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Mentoring and Ham Development Group Meeting, May 7, 2022

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Assistant Director Anita Kemmerer, AB1QB, writes:

We will hold our next working group meeting of the Mentoring and Ham Development group this Saturday May 7th from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.

We will have the following presentations:

  • Ray Lajoie, AA1SE – Licensing Classes
  • Anita Kemmerer, AB1QB – Ham Bootcamp
  • Larry Krainson, W1AST – The Big E

I will walk through the new content on the Mentoring and Ham Development web page and then we’ll have a discussion of new activities and projects.

[Contact Anita Kemmerer, AB1QB, at ab1qb@nediv.arrl.org for Zoom call information.]

Mobile App Available to Navigate 2022 Dayton Hamvention

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screenshot of ARRL Events App for Dayton HamventionFrom ARRL News:

05/04/2022- Dayton Hamvention® is offering a free mobile app for smartphones and tablets to help attendees navigate the large-scale event, which runs May 20 – 22 at the Greene County Fairgrounds and Expo Center in Xenia, Ohio. The app, which was introduced in 2019, is offered in a collaborative effort with ARRL  The National Association for Amateur Radio®.

The free ARRL Events app is now available and already includes Hamvention’s full program, so attendees can browse and schedule forums, find affiliated events, and preview the extensive list of exhibitors. During the event, attendees can use other app features to follow the hourly prize drawings populated by the Dayton Hamvention Prize Committee, and browse building and site maps.

Attendees are also encouraged to tap on the MyProfile icon in the app to add their name and call sign, email address, and any additional information they would like to share with other Hamvention guests. Additionally, the MyBadge icon displays a QR code of your event badge that can be scanned by another attendee or exhibitor using the Scan Badge icon – instantly connecting shared contact information with other hams at the event.

The app is available for Apple and Android smart devices, or access the web browser version which is optimized for nearly any browser or other type of mobile device. Visit your app store to download the app (search “ARRL Events”) or access the links available on the ARRL EXPO web page. If you’re reading this article on a mobile device, click here to be redirected to the appropriate app store, or redirected to the web browser version (www.tripbuildermedia.com/apps/arrl). Please email hamventionapp@arrl.org with any questions about the app.

For more information, please visit these official websites: 

Ham Assistance Requested for Ride to End Alzheimer’s, Hampton, NH, June 4, 2022

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Dan Loveman, K1DSL, writes:

Good afternoon, 

The Alzheimer’s Association is the largest nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research. The Ride to End ALZ is a major fundraiser and Amateur Radio Operators provide communications support at rest stops and in SAG vehicles.

This year’s Ride to End Alzheimer’s will be held on Saturday, June 4th at Hampton Beach State Park, Hampton, NH. Click here for more information.

We’re currently seven volunteers short, so if you are interested in volunteering, registration instructions are as follows:

– Visit http://ridetoendalzheimers.org

– Click “Register Now”

– Select “Individual” then “Volunteer”

– Follow prompts/answer questions

– * Please make sure to select “Super Volunteer sign me up to help out all day!” for time frame availability question

– *Select “Amateur Radio Operator” for “I’m willing to volunteer not just my time, but my skills!” question.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks and I hope to see you on June 4th!

Regards,

Dan

 

Dan Loveman / K1DSL

alz@k1dsl.net

Amateur Volunteers Sought for AngelRide, Essex, CT, May 28, 2022

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Wayne Gronlund, N1CLV, writes:

Greetings!

After a two year COVID hiatus, AngelRide (in-person) is coming back strong for 2022! As most of you know, AngelRide now supports the Arthur C. Luf Children’s Burn Camp! The one-day AngelRide Classic will take place on Saturday, 28 May 2022 (Memorial Day Weekend).
 
Beginning this year the AngelRide route has been moved from ARES Region 4 to ARES Region 2.  The Metric Century (100 km) ride is roughly a “figure 8” that will begin at Essex Fire Department. The middle of the “figure 8” (Rest Stops 1 & 3) will be at Chester Hose Co.  The top of the “figure 8” (Rest Stop 2) will be at St James Parish Hall in Higganum.
 
The Region 4 ARES Mobile Comms Unit (MCU4) will be deployed to the Essex Fire House and serve as the Net Control Station. I am looking for ham radio operators to setup at the two Rest Stops as well as at key locations (TBD) along the route. If you are interested and available to participate in this very worthwhile charity event, please advise by return email.
 
See the two attachments for more info. I will share additional details about the ride as they become available. 
 
Note to Dan KB1MMR – with your permission, we would like to use your 2m & 440 KB1MMR repeaters that have good coverage for the ride route. I’ll be in touch to discuss!
 
Please forward this email to any hams who you think might be interested in helping!

Thanx & 73, Wayne Gronlund, N1CLV

Assistant Section Manager (ASM)
Assistant Section Emergency Coordinator (ASEC)
Auxiliary Communicator (AUXC)
Connecticut Amateur Radio Emergency Service (CT ARES)
Cell: 860-917-6472Email: N1CLV@mac.com  Website: CTARES.org

WMA Section Manager’s Report, May 1, 2022

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Hi everyone. The latest and greatest of my section reports is online at https://wma.arrl.org/ I encourage all to check it out from time to time as new information and activities come in to keep you informed. Also, for more go to the division website at https://nediv.arrl.org/.

Also we are still looking to fill positions to our section staff as well
as ARES We need:

  • Assistant Section Manager(s)
  • State Government Liaison
  • District Emergency Coordinators
  • Assistant Section Emergency Coordinators
  • County Emergency Coordinators
  • Traffic handlers

    Anything you would be interested in please contact me at aa1se@arrl.net

    Thank you
    73
    Ray-AA1SE

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    ARRL Western Massachusetts Section
    Section Manager: Raymond P Lajoie, AA1SE
    aa1se@arrl.org
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HamXposition Ticketing is Now Live

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HamXposition logoNortheast HamXposition General Chairman Bob DeMattia, K1IW, writes:

Our electronic ticketing is now live!  Visit our website to purchase general admission, flea, and Friday and Saturday banquet tickets!

Main Webpage:  https://hamxposition.org
 
New for this year, your organization can also purchase ads for our printed program book as well.  To see the ad purchase section, go here:
 
 
 
73,
Bob – K1IW
Chairman
HamXposition 2022

Handiham QSO Party, April 29, 2022

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Handiham 55th anniversary logoStarting on Friday:  April 29 at 1900 Z (3 PM Eastern Time), the Handiham organization will be holding a QSO Party to recognize the program’s 55th anniversary.  The QSO party will run through Sunday:  May 1 at 1900 Z.

The goal of this event is to make contacts with as many hams as possible, including Handiham members, and to publicize the work of the Handiham organization as it tries to make ham radio available to people with disabilities.

 All bands and modes will be used.

 The QSO party exchange will simply be callsign, name, and state.

If interested, you can receive a commemorative QSL card from Handihams, confirming your contact.

So, please look for participating Handiham members if you are interested.

ARRL Club Grant Program Informational Webinar, May 4, 2022

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ARRL Foundation logoARRL Field Services Manager Mike Walters, W8ZY, writes:

 An informational webinar about the ARRL Foundation Club Grant Program will be held on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 8PM EST.

 Please register in advance for this webinar at: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4lhqvUdzS1S34tT1u8ZC4Q

 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

 The website has been created that will be used to convey info on the program at: http://www.arrl.org/club-grant-program

A new mailbox here at ARRL has also been created for correspondence concerning the program:  clubgrants@arrl.org

The official launch of the program is Wednesday, May 4th and clubs can apply after that date.

Thanks,

Mike

Mike Walters, W8ZY
Field Services Manager

ARRL  The National Association for Amateur Radio®
225 Main Street
Newington CT 06111-1400
860-594-0305

mwalters@arrl.org
www.arrl.org

ARRL Forum, Other Events Scheduled for NEAR-Fest in Deerfield, NH, April 29-30, 2022

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NEAR-Fest logoA full schedule of events and activities for NEAR-Fest XXXI has been posted at <http://www.hamclass.net/nears22.html>.

ARRL New England Division Director Fred Kemmerer, AB1OC, will host the ARRL Forum on Friday, April 29 at 11:00 AM. Fred will present an update of ARRL actions including: the ARRLClub Grant Program; and news about potential legislation in New England that could adversely affect amateur radio. Bring all your questions to this fast-paced forum!

All forums will be held in the Arts & Crafts Building, opposite the Administration Building. Look for the flag pole. This is near the main entrance, which is not used for NEAR-Fest.

The VE Session will be conducted in the back of this Arts & Crafts building, in the basement.

Project “Big E” Receives Approval for Hosting an ARISS Contact!

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Larry Krainson, W1AST, writes on the Project Big E list:

I just received word that the Big E Booth’s application for an ARISS [Amateur Radio on the International Space Station] contact has been APPROVED! 

We’re working closely with New England Sci-Tech President Bob Phinney, K5TEC, and our New England Division Director Fred Kemmerer, AB1OC, to make this happen.

We’re very excited as you all should be too!

There is still much to plan and put in place.

But a great way to start your Sunday!

[For more information about the Amateur Radio presence at the Big E, and to get involved, see <https://nediv.arrl.org/2021/01/10/amateur-radio-booth-proposed-for-the-big-e-in-2022/>.]