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New England QSO Party, May 2-3

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New England QSO Party logo

New England QSO Party
2000Z Saturday until 0500Z Sunday (4pm EDT Saturday until 1am EDT Sunday) 1300Z Sunday until 2400Z Sunday (9am EDT Sunday until 8pm EDT Sunday).

Tom Frenaye, K1KI writes on the YCCC reflector:

Will you be active this year? Sure would like to hear from you if so. There are lots of new contesters that get their start in state QSO parties, and a good number of others who chase counties and enjoy focusing on working one part of the world. From New England, it’s a lot of fun to be the target – rates are usually quite good.

Basic rules: Date: First full weekend of May (May 2-3, 2015)

Contest Period: 2000Z Saturday until 0500Z Sunday (4pm EDT Saturday until 1am EDT Sunday) and 1300Z Sunday until 2400Z Sunday (9am EDT Sunday until 8pm EDT Sunday).

Categories: Single-operator high power, low power(150w or less) and QRP(5w or less) categories, plus multi-operator, single transmitter. Same four categories for mobiles.

Contest Exchange: Send signal report and state/province (DX stations send signal report and “DX”). New England stations send signal report, county and state. You can find the full rules at http://neqp.org/rules.html .

Please let us know if you’ll be active by sending a brief email to info@neqp.org We’ll update the Reserve Your County page with your call if you let us know. http://www.neqp.org/ryc.html.

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ARES Mobilization during the running of the 2015 Boston Marathon – Monday 4/20/15

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A special mobilization of EMA ARES personnel who are not involved with the operation of the event.  Details are in the document via the link below:

DO NOT RESPOND TO INCIDENTS WITHIN THE MARATHON ZONE OR INTERFERE WITH THEIR COMMUNICATIONS.  Our role would be to assist with problems happening elsewhere in the Section.

Many thanks in advance for your help


73,

Michael P. Neilsen, W1MPN
EMA Section Emergency Coordinator and Special Advisor to NWS Taunton CWA SKYWARN

Office Answering Service: 978.293.7858

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National Brain Tumor Society Bike Ride, May 17

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Brett Smith, AB1RL writes on Boston ARC list:

The National Brain Tumor Society is planning their 2015 Boston fundraising bike ride and they’re looking for amateur radio volunteers.

The ride takes place on Sunday, May 17, starting from 200 West Street in Waltham. The first wave of riders take off at 7:45 AM. Volunteers will work from 7:00 AM until the early afternoon, with lunch provided.

Jim Bradley, KB1JKJ, is organizing the hams for this event. To volunteer, please write him with the following information:

  • Your call sign, full name, and name you prefer on the air
  • Contact information: your e-mail address, postal address, and phone numbers where you can be reached (cell, home, office)
  • Your shirt size
  • The transmit band(s) of your radio(s), and other equipment you could bring
  • Do you have any needs or requests we should consider when making your assignment?

Jim can also answer any questions you have about the event.

Thank you, and 73, ​

Brett Smith, AB1RL
Public Service Coordinator, Boston Amateur Radio Club

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APRIL 2015 SECTION NEWS

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ARRL EASTERN MASSACHUSETTS (EMA) SECTION

Section Manager (SM) – Tom Walsh, K1TW
Assistant Section Manager (ASM) – Phil Temples, K9HI
Affiliated Club Coordinator (ACC) – Arthur “Bo” Budinger, WA1QYM
Official Observer Coordinator (OOC) – Ed Parish, K1EP
Public Information Coordinator (PIC) – Bob Salow, WA1IDA
Section Emergency Coordinator (SEC) – Mike Neilsen, W1MPN
Section Traffic Manager (STM) – Marcia Forde, KW1U
Section Youth Coordinator (SYC) – Jeremy Breef-Pilz, KB1REQ
State Government Liaison (SGL) – Hank Mc Carl, W4RIG
Technical Coordinator (TC) – Dan Brown, W1DAN

APRIL 2015 SECTION NEWS

Welcome to the April EMA section news. I start as usual with updates
from your ARRL section staff.

Paul Laconto, W1NP, honored as the first EMA recipient of the new ARRL
Amateur Radio Service to Scouting Award.

“After retiring to the Cape, Paul joined the Cape Cod & Islands
Council in 2006 when he became a committee member of Troop 76 in
Harwich and later the District Committee. With him he brought exposure
to Amateur Ham Radio. For the last 7 years with the help of the
Barnstable Amateur Radio Club, Paul has been instrumental in organizing
JOTA “Jamboree on the Air” and starting an Amateur Radio Club 73 at
the Lighthouse Charter School for middle school. Many of our boy scouts
have received their Radio and the 2010 historical Signaling MB because
of his efforts.” (Thanks to Elaine Mason, KB1VAJ, for this
information).

The ARRL recognizes actively involved Scouting leaders who make a
significant contribution to providing Scouts with a memorable and
valuable Amateur Radio experience. Nominations should be sent to your
Section Manager. Full details including how to nominate someone are
found on the ARRL web site at
<http://www.arrl.org/news/boy-scouts-recognize-arrl-amateur-radio-service-to-scouting-award>.

This month, I continued with my section travels by speaking to the
members of the Framingham Amateur Radio Association at their monthly
meeting on April 2 at the Framingham Police Department. The visit was
arranged before I assumed the section duties, and afforded a wonderful
opportunity to meet with another excellent Eastern Massachusetts radio
club.

Bo Budinger, WA1QYM, Affiliated Club Coordinator (ACC) has a note for
all EMA ARRL Affiliated Clubs. It is important to have the information
about your club on the ARRL web site updated every year. Once a club is
affiliated with the ARRL it is always affiliated. A club does run the
risk of becoming non-active and have its listing removed from the ARRL
web page listing of Affiliated Clubs if it is not updated every year.
Bo reminds us this is a simple procedure and only takes a few minutes.
Log on to the ARRL web site and go to Updating Your Club Record at:
<http://www.arrl.org/club-update>. Follow the instructions under:
“update your club information”. It is as simple as that.

Marcia Forde, KW1U, Section Traffic Manager (STM) sadly reports that
Dave Spaulding, N1LUM, became a silent key on March 3, 2015. Dave was
Net Manager for the Heavy Hitters Traffic Net (HHTN).

Brass Pounders League (BPL).
Marcia Forde, KW1U, reports the following EMA amateurs qualified for
the ARRL BPL and will be recognized in QST: KW1U

ARRL Public Service Honor Roll (PSHR).
Marcia Forde, KW1U, reports the following EMA amateurs qualified for
the ARRL PSHR and will be recognized in QST: N1UMJ, KW1U, N1IQI, N1TF,
and KB1CIC

EMA Section Field Day Locator Map <http://fd.ema.arrl.org/>.
This invaluable tool, skillfully managed by Bill Ricker, N1VUX, is for
anyone searching for information about Field Day in Eastern
Massachusetts. Bill has managed to capture an amazing wealth of
information on the history of past field days, current plans, travel
plans, etc. Please see his note to club officers and FD chairs.
Looking for a Field Day near your home, visit the Directory. All clubs
and other Field Day sites should send in their plans and locations to
Bill just as soon as possible at <n1vux@arrl.net>.

