Rio ARC

Rio Amateur Radio Club (Rio ARC) K5RGV

Greetings from the heart of deep south Texas! Rio ARC is proud that our website has now been active for One Year. We thank you all for visiting and hope this site provides you with information regarding Ham Radio in general and updates you on the Rio Amateur Radio Club (Rio ARC) functions.

Rio ARC proudly calls Harlingen, known as "The Tropical Playground of Texas," its home. Situated at the crossroads of I-2 and I-69E in Cameron County, we extend our warm welcome to the entire Rio Grande Valley (RGV), including McAllen, Brownsville, South Padre Island, Port Isabel, San Benito, Raymondville, and, of course, Harlingen. These cities and the many other un-named communities in the RGV help make this the best area to live in Texas and the US.

At Rio ARC, we embrace individuals with a passion for Ham radio communications, electronics, and computer theory, recognizing the pivotal role they play in the world of Amateur Radio. Yet, we understand that it's not solely about technology; it's also about the extraordinary sense of camaraderie and community that amateur radio enthusiasts experience.  We offer you the chance to establish enduring friendships with fellow Hams who share your enthusiasm. We orchestrate captivating club events and social gatherings, creating opportunities for connections, idea sharing, and the formation of cherished memories.

Join us for our informal breakfast meetups, held twice a week, where we unite over good food, outstanding company, and vibrant conversations spanning amateur radio and many other topics. You can look further down the page for information on the locations where we meet or view our calendar page.