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2013 dues are now payable. Three ways to pay. See Tom in person, mail a cheque to Tom or use PayPal.
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January 24 – Digital Night. This is a three part seminar.
-fldigi and sending messages using the various forms. This is what Darrel has been discussing over the last few weeks.
-DRATS another system to chat, send various messages and files. You can get involved in this system without a radio.
-Winlink and how to send and receive via the Winlink system.
Darrel, Tom and myself will present these three systems using the projector so everyone can see how these systems work.
Mark your calendars as this is a night not to miss.
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Dave’s HF Open House takes place on Saturday January 19. These are always fun events as Dave (VE7AHT) will take you through operating HF with the do’s and don’ts. This is hands on and hopefully the bands will be open for lots of exotic DX. If your planning on coming, drop Dave an email dbauer so he has an idea of who is coming.
Please RSVP to db5106@telus.net if your planning on attending.
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We are in the finalization of the next basic amateur radio course and should have the dates firmed up hopefully next week. It should take place in early April.
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Speaking of April, it’s not that far off now and our annual food and brew night is rapidly approaching. Jeanne who was involved with Oz in last years planning is unable to do it this year due to prior engagements. We need somebody who would like to help out in the planning of this fun filled night. If interested let me know. If we get an early start on this then the work load will not be too heavy as it will get spaced out.
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We are in search of a Delta event we can use as a special event station. As discussed last night we have two worthwhile events, Deas Island Fish Cannery and Delta Police who are both celebrating milestone years. If your aware of any other events please let us know so we can decided on one. Were asking all members to be involved as we have made this event very simple. Operate on the day from wherever you are and for whatever time you have available and on what band and mode you choose. It can’t get anymore simply then that. This event will be great for our out of town members as you can work from your qth. We are looking at a September date and will let you know more as we finalize what is going to take place.
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Have a great week everyone.