Section Manager Field Day Travel planning.
Would your club appreciate a visit from the Section Manager during the
field day weekend? If so, please contact me at <k1tw@arrl.org> and
I’ll see if I can make arrangements. I will be concentrating on the
northern area of the section this year and hope to respond in kind next
year for our southern locations.

ARRL NEW ENGLAND DIVISION HAMFEST – BOXBORO! 2015

Boxboro! 2015 will be held from August 21-23 at the Holiday Inn,
Boxborough, MA. Gordon West will be the keynote speaker at the
Saturday evening banquet. Jeff Jolie, NM1Y, a member of the K1N 2015
Navassa DXpedition will be the keynote speaker at the Friday DX Dinner.
Tickets for both banquets are now available at the BOXBORO! 2015
website, <http://www.boxboro.org>.

FLEA MARKETS

APRIL 12, FRAMINGHAM, MA:
The Framingham Amateur Radio Association is holding its ham radio flea
market on Sunday, April 12, 2015 at Keefe Technical School in
Framingham. Ham exams will be held. Talk-in will be provided on
147.15. Full information may be found at
<http://www.w1fy.org/Flea.aspx>.

MAY 1-2, NEARFEST in DEERFIELD, NH
The twice annual New England Amateur Radio Festival in Deerfield NH is
coming soon. Both Friday and Saturday are packed with interesting
forums on varied topics such as “Buddipole in the Field”,
“Introduction to Radio Contesting”, “Introduction to Software
Defined Radio using inexpensive USB TV Tuner Sticks”, “More R390A
Fun”, and a “DMR Update”. It’s a very full program. Full
details can be found at < http://www.near-fest.com:8084/nearfest/>.

OTHER EVENTS

SATURDAY, APRIL 11: Tech in a Day
The Cape Ann Amateur Radio Association (CAARA) is sponsoring a “Tech in
a day” session at the Lanesville Community Center on 8 Vulcan Street in
Gloucester. The all-day study course starts at 8:30 AM and ends later
in the afternoon with the FCC Technician Class Amateur Radio license
test. The course costs $20.00 which includes course study material,
snacks and the test fee. For those interested in taking the course and
to reserve a spot please contact course leader Stan Stone W4HIX at
<techinaday@caara.net>.

SUNDAY, APRIL 12, 1-4:30 PM: YCCC OPEN HOUSE
Yankee Clipper Contest Club (YCCC) will be holding an Open House in
Sturbridge MA, which will include two presentations that are oriented
towards newly licensed or upgraded hams:
“What’s the Best HF Transceiver for Me? -A Radio Selection
Strategy” – by Brian Machesney, K1LI and others.
“Antenna Selection and Design- What’s Important” – by Joe
Reisert, W1JR.
YCCC is a club of over 350 members who are interested in Contesting.
All hams are welcome and invited to attend this meeting. Full details
at <http://www.yccc.org/>.

SUNDAY, APRIL 12: MS WALK BOSTON
The MS Walk Boston is this coming Sunday, April 12, around Boston
University’s Nickerson Fields. It supports the National MS Society,
and assignments run from 8am to the early afternoon. To volunteer or
get more information, contact Rick Savage, KB1LYJ via
<rpsavage@comcast.net>. (info via Wellesley ARS newsletter).

APRIL 14-15: MARITIME RADIO DAY
The Southeastern Massachusetts Amateur Radio Association (SEMARA) web
page <http://semara.org/maritime-radio-day-april-14th-15th/> contains
news about Maritime Radio Day. Whitey, K1VV, is expected to sign using
K1VV/NJPJ since he served aboard that ship.

APRIL 17-18-19, FRIDAY-SUNDAY
41st ANNUAL EASTERN VHF/UHF/MICROWAVE CONFERENCE
BAYMONT INN & SUITES, 20 Taylor St., Manchester, CT 06042
(Just a few miles northeast of Hartford, CT off I-84, at Exit 63)
Registration web page at <http://www.newsvhf.com/vhfconf.html>

SUNDAY, APRIL 26: RUN OF THE CHARLES
The Run of the Charles is a suite of canoe and kayak races for all
different group sizes and course lengths. The event draws all kinds of
participants, and they all rely on hams to help keep the event running
safely and smoothly. Volunteers for this event must have a dual-band
(2m and 70cm) handheld radio and an antenna with improved gain over the
stock rubber duck. For more information, visit the race web site at
<http://www.crwa.org/run-of-the-charles>.

SUNDAY, APRIL 26: GROTON ROAD RACE
This is a major event for Amateur Radio in North Central Massachusetts
traditionally supported by several amateur radio clubs. The Groton
Road Race is a low-stress event and a great way to gain more experience
with the public service aspect of amateur radio. Please consider
joining us on the 26th. If you are interested in helping at these
events but unsure of what is expected of you or what equipment you may
need, please contact Ralph Swick, <ralph@kd1sm.net>

SUNDAY, MAY 3: PROJECT BREAD SERVICE EVENT
Project Bread Walk for Hunger on Sunday, May 3rd, 2015 is looking for
people to provide communications support for the Project Bread staff
and volunteers along the 20 mile walk. This will be the 47th running of
the event. Signup at <http://www.mmra.org/wfh/>. If you have questions
please send an email to: <wfh15@mmra.org>. (Info via Wellesley ARS
newsletter).

MAY 15-17: LICENSE IN A WEEKEND CLASS
This class is offered by the Falmouth Amateur Radio Association. More
information and registration details can be found at
<http://www.falara.org>.

MORE NEWS

Preparations are continuing for Marathon Monday, April 20. Many EMA
volunteers will be actively engaged.

Charlie Learoyd, K1PUB, Massachusetts 13 Colonies Coordinator is
seeking clubs and amateurs to support operating K2H during the 13
colonies special event between June 30 and July 5.

The ARRL has announced the window to apply for Centennial Points
Challenge and W1AW WAS awards is now open. Full details at
<http://www.arrl.org/news/arrl-centennial-points-challenge-w1aw-was-awards-application-window-open>.

The Falmouth Amateur Radio Association is running several Friday
sessions, beginning on April 10, to teach Morse code to 6th, 7th, and
8th graders.

The Pilgrim Amateur Wireless Association (PAWA), located in Taunton
completed its fourth and final Amateur Extra Mentoring class followed
by a VE session conducted by N1UEC and his crew from the Canton/Norwood
area. PAWA is very pleased to report that all four students who
completed the class also passed the Extra Class exams. The PAWA is now
considering a General mentoring class for next winter. Dates and times
will be announced this fall. Congratulations to John, N1OTY, and the
gang at PAWA for a fine accomplishment.

Niece Haynes, KA1ULN, presented a talk about The Young Ladies Radio
League (YLRL) on April 1 at the Billerica ARS (BARS) meeting in
Bedford. Niece is the YLRL District 1 chairwoman.

Cape Ann Amateur Radio Association (CAARA) reports having a new 440
repeater on the air.

The Framingham Amateur Radio Association reports they will have a booth
at Earth Day on April 22, including both HF and VHF stations. The
location is the Framingham Town Green. They are looking for operators.
Contact Sumner, W1VIV, <w1viv@rcn.net> for more information.

