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This week in the 470 ARG News Letter...July 7,2010
A Lesson Taught .....
A lesson that should be taught in all schools . . . . and colleges.
Back in September of 2005, on the first day of school, Martha Cothren, a
social studies school teacher at Robinson High School in Little Rock , did
something not to be forgotten. On the first day of school, with the
permission of the school superintendent, the principal and the building
supervisor, she removed all of the desks out of her classroom.
When the first period kids entered the room they discovered that there were no
desks.
'Ms. Cothren, where're our desks?'
She replied, 'You can't have a desk until you tell me how you earn the right
to sit at a desk.'
They thought, 'Well, maybe it's our grades.'
'No,' she said.
'Maybe it's our behavior.'
She told them, 'No, it's not even your behavior.'
And so, they came and went, the first period, second period, third period.
Still no desks in the classroom.
By early afternoon television news crews had started gathering in Ms.Cothren's
classroom to report about this crazy teacher who had taken all the desks out
of her room.
The final period of the day came and as the puzzled students found seats on
the floor of the deskless classroom, Martha Cothren said, 'Throughout the day
no one has been able to tell me just what he/she has done to earn the right to
sit at the desks that are ordinarily found in this classroom. Now I am going
to tell you.'
At this point, Martha Cothren went over to the door of her classroom and
opened it.
Twenty-seven (27) U.S. Veterans, all in uniforms, walked into that classroom,
each one carrying a school desk. The Vets began placing the school desks in
rows, and then they would walk over and stand alongside the wall. By the time
the last soldier had set the final desk in place those kids started to
understand, perhaps for the first time in their lives, just how the right to
sit at those desks had been earned.
Martha said, 'You didn't earn the right to sit at these desks. These heroes
did it for you. They placed the desks here for you. Now, it's up to you to
sit in them. It is your responsibility to learn, to be good students, to be
good citizens. They paid the price so that you could have the freedom to get
an education. Don't ever forget it.'
By the way, this is a true story.
Hello everyone and hope that your 4th of July was awesome, and that you remembered what the 4th was truly about..
A reminder that with this hot weather remember to drink a lot of fluids....65 check in's last week great turn out....
Special Events & Contests coming up..
10-11 July
IARU HF World Championship
World Radiosport Team Championship
FISTS Summer Sprint--CW
Feld-Hell Monthly Sprint
Straight Key Weekend Sprint
QRP ARCI Summer Homebrew Sprint--CW
17-18 July
CWops Mini-CWT Test (July 14)
DMC RTTY Contest
NA RTTY QSO Party
CQ WW VHF Contest
CQC Great Colorado Gold Rush--CW
Run For the Bacon--CW
60 Meters
From K5YY San: “I and Bill W5SJ, and Bob W5UQ, will be operating from V31 during the week of July 12th thru 19th, concentrating on the CQ WW VHF contest that weekend.
I plan on putting up a 1/4 wave sloper and trying the 60m band each night, at least for a few minutes at the top of each hour. I doubt we will be up and running until Tuesday July 13th
in full force with at least two rigs on at all times. That will allow me to try to give out contacts at least 4 straight nights before the VHF contest.
If VHF is dead that Saturday, then I will be on 60m that night also. QSLs for my V31YY will go to my home call, and the contacts with V31SJ and V31UQ will go to W5JAY.
If there are changes I will let the 5 meg guys know via your newsletter for the 60m website.”
Faroe Island: Jan OY3JE reported that he did receive his license for 60 meters. License is for 5.250 to 5.450MHz and 100W, and valid for 1 year.
He is using a Flex-5000 and his antenna is a SteppIR (with 60/80m option)
Grand Cayman: Eden ZF1EJ reported they have 60m authorizations now in the Cayman Islands. It became effective March 29, 2010 and he has been very active this week.
DX Holiday !! This Is Cool !!
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More Cool DX Info....
http://www.rsgbiota.org/
http://www.qsl.net/oh2mcn/license.htm
ARRL Now on Facebook!
TAGS: facebook, hams
With more than 400 million active users, Facebook is the most popular social network site on the Internet. And since radio amateurs are generally a social bunch, many hams are active on Facebook. Thanks to Herman May, KE5HYW, the ARRL has its own Facebook page. Check out the page to see a lot of features you won’t find anywhere else, such as pictures from ARRL events and interactive status updates. We invite hams to “like” the ARRL Facebook page and leave productive comments. Joining Facebook is free, and you just might be surprised at who you’ll find on the site.
