ARRL ROANOKE × AMATEUR RADIO

TOGETHER FOR THE AIRWAVES

We support organized Amateur ("ham") Radio across the Virginias and the Carolinas — building skills, serving our communities, and welcoming newcomers.

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WELCOME!

Welcome to the Roanoke Division of the American Radio Relay League, serving North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia.

Ham radio antenna on a rooftop Adriano, KV7D, tests an antenna that is bound for a ham radio club at an elementary school here in Roanoke Division country. (Credit photo: K3VSA)

Why Amateur Radio Still Matters

From disaster response to experimentation, ham radio plays a vital role in our communities. Explore licensing, operating, and how to join the fun.