Welcome to the Sioux Empire Amateur Radio Club (SEARC) website. SEARC is a diverse group of amateur radio operators (Hams) that are interested in learning, collaborating and promoting the hobby, sport and service of amateur radio in the Sioux Falls, South Dakota metropolitan area and southeast South Dakota. SEARC is an ARRL affiliated club.
We hope you find this website to be a valuable tool and resource for members and non-members alike. Please provide your feedback, comments and suggestions. You may also follow our activities on QRZ.com or Like us on Facebook. Both Hams and non-Hams are encouraged to participate in our club, nets and club activities. All are welcome!
73’s & Best regards, Sioux Empire Amateur Radio Club Membership
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The Sioux Empire Amateur Radio Club is pleased to announce that we will be holding our annual swap meet on Saturday, July 19th from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. We will be returning to Westminster Presbyterian Church located at 3801 E. 26th St., Sioux Falls, SD. Share the flyer in the community, at your most recent meeting or to provide to anyone who would be interested!... See MoreSee Less
The Sioux Empire Amateur Radio Club is pleased to announce that we will be holding our annual swap meet on Saturday, July 19th from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. We will be returning to Westminster Presby....
Spring is upon us and it’s time for some fox hunting! SEARC will be having our first session of 2025 next Saturday, April 26th, 2025. This session is a training session, so the location of the fox is known. This is a great opportunity to check out your equipment, antenna and procedures.The fox will be active from 1000 - 1200 CDT on Saturday from Legacy Park on 12th St., east of Sertoma. The frequency will be 146.575 MHz FM. For questions contact Rick (NX0Z) through Discord or via QRZ. Thanks to RIck for putting this session together! ... See MoreSee Less
We’re looking for a new net control operator for the Tuesday night SEARC Net on the W0ZWY Repeater (146.895 MHz) at 6:45 P.M. CT. This is a great opportunity to gain experience as a net control operator or net manager. Pick up a week, month or more. If you’re interested or have any questions, please reach out to Adam Zimmel (W0ZML) or message us! ... See MoreSee Less
The Sioux Empire Amateur Radio Club (SEARC) is excited to announce the date for our annual swap meet! The meet will be held on July 19th at the Westminster Presbyterian Church - 3801 E 26th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57103. Keep an eye on our website and Facebook page as more details are released! We look forward to seeing everyone on July 19th!... See MoreSee Less
The Sioux Empire Amateur Radio Club (SEARC) is excited to announce the date for our annual swap meet! The meet will be held on July 19th at the Westminster Presbyterian Church – 3801 E 26th S...
Congratulations to our 2025 Officers and Board Memebers!Officers:President: Adam Zimmel (WØZML)Vice President: Byron Olson (WØWB)Secretary: Will Gravning (KEØZ)Treasurer: Christine Bower (NØPEJ)Board Members:Matt Holden (KØBBC)Steve Kittelsrud (KBØWSV)Jonathan Fick (KEØYBL)Vince Nesheim (KCØMBB) ... See MoreSee Less
Thank you to the US National Weather Service Sioux Falls South Dakota for hosting SEARC for SkyWarn Recognition Day 2024! We were able to make a number of contacts with NWS offices across the nation and had a great tour and discussions with NWS staff. Looking forward to next year! ... See MoreSee Less
The Maple Grove Radio Club (K0LTC) is holding an online technician licensing class starting in February. See the club's website for more information! Great opportunity to get your start in amateur radio. ... See MoreSee Less
The Technician class license is the entry-level license of choice for most new ham radio operators. To earn the Technician license requires passing one examination totaling 35 questions on radio theor...
The Hurricane Watch Net will be starting operations later today on 20m and 40m. Please keep these frequencies clear for reports / emergency responses. You can get more information on the incoming hurricane Milton from the HWN Activation Plans.... See MoreSee Less
The Hurricane Watch Net, Amateur Radio Serving the National Hurricane Center and Mankind Since 1965. The HWN provides up to date tropical weather information for the Atlantic and Eastern Pacific. Subs...
Upcoming Hamfest! Saturday, September 7, 2024, at the Morningside Lutheran Church, 700 So. Martha St., in Sioux City, IA. Flea market setup is from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. General admission begins at 9 a.m. Admission is $5. Flea market tables are $10 and include admission. To reserve a table, contact K0UX at ttjarman@gmail.com. Seminars will be held at 9:30 (propagation) and 10:30 (pirate, spy, & clandestine radio) with an ARRL presentation at 11:30 a.m.Prizes will be given away throughout the morning (including ten Talkpod Technology HTs) with the major prizes (Rig Expert AA-55 Zoom and Signal Link USB) given away at about 12:45 p.m. Food and drink will be available to purchase. VE testing will be held at 1 p.m. ... See MoreSee Less
