Welcome to the Black Rock Amateur Radio Association!

We are a non-profit organization providing public service amateur radio communications facilities for visitors to the Black Rock Desert in Northern Nevada. All amateur radio operators are warmly invited to enjoy these resources!

  • UHF Repeater and IRLP Node 7249
    • 444.175 MHz (+), PL 100.0
  • VHF IRLP Node 3075
    • 146.7 MHz, PL 100.0
    • Simplex
  • APRS Digipeater GERLCH
    • 144.39 MHz simplex
    • Gatewayed to the Internet (APRS-IS)

(Not familiar with IRLP? It's really cool! Check out our super-quick IRLP tutorial!)

We've worked hard to get these resources up and in service in time for the 2009 Burning Man event but our goal is for them to be available year-round.

Take a look at our 2009 Fundraising Drive! Then, if you find our services useful, please consider making a donation! We have so far relied on the generosity of a small group of dedicated volunteers, but we still need your help! We are a Nevada Non-Profit Corporation and have applied for 501(c)(3) status with the IRS. Your donation may be tax-deductible.

We will be announcing membership levels and benefits soon, but if you want to give a donation now you can apply it toward membership later. Please use the paypal Donate button on the right or drop us a line if you prefer to pay by check or would like to donate time or equipment!