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GB2RS NEWS
Sunday 24th June 2012
The news headlines:
* RadCom magazine suffers distribution delays
* Invitation to consult on 2m data channel reassignment
* AMSAT-Oscar 7 celebrates 10-year new lease of life
Gremlins have hit the July RadCom mailing. Investigations are
continuing to determine the source and scope of the problem, but the
RSGB is aware that many Members have yet to receive their copy. An
electronic version of the July edition has been made available on the
RSGB website at www.rsgb.org/radcom. Click on the words View free
sample RadCom, located on the right of the page.
The RSGB is conducting a consultation on proposals put forward for the
re-assignment of the 2m band data channels. This comes from pressure
for assigning new digital internet gateways. The proposal leaves a
significant number of channels for packet radio and other interests.
All interested amateurs, whether RSGB Members or not, are invited to
join the Litmus Test by following the `We need your Views' link on the
RSGB home page, www.rsgb.org.
Amateur satellite AMSAT-Oscar 7 was launched in November 1974. It
worked for around 8 years, until its batteries short- circuited in
mid-1981. 20 years on, the batteries mysteriously went open circuit and
the satellite came back to life, operating purely from its solar cells.
On 21 June 2002, the satellite was heard again, and last Thursday
marked 10 years of AO-7 operating in this second lease of life. The
full story is at www.uk.amsat.org/8524.
Following the recent decision at the World Radiocommunication
Conference 2012, the Malta Communications Authority granted Maltese
amateurs access to 472-479kHz from 31 May. The country's National
Frequency Plan identifies this as a Secondary allocation, with a
maximum power of 1 watt EIRP.
The planned Radio for Young People ARDF day at Bracknell on 24 June has
been cancelled, due to the small number of applicants.
The ARISS digipeater on the International Space Station has changed
frequency from 145.825MHz to 437.550MHz. Packet operations were moved
to the Columbus Module UHF radio when the Kenwood D700 radio was
recently powered down. This was because its power outlet was required
for an additional air purifier to support the recently-arrived
automated transfer vehicle. The Russian team has agreed to briefly
reconnect the radio for scheduled ARISS school contacts but then will
re-activate the purifier. This situation seems likely to continue until
the automated transfer vehicle departs in September.
Barry Amateur Radio Society club would like to thank Kenwood
Electronics UK Ltd for the loan of equipment for their Olympic flagship
station 2 Oscar 1 2 W. The radios have already been on the air for a
range of events, including covering progress of the Olympic Torch
through South Wales. Look out for 2O12W and the Barry Club on the air,
not just over the Olympic period but throughout 2012. You can see the
latest operating news on the club's website at www.bars.btik.com.
Copyright © RSGB 2012. Not for public release before Monday 25 June
2012 except as a GB2RS broadcast. In celebration of the new Bomber
Command memorial to be unveiled in London on 28 June, GW3OQK plans to
put his vintage T1154 and R1154 on the air. He invites other amateurs
to join him on 40 and 80m, CW and AM, saying he would love to hear the
chirp of some other old gear amongst the rock-steady modern
transmissions.
Next Sunday, 1 July, is Alexanderson Day, which means that the World
Heritage-listed SAQ transmitter will be on the air. This unique Swedish
transmitter uses an Alexanderson Alternator to generate its 17.2kHz
signals. It will be run up at 08:30 UTC and a message sent at 09:00.
The machine will be started again at 11:30 UTC and a second message
sent at 12:00. Special event station SK6SAQ will be operating on the
same day on 3.755kHz from 07:00 UTC, plus 14.035MHz CW and 14.215MHz
SSB between, and just after, the two SAQ transmissions. Full
information is online at www.alexander.n.se.
And now for the details of rallies and events for the coming week
Hull & District Amateur Radio Society will be holding an open event
today at the HADARS Club House, Walton Street Leisure Centre, Goathland
Close, Walton Street, Hull HU3 6JB. Doors open for viewing at 10.30am.
There will be a Bring and Buy, followed by an auction at 1pm. A BBQ and
refreshments will be available. Further details from Julian on 07901
230 012.
Also today, the West Of England Radio Rally takes place at the Cheese &
Grain, Bridge Street, Frome, Somerset BA11 1BE. There will be car
parking, catering, disabled facilities, trade stands and an RSGB book
stall. Contact Shaun, G8VPG, on 01225 873 098.
Sunday 1 July sees the Barford Norfolk Radio Rally at Barford Village
Hall & Green, Barford, Norwich NR9 4AB. The location is 9 miles
southwest of Norwich, close to the A11 and A47. There is talk-in on
S22, car parking, and the gates open at 9am. Admission is £1.50, with
children free. There will be a car boot sale, Bring & Buy, trade
stands, prize draw, refreshments available, plus disabled facilities.
Contact ra...@dcpmicro.com for more information.
Also on Sunday 1 July is the East Suffolk Wireless Revival, also known
as the Ipswich Radio Rally. It takes place at The Orwell Crossing Lorry
Park, A14 Eastbound, Nacton, Ipswich, IP10 0DD. There is talk-in on
S22, car parking, and the gates open at 9.30am. Admission is £1, and
you'll find a car boot sale, Bring & Buy, special interest groups, an
RSGB book stall, trade stands and more. Contact Steve, M1ACB, on 07711
329 624.
The final event for Sunday 1 July is the 16th Red Rose QRP Festival at
Formby Hall, Alder Street, Atherton, Manchester M46 9EY. There's free
car parking, disabled facilities, trade stands, special interest
groups, a Bring & But, catering and a licensed bar. Admission is £2,
with under-14s free. Details from Les Jackson, G4HZJ, on 01942 870 634.
Now for the news of special events
GB10SOTA, celebrating 10 years of Summits on the Air, continues from
the summit of Mount Snowdon, GW/NW-001. Using HF, VHF and UHF,
operation will continue until 15 July from the summit of the highest
mountain in England and Wales. Details are on QRZ.com.
GB2SAM will be operated jointly by Southdown Amateur Radio Society and
St Andrews School in Meads, Eastbourne. Operation will be from the
school on the morning of Wednesday 27 June. Then, on the afternoon of
Friday 29 June, pupils will join club members at the Redoubt Fortress &
Military Museum, Eastbourne, from where GB2RFM will be on the air.
Operation will be on HF, VHF and UHF, plus Echolink and D-Star.
Copyright © RSGB 2012. Not for public release before Monday 25 June
2012 except as a GB2RS broadcast. Hinckley Amateur Radio Electronics
Society is running GB6AFD for Armed Forces Day on Saturday 30 June at
Gamecock Barracks, Bramcote, Nuneaton CV11 6QN. Contact Vinny, M0TAV,
on 07947 330 700.
Marking the 91st anniversary of the Royal British Legion, GB2SBL will
be active on Sunday 1 July from the shack at Eureka Primary School,
Midway. Assisted by members of South Derbyshire and Ashby Woulds
Amateur Radio Group, the station will be active on HF, VHF and UHF from
10am to 5pm.
And now the DX news compiled from 425 DX News and other sources
Tynemouth Amateur Radio Club is running its first ever mini DXpedition
to the west coast of Scotland. They will be based in the Lochgilphead
area between 30 June and 7 July. It is intended to operate on all HF
bands in a variety of modes, plus terrestrial and satellite VHF. They
also hope to activate JURA, EU-008, and some nearby SOTA summits.
Details are on the club website, www.g0nwm.com.
The Turkish Special Wireless Activity Team and GITRAD will be
activating some new lighthouses for the Western Blacksea Lighthouses on
the Air award. On 30 June and 1 July, TC6BLH will be on the air at
Sinop Boztepe Lighthouse. Details are at www.tcswat.org.
Celebrating the 30 years of DXCC Entity 1A, 1A0C will be on the air
from 1 to 4 July at Santa Maria del Priorato, home of the Sovereign
Military Order of Malta. The operator list includes 1A0X, 1A0Z, EA2RY,
EA5RM, EA7AJR, EA7KW, F5CWU, IN3ZNR, IT9YVO, IZ8IYX, PB2T, SP3DOI and
KH6CG as a pilot for North America and Pacific. They will be active on
HF and 6m. QSL via Francesco Cozzi, 1A0Z, whose details are correct on
qrz.com.
Now the contest news
The 50MHz CW Contest is a new event to the calendar. It runs from 0900
to 1200UTC this morning. The exchange is signal report, serial number
and locator.
This afternoon, the 4th 70MHz Cumulative takes place from 1400 to
1600UTC. The exchange is also signal report, serial number and locator.
The UK Microwave Group Cumulative Contest also takes place today.
Activity will be on 5.7, 10 and 24GHz from 1000 to 1600UTC. Using all
modes, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator.
Two contests take place simultaneously from 1900-2230UTC on Thursday 26
June. The 50MHz UKAC is on 6m, whilst the SHF UKAC is on 2.3 to 10GHz.
The exchange for both is signal report, serial number and locator.
Finally, the Worked All Britain 144MHz Low Power Phone contest takes
place on Sunday 1 July from 1000 to 1400 UTC. The exchange is signal
report, serial number and WAB square. The maximum permitted power is 10
watts. Full details of the rules and logsheets may be obtained from the
WAB website, www.worked-all-Britain.co.uk or from the Contest Manager,
G3XKT, email aebb...@ntlworld.com.
Copyright © RSGB 2012. Not for public release before Monday 25 June
2012 except as a GB2RS broadcast. And now the solar factual data for
the period from Friday the 15th to the 21st of June, compiled by Neil
Clarke, G0CAS on Friday 22nd of June.
We start this week with the latest smoothed monthly sunspot numbers,
which are for September, October and November 2011 and are 59.5, 59.9
and 61.1 respectively.
st One large sunspot group dominated the solar disc until the 21 , when
it rotated out of view. Even though the group remained large, it
magnetically simplified day after day, with the consequence of failing
to produce any M class solar flares. Numerous C class solar flares took
place, some from the smaller groups that were also visible. Solar flux
levels declined from 145 units on the 15th to 98 by the 21st. The
average was 119 units. The 90 day solar flux average on the 21st was
119 units, that's one unit up on last week. X-ray flux levels declined
from B5.5 units on the 15th to B2.1 by the 21st. The average was B3.7
units. Geomagnetic activity started at quiet levels, with an Ap index
of only 3 units but, during the 16th, at least a couple of coronal mass
ejections arrived, increasing activity to major storm levels. The Ap
index on the 17th was 55 units. Activity then declined back to quiet
levels by the 19th. The average was Ap 15 units. Solar wind data from
the ACE spacecraft saw solar wind speeds increase from 300 kilometres
per second on the 16th to 550 during the 17th and the 18th. Particle
densities increased to 40 particles per cubic centimetre on the 16th
and 31 particles per cubic centimetre on the 17th. Bz varied between
minus 4 and plus 1 nanoTeslas on the quietest days, and between minus
20 and plus 30 nanoTeslas during the height of the storm. The Bz
remained negative for several hours during the morning of the 17th.
And finally the solar forecast. This week the quiet side of the Sun is
expected to be looking our way. Solar activity is expected to be low,
with only a small chance that activity would increase any higher. Solar
flux levels should be about at their lowest now, and a slight increase
is expected throughout the week to around 110 units. Geomagnetic
activity is expected to be quiet every day, but a coronal hole
disturbance is expected to arrive right at the end of the period. MUFs
during daylight hours at equal latitudes should be about 24MHz for the
south and 21MHz for the north. Darkness hour lows should be around
14MHz. Paths this week to the east coast of North America should have a
maximum usable frequency with a 50 per cent success rate of about
20MHz. The optimum working frequency with a 90 per cent success rate
will be around 15MHz. The best time to try this path will be between
1500 and 2100 hours. Sporadic-E is expected to take place up to 70MHz
most days with openings on 144MHz only on the occasional day.
And that's all for this week from the propagation team.
Copyright © RSGB 2012. Not for public release before Monday 25 June
2012 except as a GB2RS broadcast.
Next, the Local News:
Please note that details of all RSGB-affiliated clubs and societies
can be found on the RSGB website, including email addresses
and website links where known.
[Note to Newsreaders: Please read the local news items appropriate to
the service area of your transmission.]
NEWS FOR THE MIDLANDS We start with clubs that have several events this
week. Wythall Radio Club Curry Night is having a curry night on Monday,
for which members must book in advance. On Tuesday, Practical Wireless
VHF columnist Tim Kirby, G4VXE will be speaking about his world of VHF.
On Sunday 1 July there's a club net on 145.225MHz. Details from Chris,
G0EYO, on 07710 412 819.
On Monday 25 June South Birmingham Radio Society is loading trailer for
Field Day on Monday, then doing Shack and aerial work on Friday.
Contact Don, on 01214 581 603.
Lincoln Short-Wave Club is taking part in the 50MHz UK AC from the
shack on Tuesday from 20.00. On Wednesday there will be a talk at the
BSA Club from 20.15. Thursday sees the club operating the WAB Olympic
Torch Special Event Station all day, plus the simplex net on 145.375MHz
from 20.00. Finally, on the 30th, it's Saturday in the Shack. For more
information contact Pam Rose, G4STO, on 01427 788 356.
Friskney and East Lincolnshire Communications Club a club net on Monday
from 7pm, on 144.165 USB, vertical polarisation. On Wednesday there is
a M3+M6 club net on GB3FR from 7.30pm, and on Friday there is a club
net on GB3FR from 8pm. For more information contact the FELCC
Information Line on 07554 362 020. Contact the FELCC Information Line
on 07554 362 020.
Now we return to the traditional listing in date order. On Monday 25
June Gloucester Amateur Radio & Electronics Society is having an
informal meeting. Contact Anne, 2E1GKY, on 01452 548 478, daytime.
On Monday 25 June Stratford Upon Avon District Radio Society is holding
a 2m fox hunt, starting from the Home Guard Club. Contact G0CHO, on
01608 664 488.
On Tuesday 26 June Derby & District Amateur Radio Society is on the
air. Contact Richard Buckby, by email to ra...@dadars.org.uk.
On Tuesday 26 June Loughborough & District Amateur Radio Club is
holding a practical evening. More information from Chris, G1ETZ, on
01509 504 319.
On Tuesday 26 June Worcester Radio Amateurs Association is having a
construction evening. Details from Rich Moles, M0UVA, via email to
secr...@m0zoo.co.uk.
On Wednesday 27 June Midland Amateur Radio Society is holding training
classes plus an equipment and aerial review. Details from Norman,
G8BHE, on 07808 078 003.
On Wednesday 27 June South Kesteven Amateur Radio Society is having an
informal evening. Contact Nigel, M0CVO, on 01476 402 550.
On Wednesday 27 June Telford & District Amateur Radio Society is
holding its 2nd 2m DF hunt, starting at 1930, with 2E0TRO as the fox.
Contact Mike, G3JKX, on 01952 299 677.
Copyright © RSGB 2012. Not for public release before Monday 25 June
2012 except as a GB2RS broadcast. On Friday 29 June Bromsgrove &
District Amateur Radio Club is preparing for its special event station.
Contact Chris, M0BQE on 01905 776 869.
On Friday 29 June Coventry Amateur Radio Society is having a radio
workshop evening and holding its portable competition. Contact John,
G8SEQ, on 07958 777 363.
On Saturday 30 June Hinckley Amateur Radio Society is operating GB6AFD
for Armed Forces Day at Gamecock Barracks, Bramcote, Nuneaton CV11 6QN.
Any club or individual is welcome to attend and operate, where
applicable, and any help with setting up or running the event would be
gratefully received. Contact Vinny, M0TAV, on 07947 330 700.
NEWS FOR THE NORTH OF ENGLAND We start with clubs that have several
events this week. Denby Dale Radio Club is operating GX4WAB for the WAB
Follow The Torch event on Monday. Wednesday they are having a night on
the air from 19.30 on 145.575MHz. Details from Richard, M0RBG, on 07976
220 126.
South Manchester Radio and Computer Club is holding its monthly
technical forum on Monday, then on Thursday it's part 2 of the Wonders
of China talk by Dave, G4UGM. Details from Ron, G3SVW, on 01619 693
999.
Otley Amateur Radio Society is holding a Morse class with G0WNT and
taking part in the 50MHz UKAC Contest on Tuesday. Then on Saturday they
are operating GB200REC to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Royal
Engineers, Chatham. Contact Paul, 2E0PAK, on 07768 996 370.
Wakefield & District Radio Society is having a quiz with Dave, G4CLI on
Thursday. Saturday sees the Intermediate and Advanced Licence courses
continue from 13:30. Contact Ken, G8FSO, on 07900 563 117.
Now we return to the traditional listing in date order. On Sunday 24
June Hull & District Amateur Radio Society opens its doors at 10.30 for
viewing its Bring & Buy, followed by an auction at 1pm. The event is at
Walton Street Leisure Centre, Walton Street, HULL, HU3 6JB. A barbecue
and refreshments will be available. Details from Julian Randall, on
07901 230 012.
On Monday 25 June Angel of the North Amateur Radio Club is on the air.
Contact Nancy Bone, G7UUR, on 01914 770 036.
On Monday 25 June Bolton Wireless Club is planning for VHF National
Field Day and holding an EGM. For details, send an email to
boltonw...@gmail.com.
On Tuesday 26th June Sheffield Amateur Radio Club is operating as
GX4WAB all day in support of the Olympic Torch relay. More information
from Peter Day, G3PHO, by email to sa...@g3pho.org.uk.
On Tuesday 26 June Halifax & District ARS is having a club night.
Contact Martin, M0GQB, on 01422 341 317.
On Tuesday 26 June Morecambe Bay Amateur Radio Society is holding a
members' night. Contact Sheila, on 07867 516 836.
On Wednesday 27 June Hornsea Amateur Radio Club is holding a fox hunt.
Contact Gordon MacNaught, G3WOV, on 01377 240 573.
On Thursday 28 June Ripon & District Amateur Radio Society has its
poundshop antenna challenge. Details from Rob Hall, M0RBY, on 07876 085
631.
On Friday 29 June East Cleveland Amateur Radio Club is having a radio
magazines evening. For more information contact Alistair, G4OLK, on
01642 475 671.
On Friday 29 June Tynemouth Amateur Radio Club is having Morse tuition
and putting G0NWM on the air. Contact Bob, M6KLO, by email to
ma...@g0nwm.com.
Copyright © RSGB 2012. Not for public release before Monday 25 June
2012 except as a GB2RS broadcast.
NEWS FOR NORTHERN IRELAND No news items have been received for Northern
Ireland this week.
NEWS FOR SCOTLAND On Tuesday 26 June Livingston & District Amateur
Radio Society is having a club evening. Details from Norman, GM1CNH, on
07740 946 192.
On Thursday 28 June Aberdeen Amateur Radio Society is holding Morse
classes and is on the air. Contact Fred Gordon, MM0ODL, on 01975 651
365.
On Friday 29 June Cockenzie & Port Seton Amateur Radio Club is having a
normal club night, but please note the change of night. More
information from Bob, GM4UYZ, on 01875 811 723.
NEWS FOR THE SOUTH EAST and EAST ANGLIA We start with clubs that have
several events this week. Today, South Essex Amateur Radio Society is
taking part in
th Museums on the Air, operating GB2BM at Bay Museum. On Saturday the
30 , they are taking part in Armed Forces Day at The Paddocks, Canvey
Island. Contact Dave, G4UVJ, on 01268 697 978.
Farnborough & District Radio Society is running a 80m CW net 3.570MHz
from 1pm on Monday, followed by a 2m net on 144.675MHz at 8pm. On
Wednesday there's a talk on microwaves by Colin, G8BCO, then on Friday
it's the Top Band net on 1.995MHz from 8pm. Contact Neville, G3SPD, on
01252 404 816.
On Wednesday 27 June Norfolk Amateur Radio Club is having a talk and
demo on 3D television from 1950s to 2012 by Mike Cox. Please bring your
polarised cinema or LG TV 3D glasses to this talk. On Sunday 1 July
it's the Barford Radio Rally at Barford Village Hall. Details from
Chris Danby, G0DWV, on 01603 898 678.
Worthing & District Amateur Radio Club is having a surplus equipment
sale on Wednesday, then on Sunday 1 July it's the monthly breakfast
meeting at The Goring Café from 9am. Contact John, G8FMJ, on 01273 593
232.
Shefford & District Amateur Radio Society is planning for VHF NFD on
Thursday. Saturday sees a visit & guided tour of Bletchley Park.
Details from John Burnett, M6JBU, on 07860 804 793.
Now we return to the traditional listing in date order. On Sunday 24
June East Kent Radio Society is having its meeting and picnic at
Stelling Minnis. Details from Karl Davies, M1DFM, on 01227 710 120.
On Sunday 24 June Loughton & Epping Forest Amateur Radio Society is
operating GB2AVF at Abridge Village Fete. Contact Marc Litchman, G0TOC,
on 02085 021 645.
On Sunday 24 June Waterlooville Amateur Radio Club is holding a
fundraising night. Details from Rich, G4IBW, on 0772 225 002.
On Monday 25 June Surrey Radio Contact Club is having a talk on the
history of sound recording by Alvin, G6DTW. Contact John, G3MCX, on
02086 883 322.
On Tuesday 26 June Brede Steam Amateur Radio Society is at the shack.
For more information contact Steve, on 01424 720 815.
Copyright © RSGB 2012. Not for public release before Monday 25 June
2012 except as a GB2RS broadcast. On Tuesday 26 June Chelmsford Amateur
Radio Society is having a club net night from 8.30pm. Contact Martyn,
G1EFL, on 01245 469 008.
On Tuesday 26 June Dorking & District Radio Society is having a talk on
the Victorian internet by Ken Tythacott, M3CFC. Contact Garth, G3NPC,
on 01737 359 472.
On Tuesday 26 June Harwell Amateur Radio Society is having a shack
activity night. Details from Malcolm, G8NRP, on 01235 524 844.
On Tuesday 26 June Radio Society of Harrow is having an informal
evening at Rayners Lane. More information from Linda, G7RJL, on 02083
868 586.
On Wednesday 27 June Chesham & District Amateur Radio Society is
holding a pedestrian DF hunt around Chesham using 2m FM. More details
from Terry, G0VFW, on 01442 831 491.
On Wednesday 27 June Darenth Valley Radio Society is preparing for VHF
field day. Contact Bob, M0RAW, on 01322 663 804.
On Wednesday 27 June Hastings Electronics and Radio Club is having an
all day BBQ and /P operation at Hastings Country Park. Details from
Gordon, on 01424 431 909.
On Wednesday 27 June Newbury & District Amateur Radio Society is having
a presentation on the Rampisham shortwave transmitter station by Tony,
G0OVA. Contact Rob, G4LMW, on 01635 862 737.
On Thursday 28 June Bittern DX Group is holding its AGM at Pinewood
Park Leisure Club. Details from Linda, G0AJJ, on 01692 404 154.
On Thursday 28 June Edgware & District Radio Society invites members t
bring in their old and dusty radio books to show everyone.. More
information from Mike, G4RNW, on 02089 500 658.
On Thursday 28 June Hilderstone Radio and Electronics Club is having a
talk on the history of the tugboat Cervia by Mike Howland, G4MIX.
Contact Chrissie Turner, by email to hilders...@gmail.com.
On Thursday 28 June Horsham Amateur Radio Club is having a social
evening at the Queens Head, Barns Green, RH13 0PS. Details are on the
web at www.harc.org.uk.
On Thursday 28 June Lowestoft & District PYE Amateur Radio Club is
having a club night at the shack. Details from Lee, 2E1LJL, on 01502
564 242.
On Thursday 28 June Reading & District Amateur Radio Club is having a
talk by Tom Grady, G6IGA, on the history of Pye, Philips and Simoco
equipment and its conversion to amateur use. Details from Pete, G8FRC,
on 01189 695 697.
On Thursday 28 June Vange ARS is holding a natter night. Details from
Steve, G0KVZ, on 01268 552 606.
On Friday 29 June Fort Purbrook Amateur Radio Club is having a
presentation on EasyPAL by Mike, G4PRG and Gerry, G3COO. Contact Mick
Ponsford, M0GWD, on 02392 366 699.
On Friday 29 June Mid-Sussex Amateur Radio Society is having an
equipment familiarisation evening in advance of NFD. Details from Rob,
2E0RJA, on 01444 232 129.
On Friday 29 June Wimbledon & District Amateur Radio Society is holding
a pre-camp meeting. Contact Andrew Maish, G4ADM, on 02083 353 434.
Copyright © RSGB 2012. Not for public release before Monday 25 June
2012 except as a GB2RS broadcast.
NEWS FOR THE SOUTH WEST We start with clubs that have several events
this week. Today, South Bristol Amateur Radio Club is running the West
of England Radio Rally. On Thursday they are holding open house and
having an on the air night. Details from Andrew Jenner, G7KNA, on 07838
695 471.
Exeter Amateur Radio Society is considering ham radio test equipment at
the Moose Centre from 19:00 on Monday. The 2m club net is on Tuesday at
19.45 and the 4m net on Thursday at 19.00. Contact Nick, 2E0NRJ, on
01363 775 756.
Now we return to the traditional listing in date order. On Sunday 24
June Appledore & District Amateur Radio Club is at Abbotsham Fete.
Contact Brian Jewell, M0BRB, on 01237 473 251 for more information.
On Sunday 24 June Trowbridge & District Amateur Radio Club is having a
club table at the West Rally at the Cheese and Grain, Frome. Details
from Ian, G0GRI, on 01225 864 698, evenings and weekends.
On Monday 25 June Bristol RSGB Group is holding its summer Christmas
party. Details from Robin, G3TKF, on 01225 420 442.
On Monday 25 June Weston Super Mare Radio Society is holding Morse
classes & a natter night. Details from Paul, G3SDH, on 01761 221 206.
On Tuesday 26 June Mid Somerset Amateur Radio Club is having a social
night at the King's Arms, also known as the Dusthole, Shepton Mallet.
Contact Nick, 2E0FGQ, on 01749 346 320.
On Wednesday 27 June Thornbury & South Gloucestershire Amateur Radio
Club is on the air. Contact Tony, G0WMB, on 01454 417 048.
On Wednesday 27 June Torbay Amateur Radio Society is having a
presentation by Steve White, G3ZVW, on how the RSGB Yearbook is edited.
For more information contact Dave, G6FSP, by email to
g6...@tars.org.uk.
On Thursday 28 June Swindon & District Amateur Radio Club is having an
activity night. Contact Den, M0ACM, on 07810 317 750.
NEWS FOR WALES No news items have been received for Wales this week.
Copyright © RSGB 2012. Not for public release before Monday 25 June
2012 except as a GB2RS broadcast.
Sunday 24th June 2012
The news headlines:
* RadCom magazine suffers distribution delays
* Invitation to consult on 2m data channel reassignment
* AMSAT-Oscar 7 celebrates 10-year new lease of life
Gremlins have hit the July RadCom mailing. Investigations are
continuing to determine the source and scope of the problem, but the
RSGB is aware that many Members have yet to receive their copy. An
electronic version of the July edition has been made available on the
RSGB website at www.rsgb.org/radcom. Click on the words View free
sample RadCom, located on the right of the page.
The RSGB is conducting a consultation on proposals put forward for the
re-assignment of the 2m band data channels. This comes from pressure
for assigning new digital internet gateways. The proposal leaves a
significant number of channels for packet radio and other interests.
All interested amateurs, whether RSGB Members or not, are invited to
join the Litmus Test by following the `We need your Views' link on the
RSGB home page, www.rsgb.org.
Amateur satellite AMSAT-Oscar 7 was launched in November 1974. It
worked for around 8 years, until its batteries short- circuited in
mid-1981. 20 years on, the batteries mysteriously went open circuit and
the satellite came back to life, operating purely from its solar cells.
On 21 June 2002, the satellite was heard again, and last Thursday
marked 10 years of AO-7 operating in this second lease of life. The
full story is at www.uk.amsat.org/8524.
Following the recent decision at the World Radiocommunication
Conference 2012, the Malta Communications Authority granted Maltese
amateurs access to 472-479kHz from 31 May. The country's National
Frequency Plan identifies this as a Secondary allocation, with a
maximum power of 1 watt EIRP.
The planned Radio for Young People ARDF day at Bracknell on 24 June has
been cancelled, due to the small number of applicants.
The ARISS digipeater on the International Space Station has changed
frequency from 145.825MHz to 437.550MHz. Packet operations were moved
to the Columbus Module UHF radio when the Kenwood D700 radio was
recently powered down. This was because its power outlet was required
for an additional air purifier to support the recently-arrived
automated transfer vehicle. The Russian team has agreed to briefly
reconnect the radio for scheduled ARISS school contacts but then will
re-activate the purifier. This situation seems likely to continue until
the automated transfer vehicle departs in September.
Barry Amateur Radio Society club would like to thank Kenwood
Electronics UK Ltd for the loan of equipment for their Olympic flagship
station 2 Oscar 1 2 W. The radios have already been on the air for a
range of events, including covering progress of the Olympic Torch
through South Wales. Look out for 2O12W and the Barry Club on the air,
not just over the Olympic period but throughout 2012. You can see the
latest operating news on the club's website at www.bars.btik.com.
Copyright © RSGB 2012. Not for public release before Monday 25 June
2012 except as a GB2RS broadcast. In celebration of the new Bomber
Command memorial to be unveiled in London on 28 June, GW3OQK plans to
put his vintage T1154 and R1154 on the air. He invites other amateurs
to join him on 40 and 80m, CW and AM, saying he would love to hear the
chirp of some other old gear amongst the rock-steady modern
transmissions.
Next Sunday, 1 July, is Alexanderson Day, which means that the World
Heritage-listed SAQ transmitter will be on the air. This unique Swedish
transmitter uses an Alexanderson Alternator to generate its 17.2kHz
signals. It will be run up at 08:30 UTC and a message sent at 09:00.
The machine will be started again at 11:30 UTC and a second message
sent at 12:00. Special event station SK6SAQ will be operating on the
same day on 3.755kHz from 07:00 UTC, plus 14.035MHz CW and 14.215MHz
SSB between, and just after, the two SAQ transmissions. Full
information is online at www.alexander.n.se.
And now for the details of rallies and events for the coming week
Hull & District Amateur Radio Society will be holding an open event
today at the HADARS Club House, Walton Street Leisure Centre, Goathland
Close, Walton Street, Hull HU3 6JB. Doors open for viewing at 10.30am.
There will be a Bring and Buy, followed by an auction at 1pm. A BBQ and
refreshments will be available. Further details from Julian on 07901
230 012.
Also today, the West Of England Radio Rally takes place at the Cheese &
Grain, Bridge Street, Frome, Somerset BA11 1BE. There will be car
parking, catering, disabled facilities, trade stands and an RSGB book
stall. Contact Shaun, G8VPG, on 01225 873 098.
Sunday 1 July sees the Barford Norfolk Radio Rally at Barford Village
Hall & Green, Barford, Norwich NR9 4AB. The location is 9 miles
southwest of Norwich, close to the A11 and A47. There is talk-in on
S22, car parking, and the gates open at 9am. Admission is £1.50, with
children free. There will be a car boot sale, Bring & Buy, trade
stands, prize draw, refreshments available, plus disabled facilities.
Contact ra...@dcpmicro.com for more information.
Also on Sunday 1 July is the East Suffolk Wireless Revival, also known
as the Ipswich Radio Rally. It takes place at The Orwell Crossing Lorry
Park, A14 Eastbound, Nacton, Ipswich, IP10 0DD. There is talk-in on
S22, car parking, and the gates open at 9.30am. Admission is £1, and
you'll find a car boot sale, Bring & Buy, special interest groups, an
RSGB book stall, trade stands and more. Contact Steve, M1ACB, on 07711
329 624.
The final event for Sunday 1 July is the 16th Red Rose QRP Festival at
Formby Hall, Alder Street, Atherton, Manchester M46 9EY. There's free
car parking, disabled facilities, trade stands, special interest
groups, a Bring & But, catering and a licensed bar. Admission is £2,
with under-14s free. Details from Les Jackson, G4HZJ, on 01942 870 634.
Now for the news of special events
GB10SOTA, celebrating 10 years of Summits on the Air, continues from
the summit of Mount Snowdon, GW/NW-001. Using HF, VHF and UHF,
operation will continue until 15 July from the summit of the highest
mountain in England and Wales. Details are on QRZ.com.
GB2SAM will be operated jointly by Southdown Amateur Radio Society and
St Andrews School in Meads, Eastbourne. Operation will be from the
school on the morning of Wednesday 27 June. Then, on the afternoon of
Friday 29 June, pupils will join club members at the Redoubt Fortress &
Military Museum, Eastbourne, from where GB2RFM will be on the air.
Operation will be on HF, VHF and UHF, plus Echolink and D-Star.
Copyright © RSGB 2012. Not for public release before Monday 25 June
2012 except as a GB2RS broadcast. Hinckley Amateur Radio Electronics
Society is running GB6AFD for Armed Forces Day on Saturday 30 June at
Gamecock Barracks, Bramcote, Nuneaton CV11 6QN. Contact Vinny, M0TAV,
on 07947 330 700.
Marking the 91st anniversary of the Royal British Legion, GB2SBL will
be active on Sunday 1 July from the shack at Eureka Primary School,
Midway. Assisted by members of South Derbyshire and Ashby Woulds
Amateur Radio Group, the station will be active on HF, VHF and UHF from
10am to 5pm.
And now the DX news compiled from 425 DX News and other sources
Tynemouth Amateur Radio Club is running its first ever mini DXpedition
to the west coast of Scotland. They will be based in the Lochgilphead
area between 30 June and 7 July. It is intended to operate on all HF
bands in a variety of modes, plus terrestrial and satellite VHF. They
also hope to activate JURA, EU-008, and some nearby SOTA summits.
Details are on the club website, www.g0nwm.com.
The Turkish Special Wireless Activity Team and GITRAD will be
activating some new lighthouses for the Western Blacksea Lighthouses on
the Air award. On 30 June and 1 July, TC6BLH will be on the air at
Sinop Boztepe Lighthouse. Details are at www.tcswat.org.
Celebrating the 30 years of DXCC Entity 1A, 1A0C will be on the air
from 1 to 4 July at Santa Maria del Priorato, home of the Sovereign
Military Order of Malta. The operator list includes 1A0X, 1A0Z, EA2RY,
EA5RM, EA7AJR, EA7KW, F5CWU, IN3ZNR, IT9YVO, IZ8IYX, PB2T, SP3DOI and
KH6CG as a pilot for North America and Pacific. They will be active on
HF and 6m. QSL via Francesco Cozzi, 1A0Z, whose details are correct on
qrz.com.
Now the contest news
The 50MHz CW Contest is a new event to the calendar. It runs from 0900
to 1200UTC this morning. The exchange is signal report, serial number
and locator.
This afternoon, the 4th 70MHz Cumulative takes place from 1400 to
1600UTC. The exchange is also signal report, serial number and locator.
The UK Microwave Group Cumulative Contest also takes place today.
Activity will be on 5.7, 10 and 24GHz from 1000 to 1600UTC. Using all
modes, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator.
Two contests take place simultaneously from 1900-2230UTC on Thursday 26
June. The 50MHz UKAC is on 6m, whilst the SHF UKAC is on 2.3 to 10GHz.
The exchange for both is signal report, serial number and locator.
Finally, the Worked All Britain 144MHz Low Power Phone contest takes
place on Sunday 1 July from 1000 to 1400 UTC. The exchange is signal
report, serial number and WAB square. The maximum permitted power is 10
watts. Full details of the rules and logsheets may be obtained from the
WAB website, www.worked-all-Britain.co.uk or from the Contest Manager,
G3XKT, email aebb...@ntlworld.com.
Copyright © RSGB 2012. Not for public release before Monday 25 June
2012 except as a GB2RS broadcast. And now the solar factual data for
the period from Friday the 15th to the 21st of June, compiled by Neil
Clarke, G0CAS on Friday 22nd of June.
We start this week with the latest smoothed monthly sunspot numbers,
which are for September, October and November 2011 and are 59.5, 59.9
and 61.1 respectively.
st One large sunspot group dominated the solar disc until the 21 , when
it rotated out of view. Even though the group remained large, it
magnetically simplified day after day, with the consequence of failing
to produce any M class solar flares. Numerous C class solar flares took
place, some from the smaller groups that were also visible. Solar flux
levels declined from 145 units on the 15th to 98 by the 21st. The
average was 119 units. The 90 day solar flux average on the 21st was
119 units, that's one unit up on last week. X-ray flux levels declined
from B5.5 units on the 15th to B2.1 by the 21st. The average was B3.7
units. Geomagnetic activity started at quiet levels, with an Ap index
of only 3 units but, during the 16th, at least a couple of coronal mass
ejections arrived, increasing activity to major storm levels. The Ap
index on the 17th was 55 units. Activity then declined back to quiet
levels by the 19th. The average was Ap 15 units. Solar wind data from
the ACE spacecraft saw solar wind speeds increase from 300 kilometres
per second on the 16th to 550 during the 17th and the 18th. Particle
densities increased to 40 particles per cubic centimetre on the 16th
and 31 particles per cubic centimetre on the 17th. Bz varied between
minus 4 and plus 1 nanoTeslas on the quietest days, and between minus
20 and plus 30 nanoTeslas during the height of the storm. The Bz
remained negative for several hours during the morning of the 17th.
And finally the solar forecast. This week the quiet side of the Sun is
expected to be looking our way. Solar activity is expected to be low,
with only a small chance that activity would increase any higher. Solar
flux levels should be about at their lowest now, and a slight increase
is expected throughout the week to around 110 units. Geomagnetic
activity is expected to be quiet every day, but a coronal hole
disturbance is expected to arrive right at the end of the period. MUFs
during daylight hours at equal latitudes should be about 24MHz for the
south and 21MHz for the north. Darkness hour lows should be around
14MHz. Paths this week to the east coast of North America should have a
maximum usable frequency with a 50 per cent success rate of about
20MHz. The optimum working frequency with a 90 per cent success rate
will be around 15MHz. The best time to try this path will be between
1500 and 2100 hours. Sporadic-E is expected to take place up to 70MHz
most days with openings on 144MHz only on the occasional day.
And that's all for this week from the propagation team.
Copyright © RSGB 2012. Not for public release before Monday 25 June
2012 except as a GB2RS broadcast.
Next, the Local News:
Please note that details of all RSGB-affiliated clubs and societies
can be found on the RSGB website, including email addresses
and website links where known.
[Note to Newsreaders: Please read the local news items appropriate to
the service area of your transmission.]
NEWS FOR THE MIDLANDS We start with clubs that have several events this
week. Wythall Radio Club Curry Night is having a curry night on Monday,
for which members must book in advance. On Tuesday, Practical Wireless
VHF columnist Tim Kirby, G4VXE will be speaking about his world of VHF.
On Sunday 1 July there's a club net on 145.225MHz. Details from Chris,
G0EYO, on 07710 412 819.
On Monday 25 June South Birmingham Radio Society is loading trailer for
Field Day on Monday, then doing Shack and aerial work on Friday.
Contact Don, on 01214 581 603.
Lincoln Short-Wave Club is taking part in the 50MHz UK AC from the
shack on Tuesday from 20.00. On Wednesday there will be a talk at the
BSA Club from 20.15. Thursday sees the club operating the WAB Olympic
Torch Special Event Station all day, plus the simplex net on 145.375MHz
from 20.00. Finally, on the 30th, it's Saturday in the Shack. For more
information contact Pam Rose, G4STO, on 01427 788 356.
Friskney and East Lincolnshire Communications Club a club net on Monday
from 7pm, on 144.165 USB, vertical polarisation. On Wednesday there is
a M3+M6 club net on GB3FR from 7.30pm, and on Friday there is a club
net on GB3FR from 8pm. For more information contact the FELCC
Information Line on 07554 362 020. Contact the FELCC Information Line
on 07554 362 020.
Now we return to the traditional listing in date order. On Monday 25
June Gloucester Amateur Radio & Electronics Society is having an
informal meeting. Contact Anne, 2E1GKY, on 01452 548 478, daytime.
On Monday 25 June Stratford Upon Avon District Radio Society is holding
a 2m fox hunt, starting from the Home Guard Club. Contact G0CHO, on
01608 664 488.
On Tuesday 26 June Derby & District Amateur Radio Society is on the
air. Contact Richard Buckby, by email to ra...@dadars.org.uk.
On Tuesday 26 June Loughborough & District Amateur Radio Club is
holding a practical evening. More information from Chris, G1ETZ, on
01509 504 319.
On Tuesday 26 June Worcester Radio Amateurs Association is having a
construction evening. Details from Rich Moles, M0UVA, via email to
secr...@m0zoo.co.uk.
On Wednesday 27 June Midland Amateur Radio Society is holding training
classes plus an equipment and aerial review. Details from Norman,
G8BHE, on 07808 078 003.
On Wednesday 27 June South Kesteven Amateur Radio Society is having an
informal evening. Contact Nigel, M0CVO, on 01476 402 550.
On Wednesday 27 June Telford & District Amateur Radio Society is
holding its 2nd 2m DF hunt, starting at 1930, with 2E0TRO as the fox.
Contact Mike, G3JKX, on 01952 299 677.
Copyright © RSGB 2012. Not for public release before Monday 25 June
2012 except as a GB2RS broadcast. On Friday 29 June Bromsgrove &
District Amateur Radio Club is preparing for its special event station.
Contact Chris, M0BQE on 01905 776 869.
On Friday 29 June Coventry Amateur Radio Society is having a radio
workshop evening and holding its portable competition. Contact John,
G8SEQ, on 07958 777 363.
On Saturday 30 June Hinckley Amateur Radio Society is operating GB6AFD
for Armed Forces Day at Gamecock Barracks, Bramcote, Nuneaton CV11 6QN.
Any club or individual is welcome to attend and operate, where
applicable, and any help with setting up or running the event would be
gratefully received. Contact Vinny, M0TAV, on 07947 330 700.
NEWS FOR THE NORTH OF ENGLAND We start with clubs that have several
events this week. Denby Dale Radio Club is operating GX4WAB for the WAB
Follow The Torch event on Monday. Wednesday they are having a night on
the air from 19.30 on 145.575MHz. Details from Richard, M0RBG, on 07976
220 126.
South Manchester Radio and Computer Club is holding its monthly
technical forum on Monday, then on Thursday it's part 2 of the Wonders
of China talk by Dave, G4UGM. Details from Ron, G3SVW, on 01619 693
999.
Otley Amateur Radio Society is holding a Morse class with G0WNT and
taking part in the 50MHz UKAC Contest on Tuesday. Then on Saturday they
are operating GB200REC to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Royal
Engineers, Chatham. Contact Paul, 2E0PAK, on 07768 996 370.
Wakefield & District Radio Society is having a quiz with Dave, G4CLI on
Thursday. Saturday sees the Intermediate and Advanced Licence courses
continue from 13:30. Contact Ken, G8FSO, on 07900 563 117.
Now we return to the traditional listing in date order. On Sunday 24
June Hull & District Amateur Radio Society opens its doors at 10.30 for
viewing its Bring & Buy, followed by an auction at 1pm. The event is at
Walton Street Leisure Centre, Walton Street, HULL, HU3 6JB. A barbecue
and refreshments will be available. Details from Julian Randall, on
07901 230 012.
On Monday 25 June Angel of the North Amateur Radio Club is on the air.
Contact Nancy Bone, G7UUR, on 01914 770 036.
On Monday 25 June Bolton Wireless Club is planning for VHF National
Field Day and holding an EGM. For details, send an email to
boltonw...@gmail.com.
On Tuesday 26th June Sheffield Amateur Radio Club is operating as
GX4WAB all day in support of the Olympic Torch relay. More information
from Peter Day, G3PHO, by email to sa...@g3pho.org.uk.
On Tuesday 26 June Halifax & District ARS is having a club night.
Contact Martin, M0GQB, on 01422 341 317.
On Tuesday 26 June Morecambe Bay Amateur Radio Society is holding a
members' night. Contact Sheila, on 07867 516 836.
On Wednesday 27 June Hornsea Amateur Radio Club is holding a fox hunt.
Contact Gordon MacNaught, G3WOV, on 01377 240 573.
On Thursday 28 June Ripon & District Amateur Radio Society has its
poundshop antenna challenge. Details from Rob Hall, M0RBY, on 07876 085
631.
On Friday 29 June East Cleveland Amateur Radio Club is having a radio
magazines evening. For more information contact Alistair, G4OLK, on
01642 475 671.
On Friday 29 June Tynemouth Amateur Radio Club is having Morse tuition
and putting G0NWM on the air. Contact Bob, M6KLO, by email to
ma...@g0nwm.com.
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2012 except as a GB2RS broadcast.
NEWS FOR NORTHERN IRELAND No news items have been received for Northern
Ireland this week.
NEWS FOR SCOTLAND On Tuesday 26 June Livingston & District Amateur
Radio Society is having a club evening. Details from Norman, GM1CNH, on
07740 946 192.
On Thursday 28 June Aberdeen Amateur Radio Society is holding Morse
classes and is on the air. Contact Fred Gordon, MM0ODL, on 01975 651
365.
On Friday 29 June Cockenzie & Port Seton Amateur Radio Club is having a
normal club night, but please note the change of night. More
information from Bob, GM4UYZ, on 01875 811 723.
NEWS FOR THE SOUTH EAST and EAST ANGLIA We start with clubs that have
several events this week. Today, South Essex Amateur Radio Society is
taking part in
th Museums on the Air, operating GB2BM at Bay Museum. On Saturday the
30 , they are taking part in Armed Forces Day at The Paddocks, Canvey
Island. Contact Dave, G4UVJ, on 01268 697 978.
Farnborough & District Radio Society is running a 80m CW net 3.570MHz
from 1pm on Monday, followed by a 2m net on 144.675MHz at 8pm. On
Wednesday there's a talk on microwaves by Colin, G8BCO, then on Friday
it's the Top Band net on 1.995MHz from 8pm. Contact Neville, G3SPD, on
01252 404 816.
On Wednesday 27 June Norfolk Amateur Radio Club is having a talk and
demo on 3D television from 1950s to 2012 by Mike Cox. Please bring your
polarised cinema or LG TV 3D glasses to this talk. On Sunday 1 July
it's the Barford Radio Rally at Barford Village Hall. Details from
Chris Danby, G0DWV, on 01603 898 678.
Worthing & District Amateur Radio Club is having a surplus equipment
sale on Wednesday, then on Sunday 1 July it's the monthly breakfast
meeting at The Goring Café from 9am. Contact John, G8FMJ, on 01273 593
232.
Shefford & District Amateur Radio Society is planning for VHF NFD on
Thursday. Saturday sees a visit & guided tour of Bletchley Park.
Details from John Burnett, M6JBU, on 07860 804 793.
Now we return to the traditional listing in date order. On Sunday 24
June East Kent Radio Society is having its meeting and picnic at
Stelling Minnis. Details from Karl Davies, M1DFM, on 01227 710 120.
On Sunday 24 June Loughton & Epping Forest Amateur Radio Society is
operating GB2AVF at Abridge Village Fete. Contact Marc Litchman, G0TOC,
on 02085 021 645.
On Sunday 24 June Waterlooville Amateur Radio Club is holding a
fundraising night. Details from Rich, G4IBW, on 0772 225 002.
On Monday 25 June Surrey Radio Contact Club is having a talk on the
history of sound recording by Alvin, G6DTW. Contact John, G3MCX, on
02086 883 322.
On Tuesday 26 June Brede Steam Amateur Radio Society is at the shack.
For more information contact Steve, on 01424 720 815.
Copyright © RSGB 2012. Not for public release before Monday 25 June
2012 except as a GB2RS broadcast. On Tuesday 26 June Chelmsford Amateur
Radio Society is having a club net night from 8.30pm. Contact Martyn,
G1EFL, on 01245 469 008.
On Tuesday 26 June Dorking & District Radio Society is having a talk on
the Victorian internet by Ken Tythacott, M3CFC. Contact Garth, G3NPC,
on 01737 359 472.
On Tuesday 26 June Harwell Amateur Radio Society is having a shack
activity night. Details from Malcolm, G8NRP, on 01235 524 844.
On Tuesday 26 June Radio Society of Harrow is having an informal
evening at Rayners Lane. More information from Linda, G7RJL, on 02083
868 586.
On Wednesday 27 June Chesham & District Amateur Radio Society is
holding a pedestrian DF hunt around Chesham using 2m FM. More details
from Terry, G0VFW, on 01442 831 491.
On Wednesday 27 June Darenth Valley Radio Society is preparing for VHF
field day. Contact Bob, M0RAW, on 01322 663 804.
On Wednesday 27 June Hastings Electronics and Radio Club is having an
all day BBQ and /P operation at Hastings Country Park. Details from
Gordon, on 01424 431 909.
On Wednesday 27 June Newbury & District Amateur Radio Society is having
a presentation on the Rampisham shortwave transmitter station by Tony,
G0OVA. Contact Rob, G4LMW, on 01635 862 737.
On Thursday 28 June Bittern DX Group is holding its AGM at Pinewood
Park Leisure Club. Details from Linda, G0AJJ, on 01692 404 154.
On Thursday 28 June Edgware & District Radio Society invites members t
bring in their old and dusty radio books to show everyone.. More
information from Mike, G4RNW, on 02089 500 658.
On Thursday 28 June Hilderstone Radio and Electronics Club is having a
talk on the history of the tugboat Cervia by Mike Howland, G4MIX.
Contact Chrissie Turner, by email to hilders...@gmail.com.
On Thursday 28 June Horsham Amateur Radio Club is having a social
evening at the Queens Head, Barns Green, RH13 0PS. Details are on the
web at www.harc.org.uk.
On Thursday 28 June Lowestoft & District PYE Amateur Radio Club is
having a club night at the shack. Details from Lee, 2E1LJL, on 01502
564 242.
On Thursday 28 June Reading & District Amateur Radio Club is having a
talk by Tom Grady, G6IGA, on the history of Pye, Philips and Simoco
equipment and its conversion to amateur use. Details from Pete, G8FRC,
on 01189 695 697.
On Thursday 28 June Vange ARS is holding a natter night. Details from
Steve, G0KVZ, on 01268 552 606.
On Friday 29 June Fort Purbrook Amateur Radio Club is having a
presentation on EasyPAL by Mike, G4PRG and Gerry, G3COO. Contact Mick
Ponsford, M0GWD, on 02392 366 699.
On Friday 29 June Mid-Sussex Amateur Radio Society is having an
equipment familiarisation evening in advance of NFD. Details from Rob,
2E0RJA, on 01444 232 129.
On Friday 29 June Wimbledon & District Amateur Radio Society is holding
a pre-camp meeting. Contact Andrew Maish, G4ADM, on 02083 353 434.
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2012 except as a GB2RS broadcast.
NEWS FOR THE SOUTH WEST We start with clubs that have several events
this week. Today, South Bristol Amateur Radio Club is running the West
of England Radio Rally. On Thursday they are holding open house and
having an on the air night. Details from Andrew Jenner, G7KNA, on 07838
695 471.
Exeter Amateur Radio Society is considering ham radio test equipment at
the Moose Centre from 19:00 on Monday. The 2m club net is on Tuesday at
19.45 and the 4m net on Thursday at 19.00. Contact Nick, 2E0NRJ, on
01363 775 756.
Now we return to the traditional listing in date order. On Sunday 24
June Appledore & District Amateur Radio Club is at Abbotsham Fete.
Contact Brian Jewell, M0BRB, on 01237 473 251 for more information.
On Sunday 24 June Trowbridge & District Amateur Radio Club is having a
club table at the West Rally at the Cheese and Grain, Frome. Details
from Ian, G0GRI, on 01225 864 698, evenings and weekends.
On Monday 25 June Bristol RSGB Group is holding its summer Christmas
party. Details from Robin, G3TKF, on 01225 420 442.
On Monday 25 June Weston Super Mare Radio Society is holding Morse
classes & a natter night. Details from Paul, G3SDH, on 01761 221 206.
On Tuesday 26 June Mid Somerset Amateur Radio Club is having a social
night at the King's Arms, also known as the Dusthole, Shepton Mallet.
Contact Nick, 2E0FGQ, on 01749 346 320.
On Wednesday 27 June Thornbury & South Gloucestershire Amateur Radio
Club is on the air. Contact Tony, G0WMB, on 01454 417 048.
On Wednesday 27 June Torbay Amateur Radio Society is having a
presentation by Steve White, G3ZVW, on how the RSGB Yearbook is edited.
For more information contact Dave, G6FSP, by email to
g6...@tars.org.uk.
On Thursday 28 June Swindon & District Amateur Radio Club is having an
activity night. Contact Den, M0ACM, on 07810 317 750.
NEWS FOR WALES No news items have been received for Wales this week.
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2012 except as a GB2RS broadcast.
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> The planned Radio for Young People ARDF day at Bracknell on 24 June has
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..........Probably Bracknell that put them off........
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