Amateur Radio Quiz: The Band Is Hot!
TAGS: meteor scatter, meter, sporadic-e season, ward silver
07/07/2010
By H. Ward Silver, N0AX
ARRL Contributing Editor
n0ax@arrl.net
Summer time brings out the 6 meter “Magic Band” aficionados as action via sporadic-E (Es) propagation heats up. The annual Perseids meteor shower brings additional excitement during mid-August as the Earth sweeps through the debris of the comet Swift-Tuttle. With so many new radios offering all-mode operation on 6 meters, why not press that “50” button and join the fun?
1) Which non-amateur allocation was eventually re-allocated to Amateur Radio?
a. Low-band VHF mobile radio
b. Broadcast TV channel 1
c. Radiolocation
d. Early weather radar
2) 50 MHz is the best band for which of these propagation modes?
a. Meteor scatter
b. EME
c. Double-hop F2
d. NVIS
3) Along with the summer’s enhanced sporadic-E season, what other time of the year is good for this type of propagation?
a. Spring equinox
b. Fall equinox
c. Winter solstice
d. Enhancement only occurs in summer
4) What was the model number of the Heathkit 6 Meter transverter kit?
a. SB-110
b. SB-610
c. SB-660
d. SB-666
5) Which antenna would work the best for making CW and SSB contacts on 6 meters?
a. quarter-wave vertical whip
b. half-wave vertical dipole
c. half-wave horizontal dipole
d. full-wave horizontal loop
6) Which of the following band-plan segments is used for radio control transmissions?
a. 51-54.0 MHz
b. 50.8-50.98 MHz
c. 50.1-50.11 MHz
d. 50.0-50.1 MHz
7) What are the 6 meter privileges for Technician class licensees?
a. 50.125-50.200 MHz, USB
b. 50.100-53.900 MHz, USB and FM
c. 51.12-54.0 MHz, FM
d. All amateur privileges
8) What amateur allocation was the predecessor of 6 meters?
a. 1.25 meters
b. 2.5 meters
c. 5 meters
d. 11 meters
9) What is the calling frequency for DX stations on 6 meters?
a. 50.010 MHz
b. 50.100 MHz
c. 50.110 MHz
d. 50.125 MHz
10) Where can you find beacon stations operating on 6 meters?
a. There are no restrictions on beacon stations above 30 MHz.
b. 50.60-50.80 MHz
c. 50.100-50.110 MHz
d. 53.9-54.0 MHz
Bonus -- What does a “ping jockey” ping?
Answers
1) b -- Check here for a fascinating history of Channel 1
2) a
3) c -- This is why the ARRL 10 Meter Contest is scheduled in December
4) a -- The SB-500 was the 2 meter transverter
5) c -- Horizontal polarization is the norm for CW/SSB “weak signal” operation on VHF+ bands; the dipole’s radiation pattern will offer plenty of low-angle signal even if just a few feet off the ground.
6) b
7) d -- That’s right -- any ham can fully utilize the 6 meter band!
8) c -- Before World War II, hams had access to 50-56 Mc and 112 Mc.
9) c -- 50.10-50.125 MHz is the “DX window” on 6 meters where stations outside the US and Canada can be found when the band is open.
10) b -- Listen for the stations with “/B” after their call signs. They often send their grid square, too, so you can tell where they are located.
Bonus -- A “ping” is a signal received via meteor scatter propagation and gets its name from the characteristic sound of these short bursts of signal.
Amateur Radio Video's...
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http://www.ehow.com/video_4414206_contact-people-ham-radio.html
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Si2Gg-1HH5E&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbYKAPkS6lM&feature=related
Hope that everyone is enjoying the video's , I found them very interesting so that's why I brought them on board..
Link To London Repeater.....
Just a quick note to let those who are interested that the two London repeaters GB3 & GB7OK are now live streaming over the internet click on the link below:
GB3OK is the London UHF repeater on echolink node no: 280040
GB7OK is the London 2 Metre DStar repeater which can also be found on the internet gateway.
You will also find information regarding both these London repeaters at their website www.gb3ok.com or on twitter and facebook which are updated regularly.