The Quannapowitt Radio Association (QRA) had an excellent talk from
Steve Telsey, N1BDA, on amateur radio traffic handling. QRA is
encouraging all of their members to become ELMERS in what they call a
“new approach to helping our new hams.” This is a wonderful idea.
The QRA website is found at <http://www.w1ekt.org>.

PART of Westford,<http://www.wb1gof.org/index.html> has once again been
asked to provide communications for the Westford Kiwanis Apple Blossom
Parade this year which is on Saturday, May 16th, 2015. Contact Terry
Stader <ka8scp@wb1gof.org> if you are interested and can assist or need
more information.

PART of Westford Field Day planning seems to be off to another great
start with lots of volunteers already for many positions. Contact
George, K1IG, <K1IG@arrl.net> for further information.

PART of Westford is planning a Kit Building session on Saturday April
25. The selected kit is a TECSUN 2P3 super-heterodyne AM radio kit.

The Wellesley Amateur Radio Society (WARS) meeting on March 21 had Carl
Achin, WA1ZCQ, talk about QRP low power operating. The next meeting on
May 16 will have as their guest speaker, Mr. Frank Ventura from the
Mass Commission for the Blind with a talk on keeping IT systems up and
running.

And finally…

During the past several months, many dedicated amateurs in our region
devoted many hours to supporting Skywarn, ARES, and section emergency
communications during this record setting winter. Clubs faced many
challenges too in just being able to hold meetings. We all owe these
fine amateur radio operators a sincere thank-you for a job well done.

April is finally here. I don’t know about you, but after this
winter, that alone is enough for me at least!

See you next month.

73,

Tom, K1TW

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ARRL Eastern Massachusetts Section
Section Manager: Thomas D Walsh, K1TW
k1tw@arrl.org
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HEAVY HITTERS TRAFFIC NET (HHTN)

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Due to the passing of Dave Spalding N1LUM, HHTN currently has no manager and only one NCS who has been running the net on Friday evenings. Scott, N1SGB has faithfully been covering Friday evenings for some time and would like to see the net continue and hopefully rebuild.  Until further notice, this net will run only on Friday evenings on the MinuteMan Repeater Association linked repeaters at 10 PM.  If we can rebuild the net, we will increase the sessions accordingly.  HHTN has been in existance for longer than I can remember (and that is a long time).  It would be a shame to see it disappear altogether.  Please support Scott and check in on Fridays.  Hope to see you there.

73, Marcia KW1U, STM

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New England Area Flea Markets April Update

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All events are Ham Radio/ Electronic related except ~_____~

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2015                                                  Contact            Source  
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11,12 Apr Wakefield MA Photographica @AmericalCtr ~photo~  John 781 592 2553  

11 Apr Windsor CT VR+C Mus 115 Pierson LN @8AM             John 860 673 0518  

12 Apr Framingham MA FARA @KeefeTech $5@9 $25/T    Steve KB1NIV 508 872 9336  +
  
18 Apr S Portland ME PAWA @Am Legion                Bryce K1GAX 207 415 0498 A+

19 April Cambridge MA        Flea at MIT                  Mitch 617 253 3776 F 
                        Third Sunday April thru October   

25 Apr Brookline NH NEARC Antique $5@8:30 $10@7:30        Bruce 603 772 7516 W   

25 Apr Gales Ferry CT RASON Auction @FireHs $2@10   Gary WT1SND 860 884 4218  +  

1,2 May Deerfield NH NEARfest XVII @FG               Mike K1TWF 978 250 1235 R   

9 May E Greenbush NY EGARA @FireCo $6@8 $6/T@6       Tom KC2FCP 518 272 1494 W   

17 May Cambridge MA            Flea at MIT                Mitch 617 253 3776 F   

30 May Goshen CT SoBARC @FG $5@8                     Stan W2VID 518 398 7003 W+   

31 May Fishkill NY MtBARC $5@8 S$5@7 @QWL DnSTCorr  Adam KC2DAA 845 849 3666 W+   

31 May Sorel-Tracy PQ STARC $8@7 $15/T@6             Luc VE2DEW 450 743 8676 R+   

31 May Bronx NY HOSARC @HoS                      Stephen WB2KDG 718 898 5599  +   

6 June Hermon ME PSARA @8 @HS TG@6:30               Jerry K1GUP 207 848 3400   

6 June Windsor CT VR+C Mus 115 Pierson LN @8AM Outdoor     John 860 673 0518   

7 June Bethpage NY LIMARC @Briarcliffe             Richie K2KNB 516 694 4937 A+   

20 June Newington CT NARL @StMary $5@8 $15S@6    Quintin KB1EWM 860 383 8203 F+



 
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21 June Cambridge MA            Flea at  MIT              Mitch 617 253 3776 F  
                      Third Sunday April thru October

19 July Cambridge MA            Flea at  MIT              Mitch 617 253 3776 F  

16 Aug Cambridge MA             Flea at  MIT              Mitch 617 253 3776 F

21,23 Aug Boxboro MA FEMARA NE Conv                  Mike K1TWF 978 250 1235 A  

30 Aug Adams MA NoBARC @BoweFld 6:30sell 7:30buy    Eric KA1SUN 413 743 9975    

5 Sept Windsor CT VR+C Mus 115 Pierson LN @8AM Outdoor     John 860 673 0518  

13 Sept Ballston Spa NY SCRACES @FG $10@7         Darlene N2XQG 518 587 2385    

13 Sept Newtown CT CARA @TownHall$6@8 TG$10 Table$15 Bill N1PJG 203 470 1125  +

19 Sept Forestdale RI RIAFMRS @VFW $5/Sp@8           Pete AA1PL 401 639 4484    

20 Sept Cambridge MA            Flea at  MIT              Mitch 617 253 3776 F  

26 Sep Brookline NH NEARC Antique $5@8:30 $10@7:30        Bruce 603 772 7516 W

16,17 Oct Deerfield NH NEARfest XVIII @FG            Mike K1TWF 978 250 1235  

17 Oct Longueuil PQ CRARivSud $7@9 $10/T@6           Noel VE2BR 450 691 2009 R+

17,18 Oct Wakefield MA Photographica @AmericalCtr ~photo~  John 781 592 2553  

18 Oct Cambridge MA             Flea at  MIT              Mitch 617 253 3776 F

25 Oct Hicksville NY LIMARC @LevitHall $6@9 $20/T  Richie K2KNB 516 694 4937 W

14 Nov Bourne MA FARA @UpperCC VoTech $5@9 $10/S@7  Ralph N1YHS 508 548 0422  +

5 Dec  Windsor CT VR+C Mus 115 Pierson LN @8AM Indoor      John 860 673 0518  

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6 Feb Springfield VT CVFMA.org @VFW @8-12           Steve N1QDT 802 885 8110  +

5 Mar Chicopee MA MtTomARA @MooseLodge @8:30 S@6:30  Mary KB1ME 413 222 1990  +

12 Mar Dayville CT ECARA @StJosephCh $3@8A $10/T    Peter K1LNX 401 603 1485  +

25,26 Mar Lewiston ME AARC ME Conv @Ramada @8        Ivan N1OXA 207 784 0350  +
   
29,30 Apr Deerfield NH NEARfest XIX   @FG            Mike K1TWF 978 250 1235  

14,15 Oct Deerfield NH NEARfest XX    @FG            Mike K1TWF 978 250 1235  

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Cambridge MA    Flea at MIT     http://www.swapfest.us

