether it’s troubleshooting a stubborn rig, designing the perfect antenna, or deciphering propagation patterns, we’ve always relied on our wits and collective knowledge. But now, AI is offering us a … Continue reading →

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Welcome to ICEMARC: Indiana County, PA Posted on January 22, 2025 by Jeffrey TobinJanuary 22, 2025

Indiana County on Fire? Not on My Watch! Pacific Palisades and Indiana County. What do we have in common? Hopefully NOTHING. Ever. But that’s not how the world works. What can ham radio volunteers in Indiana County learn from the … Continue reading →

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Winter Propagation

Welcome to ICEMARC: Indiana County, PA Posted on January 7, 2025 by Jeffrey TobinJanuary 7, 2025

Winter vs. Summer UHF/VHF Propagation in Indiana County As the seasons change in here in Indiana County, so does the behavior of UHF and VHF radio signals. The winter months bring unique conditions that can significantly impact radio propagation, especially … Continue reading →

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Welcome to ICEMARC: Indiana County, PA Posted on November 10, 2024 by Jeffrey TobinJanuary 7, 2025

New Hams: YES! There is Free Equipment Out There You got your license. Or you haven’t. At least not yet. Either way, maybe you’re a bit short on cash or even questioning if this is the hobby for you. Fear … Continue reading →

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Welcome to ICEMARC: Indiana County, PA Posted on October 14, 2024 by Jeffrey TobinJanuary 7, 2025

Best Antenna for Field Deployment? You probably guessed that most people prefer the End-fed Half Wave antenna for quick and versatile deployment. But read on to fully understand why it’s a favorite. EFHW. King of Fast and Dependable Deployment The … Continue reading →

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Welcome to ICEMARC: Indiana County, PA Posted on October 1, 2024 by Jeffrey TobinJanuary 29, 2025

FT-8. WT-F? FT-8 has ruined ham radio. You see, legacy amateur radio has served the world for over 100 years. It’s analog. It’s easy. It’s person to person. It’s challenging, exciting, historic. For people who use FT-8, you might as … Continue reading →

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Welcome to ICEMARC: Indiana County, PA Posted on September 3, 2024 by Jeffrey TobinSeptember 3, 2024

Random Wire Antennas: A Versatile Tool for Emergency Communications Random wire antennas have long been a staple in the amateur radio community, particularly for those involved in emergency communications. These simple yet effective antennas offer a unique combination of versatility, … Continue reading →

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Downlink: 146.745
Negative offset of -0.600 MHz
PL tone of 131.8.
All amateur radio operators are welcome.
Monday night Net: 8:00 PM local time.


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    Weekly ARES Net: 8:00 pm - 8:30 pm


    WB3CGY Repeater

    Downlink: 146.745
    Negative offset of -0.600 MHz
    PL tone of 131.8.
    All amateur radio operators are welcome.

    Find the ARES Net List and ARES Net Preamble HERE

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  • ICEMARC Founding Anniversary

    Happening now!!

    ICEMARC Founding Anniversary: 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

    On this date, ICEMARC dissolved its relationship with ICARC and formed a new entity. Our mission is to promote the enjoyment of amateur radio, offer education, and provide a communications network for Indiana County, PA, and for the Indiana County Emergency Management Agency.

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    WPA VHF Net: 9:00 pm - 9:30 pm

    The first net is at 9:00 PM on 146.520 FM. When that net completes they start a net on 144.200 SSB.

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    Weekly ARES Net: 8:00 pm - 8:30 pm


    WB3CGY Repeater

    Downlink: 146.745
    Negative offset of -0.600 MHz
    PL tone of 131.8.
    All amateur radio operators are welcome.

    Find the ARES Net List and ARES Net Preamble HERE

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  • Fort Armstrong Club Monthly Breakfast

    Fort Armstrong Club Monthly Breakfast: 9:00 am - 10:00 am Cadet Restaurant, 13514 US-422, Kittanning, PA 16201, USA

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    Weekly ARES Net: 8:00 pm - 8:30 pm


    WB3CGY Repeater

    Downlink: 146.745
    Negative offset of -0.600 MHz
    PL tone of 131.8.
    All amateur radio operators are welcome.

    Find the ARES Net List and ARES Net Preamble HERE

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  • ICEMARC Dine @ Five!

    ICEMARC Dine @ Five!: 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm

    Join us at Perkins, 1871 Oakland Ave. Indiana, PA. at 4:45 PM to relax and enjoy a quick meal before the ICEMARC 3rd Tuesday monthly gathering that starts at 6:00 PM at the EMA. 85 Haven Drive, Indiana, PA.

  • ICEMARC 3rd Tuesday Monthly Gathering

    ICEMARC 3rd Tuesday Monthly Gathering: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 85 Haven Dr, Indiana, PA 15701, USA

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    Weekly ARES Net: 8:00 pm - 8:30 pm


    WB3CGY Repeater

    Downlink: 146.745
    Negative offset of -0.600 MHz
    PL tone of 131.8.
    All amateur radio operators are welcome.

    Find the ARES Net List and ARES Net Preamble HERE

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    Weekly ARES Net: 8:00 pm - 8:30 pm


    WB3CGY Repeater

    Downlink: 146.745
    Negative offset of -0.600 MHz
    PL tone of 131.8.
    All amateur radio operators are welcome.

    Find the ARES Net List and ARES Net Preamble HERE

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