About LZARC
Who we are
The LZ Amateur Radio Club (LZARC) is a modern amateur radio organization built on curiosity, innovation, and community. Our mission is to create an active, hands-on environment where both new and experienced operators can learn, experiment, and connect. We welcome members from across Southwest Missouri, Southeast Kansas, Northeast Oklahoma, and Northwest Arkansas, building a community that represents the entire four-state region.
LZARC focuses on practical skills, technical exploration, and real-world radio communication. We believe in supporting one another, sharing knowledge, and creating opportunities for every member to grow.
The intent of this club is not to compete with other regional clubs but to work alongside them and support the broader amateur radio community.
LZMesh Connection
LZARC has strong roots in the LZMesh community, a group known for creativity, experimentation, and technical innovation. Many of our members participate in LZMesh projects, including Meshtastic networks, portable builds, and digital communication experiments.
While LZARC is the club, LZMesh represents the broader technical ecosystem that inspires our projects and supports collaborative learning across the region.
ORIGIN
The Meaning of LZ
The name LZ honors the historic Lead Zinc District, once known as the Tri-State Mining District. This area was built by communities that relied on teamwork, ingenuity, and shared problem solving. Those same values guide LZARC today.
Although the name began as a reference to the Lead Zinc region, our reach has grown far beyond it. LZARC now brings together operators from the entire four-state area who want to learn, build, and strengthen radio communication throughout the region.
Tri-State Lead-Zinc Mining District – Source: pinterest.com
What we do
LZARC members enjoy a wide range of activities that support both traditional and modern amateur radio:
- In-person meetups for learning, collaboration, and socializing
- Discord and online meetings
- Field Day participation and portable operations
- Parks on the Air (POTA) activations and outdoor operating events
- DMR nets and digital voice activities
- Technical and maker projects, including antennas, microcontrollers, and Meshtastic nodes
- Fox hunts and direction finding challenges
- Workshops and demonstrations for new and experienced operators
- Anything RF and amateur radio related from HF to UHF and everything in between
Our Vision
Our vision is to build a connected, creative, and collaborative amateur radio community across the four-state region. We aim to inspire learning, encourage experimentation, and support operators of all skill levels as they explore the many facets of radio communication. Through hands-on projects, shared knowledge, and a culture of curiosity, we strive to strengthen both technical skills and personal connections. LZARC is committed to shaping a modern, welcoming, and innovative radio community that reflects the future of the hobby.
Join Us!
If you are looking for a forward thinking amateur radio club that values experimentation, community, and hands-on learning, LZARC is the perfect place to get involved. More information about membership, events, and club registration will be available soon.