Hopkinton NH    Hosstraders   RIP     http://www.qsl.net/k1rqg/

Boxborough MA   NE ARRL Conv    http://www.boxboro.org/

Adams MA        N BerkshireARC  http://www.nobarc.org/hamfest.htm

Dartmouth MA    SEMARA          http://www.semara.org/flea.htm

Falmouth MA     FARA            http://www.falara.org/

FeedingHills MA MTARA           http://www.mtara.org/

Framingham MA   FARA            http://www.fara.org/
                                http://www.n1em.org             

Marlboro MA     AARC            http://www.qsl.net/n1em/2015FleaFlier.pdf     +

Newton MA       Waltham ARA Auction    http://www.wara64.org/auction/

Rockport MA     CAARA           www.caara.net

S Dartmouth MA  SEMARA          http://www.semara.org/

Wakefield MA    Photographica   http://www.phsne.org/

Westford MA     NEAntiqueRC     http://www.nearc.net/

Whately MA      FranklinCARC    http://www.fcarc.org/news.htm

Worcester MA    WPI ACM         http://acm.wpi.edu/swapmeet/

Dayville CT     ECARA           http://www.qsl.net/k1muj/

Gales Ferry CT  RASON           http://www.rason.org/

Gales Ferry CT  TCARC     	http://www.qsl.net/tricityarc/               +

Goshen CT       SBARC           http://www.w1baa.org/

Hartford CT     ARRL 100th      http://www.arrl.org/convention-volunteers  

Manchester CT   VHF/UHF Conf    http://www.newsvhf.com/             
         was Enfield

Manchester CT   PVRA            http://www.pvra.net                 

Meriden CT      Nutmeg CT Conv  http://www.nutmeghamfest.com
        was Wallingford

Newington CT    NARL            http://www.narlhamfest.org/

Newtown CT      CARA            http://www.cararadioclub.org/              +

North Haven CT                  http://www.yankeehamfest.com

Southington CT  SARA            http://www.chetbacon.com/sara.htm

Vernon CT       NARC            http://hamfest.na1rc.org/

Wallingford CT  Nutmeg CT Conv  http://www.nutmeghamfest.com
         moved to Meriden CT

Windsor CT      Vintage R Mus   http://vrcmct.org/

Agusta ME       AARA            http://www.w1tlc.com/

Alexander ME    StCVARC          http://stcroixvalleyamateurradioclub.org

Hermon ME       PSARC           http://n1me.org/index.php?pr=Hamfest

Lewiston ME     AARC      http://www.w1npp.org/pages/meconvention2016.html       +      
  
S. Portland ME  PAWA            http://www.qsl.net/pawa/hamfest.html

St. Albans ME   PARC            http://www.qsl.net/parc/hamfest/hamfest.html

Thomaston ME    PBARC           http://penbayarc.org/

Windsor ME      AARA            http://www.w1tlc.com/

Brookline NH    NEAntiqueRC     http://www.nearc.net/

Deerfield NH    NEAR-Fest       http://www.near-fest.com/

Henniker NH     CVRC            http://k1bke.org/

Londonderry NH  IRS             www.irs.nhradio.org/

Manchester NH   NEAntiqueRC     http://www.nearc.net/
        Moved to Westford MA
        Moved to Brookline NH

N Conway NH     WMARC           http://www.w1mwv.com

Rochester NH    GBRA            http://www.w1fz.org/

Bergen NJ       BARA            http://www.bara.org/

Sussex NJ       SCARC    http://www.scarcnj.org/www.scarcnj.org/flyer_2007.htm

Ballston Spa NY SCRACES         http://k2dll.net/

Fishkill NY     MtBARC          http://www.wr2abb.org/          +
   was LaGrangeville
 
Lake Placid NY  NNY ARA  http://www.northnet.org/nnyham/hamfest_flyer2004.htm

Lindenhurst NY  ToB ARES        http://www.tobares.org/hamfest.html

Lindenhurst NY  GSB ARA         http://www.gsbarc.org/Hamfest.htm

Long Island NY  LIMARC          http://www.limarc.org/fest.htm

Middletown NY   OCARC           http://www.ocarc-ny.org/

Queens NY       Hall of Science http://www.hosarc.org/

Rensselaer NY   E Greenbush ARA http://www.w2egb.org/

Rochester NY    AWA             http://www.antiquewireless.org/

Rochester NY    RARA            http://www.rochesterham.org/hamfest.htm

Wallkill NY     OCARC           http://www.ocarc-ny.org/

Greenwich RI    Fidelity ARC    http://users.ids.net/~newsm/dates.html

Forestdale RI   RIFMRS          http://www.qsl.net/riafmrs/Auction.html

Woonsocket RI   BVARC           www.w1ddd.org

Colchester VT   HAM-CON VT Conv  http://www.ranv.org/hamcon.html
   Moved to S Burlington

St. Albans VT   STARC           http://www.starc.org/

Springfield VT  CVFMA           http://www.cvfma.org/

Moncton NB      TCARC           http://www.ve9tca.org/

Quispamsis NB   LCARC           http://www.lcarc.ca/

Greenwood NS    GARC            http://www.greenwoodarc.org/

Drummondville PQ  leCRdeD       http://www.raqi.ca/ve2crd/hamfest/index.html

Greenwood PQ    GARC            www.greenwoodarc.org

Laval PQ        CRALL           http://www.ve2crl.qc.ca/

Montreal PQ     MARC            http://www.marc.qc.ca/fest/fest.html

Montreal PQ     WIARC           http://www.wiarc.ca/

Montreal PQ     MS-SARC         http://www.ve2clm.ca/articles.php?lng=fr&pg=120

Montreal PQ     UMS             http://www.ve2ums.ca/agenda/pub_2007_hamf.pdf

Sorel-Tracy PQ  CRAS-T          http://www.hamfest.qc.ca/

St Romuald PQ   ARESdQ          http://raqi.ca/ve2csq/

St Therese PQ   CRALL           http://www.ve2crl.qc.ca/hamfest2002.htm

Summerside PEI  SPARC      http://www.summersidearc.com/fleamarket2009.htm

Greenwood NS    GARC            http://www.greenwoodarc.org/

Halifax NS      HARC            http://www.halifax-arc.org/

Timonium MD     GBHC            http://www.gbhc.org/

Montreal Area   MARC List       http://www.marc.qc.ca/fest/festcal.html

Canada          RAC List        http://rac.eton.ca/events/upcoming.php

Phila. Area     VARA List       http://www.qsl.net/w2vtm/hamfest.html

USA             ARRL List       http://www.arrl.org/hamfests.html

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Amended: Limited Volunteer Positions Still Available for Boston Marathon, April 20, 2015

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Mark Richards, K1MGY writes on PART list:

The Boston Marathon is one of the most visible events for Amateur Radio in New England, and perhaps the country. As of today there are 276 of your fellow Amateur Radio licensees volunteering their time and skills to keep the medical logistics and reporting operations working at top efficiency to support the 30,000 runners expected in 2015.

