W8FY 146.850 MHz Repeater

The W8FY 146.850 MHz repeater is the primary VHF repeater operated by the Van Wert Amateur Radio Club. Located in Middle Point, Ohio, this machine serves Van Wert County and the surrounding area as a reliable local resource for amateur radio communication, public service events, weather spotting, and emergency communications support.

Whether you are a local operator, a visitor passing through the area, or someone interested in learning more about amateur radio, the W8FY repeater is a great place to listen, check in, and connect with area hams.

Repeater Information

Common Uses

The W8FY repeater is used for several local amateur radio activities, including:

• Local amateur radio conversations
• Weekly club nets
• Saturday morning net activity
• Hamfest and Field Day talk-in
• Skywarn and severe weather coordination
• Emergency communications training and support
• Public service and community event communications

Skywarn and Emergency Communications

The 146.850 MHz repeater plays an important role in local weather and emergency communications. During severe weather, operators may use the repeater to relay reports, coordinate information, and support Skywarn-style operations in and around Van Wert County.

When a directed net is active, please follow the instructions of Net Control and keep transmissions clear, brief, and relevant to the situation.

New to Amateur Radio?

New operators are welcome to listen in and learn how local repeater operation works. When you are ready to transmit, key up, leave a short pause, and give your callsign clearly.

Example:

“This is N0SYS monitoring.”

The repeater is also a good place to meet local operators, ask questions, and get connected with the Van Wert Amateur Radio Club.

Operating Courtesy

Please help keep the repeater useful and welcoming:

• Identify with your FCC-issued callsign
• Leave space between transmissions
• Keep conversations friendly and respectful
• Yield to emergency or priority traffic
• Follow Net Control during organized nets or weather events
• Avoid kerchunking without identifying

Maintained By

The W8FY repeater is maintained by the Van Wert Amateur Radio Club, supporting amateur radio, emergency preparedness, technical education, and public service communications throughout the local area.

For more information about the club, nets, events, and amateur radio in Van Wert County, visit the Van Wert Amateur Radio Club website.