The Tuscaloosa Amateur Radio Club (TARC) assists and serves others tin the Tuascaloosa area and beyond, hrough the use of amateur radio by utilizing our collective skills both in emergency and non-emergency situations in which normal lines of communication are disrupted or otherwise not feasible. The TARC encourages continued education and training for prospective and current amateur radio operators by providing opportunities for both academic and hands-on training. Additionally, the TARC encourages research and experimentation with new and existing technologies in an effort to facilitate the advancement of the field of radio communications while promoting amateur radio, providing opportunities for fellowship among members and other interested persons. Finally, the TARC promotes the public awareness of amateur radio and its many contributions to public welfare.