However, 276 radio operators is just barely sufficient — we’d like a few more. If you are interested and available for a full day of high-value public service, please let me know. If you are possibly interested but have some questions before deciding, please ask me those questions; I’ll do my best to get you answers.

The official BAA volunteer registration deadline has long passed. The BAA is working with us to get a few more hams into the system. This window won’t be open for long, so please do not hesitate too long if you are going to consider this request.

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04/04/15:

The BAA Boston Marathon needs three (3) additional Amateur Radio communications volunteers for the COURSE segment of the event.  These openings are at the Net Control Operations Centre, and in one or more Medical Stations.

The Boston Marathon is one of the most visible events for Amateur Radio in New England, and perhaps the country.  As of today there are 273 of your fellow Amateur Radio licensees volunteering their time and skills to keep the medical logistics and reporting operations working at top efficiency to support the 30,000 runners expected in 2015.

However, 273 radio operators is just barely sufficient to staff our comprehensive communications plan — we’d like a few more.  If you are interested and available for a full day of high-value public service, please let me know.  If you are possibly
interested but have some questions before deciding, please ask me those questions; I’ll do my best to get you answers.

The official BAA volunteer registration deadline has long passed.  The BAA is working with us to get a few more Hams into the system.  This window won’t be open for long, so please do not hesitate too long if you are going to consider this request.

/Mark Richards
K1MGY
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Mark Richards
29 Juniper
Littleton, MA 01460
617 592 4392
kmalittl1@gmail.com
k1mgy@arrl.net
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YCCC Open House Meeting, April 12, 2015

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The Yankee Clipper Contest Club will hold an open house meeting on Sunday, April 12, 2015 from 1-4:30 PM at the Sturbridge Host Hotel, 366 Main Street, Sturbridge, MA 01566.

Presentations will include: “Whats the Best HF Transceiver for Me? -A Radio Selection Strategy” by K1LI and others; and “Antenna Selection and Design- What’s Important” by Joe Reisert, W1JR.

See the meeting flyer for additional information.

YCCC is a club of over 350 members who are interested in contesting.

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DAVID SPALDING N1LUM SK

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It is with great sadness that I relay to you that our Dave Spalding N1LUM suffered a heart attack and became a silent key on March 3, 2015.

Dave was an active participant on the two meter traffic nets, serving as net control and message relay station, as well as manager of Heavy Hitters Traffic Net (HHTN).  He was also active on VHF packet handling messages via that means as well.  Dave was 55 years old. It was a great shock, and he will be sorely missed.  May he rest in peace. Below is a link to his obituary.

73, Marcia KW1U, Section Traffic Manager

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/norwichbulletin/obituary.aspx?n=david-spalding&pid=174355035

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Massasoit ARA Special Event Station Aboard USS Massachusetts

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The Providence Journal featured a story, “Fall River demonstration shows ‘ham radio’ still important in age of Internet” about the Massasoit Amateur Radio Association’s special event operation March 7 in Fall River. Using the call sign W1BSA, amateurs made contacts around the world to demonstrate Amateur Radio for the Boy Scouts and the general public at the USS Massachusetts museum ship. [Full story]

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Eastern Massachusetts Hospital Net – Saturday March 7 2015 at 1000 AM

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Hello Everyone,

The Net Control for the March 7, 2015 Eastern Mass Hospital Net will be the South Shore Hospital Amateur Radio Club.  The net will commence at the usual time of 10:00 AM using the repeaters listed and the Simplex frequency in the order listed.

1. Plymouth 146.685 PL 82.5
2. Belmont 145.430 PL 146.2
3. Fall River 146.805 PL 67.0
4. Sharon  146.865  PL 118.8
Simplex 147.42

The Net will then return to the Plymouth Repeater for final comments and Net closing.

NET Protocol: Please wait for Net Control to ask for Check-ins. When asked to check in please use the standard net check in procedure which is:   Here is.., un-key, wait 3 seconds to check for doubling, then give your or your facilities call sign, your first name, and your facility’s name.

We extend an invitation to the EOC of any city or town that is served by one of our participating hospitals to join the Net. We also extend an invitation to any RACES or ARES member to check in during the NET.

We are always looking for more groups or organizations to take Net Control duties. If you are interested please let us know. Our goal is to rotate Net Control practice and the experience among as many groups as possible.

Any hospital wishing to join the net that needs assistance with equipment or personnel should contact us at ssharc@gmail.com. We can assist you with getting your location on the air.

We thank the repeater trustees for their generosity in allowing us to conduct the monthly nets and the use of their systems in an actual event. The following list of repeaters are available for our use. Only a few systems are used each month with the selection of those used made by Net Control for that month.  More systems are being added to the list on a regular basis.

Attleboro 147.195 tone 127.3 (Sturdy Memorial Hospital)
Belmont 145.430 tone 146.2
Bridgewater 147.180 tone 67.0
Danvers 145.47 tone 136.5
Dartmouth 147.000 tone 67.0 
Fairhaven 145.490 tone 67.0   
Fall River 146.805. tone 67.0
Falmouth 147.375 tone 110.9 
Mansfield EMA  446.925 tone 100.0
Mansfield 147.015 tone 67.0
Marshfield 145.390 tone 67.0     
Norwood 147.210 tone 100.00
Plymouth 146.685 tone 82.5
Salem 146.88 tone 118.8       
Sharon 146.865 tone 103.5   
Weymouth 147.345 tone 110.9 (South Shore Hospital)
W. Bridgewater 146.775 dpl 244
Wrentham 147.09 tone 146.2

We look forward to hearing you all on the Net.

Respectfully,

John Barbuto

KS1Q

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South Shore Hospital Amateur Radio Club – W1SSH
c/o Volunteer Services
55 Fogg Road,
South Weymouth, MA 02190

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On-line Technician Course Offered

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Chris Johnson, N1IR has announced the launch of a no-cost, online Technician Class course. It can be found at http://www.n1ir.com/p/n1ir-tech-course.html. According to N1IR, “In as little as 20 minutes a day for 20 days, you can pass the FCC Technician Element 2 Examination.”

“Each day there is a two-part video series,” says Johnson, who serves as Education Officer for the Genesis Amateur Radio Society. “The first part is on specific sub-element theory and the second video covers all the questions and answers of the sub-element you are studying for that day. After watching the videos for that day all the student have homework assignment for the day and quiz for that days class. An on-line webinar will be available to ask questions and offer guidance for the course. A list of webinar dates will be posted on top of the N1IR tech course page.”

Questions about the course can be directed to Johnson at n1ir@arrl.net.

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MS Walk Boston Volunteers Sought

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Brett Smith, AB1RL writes:

Throughout the year, the National MS Society organizes walks to raise funds for multiple sclerosis research and patient advocacy. The Boston-area walks have long relied on hams to help ensure everyone’s safety. This year’s MS Walk Boston is on Sunday, April 12th. It starts at Boston University’s Nickerson Field, Harry Agganis Way in Boston, and runs along the Charles River. Volunteers will check in at 8:00 AM, and stay until the early afternoon.

Rick Savage, KB1LYJ, is organizing the hams for this event. To volunteer, please write him with the following information:

  • Your call sign, full name, and name you prefer on the air
  • Contact information: your e-mail address, postal address, and phone numbers where you can be reached (cell, home, office)
  • Your shirt size
  • The transmit band(s) of your radio(s), and other equipment you could bring
  • Do you have any needs or requests we should consider when making your assignment?

