N7GMR-1 : Lemmon Winlink Gateway Online
The SWCRS now has its winlink gateway operating on Mt. Lemmon. Winlink can be used for sending emails (both within the system and to the… Read More »N7GMR-1 : Lemmon Winlink Gateway Online
July 2024
SWCRS Traffic & Utilization Survey
The SWCRS is conducting its annual traffic and utilization survey; the survey is available to all members of the public – SWCRS members or not.… Read More »SWCRS Traffic & Utilization Survey
Camp Kerchunk ’24 Summary
Camp Kerchunk 2024 at Luna Lake Campground was a lively and memorable gathering of SWCRS radio enthusiasts and their families. Everyone settled in quickly, setting… Read More »Camp Kerchunk ’24 Summary
Mt. Lemmon Tower Installation
SWCRS Volunteers Summary Yesterday, a dedicated team of volunteers from the Southwest Community Radio System (SWCRS) gathered on Mt. Lemmon to erect a new 70-foot… Read More »Mt. Lemmon Tower Installation
Alpine 725 Upgrade
SWCRS Crew Summary The Alpine 725 antenna system has been upgraded from a unity gain fiberglass antenna to a more appropriately sized Andrew DB420, boasting… Read More »Alpine 725 Upgrade
Nutrioso 550 Repaired
SWCRS Crew Summary The Nutrioso 550 (aka “The Nut Box”) is back on the air after a nearby lightning strike took it offline. The full… Read More »Nutrioso 550 Repaired
’24 ARRL Field Day Summary
Operators: Event Overview: The SWCRS (Southwest Community Radio System) had a blast participating in the ARRL Field Day on Mt. Graham, Arizona. Picture this: overcast… Read More »’24 ARRL Field Day Summary
Eureka Mesa 625 Online
We’ve got some exciting news to share—our brand-new repeater on Eureka Mesa in New Mexico is now up and running! This means better and stronger… Read More »Eureka Mesa 625 Online
Nutrioso 550 Offline
Hey folks, just a quick update: the Nutrioso 550 went offline after a nearby lightning strike on June 26th likely zapped some of our equipment.… Read More »Nutrioso 550 Offline
Respecting Repeater Etiquette
When you’re using the Southwest Community Radio System (SWCRS) repeater network, it’s important to follow a few simple courtesies to keep things running smoothly for… Read More »Respecting Repeater Etiquette