Link to repeaters live audio feed,
http://www.radioreference.com/apps/a...wp&feedId=5284
Link to Twitter,
http://gb3ok.com/twitter.html
Link to Facebook,
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bromle...26643014037403
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Regards Tony G1HIG Repeater Keeper for GB3OK echolink node 280040, My repeaters website www.gb3ok.com
The Shelby Hamfest 2010...
http://www.shelbyhamfest.com/hamfest.htm
&
http://www.shelbyarc.org/
Hamfest
ANNOUNCING THE 11TH ANNUAL TEN-TEC FACTORY HAMFEST!
Fri. Sept. 24 and Sat. Sept. 25, 2010!
No Tailgating on Friday!
Welcome hams from around the country to the 11th annual Ten-Tec factory hamfest! Featuring a discount sale on Friday and Saturday on new and used Ten-Tec ham radio equipment! Door prizes! Tour of the Ten-Tec factory! Meet the Ten-Tec factory representatives! 4 HF stations will be simultaneously on the air to try out the latest equipment. License testing at 12:30 Saturday afternoon.
When:
Friday 9/24/10 from 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday 9/25/10 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where:
Ten-Tec, Inc., 1185 Dolly Parton Parkway, Sevierville, TN 37862.
We are 2.5 miles east of downtown Sevierville on highway 411 north, across the street from Sevier County High School.
PLEASE NOTE NEW PARKING INFORMATION FOR 2010: In past years, we have used the vacant lots across Industrial Park Blvd from Ten-Tec for parking (the former location of the Electro-Voice building). These lots are now being developed and may be unavailable for parking for the 2010 hamfest. We have an arrangement with Sevier County High School to use their lots for parking across the street from Ten-Tec starting at 7:00 a.m. Saturday morning. We also ask that if you are not tailgating Saturday, do not park behind the Ten-Tec building so we can maximize the number of tailgaters who need space. Please also keep tailgating space to 20 feet maximum per vendor. Friday we will park cars as usual in the lots behind our building. Please clear these at the end of the day Friday; no overnight parking on Ten-Tec property. Thank you!
Admission:
FREE admission and FREE tailgating. TAILGATING SATURDAY ONLY!
Tailgating:
Tennessee’s largest tailgating session! Tailgating in the rear parking lot and grass areas behind the Ten-Tec building. Tailgating setup begins 7:00 Saturday morning. BYO tables + chairs. NO COMPUTER OR NON-HAM RADIO VENDORS – amateur radio items or related electronics only.
Events:
Sale on Ten-Tec gear Friday and Saturday.
License exams 12:30 p.m. Saturday. Sign up by Noon.
Factory tours every 30 minutes Friday and Saturday – sign up inside the tent.
Door prizes given hourly on Saturday
Hamfest Talk-In
The fine folks from the Sevier County Emergency Radio Service will be assisting Ten-Tec with travel information and directions. They will be monitoring 145.470 and 146.940 repeaters for talk in to the hamfest. Also they will be monitoring 443.225 with the club call KJ4HPM. Remember too these fine folks can answer questions concerning the ARRL, ARES and RACES. Look for them in the big tent.
Free WiFi will also be available both days (Friday and Saturday).
Seminars and Schedule
Saturday Sept. 25, 2010
Saturday Schedule, yet to be determined.
Where To Stay:
Sevierville and Sevier County are a heavily traveled tourist area. There are some 140 hotels and motels within 15 miles of Ten-Tec. The official show hotel for the Ten-Tec Hamfest and the SEDCO DX and Contest Conference (see below) is Mainstay Suites in Pigeon Forge, TN, 6 miles south of the Ten-Tec factory. A special room rate has been blocked off for attendees. Reserve under rate code SEDCO for either or both Friday and Saturday nights by calling (865) 428-8350 or toll free (888) 428-8350.
No overnight camping or overnight parking at Ten-Tec. Please no ATV or 4 wheelers. Limited Handicap parking available on East side of building.
SEDCO
Also on Saturday, September 25th – after the Ten-Tec Hamfest, the fun continues into the evening with the 6th annual SEDCO DX and Contest Conference, to be held at Mainstay Suites in Pigeon Forge, TN. This event is separate from the Ten-Tec hamfest and is sponsored and organized by SEDCO (Southeastern DXers and Contesters) and is being run as a NON-PROFIT event by W4NL, KA4S, and W4UWC. Ten-Tec and DX Publishing – publishers of DX Magazine – are providing support and endorsing the event.
See SEDCO web site for additional information.
© 2010 - Call Sales: (800) 833-7373 - Email Sales: sales@tentec.com
Hope to see you all there this year !!
