SHERMAN, Texas – The Grayson County Amateur Radio Club (GCARC) will be hosting a special event radio station in honor of Armed Forces Day on Saturday, May 18, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Perrin AFB Museum in Denison.

The radio station, identified on the airwaves by the special callsign W5I, will operate on both the 17 meter and 20 meter amateur radio bands. These radio frequencies are capable of communicating with other radio operators both across the country and in many international locations.

The public is invited to visit and watch the station in operation. Local operators (hams) will be on hand to discuss what Amateur Radio is and does, and to answer any questions.

For more information about this event or the GCARC, call Ben Sly, club president, at (903) 815-2698, e-mail to bencsly@gmail.com, or visit the club’s website at http://www.k5gcc.us.

Grayson County Amateur Radio Club (GCARC) is a non-profit organization that promotes Amateur (Ham) Radio use in the Grayson County area. In addition to regular meetings and special activities, GCARC works with community organizations to assist with their communications needs during local events. Many GCARC members also contribute their time and expertise to support local emergency management during times of need such as severe weather or other natural and man-made disasters. Please visit www.k5gcc.us for more information.