VVARA
The Verde Valley Amateur Radio Association was formed in 1976. We are a ham radio club located in the Verde Valley and Prescott areas of north-central Arizona. The club owns and operates four amateur radio repeaters. Two are located on Porcupine
Mountain about 28 miles south of Sedona and 70 miles north of Phoenix. The other two are on Mingus Mountain which is midway between Cottonwood (Verde Valley) and Prescott.
The annual dues for club membership is $20. While membership is not required for use of the repeaters or attending monthly meetings, the dues help pay the cost of operation and maintenance of the repeaters and the cost
of our meeting locations.
The VVARA has been a 501(c)(3) organization since 1988! See below for more information on our club and how to become a member.
Contact Us
E-mail:
US Mail:
VVARA
DON SEARS, TREASURER
703 PARSLEY PLACE
PRESCOTT AZ 86305-3879
Meetings
VVARA General Monthly Membership Meeting Schedule
Most meetings are on Saturday at 1:00pm. Watch the home page for changes and updates.
Meetings in 2025:
January 18th: Prescott Golf Club, Dewey (Saturday 1:00pm)
February 15th: El Toreo Mexican Restaurant, Clarkdale (Saturday 1:00pm)
March 15th: Prescott Golf Club, Dewey (Saturday 1:00pm)
April 19th: Calavera Bar and Grill, Clarkdale (Saturday12:45pm)
May 17th: Calavera Bar and Grill, Clarkdale (Saturday12:45pm)
June 21th: TBD
June 28 & 29: ARRL Field Day (Watch the home page for updates.)
July: No Meeting
August: No Meeting
September 27th: TBD
October 25th: TBD
November 15th: Prescott Golf Club, Dewey (Saturday 1:00pm)
December 13th: Christmas Luncheon, Randall's Restaurant
747 S Main St.
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
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El Toreo Mexican Restaurant
1481 AZ-89A
Clarkdale, AZ 86324
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Prescott Golf Club
Redwoods Grill
1030 Prescott Country Club Blvd
Dewey, AZ 86327
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Minutes
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Minutes for Board Meetings
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Club Leadership
ELECTED OFFICERS - 2025
President, Bill Jean, KK7LGE
Vice-President, Toby Payne, K7ABP
Secretary, Tim Sullivan, AC7TB
Treasurer, Don Sears, N7PLL
Director at Large, Steve Pearson, KC7TIL (appointed)
VOLUNTEER / APPOINTED POSITIONS - 2025
Trustee for W7EI, Bob Thompson, KC8BOB
Membership Chair, Starla Thompson, KE7DTS
Technology Chair, Matt Dutton, N7YIO
Sunshine Administrator, Becky Gilbertson
Webmaster, Don Sears, N7PLL
VVARA Leadership History download PDF.
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Become a New Club Member
Membership is open to licensed amateurs and anyone interested in "ham radio".
Single or Family Membership Dues are $20 per year.
Fill out your membership application on-line.
or
Download a PDF application to print and mail.
Then send a check to the address on the application or bring a check or cash to a club meeting or use PayPal.
Renew Membership
Current members can renew simply by sending a check to the address at the top of this page or bring a check or cash to a club meeting or use PayPal.
Single or Family Membership Dues are $20 per year.
Make a Donation to the VVARA
The VVARA has been a 501(c)(3) organization since 1988! Our determination letter from the IRS can be viewed or downloaded from here. Your donations will help the
club maintain and improve our repeater sites. Thank you!
Click here to donate using PayPal:
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=G3NSTWFQDXJ46
Club Members
VVARA Membership PDF list:
pdf/VVARA_Roster_Website_2025-02-17.pdf
Organization Associations
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ARRL Arizona Section
ARRL Southwestern Division
Amateur Radio Council of Arizona
Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES)
Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (RACES)
By-Laws and Mission Statement
Download PDF of the VVARA By-Laws
VVARA MISSION STATEMENT
To Have Fun!
It shall be the Verde Valley Amateur Radio Associations mission to hold club meetings for the social, business, educational and promotional advancement of the Amateur Radio Service; further the exchange of
information about Amateur Radio and cooperation between members for the disbursement of general information, technical information and the promotion of all aspects of Amateur Radio for the organization and the
community at large.
To promote radio knowledge, fraternalism and individual operating efficiency, for the betterment of Amateur Radio.
To conduct programs and activities as to advance the general interest and welfare of Amateur Radio in the community.
To help prepare our members in being ready to assist the community with emergency communications using Amateur Radio.
To help make the advantages of Amateur Radio for emergency communications known to the community and agencies within our community.
To assist Federal, State, and Local agencies with emergency communications using Amateur Radio.
To operate and maintain amateur radio repeater station(s).
To promote social aspects of the Club - i.e., the Christmas party, Field Day, T-Hunts, Ham Fests, Lunch Bunch and any other social activities which may arise.
Club History
Download the PDF: A Brief History of the VVARA by Ernie K6XF
Download the PDF: History of VVARA Repeater Operation by Steve KC7TIL
Disclaimer
This website is hosted and maintained by the Verde Valley Amateur Radio Association (VVARA). This website provides information and links relating to amateur radio, club activities, severe weather and emergency
preparedness. VVARA makes no warranties or representations, either express or implied, with respect to the accuracy or completeness of the contents of this website. Information may be changed or updated without
notice and may contain technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. VVARA shall not be liable for damages of any kind arising out of or in connection with the use of these websites.
VVARA Non-Discrimination Policy
The Verde Valley Amateur Radio Association (VVARA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all individuals. In alignment with our mission to
promote amateur radio and communication, we believe in the inherent worth and dignity of every individual and strive to ensure that all people have equal access to participation in club activities, programs, and
leadership opportunities, regardless of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or socioeconomic status.
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