Rick can also answer any questions you have about the event.

Thanks for volunteering, and 73, ​

Brett Smith, AB1RL
Public Service Coordinator, Boston Amateur Radio Club

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ARRL Warns Experimental Licensee to Avoid Interference to HF Ham Activity

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ARRL flag“The ARRL has asked a Massachusetts company that plans to conduct experimental transmissions over wide portions of the HF spectrum either to avoid Amateur Radio allocations or to announce the times and frequencies of their transmissions in advance. The FCC last fall granted MITRE Corporation of Bedford, Massachusetts, a 2-year Part 5 Experimental License, WH2XCI, to operate 21 transmitters at 10 fixed New York and Massachusetts sites. MITRE plans to test wideband HF communication techniques on a variety of bands between 2.5 MHz and 16 MHz.” [Full story]

 

 

 

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New England Area Flea Markets 02-03-15

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7 Feb Springfield VT CVFMA.org @VFW @8-12           Steve N1QDT 802 885 8110 A

7 Feb Agusta ME AARA @ClbCalumet                     Bill K1NIT 207 512 0312 A

14 Feb Marlborough MA AARC @MS $5@9 $20/T@6:30  Bef 9 Tim KA1OS 508 919 6136 W

15 Feb Westford MA NEARC RadioXLVI 8AM@Regency antique    Bruce 603 772 7516 F  

28 Feb S Burlington VT RAoNVt @ HI I89 x14           Mitch W1SJ 802 879 6589 W

7 Mar Chicopee MA MtTomARA @MooseLodge @8:30 S@6:30  Mary KB1ME 413 222 1990     

8 Mar Hicksville NY LIMARC @LevitHall $6@9 $20/T   Richie K2KNB 516 694 4937 W

14 Mar Dayville CT ECARA @StJosephCh $3@8A $10/T    Peter K1LNX 401 603 1485    

15 Mar Southington CT SARA $5@8A @HS $20/T@6:15     John WA1JKR 860 621 8791 A

22 Mar Henniker NH CVRC @CommSch                      Don N1ZIH 603 707 7696 W

27,28 Mar Lewiston ME AARC ME Conv @Ramada @8        Ivan N1OXA 207 784 0350   

11,12 Apr Wakefield MA Photographica @AmericalCtr ~photo~  John 781 592 2553  

11 Apr Windsor CT VR+C Mus 115 Pierson LN @8AM             John 860 673 0518  

18 Ap S Portland ME PAWA @Am Legion                 Bryce K1GAX 207 415 0498 A+

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19 April Cambridge MA           Flea at  MIT              Mitch 617 253 3776 F
                      Third Sunday April thru October    

25 Apr Brookline,NH NEARC Antique $5@8:30 $10@7:30        Bruce 603 772 7516 W

1,2 May Deerfield NH NEARfest XVII @FG               Mike K1TWF 978 250 1235 R   

9 May E Greenbush NY EGARA @FireCo $6@8 $6/T@6       Tom KC2FCP 518 272 1494 W

17 May Cambridge MA             Flea at  MIT              Mitch 617 253 3776 F  

30 May Goshen CT SoBARC @FG $5@8                     Stan W2VID 518 398 7003 W+ 

31 May Fishkill NY MtBARC $5@8 S$5@7 @QWL DnSTCorr  Adam KC2DAA 845 849 3666 W+

31 May Sorel-Tracy PQ STARC $8@7 $15/T@6             Luc VE2DEW 450 743 8676 R+

6 June Hermon ME PSARA @8 @HS TG@6:30               Jerry K1GUP 207 848 3400    

6 June  Windsor CT VR+C Mus 115 Pierson LN @8AM Outdoor    John 860 673 0518  

21 June Cambridge MA            Flea at  MIT              Mitch 617 253 3776 F  

19 July Cambridge MA            Flea at  MIT              Mitch 617 253 3776 F  

16 Aug Cambridge MA             Flea at  MIT              Mitch 617 253 3776 F

21,23 Aug Boxboro MA FEMARA NE Conv                  Mike K1TWF 978 250 1235 A  

30 Aug Adams MA NoBARC @BoweFld 6:30sell 7:30buy    Eric KA1SUN 413 743 9975    

5 Sept Windsor CT VR+C Mus 115 Pierson LN @8AM Outdoor     John 860 673 0518  

13 Sept Ballston Spa NY SCRACES @FG $10@7         Darlene N2XQG 518 587 2385    

13 Sept Newtown CT CARA @TownHall$5@8:30              Ron AB1RJ 203 938 7007  

19 Sept Forestdale RI RIAFMRS @VFW $5/Sp@8           Pete AA1PL 401 639 4484    

20 Sept Cambridge MA            Flea at  MIT              Mitch 617 253 3776 F  

26 Sep Brookline,NH NEARC Antique $5@8:30 $10@7:30        Bruce 603 772 7516 W

17,18 Oct Wakefield MA Photographica @AmericalCtr ~photo~  John 781 592 2553    

16,17 Oct Deerfield NH NEARfest XVIII @FG            Mike K1TWF 978 250 1235  

17 Oct Longueuil PQ CRARivSud $7@9 $10/T@6            Noel VE2BR 450 691 2009 R+

18 Oct Cambridge MA             Flea at  MIT              Mitch 617 253 3776 F

25 Oct Hicksville NY LIMARC @LevitHall $6@9 $20/T  Richie K2KNB 516 694 4937 W

5 Dec  Windsor CT VR+C Mus 115 Pierson LN @8AM Indoor      John 860 673 0518  

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Cambridge MA    Flea at MIT     http://www.swapfest.us

Hopkinton NH    Hosstraders   RIP     http://www.qsl.net/k1rqg/

Boxborough MA   NE ARRL Conv    http://www.boxboro.org/

Adams MA        N BerkshireARC  http://www.nobarc.org/hamfest.htm

Dartmouth MA    SEMARA          http://www.semara.org/flea.htm

Falmouth MA     FARA            http://www.falara.org/

FeedingHills MA MTARA           http://www.mtara.org/

Framingham MA   FARA            http://www.fara.org/
                                http://www.n1em.org             

Marlboro MA     AARC            http://www.qsl.net/n1em/2015FleaFlier.pdf     +

Newton MA       Waltham ARA Auction    http://www.wara64.org/auction/

Rockport MA     CAARA           www.caara.net

S Dartmouth MA  SEMARA          http://www.semara.org/

Wakefield MA    Photographica   http://www.phsne.org/

Westford MA     NEAntiqueRC     http://www.nearc.net/

Whately MA      FranklinCARC    http://www.fcarc.org/news.htm

Worcester MA    WPI ACM         http://acm.wpi.edu/swapmeet/

Dayville CT     ECARA           http://www.qsl.net/k1muj/

Gales Ferry CT  RASON           http://www.rason.org/

Gales Ferry CT  TCARC     	http://www.qsl.net/tricityarc/               +

Goshen CT       SBARC           http://www.w1baa.org/

Hartford CT     ARRL 100th      http://www.arrl.org/convention-volunteers  

Manchester CT   VHF/UHF Conf    http://www.newsvhf.com/             
         was Enfield

Manchester CT   PVRA            http://www.pvra.net                 

Meriden CT      Nutmeg CT Conv  http://www.nutmeghamfest.com
        was Wallingford

Newington CT    NARL            http://www.narlhamfest.org/

Newtown CT      CARA            http://www.cararadioclub.org/              +

North Haven CT                  http://www.yankeehamfest.com

Southington CT  SARA            http://www.chetbacon.com/sara.htm

Vernon CT       NARC            http://hamfest.na1rc.org/

Wallingford CT  Nutmeg CT Conv  http://www.nutmeghamfest.com
         moved to Meriden CT

Windsor CT      Vintage R Mus   http://vrcmct.org/

Agusta ME       AARA            http://www.w1tlc.com/

Alexander ME    StCVARC          http://stcroixvalleyamateurradioclub.org

Hermon ME       PSARC           http://n1me.org/index.php?pr=Hamfest

Lewiston ME     AARC      http://www.w1npp.org/pages/meconvention2015.html        
  
S. Portland ME  PAWA            http://www.qsl.net/pawa/hamfest.html

St. Albans ME   PARC            http://www.qsl.net/parc/hamfest/hamfest.html

Thomaston ME    PBARC           http://penbayarc.org/

Windsor ME      AARA            http://www.w1tlc.com/

Brookline NH    NEAntiqueRC     http://www.nearc.net/

Deerfield NH    NEAR-Fest       http://www.near-fest.com/

Henniker NH     CVRC            http://k1bke.org/

Londonderry NH  IRS             www.irs.nhradio.org/

Manchester NH   NEAntiqueRC     http://www.nearc.net/
        Moved to Westford MA
        Moved to Brookline NH

N Conway NH     WMARC           http://www.w1mwv.com

Rochester NH    GBRA            http://www.w1fz.org/

Bergen NJ       BARA            http://www.bara.org/

Sussex NJ       SCARC    http://www.scarcnj.org/www.scarcnj.org/flyer_2007.htm

Ballston Spa NY SCRACES         http://k2dll.net/

Fishkill NY     MtBARC          http://www.wr2abb.org/          +
   was LaGrangeville
 
Lake Placid NY  NNY ARA  http://www.northnet.org/nnyham/hamfest_flyer2004.htm

Lindenhurst NY  ToB ARES        http://www.tobares.org/hamfest.html

Lindenhurst NY  GSB ARA         http://www.gsbarc.org/Hamfest.htm

Long Island NY  LIMARC          http://www.limarc.org/fest.htm

Middletown NY   OCARC           http://www.ocarc-ny.org/

Queens NY       Hall of Science http://www.hosarc.org/

Rensselaer NY   E Greenbush ARA http://www.w2egb.org/

Rochester NY    AWA             http://www.antiquewireless.org/

Rochester NY    RARA            http://www.rochesterham.org/hamfest.htm

Wallkill NY     OCARC           http://www.ocarc-ny.org/

Greenwich RI    Fidelity ARC    http://users.ids.net/~newsm/dates.html

Forestdale RI   RIFMRS          http://www.qsl.net/riafmrs/Auction.html

Woonsocket RI   BVARC           www.w1ddd.org

Colchester VT   HAM-CON VT Conv  http://www.ranv.org/hamcon.html
   Moved to S Burlington

St. Albans VT   STARC           http://www.starc.org/

Springfield VT  CVFMA           http://www.cvfma.org/

Moncton NB      TCARC           http://www.ve9tca.org/

Quispamsis NB   LCARC           http://www.lcarc.ca/

Greenwood NS    GARC            http://www.greenwoodarc.org/

Drummondville PQ  leCRdeD       http://www.raqi.ca/ve2crd/hamfest/index.html

Greenwood PQ    GARC            www.greenwoodarc.org

Laval PQ        CRALL           http://www.ve2crl.qc.ca/

Montreal PQ     MARC            http://www.marc.qc.ca/fest/fest.html

Montreal PQ     WIARC           http://www.wiarc.ca/

Montreal PQ     MS-SARC         http://www.ve2clm.ca/articles.php?lng=fr&pg=120

Montreal PQ     UMS             http://www.ve2ums.ca/agenda/pub_2007_hamf.pdf

Sorel-Tracy PQ  CRAS-T          http://www.hamfest.qc.ca/

St Romuald PQ   ARESdQ          http://raqi.ca/ve2csq/

St Therese PQ   CRALL           http://www.ve2crl.qc.ca/hamfest2002.htm

Summerside PEI  SPARC      http://www.summersidearc.com/fleamarket2009.htm

Greenwood NS    GARC            http://www.greenwoodarc.org/

Halifax NS      HARC            http://www.halifax-arc.org/

Timonium MD     GBHC            http://www.gbhc.org/

Montreal Area   MARC List       http://www.marc.qc.ca/fest/festcal.html

Canada          RAC List        http://rac.eton.ca/events/upcoming.php

Phila. Area     VARA List       http://www.qsl.net/w2vtm/hamfest.html

USA             ARRL List       http://www.arrl.org/hamfests.html

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Eastern Massachusetts ARES Stand-By Beginning at 6 PM EST Monday 1/26/15 Through Wednesday Evening

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Hello to all…

***EASTERN MASSACHUSETTS ARES PLACED ON STAND-BY FOR ALL AREAS EFFECTIVE 6:00PM MONDAY, JANUARY 26 THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING DUE TO POTENTIAL IMPACTS FROM FORECASTED BLIZZARD***
***BLIZZARD WARNINGS IN EFFECT FOR EASTERN MA COAST AND CAPE COD/MARTHAS VINEYARD FROM 7:00PM MONDAY THOUGH 1:00AM WEDNESDAY.  WINTER STORM WARNINGS/HIGH WIND WARNINGS UP FOR NANTUCKET***
***COASTAL FLOOD WARNINGS IN EFFECT FOR EASTERN MA COASTLINE INCLUDING CAPE AND ISLANDS FOR THE TUESDAY MORNING HIGH TIDE.  POCKETS OF MODERATE-MAJOR COASTAL FLOODING POSSIBLE.
***WIND GUSTS TO HURRICANE FORCE POSSIBLE ALONG THE IMMEDIATE COAST***
***SKYWARN OPS AT NWS-TAUNTON TO COMMENCE AT 6:00PM MONDAY***

Models have begun to consolidate on a trend which brings a period of heavy snow and strong winds to the region starting late tomorrow afternoon/evening and continuing through Tuesday.  Snowfall accumulation of 24-30 inches is possible across much of Eastern Massachusetts with 10-18 inches possible across the Cape/Islands.  Isolated higher amounts are possible depending on where the heaviest snow band set up over the area.

Wind speeds in the blizzard warning area are forecasted to increase to 25-35mph sustained with gusts possibly reaching hurricane force (60-70mph), especially along the immediate coast per the latest forecast.  Winds of this magnitude combined with the weight of the snowfall may cause power outages along with pockets of scattered damage.  Travel during the storm is not recommended.  For further meteorological updates, including the latest Blizzard Coordination Message, please see the NWS Taunton SKYWARN home page at http://www.wx1box.org

A coastal flood warning is also in effect for pockets of moderate to potentially major coastal flooding along the Eastern MA coastline.  High tide is anticipated at 5am Tuesday morning, and another high tide at 5pm Tuesday evening.

Preparations should be completed by early this evening based on the latest forecasts, and again to repeat, travel is not recommended once the storm has begun.

Storm pictures and video of snowfall measurements, wind and coastal damage will be very helpful for situational awareness/disaster intelligence purposes benefiting the National Weather Service, Emergency Management, the media, and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs). They can be sent via the WX1BOX Facebook, Twitter feed, or to pics@nsradio.org with credit given to the spotter for the pictures unless otherwise noted. Pictures can be sent during and after the storm. Please do not compromise safety to get these pictures and video.

In advance of the storm, please advise your local EC/DEC/ADEC of your availability to support a potential deployment anytime over the weekend. We are creating a list of availability for ARESMAT deployment if needed for various local EOC’s, Red Cross, Salvation Army, NWS Storm Survey Teams, and hospitals as required. Keep your situational awareness level high for any updates from ARES leadership by checking your email for updates and our ARES web site at http://ares.ema.arrl.org and monitoring local SKYWARN/ARES/RACES frequencies for any updates on this developing situation.

When sending your availability, please send the following: Name, Call-sign, License Class, Capability (HF / VHF / UHF), Availability, and any other special notes we should be aware of. Also, please let us know if you can do an ARESMAT to another part of the Eastern Massachusetts section (specifically East Coastal and Southeast Mass/Cape Cod) as this area looks to be particularly hardest hit by this anticipated blizzard. We ask that as you contact your DEC, please send a copy of the message to blizzard@nsradio.org where multiple members of the EMA ARES Leadership will be able to access your availability.

What is ARES Stand-By mode?

ARES stand-by mode is to alert Amateurs within ARES that a mobilization is possible on a wide-scale and that some localized mobilizations are or could be taking place in isolated areas. It means to take a look at your Go-Kit and have batteries and equipment ready to go and charged up and take care of any requirements at home in case a mobilization is required and you can participate. Do NOT self-deploy. Wait for guidance from leadership for any deployment. It is an honor to be ready even if you don’t deploy for the event. Hopefully, this is just another exercise of our preparedness and capabilities. If not, the ARES leadership looks forward to working with you if any wide scale mobilization is required after the impact of this major storm to the region is fully understood.

Thanks for your continued support of Eastern Massachusetts ARES!

Respectfully Submitted,

Steve Telsey – N1BDA
Acting Eastern Massachusetts ARES Section Emergency Coordinator

Jim Palmer – KB1KQW
North Shore ARES District Emergency Coordinator
North Shore SKYWARN Coordinator

Public Service

CERT Class at the Winthrop EOC

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Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) and ARES Members Kathy Savage (KB1LPW) & Rick Savage (KB1LYJ) will be running a CERT ( Citizens Emergency Response Training) January 31st, plus 4 evenings ( February 11th & 25th, & March 4th & 18th) at Winthrop’s EOC. Guest lecturers for the training include Brittany Collins (KB1ZPS) and Jim Palmer (KB1KQW). More information can be found on the website – http://www.region4bvolunteer.org and click the upcoming events button and look for the CERT class registration information under Upcoming Events.

Kathy Savage
KB1LPW

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“QNI” – AN INDEPENDENT NEWSLETTER DEDICATED TO PROMOTING NTS AND GENUINE EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS PREPAREDNESS

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“QNI” is an independent newsletter published by James Wades WB8SIW, who has worked as a professional telegrapher, and who has had a wealth of experience in message handling and emergency communications.  He has dedicated many years to NTS.  In September 2012 he began the “QNI” newsletter at the request of a group of traffic handlers and has published it approximately quarterly ever since.  This newsletter is dedicated to promoting NTS and genuine emergency communications preparedness.  In addition to NTS he has included very informative articles on NTSD, the digital side of NTS as well as “radio email”, a valuable tool for emergency communication.

I am including here a link to the Texas NTS Net Home Page http://www.k6jt.com/ which contains archives of all these newsletters.  When accessing this website just scroll down a short ways to find links to all the issues.  I encourage all readers to check out this very interesting and informative newsletter.  You may also find other articles of interest on this website which is maintained by W6JT the Central Area Staff Chair. If you wish to receive “QNI” as it is published, contact the editor James Wades at jameswades@gmail.com.

Happy New Year and happy reading.  See you on the nets.

Marcia KW1U

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Upcoming Ham Radio License Class Sponsored by the Sturdy Memorial Hospital Amateur Radio Club

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K2TGX-Ray Cord Writes:

For those of you interested in Radio Communications and have thought about getting your Ham Radio License,

Here is the perfect opportunity during the doldrums of winter.

The Sturdy Memorial Hospital Amateur Radio Club will be sponsoring a Entry level (Technician) class that will almost insure a willing
student that you will get your FCC License. The class is an 8 week course one night per week for no more that 2 hours. This pace allows all the proper time to grasp concepts and procedures that are required. The end of the course will be a review and administration of the FCC Technician Class License Exam by Volunteer License Examiners. Upon passing the exam you will receive your license with your new FCC assigned Call sign. If for some reason you don’t pass you are eligible to retake the test at another session, you do not have to take the course again.

The Cost of the course is just the cost of the Training manual $30.00 and the cost of the FCC Final Exam $15.00. The manual is a must for the course and will be available at the class.
The class will start on Thursday Jan. 22nd at 7:00 PM in Conference Room A/B/C at Sturdy Hospital. It will run for 8 consecutive
Thursday nights at the same time. Be advised that due to scheduling the room number may change.  Conference Room A/B/C
is located on the Main Floor of the Hospital and may be accessed through the Emergency Room Entrance.

Please register in advance by sending an email listing your name, address, Home Telephone #, Cell Phone # and email address to Gary Powers KB1KA Club President at kb1ka@cox.net.  This info is necessary in case classes need to be changed due to the weather and also insure an adequate amount of supplies

Thank you for your interest! Happy New Year!

Ray K2TGX
Deputy Director
Norton EMA-CERT
70 East Main St
Norton, Ma. 02766
508-726-1054 cell

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H.R. 4969 Recap

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ARRL CEO Dave Sumner, K1ZZ writes:

The members of the U.S. House of Representatives have headed home for the holidays, marking the end of the 113th Congress on that side of Capitol Hill. When the 114th Congress convenes in January a new legislative cycle will begin. We expect the Amateur Radio Parity Act to be reintroduced in the House with a new number; H.R.4969 will no longer apply.

On behalf of the ARRL Board and staff I want to thank you, and through you the field organization volunteers and members in your Section, for your help in gathering legislative support for H.R. 4969. We had hoped to gain 30 co-sponsors for the bill and ultimately ended up with 69, plus the sponsor. The overwhelming majority of these 70 supporters are returning in January, which gives us a good base on which to grow additional support.

Once we know the new number of the bill we will once again be asking for your help in recruiting co-sponsors. The objective is to continue the momentum, gathering enough support to move the bill through the Energy & Commerce Committee. We have received expressions of interest from the Senate side and are hoping to have the bill introduced there as well.

Thanks for all you do on behalf of Amateur Radio. Best wishes for the holidays.