Were trying out a new thing. We’re trying to broadcast out meetings live. Give it a shot, We should be live right now (4/5/2013 @ 7:00pm)
Presenter this month is Doug Grant (K1DG) talking about WRTC 2014
Thanks!
Thanks to the efforts of John Balboni (AC1T), we now have issues of Zero Beat from 1991 through 1998 and some of 1999 and 2001. You can take a stroll down memory lane or see what HCRA was doing during the 90′s.
Please check out our Zero Beat Archives page to see all the action
Ty,
NT1K
Were trying out a new thing. We’re trying to broadcast out meetings live. Give it a shot, We should be live right now (3/1/2013 @ 7:00pm)
Thanks!
A part of next month’s meeting will consist of a “Build A Beam” workshop where you can build a 3 element VHF Yagi that is made from PVC and measuring tape.
It’s a great antenna for portable operations such as foxhunting (RDF), SOTA, camping or anything else that you need an improved antenna over the stock “rubber duck” antenna that comes with your portable.
Here is a quick video of it in action.
The antenna will be mostly fabricated before the meeting. At the meeting we’ll be assembling the antenna and soldering on the coax which makes it a easy and fun build.
The antenna will end up costing $20 that has to be pre-paid before the meeting to cover the costs of material. If you’re interested in making an really neat Yagi, please fill out the form below.
UPDATE: ALL SPOTS ARE FILLED. NO MORE ANTENNAS AVAILABLE!
Those whom have not paid, please bring cash to the meeting. Thank you!
Are you or do you know someone that wants to get into Amateur Radio? Do you currently hold a Technician or General license and want to upgrade?
This is the perfect chance to get your license or upgrade your current license. No reservations are required. Details are below, but if you have questions, please fill out the form at the bottom of this post
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DATES:
Two Tuesday nights (January 15th and 22nd) from 7 to 9PM
and all day Saturday (January 26th) 9 AM to 6:PM, including VE exam.
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LOCATION:
Auxiliary Conference Center
Holyoke Medical Center
575 Beech Street
Holyoke Mass, 01040-2223
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COST:
$0 (Zero Dollars)
ARRL Manuals (optional, but highly recommended) available for sale at the class.
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VE EXAM:
Time: After 3:00 PM on Saturday January 26.
Cost: $15.00 USD
Please Check Back For Any Changes/Cancellations
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Thank you!
At my ‘summer shack’!
Hello everyone and welcome to HCRA’s ‘new and improved’ web site. Bear with us just a little while longer while we transfer over the remainder of relevant content from the old site. Jeff/NT1K is the major architect behind the change and is working quickly to get it wrapped up ASAP. He’s done a fantastic job so far don’t you think?
It is our hope the new website with its loads of interactive content will become a landing place for everyone interested not only in HCRA but amateur radio in general. We were at the front of the pack when we introduced our web site over a decade ago but we’ve been dragging our heels the last few years about moving to a better format. Thanks not only to Jeff for getting it done but also to Matt/W1MSW and John/Kx1x for their help and suggestions over the last six months. Like most things HCRA it is a team event.
As we move further away from website creation and closer to website utilization we’re working hard to understand the new format and how best to use the new features to enhance everyone’s experiences with HCRA. The new website is totally interactive and allows everyone to participate, add comments and suggestions, calendar items, etc. Do you have something you’ve seen on other websites that could benefit HCRA? Pass it along, we’re looking for new ideas and different approaches – approaches that hopefully will interest new, younger folks into our interesting hobby.
I hope your summer has been going well and you’ve had a chance to experience some new things, ham radio or otherwise, before the kids head back to school and the leaves start to fall. Our next meeting is September 7th at the new HCRA meeting place at the Holyoke Medical Center. Keep an eye on this website, your email box and our Facebook page for complete directions to our fantastic new location.
Until then 73 and good DX,
Jim/KK1W