TenTec Home
http://www.tentec.com/index.php
Hot weather tips from folks.....
Tips for dealing with hot weather.
Wet Towel
Drape a wet towel around your neck when you are mowing or taking care of other lawn and garden chores. It will keep you much cooler and you will not have the back of your neck sunburned. Keep a cooler nearby with ice water and wring the towel out in this occasionally as you work.
By Harlean from Arkansas
Quick Cool Off or Ice Pack
A wet, wrung out wash cloth or hand towel, frozen in a zipper bag is a good ice pack for injury or just to rub on your body for a quick cool off in the heat.
By Linda
Drink Lots of Water in Hot Weather
Avoid dehydration in the hot weather by keeping a water bottle handy and sipping all day. If you get a 32 oz bottle, just 2 full bottles gives you the 8 recommended glasses. Of course, always drink when you are thirsty, even if you've had your 8 a day.
By Linda
Spray Bottle in The Car
Take a spray bottle in the car with cool water. When you are feeling too hot just spray your arms, legs, feet, and face with the water. It really cools you off. Some people keep the spray bottle in the refrigerator then take it to the car when they leave. This is especially helpful if you don't have or don't want to use air conditioning. The air blowing by and the fan helps cool you off.
Keeping Cool
Lots of shade trees and tall bushes on property.
Reverse cycle window fans if you can't afford or don't want to use A/C. If they're not under awnings or something similar put them on exhaust during heavy rains or rain will suck in and short them out. Don't turn them off unless there's threatening lightning as water can still blow in and short them out. With the double fans it has been our history that the left one will short out first. We have 3 that are like that. If the controls are independent you can still use the other fan.
Pull drapes, shades whatever you have to cover windows on sunny side of house and put those window fans on exhaust.Put the fans on the cool side on Intake and let light in those windows to save on power .
Reverse cycle ceiling fans are nice too. Help keep cool in summer, warm in winter and look great too. Like all fans they are Not fun to clean.
We don't have A/C in our van (way too costly to fix), I got a fan that plugs in the lighter outlet and at least stirs the air. It even has a little slot for air freshener pellets.
The water spray is a great idea and there's water spray battery fans too. Also, get some cheap battery fans. They are wonderful for hot weather power outages.
Don't forget to drink several glasses of water a day. I am finally becoming a believer in this and I get more exercise too. I like to walk in the rain in my yard clothes when there's no threat of lightning. I wear old cloth sandals or flipflops and keep a big towel inside my porch to wrap in. This can feel so good and do wonders for the hair and skin as long as it isn't thundering, you stay close to the house, watch your step and don't chill.
By Linne Dodds
FCA Hot Weather Tips.....
We all suffer in hot weather. However, for elderly and disabled people and those with chronic health conditions such as vascular disease or diabetes, the weather does not have to hit 100 degrees to cause heat stress or even deadly heat stroke.
As we age, we gradually lose the ability to perspire and regulate our body temperature. This is why older people tend to overdress—they don't feel heat the same way anymore. Heart rates do not speed up-or return to normal-as fast during exercise. Older skin also thins and offers less protection from the sun. Poor circulation, heart, lung and kidney diseases, and high blood pressure increase the risk for heat-related illness. Being overweight or underweight also increases risk.
Medications taken for a variety of diseases and symptoms can also interfere with one's ability to manage hotter weather. These medications include antipsychotic drugs commonly given to Alzheimer's patients to control agitation, anticholinergic drugs, tranquilizers, sedatives (including over-the-counter sleeping pills), amphetamines, diuretics and drugs to control blood pressure, antihistamines, and some antidepressants.
A person with cognitive impairment, whether from disease or injury, may not be able to communicate distress. In some cases, they may not even "feel" the heat or discomfort because of changes in the brain's abilities to process sensory information or regulate their body's responses to heat.
TIPS FOR STAYING COOL
Caregivers can prevent a heat-related emergency (hyperthermia) by keeping a loved one cool, watching for signs of heat stress and following these tips for dealing with hot weather.
Wear cool clothing: See that the person is dressed in light-weight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing, preferably of natural fabrics like cotton. Use hats and umbrellas outside. If the air conditioning appears to bother the person, offer layers, such as a long-sleeved shirt or sweater over the shoulders, or a light cloth over the ankles.
Use air conditioning: Keep the air conditioning on below 80 degrees F. If you don't have air conditioning, invest in a room air conditioner or use room fans to circulate inside air. If possible, drive the person a short distance to an air-conditioned place where they can sit, such as a library, mall, restaurant or theater. But avoid overcrowded places and rush hours.
