Stan Maddox
Columbus, Indiana, United States
39° 14' 28.5" N, 85° 54' 5.7 W
644 ft. AMSL
Accuracy (+/-ft) H 14, V 13
Welcome to my personal amateur radio website, a space dedicated to sharing my passion for radio communications, telegraphy, and telephony.
As a General class amateur radio operator holding the callsign WE3ACR, I engage in a variety of activities including HF voice and digital modes, emergency communications support, and experimentation with antenna designs.
Complementing this, under my GMRS license WRZR229, I focus on family and community-based repeater operations, off-grid portable setups for outdoor adventures, and group events like trail rides or neighborhood watch nets.
Whether it's chasing DX contacts on amateur bands or ensuring reliable short-range links via GMRS, radio has been a gateway to learning, problem-solving, and connecting with like-minded individuals.
Beyond my on-air pursuits, this site details the equipment I rely on, including the transceivers, handhelds, antennas, power supplies, and software-defined radio tools that keep my station humming. You'll also find references to helpful resources, FCC regulations, and technical guides that have shaped my journey.
I created this site for three primary reasons:
Feel free to reach out—I'd love to QSO!