2M Repeater Coverage Map (Page)

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2M REPEATER COVERAGE MAP

W6EK 2 Meter Coverage Map — CLICK HERE TO ENLARGE

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Nets (Page)

August 31, 2026 Smitty (WB1G)

WHAT IS A NET?

A net is a scheduled on-air meeting of amateur radio operators. Everyone tunes to the same frequency at the same time and takes turns checking in.

WHY CHECK IN?

Nets are the easiest way to get comfortable on the air. You practice clear operating habits, test your station against a known signal, meet local operators, and build the routine that makes emergency communication work when it matters.

SFARC NETS

All nets are held on the W6EK 2M repeater system, AllStarLink Node #51018, and Echolink #4128.

NAME	TIME	TYPE
COFFEE BREAK NET 365 Days A Week	0730-0900 PT	SFARC Net Net Control(s): *Brian (AI6US), Gerry (WA6E), Theta (WA6EWF), Tom (NN6H), Orion (AI6JB), Jeff (KW6U), Smitty (WB1G), Aaron (W1ATB), and Don (WB6LPJ)*
CLUB WEEKLY NET Weekly (Thursday)	1930-2030 PT	SFARC Net Net Control(s): Smitty (WB1G), Chip (KM6MDF), Orion (AI6JB)
ELMER NET First and Third Wednesday each month.	1930-2030 PT	Sponsored Net Owner / Net Control: *Erik (W6EMR)*
ALL-NODES NET Weekly (Monday)	1800-1900 PT	Sponsored Net Owner(s) / Net Control(s): *Tom (NN6H) and Patrick (N2DYI)*
PLACER COUNTY ARES NET 3rd Sunday of the Month	1930-2000 PT	Sponsored Net Owner / Net Control: *Scott (KM6RFB)*

WEEKLY CLUB NET

Every Thursday starting at 7:30 PM Pacific Time (PT). Our nets are held on the club repeater. Everyone is invited to check-in. The net features a Mystery Question, the ARRL Report, Satellite Report, DX Report, and other activities. Operators are encouraged to talk about their recent operating or other ham activities. Want to be added to the roll call, send us your info:

THE COFFEE BREAK NET

Every morning from 7:30-9 AM PT. What a great way to get your The Coffee Break Net day underway! You never know what we might be talking about. Almost any subject is on the table: technology, trivia, RVs, camping, fishing, brewing, astronomy, photography, kit builds, Instant pots, and much more! Grab a cup of coffee and stop by some morning. Everyone is welcome.

ELMER NET

Starts at 7:30 PM PT and is held every First and Third Wednesday, monthly. This net discusses various aspects of “how to” and provides assistance and advice to all Hams. Everyone is invited to check-in. Have a question, need an answer? then try the Elmer Net. We have many regulars that can answer your questions and provide operating assistance for Antennas, Equipment, Regulation, and any other aspect of our fine hobby. New or seasoned operators, there is something for everyone on the Elmer Net. Have a question or need some help? Please check-in.

ALL-NODES NET

Every Monday at 6:00 PM PT, this net is the place for discussions related to the setup, configuration, and operation of digital nodes and the associated hardware. A great place for noobies and experienced users alike.

** To help balance connection loads during high traffic nets, consider connecting to:

503680 – Fremont, CA
503681 – Dallas, TX
503682 – Boston, MA

Also available on:
DMR: TGIF Talkgroup 6633
DSTAR: XLX679C

PLACER COUNTY ARES READINESS NET

The Placer County Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) consists of licensed amateurs who have voluntarily registered their qualifications and equipment for communications duty in the public service when disaster strikes. The Placer County ARES net is on the 3rd Sunday of the month, starting at 1930 (7:30 PM) PT on the W6EK 2M Repeater. Everyone is invited to check-in. You do not need to be an SFARC member to participate.

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70CM Repeater (Tile)

August 31, 2026 Smitty (WB1G)

70CM (440) REPEATER SYSTEM

440.575 MHz
Offset: +5.0 MHz
CTCSS (PL): 162.2 Hz
Digital: DG-ID: 00
YSF06040: US-NorCalRptGrp Full Time Connected Linked to Wires-X NorCal Repeater GRP** (#43847)
** All repeaters in this group, including W6EK the 70 CM machine, operate in auto mode select (AMS). All machines require operation in DN mode (C4FM) to be heard across the linked system.