Cover windows: During the day, pull the curtains on all windows that are in direct sunlight. Open windows at night and use fans or cross-ventilation to circulate cooler air. (An open, uncovered window during the day will simply make the inside temperature the same as outside.)
Avoid direct sun: Stay indoors during the hottest hours, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Drive as close to the door of destinations as possible, but don't leave the person in the car where temperatures can soar quickly. If the person wants to be outside, make sure it's during cooler hours and that he or she is in the shade, on a covered porch, or under an umbrella. Also check the news for information about temperatures, humidity levels and air pollution alerts.
Eliminate or limit physical activity: If the person's physician approves light exercise such as walking and movement exercises, limit them to short periods during cool hours. Eliminate entirely on very hot days.
Drink plenty of fluids: Give the person plenty of water and fruit or vegetable juice even if they say they're not thirsty. No alcohol, coffee or tea. Seek medical help if you suspect dehydration.
Light meals: Avoid hot, heavy meals and don't use the oven.
Monitor medications: Find out if the person's medications increase his or her risk for heat stress. Be sure to ask a physician about all the medications being taken, including off-the-shelf items.
Take cool showers: Help the person take a cooling shower or bath. Lay a cool, moistened towel over the forehead or back of the neck and replace often.
Check in often: If the person lives alone, check in daily or ask a neighbor to look in several times a day. If the person lacks transportation, make sure someone takes him or her to and from appointments, grocery stores, etc.
Inform others: If the person is in a nursing home or other facility, make sure the facility has a plan for dealing with rising temperatures and is following the tips mentioned above. Visit as often as possible.
Be alert: Remember that a cognitively-impaired person may not be able to tell you when he or she is feeling hot or ill. Also, older people tend to feel colder than younger people so they may not sense the danger of hotter weather.
SIGNS OF HEAT-RELATED PROBLEMS
If you are caring for an elderly or disabled person, learn the signs of heat-related problems. Seek medical assistance for any of the following signs and - if you suspect heat stroke - call 911 or medical personnel immediately.
Headache, nausea and fatigue are signs of at least some heat stress.
Heat fatigue: cool, moist skin, a weakened pulse, feeling faint.
Heat syncope: sudden dizziness, pale, sweaty looking skin that is moist and cool to the touch, weakened pulse and rapid heart rate but normal body temperature (that is, 98.6 degrees, taken with a thermometer).
Heat cramps: muscle spasms in the abdomen, arms or legs after exercise. (Note that these may be caused by lack of salt but do not give salt or salt tablets without consulting a physician.)
Heat exhaustion: this is warning that the body is getting too hot. Watch for thirst, giddiness, weakness, lack of coordination, nausea, and profuse sweating. Cold, clammy skin. Body temperature may be normal (98.6 degrees). Pulse is normal or raised slightly. Pupils may contract. Urination decreases and the person may vomit.
Heat stroke: this is life-threatening. Immediate medical attention is required. Death can occur quickly when heat stroke occurs. Body temperature rises above 100 degrees F (some sources say 104 degrees F), and the person may become confused, combative, behave bizarrely, feel faint, stagger. Pulse is rapid. Skin is dry, flushed and may feel hot. Lack of sweating. Breathing may be fast and shallow. Pupils may widen or dilate. Delirium, seizures or convulsions, and coma are possible.
To alleviate symptoms for any heat-related problem and while waiting for medical help:
Have the person lie down in a cool place.
Elevate the feet.
Apply cool, wet cloths or water to the skin, especially the head, groin and armpits which cool quickly.
Fan by hand or with an electric fan.
If possible, give small sips of cool water (no salt without a doctor's approval)
Do not use rubbing alcohol.
And remember - if you suspect heat stroke, call 911 or summon medical personnel immediately.
Following a heat stress episode, a person will likely feel tired and weak for several days. Continued monitoring is important.
From The CDC..on swimming ...
Oceans, Lakes & Rivers
In warm weather, oceans, lakes, and rivers are a source of enjoyment for people across the country. CDC’s Healthy Swimming web site is heavily focused on swimming in chlorinated and disinfected swimming venues. Below you will find useful information from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and other groups that are focused on natural bodies of water like oceans, lakes, and rivers. Please remember that the six steps for prevention of recreational water illnesses (RWIs) also apply to swimming in these natural bodies of water.
