Become a member of the Susquehanna Valley Amateur Radio Club
Joining the Susquehanna Valley Amateur Radio Club (SVARC) means becoming part of a local community that values learning, service, experimentation, and the simple enjoyment of radio.
Whether you’re a long-licensed operator, newly on the air, or just beginning to explore amateur radio, membership connects you with people who are willing to share knowledge, lend a hand, and help keep the hobby strong in our region.
Who can join?
Membership in SVARC is open to anyone with an interest in amateur radio.
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Licensed amateur radio operators at any experience level
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New hams looking for guidance and local support
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Students and young operators
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Radio enthusiasts who want to stay connected to the local amateur radio community
You don’t need to “know everything” to belong here. Curiosity and interest are more than enough.
Why become a member?
SVARC membership is about participation, not pressure. Members choose how involved they want to be.
As a member, you gain access to:
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A local network of experienced amateur radio operators
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Regular meetings, nets, and on-the-air activity
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Mentorship and informal help when you need it
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Opportunities to participate in public service, special events, and club projects
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A voice in the direction and activities of the club
Most importantly, you gain a community that understands radio because they actively use it.
Membership types & dues
SVARC keeps membership simple and affordable.
Annual Dues:
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Full Membership: $25 per year
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High School Students (through senior year): $5 per year
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Associate Membership: $5 per year
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Family Membership:
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One full membership
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Plus one half-price membership for each additional licensed adult living in the same household
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Dues help support club operations, repeaters, events, and outreach efforts.
How to join
Joining SVARC is straightforward:
Simply fill out the membership application online.
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- Download and complete a printed version of the Membership Application Form
- Bring the completed form to a club meeting or
- Mail it along with your annual dues (check payable to SVARC) to:
SVARC
P.O. Box 73
Hummels Wharf, PA 17831
Ready to get involved?
SVARC exists because people participate—not because they’re obligated, but because they want to.
If you’re ready to take the next step, becoming a member is one of the simplest ways to support amateur radio locally and stay connected to the community around it.
We’d be glad to have you.