Log into the ARRL and search for Learning Network or Library or
www.arrl.org/arrl-learning-network
Log into the ARRL and search for Learning Network or Library or
www.arrl.org/arrl-learning-network
Log into the ARRL and search for Learning Network or Library or
www.arrl.org/arrl-learning-network
George Cooley, NG7A, ARRL Life Member
Thursday, August 6, 2020, 12:30 PM PDT / 3:30 PM EDT (1930 UTC)
Introduction to Digital FM Modes
Korey Chandler Sr., WA5RR
Tuesday, August 11, 2020, 5 PM PDT / 8 PM EDT (0000 UTC on Wednesday, August 12)
Introduction to Computer Logging
Steven Lott Smith KG5VK
Thursday, August 13, 2020, 12:30 PM PDT / 3:30 PM EDT (1930 UTC)
Capture the Magic of 6 Meters
Jim Wilson, K5ND
Tuesday, August 18, 2020, 10 AM PDT / 1 PM EDT (1700 UTC)
The Sport of Finding Hidden Transmitters On Foot
Robert Frey, WA6EZV, ARRL Amateur Radio Direction Finding Committee
Thursday, August 20, 2020, 12:30 PM PDT / 3:30 PM EDT (1930 UTC)
Recorded Webinars
Go to https://www.qsotodayhamexpo.com/ to learn more – get registered by July 24th!
We are reaching out to let you know that despite the closure of many ham radio events, there is a great opportunity to join your fellow hams and us at the first–ever
QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo
on Saturday and Sunday, August 8 – 9, 2020.
Attendance is free and registration is now open at https://www.qsotodayhamexpo.com
with early bird prize incentives for registering by July 24, 2020.
Built on a live, virtual platform used by Fortune 500 companies and major universities, this ARRL–sanctioned hamfest will let you:
Learn from a packed line-up of 70+ world renowned ham radio speakers such as Ward Silver, N0AX, on Grounding and Bonding; Glen Johnson, W0GJ, on DXpeditions, and John Portune, W6NBC, on building slot antennas for HOA.
Listen to the amazing keynote by Dr. Scott Wright, K0MD, on COVID-19: Amateur radio’s impact on problem solving to create a global response to the pandemic.
Learn from a packed line-up of 70+ world renowned ham radio speakers on a variety of topics for those new to the hobby as well as experienced radio amateurs.
Hear from 6 outstanding youth, our hobby’s future leaders.
See demos of the latest ham radio equipment; ask questions and engage with Exhibitors through video, audio, or chat.
Share ideas and network with your fellow hams throughout the Expo.
And if you’ve never been to a Hamfest or Expo, you can participate from the convenience of your home or office without spending a dime on travel!
This platform simulates a full convention experience with an exhibit hall and exhibit booths staffed by live attendants, speaker auditorium, lobby, and lounges.
Go to https://www.qsotodayhamexpo.com/ to learn more!
Don’t forget to get registered by July 24th!
We look forward to having you join us at Expo for an amazing and engaging experience.
Smokey is counting on us!
Let it be known that British liberties are not the grants of princes or parliament……… That is liberty and liberty will reign in America!
John Adams
The Walker fire is now at 1000 acres and has 0% containment. There is a Evacuation advisory for the area. We have a few ARES team members in the area, if they have any frontline information, please sent it to me.
Here is the Cal Fire incident webpage https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/2020/6/16/walker-fire/
I will keep you posted, be Safe,
Sam – WS6P
ARES Emergency Coordinator – Calaveras County
RACES Radio Officer – Calaveras County
Hm: (209) 293-4010
1st Net Cell: (209) 418-9207
W6WPT Repeater 440.100 + T100
WIRES-X node 33432
A: Participants should use their own call signs. Except for Class C (mobile) entries, all transmitters, receivers, and antennas located within a 1,000-foot-diameter circle may operate using a single call sign. This prohibits the use of a single call sign from more than one location. Under the 2020 waiver, those operating from home, including backyard operations, must use their own station call signs. Multiple home stations operating with a club call sign or modified club call sign, such as W1AW-1, W1AW-2, W1AW-3, etc., are not allowed.
Q: How does my club submit an aggregate club score? Does the club need to add up each participating member’s scores and submit a club entry with the aggregate score under the club call sign?
A: Each participant will submit his or her own independent entry under his or her call sign. ARRL will calculate the aggregate score based upon the club name entered on the official Field Day entry form via the web applet (preferred method) or on the paper Field Day entry form. In order for results to be tabulated correctly, all club participants must enter the club’s official name exactly the same, avoiding abbreviations or acronyms. This is important!
Q: Our group is still planning to operate at the usual Field Day site, but some members do not feel comfortable gathering in a large group this year. Can we still submit an entry using the club call sign, as well as have members operating from home using their own call signs?
A: Yes. If your club is still hosting a group Field Day effort, it will submit an entry as usual, using the club call sign. Club members operating at home will submit separate entries with their own call signs and will enter the club name on the entry form for club aggregate scoring.
Q: Can a club member operate from home using the club call sign?
A: Yes, but the call sign may only be used in one location. The member must receive permission from the trustee of the club call sign.
Q: Our club normally enters Field Day in Class A. If we operate from our home stations, in which class should individual members enter in order to be included in the aggregate club score?
A: Each member will operate independently and will submit the entry using whatever class applies to their operation. Typically, home stations running on commercial ac power are Class D, while home stations running on battery, solar, generator, or the like (i.e., not from ac mains) are Class E. When the results are published, each club member will be listed in the results under the class in which they operated. For 2020 only, aggregate club scores will be listed by the club name in a separate listing. Read more.
Refer to the complete rules to determine eligibility for bonus points. — Thanks to ARRL Contest Program Manager Paul Bourque, N1SFE,
Field Day Rules
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