Checking Water Quality at the Beach
State Beach Bacterial Monitoring Program Information
This site posts recent beach monitoring information for coastal and Great Lakes states. Visit this site to find out if selected beaches are open for swimming based on recent bacterial testing results.
Local Beach Information
Check out whether bacterial levels in the water are monitored at your local beach and whether the beach is open for swimming (information available from EPA and is only for U.S. coastal/marine and Great Lakes beaches).
Beach Watch
EPA's homepage for their beach protection activities includes beach reports, references, action plans, upcoming meetings, and frequently asked questions.
Prevention
Before You Go to the Beach (EPA brochure) [PDF - 71 kb]
Since many factors affect the water quality at the beach, it is important for you to know about the environmental conditions that affect water quality. This brochure tells you what you need to know about beach water pollution, the health risks associated with swimming in polluted water, and who to contact if you think the water at the beach is contaminated.
Six Steps for Healthy Swimming: Protection Against Recreational Water Illnesses (RWIs)
You can choose to swim healthy! Healthy Swimming behaviors will help protect you and your kids from recreational water illnesses (RWIs) and help stop germs from getting in the pool in the first place.
Here are six steps that promote Healthy Swimming:
Three Steps for All Swimmers
Keep germs from causing recreational water illnesses (RWIs):
Don't swim when you have diarrhea. You can spread germs in the water and make other people sick.
Don't swallow the pool water. Avoid getting water in your mouth.
Practice good hygiene. Shower with soap before swimming and wash your hands after using the toilet or changing diapers. Germs on your body end up in the water.
Three Steps for Parents of Young Kids
Keep germs out of the pool:
Take your kids on bathroom breaks or check diapers often. Waiting to hear "I have to go" may mean that it's too late.
Change diapers in a bathroom or a diaper-changing area and not at poolside. Germs can spread in and around the pool.
Wash your child thoroughly (especially the rear end) with soap and water before swimming. Invisible amounts of fecal matter can end up in the pool.
I have had several folks ask why I haven't been on the 2 meter,220 or 440 repeaters... this is easy, I have been very busy with working on the house, Cathy and I have been getting out a little more, I have been working HF special events and just talking to folks all over the world, also a main concern has been my son Jack who now is in Iraq...plus I had been busy with field day and the Titanic event coming up in April of 2011... plus Sevier County Emergency Radio business and training... not a lot of time, but I do look forward to Thursday for the net, which I hope that you will attend...oh yes there is my regular paying job, lol anyway I do try to at least listen a lot if possible... so thats why I haven't been on like I use to ...
Dave Beckler will be down to see us Sevier County Emergency Radio Service (ARES-RACES) in August to continue the organization of putting the Titanic special event together.. He will be attending our monthly meeting ......There will also be a training class at this meeting..for all who are interested.....
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Well that's it for this week hope that you will join us for the net this Thursday at 7:30 on the 145.470 repeater..also would like to invite everyone to the SCERS/RACES/ARES net on Monday at 7:30 pm also on the 145.470..
And on a final note, we all know that there are some recital orifice's out there trying to JAM the 2 meter repeaters, well, everyone please check your reverse when this starts, also keep your power low so that the persons signal can be located easier, there are folks out there looking,the best they can, let's police our own self, without the use of the FCC, cause if they come in you can bet there will be citations for any violation, I was told that one was caught a CB operator, my opinion he should have been charged and fined,and everyone should know who he is, our local repeaters and their owners make sure that the repeaters are up and running in case of a emergency or major event..Remember WHEN ALL ELSE FAILS AMATEUR RADIO WILL BE THERE, METERS Net on the 94 has been JAMMED for going on 10 weeks now, the 470 ARG Net has had JAMMING done, A Skywarn net JAMMED, I hear folks on a certain repeater say these clubs and organizations are a joke,well at least they are trying to do something other than running their mouth and sitting on their butts, talking about other folks.... So to those, how about helping out also in catching these JAMMER's and use your time to create a little peace and good amateur practice on our frequencies, that we have been allocated.. If I upset you, oh well maybe you have a guilty feeling that you maybe one of these people......we are not CBer's we all have earned our license and made great efforts to pass the exams...The greatest thing that has happed this year is the new Tech test, its got electronic math and schematics,so those will have to really study now,its like the way we took test in the past before they eased up on the test's ... Way to go ..
73
Until Next Time
Rick Sr...
