Join the Tehachapi Amateur Radio Association
Promoting amateur radio education, emergency communications preparedness, and public service in the Tehachapi area and surrounding communities.
Our Mission
The Tehachapi Amateur Radio Association (TARA) is an ARRL-affiliated amateur radio organization dedicated to advancing the art and science of radio communications. TARA supports operator education, technical advancement, public service communications, and emergency preparedness within the greater Tehachapi region.
Service Area
TARA serves licensed amateur radio operators, prospective operators, and community members in Tehachapi, Bear Valley Springs, Stallion Springs, Alpine Forest, Sand Canyon, and surrounding areas.
Monthly Meetings
- When: Second Thursday of each month, 7:00 PM
- Where: Community Room, Tehachapi Police Department
- Address: 220 West C Street, Tehachapi, CA 93561
Visitors, prospective members, and individuals interested in amateur radio are always welcome.
Membership Benefits
📡Technical Education & Licensing Support
🚨Emergency & Public Service Communications
🤝Fellowship, Meetings, and Community Events
Membership Dues
- Individual Membership: $25.00 per year
- Additional Family Member: $12.50 per year
Annual dues support club operations, training activities, equipment, and public service communications efforts.
How to Apply
- Complete the Membership Application. Apply for Membership
- Submit the completed application using one of the methods below:
- Bring it to a monthly meeting
- eMail it to Membership@AC6EE.org
- Mail it to:
Tehachapi Amateur Radio Association
P.O. Box 134
Keene, CA 93531
Pay Membership Dues
Payment of dues is required to activate or renew membership. Secure online payment is available for your convenience.
Accepted payment methods: Square, PayPal*, Venmo*
- Membership – Individual ($25.00/year)
- Membership – Additional Family Member ($12.50/year)
Thank you for your interest in and support of the Tehachapi Amateur Radio Association. We look forward to your participation in advancing amateur radio and serving our community.
* We also accept payment for membership dues using PayPal / Venmo: