Meet the Members.
Discover Their Stories.
Every callsign has a story, and every member brings something different to GSARA.
From newly licensed operators to seasoned amateur radio enthusiasts, our Member of the Month spotlight celebrates the people, experiences, and interests that make our club special.
More Than a Callsign.
Different backgrounds. Different interests. One shared passion for amateur radio.
The People Who
Make GSARA.
Amateur radio is about more than equipment, antennas, and making contacts. It's about the people we meet along the way.
Get to know the members of GSARA, how they discovered amateur radio, what they enjoy about the hobby, and the experiences they're bringing to our community.
Dan Szymanowski (W1PO)
First licensed as a novice in 1961 as WV2SXE, I spent a few years getting my code speed up to 25 WPM. I passed the General in 1962 and was issued WA2SXE in Tonawanda, NY. I upgraded to Advanced and entered the US Air Force military service in 1968. Assigned to SAC, 2nd Bomb Wing, Detachment 10, 1st Combat Evaluation Group, I worked as an Automatic Tracking Radar Specialist and Aircraft Controller on a Radar Bomb Scoring Crew while still keeping my CW alive, listening nightly
Who's Behind
Your Callsign?
We'd love to get to know you!
Every GSARA member has a different path into amateur radio. Maybe you just earned your license, have been operating for decades, enjoy portable radio, or spend your time experimenting at the workbench.
Whatever your interests or experience, you're part of what makes this club special. Member of the Month is our way of sharing those stories and helping members get to know one another.
I'D LIKE TO BE FEATURED
I've been in the Ham world for about 10 years now and just renewed my license. You meet the nicest people and create lifelong friendships. Ham world and create lifelong friends.