Diagram	Features
Question / Issue	YSF Status

Repeater Group List:

Location	Frequency / Offset	Name
Elk Grove, CA	444.525 Mhz +5.0 CTCSS (PL) 127.3	K6JWN/R
Galt, CA	443.450 Mhz +5.0 CTCSS (PL) 107.2	K6SAL/R
Georgetown, CA	147.210 Mhz +.600 CTCSS (PL) 100	KK7AIR/R
Lake Tahoe / Mt Rose	443.875 Mhz +5.0 CTCSS (PL) 103.5	K6SAL/R

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2M Repeater ASL Node Status (Page)

August 31, 2026 Smitty (WB1G)

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2M REPEATER ASL NODE STATUS

W6EK · AllStar Node Status

Last poll: 2026-11-01 03:26:43 | Interval: 90s | Node: 51018

TX Time Today00:00:15

Uptime19:01:49

SUPERMONUP

NODE ▲	NODE INFORMATION ↕	CON TYPE ↕	LOCATION ↕
51018	W6EK - 145.430	Remote	Auburn, California
1301	No-Info - Node not in database	EchoLink/Ext	-----
168501	W6EK - Virtual Node 1	Local
168502	W6EK - Virtual Node 2	Local
168503	W6EK - Virtual Node 3	Local
168504	W6EK - Virtual Node 4	Local
1995	No-Info - Node not in database	EchoLink/Ext	-----
49341	W6WNG - Office Node 2	Remote	San Francisco, CA
504580	WU6H - 444.025	Remote	Antelope, CA
51018	W6EK - 145.430	Remote	Auburn, California
51018	W6EK - 145.430	Remote	Auburn, California
51789	K6SJG - 447.500 CTCSS 156.7	Remote	La Habra, Ca
526550	VE7IOX - ALIEN TECHNOLOGY	Remote	Pitt Meadows, BC
534387	VE7DSS - 441.625	Remote	Cityhall Prince Rupert B.C.
534388	VE7DSS - 441.625	Remote	Prince Rupert B.C.
54266	WA6E - 438.300	Remote	Loomis, CA
554520	KD8VSG	Remote	Oxford MI 48371
554711	N6BKM	Remote	Torrance, CA
557921	AI6US - Radioless FullDuplex	Remote	Meadow Vista CA, USA
560201	MB5HT - SvxLink Portal	Remote	SvxLink
56233	N6XYZ	Remote	Sacramento, CA
56338	WB1G - Smitty ASL3 Hub	Remote	Rocklin, CA
56717	KN6SSP	Remote	Manteca, CA
572840	K6SAT - 444.75	Remote	Loomis, CA
572842	WS8ER - 430.35	Remote	Loomis, CA
574740	KN6SNJ	Remote	Tustin, CA
575711	W6EK	Local	Auburn, California
581616	KG9M - QSO-1 Windows	Remote	Auburn, CA, USA
66437	KD9AKE	Remote	Livingston, Texas
67169	KE6POR	Remote	Antelope/CA/US
79893	No-Info - EchoLink	EchoLink/Ext	-----
68967	AE6FP	Remote	Rohnert Park
95260	No-Info - EchoLink	EchoLink/Ext	-----

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2M Repeater Details (Tile)

August 31, 2026 Smitty (WB1G)

2M REPEATER SYSTEM

145.430 MHz
Offset: -0.6 MHz
CTCSS (PL): 162.2 Hz
AllStarLink: 51018 / Echolink: 4128

Diagram	Features
Question / Issue	Coverage Map
Listen Live	Supermon2
ASL Bubble Chart	ASL Node Status

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1.25M (220) Repeater Features (Page)

August 31, 2026 Smitty (WB1G)

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1.25M (220) REPEATER FEATURES

The 1.25M (220) repeater is a Bridgecom BCR220 repeater installed in 2022. Coordinated with the NARRC on 223.860MHz, -1.6offset, CTCSS 110.9, operating in FM mode at 20 watts.

The repeater is located near downtown Auburn at 1600’ elevation with coverage of the greater Auburn and Eastern Sacramento Valley in Northern California.

