Organization

April 5, 2022

As many organizations and industries have struggled with supply chain issues, ARRL has been no exception. The supply of paper has become constrained for many reasons, and despite the best efforts of our publishing partner LSC Communications (formerly R.R. Donnelley) to mitigate those problems, getting paper for the May 2022 issue of QST was a challenge to ensure it was printed and distributed to members — and on time.

While other magazines have struggled to get their print edition delivered to subscribers, we were not going to let this be an issue for our members. As a result, we went to paper brokers to get paper, to ensure QST would be delivered. Regrettably, as you have probably seen, the paper is printed on different paper than readers are used to, and not what we would have liked. However, we are happy to know that members have been receiving their copies and enjoying them, despite the difference in this issue’s paper.

Please note that this is not a new direction for QST. We have not made a conscious decision to change the paper QST is printed on every month. Even though going to paper brokers is an expensive proposition, the ARRL Board and Staff will do what is necessary to keep the presses running for our membership journal. We are committed to ensuring that our members receive QST on a timely basis.

Even before the current supply chain problems, we were facing the reality that there are, today, fewer printers, fewer paper mills, and always-rising costs for paper, transportation, and mailing. This is not a short term problem – it will require our continued close attention as we manage the print side of our organization.

The good news is that ARRL committed to developing a parallel print-and-digital publishing competency over 10 years ago. Today, all members can access all four ARRL periodicals — QST, On the Air, NCJ, and QEX — in fully searchable digital editions. These are available to you any time and from anywhere.

73

David A. Minster, NA2AA

ARRL Chief Executive Officer

Following ARRL’s conversion to a new membership management system, these steps should be followed to sign in and access ARRL website features and services.

Thank you for your patience during the conversion!

If you need help, we’re here for you. Call us Monday – Thursday from 8 am – 7 pm (ET) and on Friday from 8 am – 5 pm (ET) or e-mail us at membership@arrl.org.

Early next week, our homepage will have a new look. You’ll also notice a new streamlined menu to help you quickly find what you need.

What this means to you:

• The arrl.org website and store will be unavailable from Friday, March 25 at 4 pm (ET) to Tuesday, March 29 at 8 am (ET) as we change over to the new system.
  During this time, the following actions will be limited: Online DXCC (single sign on capability), LoTW (member verification), PageSuite (access to digital magazines), and access to The ARRL Learning Center. ARRL.net email forwarding will still be functioning.
• Your Member Profile Page will be easier to update and navigate. Your existing usernames will be in the system, but for your security, you will need to create a new password the first time you access your profile.
• A consolidated checkout lets you renew, donate, and shop all in one transaction!

Need help?

We’re here for you! Call us (888-277-5289) Monday – Thursday from 8 am – 7 pm (ET) and on Friday from 8 am – 5 pm (ET) or email us at membership@arrl.org.

 

Have comments on the new online experience?

Let us know what you like about our new look and your suggestions for future updates at members@arrl.org.

 

Ray Lajoie, AA1SE, writes in the Western Massachusetts ARRL Members List:

Hello everyone,

Gil Hayes, WK1H, has stepped down as our affiliated club coordinator due to job obligations. I wish to thank him for his contribution to the section.

I am pleased to announce that Larry Krainson, W1AST, has accepted the position as club coordinator effective March 22. Larry is currently the President of the Hamden County Radio Association. Larry is an ARRL Life Member and licensed since 1977. He also is the 13 Colonies special event manager for Massachusetts and is leading the Big E expo display coming in September. Larry’s wife, Faye is always assisting him and also has a son who is an Eagle Scout and a ham.

Please join me in welcoming Larry to the section staff.

73
Ray-AA1SE

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ARRL Western Massachusetts Section
Section Manager: Raymond P Lajoie, AA1SE
aa1se@arrl.org
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The March, 2022 Rhode Island Activity Report is now available at <https://nediv.arrl.org/rhode-island-march-2022-activity-report/>.

The March, 2022 Eastern MA Section Newsletter is now available at https://ema.arrl.org/march-2022-section-news/.

Pete Stohrer, K1PJS, writes:

Calling NH Radio Amateurs March 2022:

With COVID in the rear view mirror for now clubs have begun meeting again face to face. Thanks to all at the Central NH Club for their invitation for the March 1st meeting. In addition to discussion of HB1644 and League happenings, a presentation on the 90th anniversary of WFEA was given.

The March 9th snowstorm postponed the CCDX meeting which has been rescheduled for April 13th. Thanks to the Contoocook club for providing early amateur radio swap activities at the Henniker Flea market Sunday March 20th. Go to k1bke.org for more info.

More activity coming up in April with the Port City flea market on April 9th. Check out the Club’s web site w1wgm.org for more info and of course Nearfest at the Deerfield fairgrounds returns for the spring version April 29 and 30. 

We were very saddened to hear of Wayne Santos, N1CKM, passing at the end of February. Wayne’s dynamic leadership helped guide the NH ARES program for many years. Wayne will be greatly missed and our thoughts and prayers continue to be with Elizabeth.

Section has announced that Al Shuman, K1AKS, will be taking the NH ARES helm. Al is a former nine-times Section Manager and several stints as SEC. Having Al available and willing to step into the role of SEC will provide the continuity needed at this time. Please welcome him as he works to develop the ARES program in NH post Covid.

That’s it for now…hope to see you soon at the club meetings and flea markets!

73

Pete, K1PJS

NH Section Manager

Joel Harrison, W5ZN, IARU Secretary writes:

In response to recent world events, the International Amateur Radio Union has issued the following statement:

“IARU is an apolitical organization focused on promoting and defending amateur radio and the amateur radio services. The amateur radio service is about self-instruction in communications and friendship between people.”

Maine SM Phil Duggan, N1EP, writes on the Maine ARRL Members list:

It was great seeing many of you at the Augusta Boat Anchor Hamfest in February. It was an honor to present Certificates of Merit to three amazing Maine hams who have made huge contributions to our ham radio community: Bill Mann, W1KX; Al Sirois, N1MHC; and Jose Douglas, KB1TCD.

As you know, I was appointed interim section manager for Maine December 1, 2021.  I also ran for the coming 2-year term starting July 1, 2022.  No one else was nominated to run for Maine SM by the deadline, so the ARRL has informed me that I have been declared the winner. I look forward to continuing to serve you as section manager. Here are some newsworthy events I thought you should know about. 73 de Phil Duggan, N1EP.

Androscoggin Amateur Radio Club Hamfest & Convention
April 1 through April 2, 2022
Ramada Inn Conference Center, Lewiston

There will be some presentations Friday evening. Saturday morning is the hamfest and more presentations and meetings, including the New England Division ARRL Forum. Amateur radio examinations are also planned. (See below) Details and more info available here: http://www.w1npp.org/pages/MEConvention2022.html

The Maine 2 Meter FM Simplex Challenge

The Wireless Society of Southern Maine sponsors the 4-hour Maine 2-Meter FM Simplex Challenge scheduled for March 26, 2022. Details and rules are listed here: http://www.ws1sm.com/2-Meter-Challenge.html

Ham Radio Test Sessions

Saturday, March 19th 9:00 AM (No Walk-ins / Register or Call ahead)
Location: Calvary Chapel 154 River Road Orrington
Sponsor: Pine State ARC Contact: Peter Bither, redbeard104@aol.com, 944-2616

Saturday April 2nd  Ramada Inn Conference Center 490 Pleasant Street Lewiston 12:30 PM (Walk-ins allowed)
Sponsor: Androscoggin Amateur Radio Club Contact: Donald Wakeman 751-1166 ka1wal.dsw@gmail.com
 

Amateur Radio on the International Space
ARISS News Release No.  22-09
Dave Jordan, AA4KN
ARISS PR
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Message to US Educators: 

Amateur Radio on the International Space Station Contact Opportunity

Call for Proposals

New Proposal Window is February 21, 2022 to March 31, 2022

February 16, 2022 — The Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) Program is seeking formal and informal education institutions and organizations, individually or working together, to host an Amateur Radio contact with a crew member on board the ISS.  ARISS anticipates that the contact would be held between January 1, 2023 and June 30, 2023. Crew scheduling and ISS orbits will determine the exact contact dates. To maximize these radio contact opportunities, ARISS is looking for organizations that will draw large numbers of participants and integrate the contact into a well-developed education plan.

The deadline to submit a proposal is March 31, 2022  Proposal information and more details such as expectations, proposal guidelines and the proposal form can be found at https://ariss-usa.org/hosting-an-ariss-contact-in-the-usa/. An ARISS Introductory Webinar session will be held on March 3, 2022, at 8 PM ET.  The Eventbrite link to sign up is: https://ariss-proposal-webinar-spring-2022.eventbrite.com

The Opportunity Crew members aboard the International Space Station will participate in scheduled Amateur Radio contacts. These radio contacts are approximately 10 minutes in length and allow students to interact with the astronauts through a question-and-answer session.

An ARISS contact is a voice-only communication opportunity via Amateur Radio between astronauts and cosmonauts aboard the space station and classrooms and communities. ARISS contacts afford education audiences the opportunity to learn firsthand from astronauts what it is like to live and work in space and to learn about space research conducted on the ISS. Students also will have an opportunity to learn about satellite communication, wireless technology, and radio science. Because of the nature of human spaceflight and the complexity of scheduling activities aboard the ISS, organizations must demonstrate flexibility to accommodate changes in dates and times of the radio contact.  Amateur Radio organizations around the world with the support of NASA and space agencies in Russia, Canada, Japan and Europe present educational organizations with this opportunity. The ham radio organizations’ volunteer efforts provide the equipment and operational support to enable communication between crew on the ISS and students around the world using Amateur Radio.

Please direct any questions to ariss.us.education@gmail.com.

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ARRL Maine Section
Section Manager: Philip W Duggan, N1EP
n1ep@arrl.org
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