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Las Vegas Ham Radio Resources & Links
Find amateur radio resources for Las Vegas, Henderson, and Southern Nevada, including active repeaters, digital voice, GMRS, AREDN mesh networking, transmitter hunting, HF propagation, antenna calculators, emergency communications, contesting, and FCC licensing. Our local directory comes first; the technical references follow in their original subject groups.
Las Vegas & Southern Nevada Radio Resources
Local amateur radio networks, repeater activity, GMRS, DMR, mesh networking, clubs, and hands-on activities for operators in the Las Vegas Valley and surrounding communities.
For the broadest community listing, use our Southern Nevada ham radio clubs directory. Keeping that directory on its own page avoids duplicating schedules, officer lists, and dues here.
HF Propagation, Space Weather & Radio Mapping
Solar conditions, band openings, MUF forecasts, propagation reporting, grid squares, great-circle bearings, APRS, satellite tracking, and radio-site planning tools.
- Space Weather
- HAM QSL: Solar ConditionsN0NBH solar and propagation data
- Understanding Solar-Terrestrial Data
- Making Sense of Solar Indices
- NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center
- Mike’s Weather Page
- Simon’s World MapDownloadable Geochron-style world map
- Maidenhead Grid Locator Lookup Map
- The Great Circle Map (GCM)VU2NSB great-circle map resource
- Antenna Bearings: Geodesic Map
- HF Propagation Map
- HamDXMap
- MUF Information
- VOACAPHF propagation prediction and coverage analysis
- DX Maps
- DX Cluster
- WSPRnetWeak-signal propagation reporting
- PSK ReporterReal-world digital-mode reception reports
- RF Line-of-Sight Calculator
- Height Above Average Terrain (HAAT) Calculator
- Satellite Tracking for Amateur Radio
- VHF/UHF Repeaters: Greater BuffaloSearch RepeaterBook for western New York
- Amateur Radio Ham Repeater Mapping
- ADIF to MapPlot logged amateur radio contacts on a map
- Real-Time Tracking Using APRS
- WebSDRInternet-accessible software-defined receivers; browser security settings may vary
- High-Altitude Balloon Telemetry Map
- Sun Movement & Sunlight Phase Tracker
- POTA / SOTA / WWFF MapWorldwide parks, summits, and nature references
- MeshMap: Meshtastic Node Map
- Meshtastic Site Planner
Antennas & RF Calculators
Tools for antenna dimensions, modeling, impedance, standing wave ratio, transmission lines, path loss, and equipment calculations.
- K7MEM Antenna Calculator
- W8JI Antenna Articles
- EZNEC Antenna Software
- AutoEZ: Automated Use of EZNEC
- Using AutoEZ With Antenna Modeling (PDF)
- Wire Antenna Calculator
- Dipole Antenna Length Calculator
- Field Day Antenna Length Table
- Yagi-Uda Antenna Calculator
- Full-Wave Loop Antenna Length Calculator
- Magnetic Loop Antenna Calculator
- SWR Calculator
- Understanding Standing Wave Ratio (PDF)
- Transmission Line Calculator
- Free Space Path Loss Calculator
- RF Unit Conversion Calculator
- Frequency to Wavelength Calculator
- Guide to Weatherproofing Exterior Coax CablesPractical Antennas technical reference
Circuit Design & Electronics Calculators
Electronics education, RF component design, circuit simulation, printed circuit boards, filters, and electrical reference tools.
- Electronics Tutorials
- Circuit / Component Calculators
- LC Filter Design Calculator
- PCB Builder
- Calculators by DigiKey
- All About Circuits: Tools
- Electronics Component DatasheetsSearchable datasheet reference; replacement for an older parts-search destination
- All About Circuits: EE Reference
- How to Build and Use Current Chokes (PDF)
- RF Tools
- EEWeb Archive
- Falstad Circuit Simulator
- dBm to Watts Calculator
- Voltage to dBm Conversion
SKYWARN & Severe Weather
Weather-spotter training, storm reporting, and National Weather Service information for Las Vegas and Southern Nevada.
ARES / RACES & Emergency Communications
Volunteer amateur radio emergency communications and public-service preparation.
- Clark County Nevada ARES / RACES
- Nevada Office of Emergency Management: Amateur RadioState resources, training pathways, and auxiliary communications
Amateur Radio Contesting
Contest rules, international calendars, and claimed scores for HF, VHF, and other on-air events.
Amateur Radio Band Plans
United States and international band-plan references. Always apply FCC Part 97 and the license privileges appropriate to your station and location.
FCC Amateur Radio License Renewal & Getting Started
Information for renewing a United States amateur radio license, registering with the FCC, and beginning the licensing process.
- Steps to Renew Your License: Video GuideHam Radio Prep’s renewal walk-through and accompanying video
- Steps to Renew Your License: Written Guide
- Get Your FCC Registration Number (FRN)Sin City Repeater Group’s beginner-friendly guide
- Get Licensed in Las VegasLocal testing, education, and getting on the air
- HamStudy: Amateur Radio License Exam Practice
- FCC Amateur Radio ServiceOfficial FCC licensing and service information