Sportsman’s Paradise Amateur Radio Club
Ham Radio & Emergency Communications in Wakulla County, FL
Serving Crawfordville, Tallahassee, and surrounding communities through amateur radio training, repeaters, and emergency preparedness.
Sportsman’s Paradise Amateur Radio Club (SPARC) serves the heart of Wakulla County, Florida, bringing together radio enthusiasts of all experience levels, from brand-new operators to seasoned hams with decades on the air. Dedicated to building community, advancing technical skills, and supporting local emergency communication readiness, SPARC provides a welcoming space for anyone interested in amateur radio.
The club meets monthly to share knowledge, conduct demonstrations, plan events, and connect with fellow operators throughout the region. SPARC is also an active VE team, offering regular ham radio license testing for those looking to earn or upgrade their FCC amateur radio license. Whether you’re curious about getting started or looking for a club with real camaraderie, Sportsman’s Paradise Amateur Radio Club offers a friendly, supportive home for all.
Grid: EM70 | CQ Zone: 5 | ITU Zone: 8
What SPARC Offers
Ham Radio Training & Licensing
Test Sessions given on the 2nd Thursday of every ‘odd numbered’ month at the Wakulla County Public Library!
Visit our Amateur Radio Testing page for more information.
Join Us for Our Monthly Meetings
We meet at the Wakulla County Public Library in Crawfordville on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7pm.
We are in the larger room on the South side of the building.
Emergency Communications Support
SPARC members assist with reliable communication during emergencies, severe weather events, and community operations when traditional systems are unavailable.
Local Nets & Repeaters
Stay connected through regularly scheduled nets and access to local repeater systems serving Wakulla County and surrounding areas.
Why Ham Radio Matters in Florida
In the Florida Panhandle, hurricanes, severe weather, and power outages can disrupt cell service and internet access without warning.
Amateur radio provides a reliable, independent form of communication when traditional systems fail.
The Sportsman’s Paradise Amateur Radio Club (SPARC) helps support communication readiness in Wakulla County and surrounding areas by connecting trained operators, maintaining local networks, and promoting emergency preparedness.
Get Involved with SPARC
Join a growing community of amateur radio operators in Wakulla County and the Florida Panhandle. Whether you’re interested in emergency communication, technology, or simply connecting with others, there’s a place for you here.
Wakulla Area Repeaters
Surrounding Area Nets:
Taylor 145.350- pl 123 Sunday 7pm
Leon 147.030+ pl 94.8 Sunday 7:30pm ARES Training
Leon 147.030+ pl 94.8 Sunday 8pm ARES
Madison 145.190 pl 123 Sunday 9pm
Jackson 146.670- Monday 7pm
Wakulla 145.450- pl 94.8 Monday 7:30pm
Jackson 146.460 simplex alternating Mondays 7:30pm
Jackson 28.460 simplex alternating Mondays 7:30pm
Jefferson 145.430- pl 94.8 Monday 8pm
Thomasville 145.170- pl 141.3 Tuesday 8pm
Franklin 145.230- pl 123 Monday 7:00pm
Tallahassee 146.910 pl 94.8 Thursday 8pm
Local HF Nets:
N.FL. ARES – Daily 8:30am except Sunday 3950KHz
FL Phone Traffic – Daily 6:55am 3940KHz
FL Mid-day Traffic – Daily 12pm 7242KHz
Skywarn – 1st Sunday of each month 7:30pm 3810KHz
N.FL. Digital -Sunday 7pm (PSK31) 3590KHz