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1.25M (220) Repeater (Tile)

August 31, 2026 Smitty (WB1G)

1.25M (220) REPEATER SYSTEM

223.860 MHz
Offset: -1.6 MHz
CTCSS (PL): 110.9 Hz

Diagram	Features
Question / Issue

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1.25M (220) Repeater Diagram (Page)

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Repeaters (Tile)

August 31, 2026 Smitty (WB1G)

MEET OUR REPEATERS

The Sierra Foothills Amateur Radio Club (SFARC) owns and operates three repeater systems in the Sierra Nevada Foothills of the Sacramento Valley. To learn more about what modes and services are available on each machine, click below. If you are experiencing an issue or would like to report a technical issue with one of our repeaters, please use the CONTACT US button.

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Support (Page)

August 31, 2026 Smitty (WB1G)

Please tell us the reason you're reaching out. *In most cases, the value below will already be populated. Please select all that apply.

You’ve taken the first step in joining one of the most active ham clubs in Northern California. Please take a moment to fill out the form below. Once complete, hit the SUBMIT/SEND at the bottom.

NEED HELP WITH YOUR GROUPS.IO ACCOUNT?

Apply

Thank you for your interest in the Sierra Foothills Amateur Radio Club (SFARC) Scholarship Program. Our scholarships offer financial assistance to high school seniors to support their pursuit of higher education. Please take a moment to fill out the application below. Once complete, hit the SUBMIT/SEND at the bottom of the application.

Club Reimbursement

Before filling out this form, make sure you have clear photos of the receipts, as you’ll need to attach them to the form. When complete, click the “SUBMIT/SEND” button below. Once approved by the SFARC president, you’ll receive an email from the treasurer to confirm.

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Please provide us with your name and email address and we’ll confirm your removal by email.

CONTACT THE CLUB

We'd love to connect with you. Fill out the form below and we'll back in touch ASAP.

HAVE A QUESTION OR NEED TO REPORT A REPEATER ISSUE?

CONTACT THE ADVANCEMENT TEAM

If you’d like more information about our upcoming class or would like to be added to our interest list, please let us know by using the form below.

CHECK OUT SFARC ON THE FIVE MAJORS OF SOCIAL MEDIA

Do you have something you’d like to promote on the SFARC website, social media, or the club’s Monthly Newsletter? Send us the information below about your event, and we’ll be in touch.

** Submissions are for sponsored club events and to help neighboring clubs promote their events. **

WHAT DO YOU WANT TO ADD THE SFARC CLUB CALENDAR

CONTACT THE VE TEAM

If you have any questions, need to reschedule or request an accommodation, please contact the SFARC VE Team Coordinator using the form below.

WE NEED YOUR HELP AT HAMFEST 2026!

Send us your information and area of interest, and we’ll be in touch.

GOT QUESTIONS AND NEED AN ELMER?

WANT TO BECOME AN ELMER?

Have a question about a Fox Hunt or are you Ready to sign up to be a “fox tender”, send us a message below.

Got a question about SFARC’s Field Day?

Volunteer Support

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2M REPEATER COVERAGE MAP

WHAT IS A NET?

WHY CHECK IN?

SFARC NETS

WEEKLY CLUB NET

THE COFFEE BREAK NET

ELMER NET

ALL-NODES NET

PLACER COUNTY ARES READINESS NET

70CM (440) REPEATER SYSTEM

2M REPEATER ASL NODE STATUS

2M REPEATER SYSTEM

1.25M (220) REPEATER FEATURES

1.25M (220) REPEATER SYSTEM

MEET OUR REPEATERS

NEED HELP WITH YOUR GROUPS.IO ACCOUNT?

Apply

Club Reimbursement

We’re sorry to see you go.

CONTACT THE CLUB

HAVE A QUESTION OR NEED TO REPORT A REPEATER ISSUE?

CONTACT THE ADVANCEMENT TEAM

CHECK OUT SFARC ON THE FIVE MAJORS OF SOCIAL MEDIA

WE’RE HERE TO HELP

WHAT DO YOU WANT TO ADD THE SFARC CLUB CALENDAR

CONTACT THE VE TEAM

WE NEED YOUR HELP AT HAMFEST 2026!

GOT QUESTIONS AND NEED AN ELMER?

WANT TO BECOME AN ELMER?

Have a question about a Fox Hunt or are you Ready to sign up to be a “fox tender”, send us a message below.

Got a question about SFARC’s Field Day?

Volunteer Support

CONTACT OUR VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR