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The ARRL Letter
Published by the American Radio Relay League
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November 23, 2022
John E. Ross, KD8IDJ, Editor <ne...@arrl.org>
ARRL Home Page <http://www.arrl.org/>ARRL Letter Archive
<http://www.arrl.org/arrlletter/>Audio News
<http://www.arrl.org/arrlletter/audio/> IN THIS ISSUE
- 2022 ARRL Board of Directors Election Results
- SKYWARN Recognition Day Set for December 3, 2022
- Dr. Ulrich Rohde, N1UL, to Be Inducted to the Indian National Academy
of Engineering
- Dodge County Amateur Radio Emergency Service Receives ServeNebraska
Award
- Support Young Hams on #GivingTuesday
- Amateur Radio in the News
- ARRL Podcasts
- Announcements
- In Brief...
- The K7RA Solar Update
- Just Ahead in Radiosport
- Upcoming Section, State, and Division Conventions
==> HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
Please enjoy this early issue of the weekly ARRL Letter.
On behalf of ARRL, Happy Thanksgiving! We are thankful to our members
and member-volunteers, and all radio amateurs who help us advance the
art, science, and enjoyment of amateur radio.
ARRL Headquarters will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 24 -
25, 2022, for the Thanksgiving holiday. There will be no W1AW bulletin
or code practice transmissions on those days. ARRL HQ will reopen on
Monday, November 28, at 8 AM EST.
==> 2022 ARRL BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION RESULTS
ARRL Southeastern Division Director Mickey Baker, N4MB, of Palm
Beach Gardens, Florida, overcame challengers for his position in the
2023 - 2025 election cycle. Ballots counted on November 18 showed Baker
(2,785 votes) defeating challengers Vice Director James Schilling,
KG4JSZ (1,000 votes), and John Willis, KB4DU (673 votes).
For the position of Vice Director, Jeff Beals, WA4AW (1,516 votes), of
Loxahatchee, Florida, defeated challengers Andrew Milluzzi, KK4LWR
(1,287 votes); Neal Sulmeyer, K4EA (859 votes), and Joseph Tiritilli,
N4ZUW (763 votes).
Baker and Beals have been declared elected for terms beginning January
1, 2023. Baker is finishing his first term as an ARRL Director. He
currently serves on the Administration and Finance Committee, and
Logbook of The World Committee.
Read the complete ARRL News
<https://www.arrl.org/news/2022-arrl-board-of-directors-election-results>
story.
==> SKYWARN RECOGNITION DAY SET FOR DECEMBER 3, 2022
The annual SKYWARN <http://www.weather.gov/skywarn/>â(tm)¢ Recognition Day
(SRD <https://www.weather.gov/crh/skywarnrecognition>) on-the-air
activity will take place Saturday, December 3, 2022, from 0000 to 2400
UTC. For US time zones, activity begins on the evening of Friday,
December 2, 2022.
SKYWARN Recognition Day was developed in 1999 by the National Weather
Service (NWS) and ARRL <https://www.arrl.org/skywarn-recognition-day>
The National Association for Amateur Radio® to honor the contributions
that SKYWARN volunteers make to the NWS mission -- the protection of
life and property during threatening weather. During the SKYWARN
special event, hams will operate from several NWS offices, as well as
from their mobile, home, and club stations. "The relationship between
amateur radio operators and the NWS is extremely important for relaying
information during storms of any type," said ARRL Director of Emergency
Management Josh Johnston, KE5MHV. "SKYWARN is a perfect example of the
value of hams working together with government partners during times of
disaster."
The SKYWARN Storm Spotter Program has been a mechanism used by the NWS
for years to educate people on what to watch for during weather events
and to provide a source for information to the NWS offices. Program
courses provide information on reportable criteria for cloud
formations, and even what to look for during the formation of
supercells that may cause tornadoes or other potentially dangerous
weather events.
For information about SKYWARN spotter courses, which are available to
anyone around the country or online, visit
https://www.weather.gov/skywarn/.
<http://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/132618>
If you would like more information on becoming an amateur radio
operator, go to http://arrl.org/getting-licensed. ARRL also offers a
book, Storm Spotting and Amateur Radio
<https://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/132618>,
that is available from ARRL and its publication dealers.
Individuals and NWS office amateur radio stations who are planning on
operating for 2022 SKYWARN Recognition Day should register to
participate. All amateur radio stations and SKYWARN spotters that
register will receive an SRD number to their email address once
registered. Information about participating, registration, and a
Spotter Recognition Map is available at
https://www.weather.gov/crh/skywarnrecognition.
In-person amateur radio operations will be determined by each local
National Weather Service Forecast Office. Amateur radio operators must
make all necessary inquiries with the appropriate NWS staff at your
respective National Weather Forecast Office ahead of SRD.
Look for station WX1AW, operated by ARRL Emergency Management Assistant
Ken Bailey, K1FUG, during SRD. WX1AW will be active on 40 thru 10
meters using SSB and FT8 Modes and will monitor local VHF and UHF
repeaters. Contacts will be uploaded to LoTW after the event. QSL via
the station license address with a SASE
(self-addressed-stamped-envelope).
More information is available at www.arrl.org/skywarn-recognition-day
<http://www.arrl.org/skywarn-recognition-day>.
==> DR. ULRICH ROHDE, N1UL, TO BE INDUCTED TO THE INDIAN NATIONAL
ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING
The Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE) will induct Dr.
Ulrich Rohde, N1UL, as a fellow during ceremonies in mid-December. Dr.
Rohde is only the third foreign fellow elected by the INAE, preceded by
Dr. Jeffrey Wineland, who won a Nobel Prize in Physics, and Dr. Philip
H. Knight.
In the formal announcement issued November 19, 2022, the INAE thanked
Dr. Rohde for "outstanding contributions to engineering and also your
dynamic leadership in engineering domain, which have immensely
contributed for the faster development of the country."
The INAE was founded in 1987 and describes itself as including
"India's most distinguished engineers, engineer-scientists, and
technologists covering the entire spectrum of engineering disciplines."
Dr. Rohde has been an avid amateur radio operator holding several
licenses in the United States and Germany. He has been licensed since
1956 and involved mostly in technology and systems. In 2015, he won
first place in the ARRL International DX Contest in the Northern New
Jersey Section. He also operates N1UL/MM on his yacht, the Dragonfly,
and is Trustee of the Marco Island Radio Club, K5MI.
"It is great to see Ulrich get this award," said Ed Hare, W1RFI, ARRL
Laboratory Manager. "His contributions to technology have clearly been
global in scope and even though his accomplishments have clearly been
professional, amateur radio has also played a role in his being a
world-class engineer. The ARRL Lab has appreciated his help and support
over decades of time, and we join in offering our congratulations for
another important achievement.
ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio® <http://www.arrl.org/>
recognized Dr. Rohde as the 2022 recipient of the Institute of
Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Photonics Society
Engineering Achievement Award. The award is for outstanding engineering
achievement in the field of optoelectronic signal generation and
optical measurement equipment for next-generation intelligent optical
networks. Dr. Rohde is an ARRL Maxim Society and Life Member.
==> DODGE COUNTY AMATEUR RADIO EMERGENCY SERVICE RECEIVES SERVENEBRASKA
AWARD
The Dodge County Amateur Radio Emergency Service® (ARES®) has received
the 2022 Disaster Volunteer Award at the ServeNebraska Step Forward
Awards Luncheon on November 4, 2022.
Presenting the 2022 Disaster Volunteer Award is Nebraska First Lady
Susanne Stone, Steve Narans, WB0VNF, Wesley Payne, KE0WHA, and Wes
Chrisman, KD0PGV. [Dave Theophilus, W0NRW, photo]
Presented by Nebraska First Lady Susanne Shore, the award recognizes
Dodge County ARES for a critical role in responding to the 2019
flooding in Fremont, Nebraska, and the surrounding areas. Dodge County
ARES took significant steps to ensure that the Fremont community is
always prepared. Amateur radio operator Steve Narans, WB0VNF, was cited
for his role in retrofitting a county communications trailer for setup
and use by first responders.
The group participated in a full-scale disaster drill with the Nebraska
Army National Guard, Fremont Police, and Fremont Fire Department to
test their skills and demonstrate how their services fit in among other
disaster response efforts. During severe weather, they monitor weather
conditions and report to the National Weather Service for its use in
issuing severe weather warnings for Dodge County.
The group was nominated for the award by Dodge County Emergency Manager
Tom Smith. Selection for the award was made by Nebraska Governor Pete
Ricketts.
The ServeNebraska Step Forward Awards recognize exemplary volunteers
across the state for their time and service aimed at making their
communities better. The awards are the most prestigious awards given
for volunteerism in the state of Nebraska. Dodge County ARES was among
eleven 2022 honorees.
For more information about the ARRL Amateur Radio Emergency Service®
(ARES®), visit http://www.arrl.org/ares.
==> SUPPORT YOUNG HAMS ON #GIVINGTUESDAY
<https://youtu.be/ns6VR8h-8T8>#GivingTuesday is November 29, 2022 - a
growing annual movement where individuals and organizations, like ARRL
<https://www.arrl.org/give>, come together to unleash the power of
radical generosity. This year, ARRL's theme for #GivingTuesday is young
hams. From now to #GivingTuesday, ARRL wants to raise $25,000 to help
support and expand its programs and initiatives for young radio
amateurs. Donate to ARRL now at www.arrl.org/give
<https://www.arrl.org/give>.
Watch and share the video: https://youtu.be/ns6VR8h-8T8
<http://www.arrl.org/give>"The next generation of radio amateurs is
already here," says ARRL staff member Bob Inderbitzen, NQ1R, who
co-advises the ARRL Collegiate Amateur Radio Program. "There is a
vibrant, well-networked community of students and campus radio clubs at
colleges and universities throughout the nation. School teachers and
local radio clubs work together to bring amateur radio into classrooms.
Youth programs, including Amateur Radio on the International Space
Station (ARISS) and outreach to scouts bring together our unique
partnerships to introduce ham radio to more kids."
#GivingTuesday donations will help fund ARRL programs and services not
covered by membership fees alone. Gifts will help subsidize ARRL
Student Membership and ARRL Youth Licensing Grants, as well as
resources and programs that attract and keep young hams active,
involved, and engaged in amateur radio.
A short video on ARRL's YouTube <https://youtu.be/ns6VR8h-8T8> channel
includes young hams describing why they "love ham radio." Read more
<https://www.arrl.org/news/support-young-hams-on-givingtuesday> about
ARRL's ongoing work to support young hams, and give now at
www.arrl.org/give <https://www.arrl.org/give>.
==> AMATEUR RADIO IN THE NEWS
ARRL Public Information Officers, Coordinators, and many other
member-volunteers help keep amateur radio and ARRL in the news
<http://www.arrl.org/media-hits>.
"Santa Claus will once again be on Longmont's airwaves
<https://www.longmontleader.com/community/santa-claus-will-once-again-be-on-longmonts-airwaves-6092598>"
/ LongmontLeader (Colorado), November 12, 2022. -- The Longmont Amateur
Radio Club and the Northern Colorado Amateur Radio Club are ARRL
Affiliated Clubs.
"Amateur radio-aided rescue highlights useful hobby
<http://www.buffalobulletin.com/news/article_e06f2164-66a2-11ed-9b17-3bbc9e8455cc.html>"
/ Buffalo Bulletin (Wyoming), November 17, 2022. -- The Buffalo Amateur
Radio Klub is an ARRL Affiliated Club.
"Dodge County Amateur Radio Emergency Services receives ServeNebraska
Award
<http://fremonttribune.com/news/local/dodge-county-amateur-radio-emergency-services-receives-servenebraska-award/article_a05ff4d5-0c91-57f5-83cf-28a7127bd2c0.html>"
/ Fremont Tribune (Nebraska), November 19, 2022. -- Thanks to the Dodge
County Amateur Radio Emergency Service®.
Share <news...@arrl.org> any amateur radio media hits you spot with
us.
==> ARRL PODCASTS
The latest episode of the ARRL On the Air
<https://blubrry.com/arrlontheair/> podcast features details from avid
satellite operator Sean Kutzko, KX9X, about how to get started on the
amateur satellites -- an activity that's available to hams of all
license classes.
Listen to ARRL Audio News <http://www.arrl.org/arrl-audio-news>,
available every Friday. ARRL Audio News is a summary of the week's top
news stories in the world of amateur radio and ARRL, along with
interviews and other features.
The On the Air podcast is available on iTunes (iOS) and Stitcher
(Android). The On the Air podcast and ARRL Audio News are also on
Blubrry -- On the Air <https://blubrry.com/arrlontheair/> | ARRL Audio
News <https://blubrry.com/arrlaudionews/>.
==> ANNOUNCEMENTS
Amateur radio operators who like to track balloons now have multiple
targets. Earlier this week, three pico balloons were launched from
Neumayer Station III in Antarctica, a German Antarctic research station
of the Alfred-Wegener-Institut. Todd J. McKinney, KN4TPG, from the
University of Alabama in Huntsville, is at the facility and will be
launching a series of 20- and 10-meter Weak Signal Propagation Reporter
(WSPR) balloons. Look for them on https://aprs.fi <http://aprs.fi/> and
https://amateur.sondehub.org <http://amateur.sondehub.org/> under the
call signs: K4UAH-1, -2, -3, -4, -5, -6, and -7, as well as W5KUB-114
and -115. Actual WSPR call signs on 20 meters are: KN4TPG, KW5GP,
KM4LVC, WB8ELK, KM4YHI, KM4ZIA, and KD9UQB. On 10 meters, the WSPR call
sign will be WB4VHF. Amateur radio operators with WSPR stations that
have directional antennas, or Beverage-style antennas, are needed to
monitor the 20-meter WSPR band and turn their antennas toward
Antarctica. KN4TPG and KW5GP are approaching McMurdo Station to the
south of Australia and New Zealand.
Thanksgiving on the Beach! Chip Margelli, K7JA, reports that he'll be
on the air with friends from Bolsa Chica State Beach in Orange County,
California, on Thursday, November 24, from 1900 UTC until late
afternoon, Pacific Time. "The Thanksgiving on the Beach tradition goes
back many years for us, and we always bring a rig and antennas along so
as to share our 75-degree weather with the rest of the (jealous)
nation," says Margelli. Look for Chip Margelli, K7JA; Janet Margelli,
KL7MF; Gordon West, WB6NOA, and Suzie West, N6GLF. They'll be on 10
meters, 28.410 MHz USB and 28.025 MHz CW, plus or minus QRM, using 100
W and a three-element Yagi.
<http://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/2003373106>ARRL
Black Friday Deals All Weekend! Shop the ARRL online store for Black
Friday deals, including a MYSTERY BOX
<https://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/2003373106>.
Each MYSTERY BOX ($79.95 plus s/h) includes a commemorative, hardcover
edition of the 100th edition ARRL Handbook for Radio Amateurs: Handbook
100. We've stuffed other bonus items into each MYSTERY BOX! Check out
all of the ARRL Black Friday deals at https://tinyurl.com/3fww5cte.
==> IN BRIEF...
ARRL reports the passing of George Lillenstein, AB1GL (SK), who died
November 18, 2022. Lillenstein was a member of the volunteer team at
ARRL Headquarters, contributing his time to help visitors and guests
get on the air from W1AW, the Maxim Memorial Station. Lillenstein, an
ARRL Life Member and donor, was also President of the Newington Amateur
Radio League (NARL) from 2017 to 2022, and an active member of the
BEARS of Manchester. He held previous appointments, including ARRL
Connecticut Section Emergency Coordinator (SEC) and District Emergency
Coordinator (DEC) for the Connecticut Amateur Radio Emergency Service®
(ARES®).
==> THE K7RA SOLAR UPDATE
ARRL thanks Tad Cook, K7RA, of Seattle, Washington, for the weekly ARRL
Propagation Bulletin. Due to this week's early Thanksgiving issue of
the ARRL Letter, the next K7RA Solar Update will be posted to ARRL News
<http://www.arrl.org/news> on Monday, November 28.
For more information concerning radio propagation, visit
<http://arrl.org/propagation-of-rf-signals> the ARRL Technical
Information Service, read
<http://arrl.org/the-sun-the-earth-the-ionosphere> "What the Numbers
Mean..." and check out <http://k9la.us/> the propagation page of Carl
Luetzelschwab, K9LA.
A propagation bulletin archive
<http://arrl.org/w1aw-bulletins-archive-propagation> is available. For
customizable propagation charts, visit the VOACAP Online for Ham Radio
<https://www.voacap.com/hf/> website.
Share your reports, observations, tips, questions, or comments to
k7...@arrl.net.
==> JUST AHEAD IN RADIOSPORT
- November 24 -- RSGB 80-Meter Autumn Series (CW)
- November 27 -- CQ Worldwide DX Contest (CW)
- November 28 -- RSGB FT4 Contest (FT4)
- November 29 -- Worldwide Sideband Activity Contest (phone)
- November 30 -- UKEICC 80-Meter Contest (CW)
Visit the ARRL Contest Calendar <http://www.arrl.org/contest-calendar>
for more events and information.
==> UPCOMING SECTION, STATE, AND DIVISION CONVENTIONS
- December 9 - 10 | Tampa Bay Hamfest
<http://www.arrl.org/hamfests/tampa-bay-hamfest-arrl-west-central-florida-section-convention-1>,
hosting the ARRL West Central Florida Section Convention, Plant City,
Florida
- January 7 | Ham Radio University
<http://www.arrl.org/hamfests/online-ham-radio-university-arrl-new-york-city-long-island-section-convention-1>,
hosting the ARRL New York City-Long Island Section Convention, an
Online Event
- January 20 - 21 | Southwest Florida Regional Hamfest
<http://www.arrl.org/hamfests/southwest-florida-regional-hamfest-arrl-southern-florida-section-convention>,
hosting the ARRL Southern Florida Section Convention, Fort Myers,
Florida
- January 27 - 28 | Capital City Hamfest 2023
<http://www.arrl.org/hamfests/jackson-ms-capital-city-hamfest-2023-arrl-mississippi-state-convention>,
hosting the ARRL Mississippi State Convention, Jackson, Mississippi
- January 28 | Winterfest
<http://www.arrl.org/hamfests/winterfest-arrl-midwest-division-convention-2>,
hosting the ARRL Midwest Division Convention, Collinsville, Illinois
- February 10 - 12 | Orlando HamCation
<http://www.arrl.org/hamfests/orlando-hamcation-arrl-southeastern-division-convention>,
hosting the ARRL Southeastern Division Convention, Orlando, Florida
- February 25 | HAM-CON
<http://www.arrl.org/hamfests/ham-con-arrl-vermont-state-convention-2>,
hosting the ARRL Vermont State Convention, Colchester, Vermont
- March 3 - 4 | Greater Houston HamFest
<http://www.arrl.org/hamfests/greater-houston-hamfest-arrl-texas-state-convention>,
hosting the ARRL Texas State Convention, Rosenberg, Texas
Search the ARRL Hamfest and Convention Database
<http://www.arrl.org/hamfests> to find events in your area.
==> HAVE NEWS FOR ARRL?
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November 23, 2022
John E. Ross, KD8IDJ, Editor <ne...@arrl.org>
ARRL Home Page <http://www.arrl.org/>ARRL Letter Archive
<http://www.arrl.org/arrlletter/>Audio News
<http://www.arrl.org/arrlletter/audio/> IN THIS ISSUE
- 2022 ARRL Board of Directors Election Results
- SKYWARN Recognition Day Set for December 3, 2022
- Dr. Ulrich Rohde, N1UL, to Be Inducted to the Indian National Academy
of Engineering
- Dodge County Amateur Radio Emergency Service Receives ServeNebraska
Award
- Support Young Hams on #GivingTuesday
- Amateur Radio in the News
- ARRL Podcasts
- Announcements
- In Brief...
- The K7RA Solar Update
- Just Ahead in Radiosport
- Upcoming Section, State, and Division Conventions
==> HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
Please enjoy this early issue of the weekly ARRL Letter.
On behalf of ARRL, Happy Thanksgiving! We are thankful to our members
and member-volunteers, and all radio amateurs who help us advance the
art, science, and enjoyment of amateur radio.
ARRL Headquarters will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 24 -
25, 2022, for the Thanksgiving holiday. There will be no W1AW bulletin
or code practice transmissions on those days. ARRL HQ will reopen on
Monday, November 28, at 8 AM EST.
==> 2022 ARRL BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION RESULTS
ARRL Southeastern Division Director Mickey Baker, N4MB, of Palm
Beach Gardens, Florida, overcame challengers for his position in the
2023 - 2025 election cycle. Ballots counted on November 18 showed Baker
(2,785 votes) defeating challengers Vice Director James Schilling,
KG4JSZ (1,000 votes), and John Willis, KB4DU (673 votes).
For the position of Vice Director, Jeff Beals, WA4AW (1,516 votes), of
Loxahatchee, Florida, defeated challengers Andrew Milluzzi, KK4LWR
(1,287 votes); Neal Sulmeyer, K4EA (859 votes), and Joseph Tiritilli,
N4ZUW (763 votes).
Baker and Beals have been declared elected for terms beginning January
1, 2023. Baker is finishing his first term as an ARRL Director. He
currently serves on the Administration and Finance Committee, and
Logbook of The World Committee.
Read the complete ARRL News
<https://www.arrl.org/news/2022-arrl-board-of-directors-election-results>
story.
==> SKYWARN RECOGNITION DAY SET FOR DECEMBER 3, 2022
The annual SKYWARN <http://www.weather.gov/skywarn/>â(tm)¢ Recognition Day
(SRD <https://www.weather.gov/crh/skywarnrecognition>) on-the-air
activity will take place Saturday, December 3, 2022, from 0000 to 2400
UTC. For US time zones, activity begins on the evening of Friday,
December 2, 2022.
SKYWARN Recognition Day was developed in 1999 by the National Weather
Service (NWS) and ARRL <https://www.arrl.org/skywarn-recognition-day>
The National Association for Amateur Radio® to honor the contributions
that SKYWARN volunteers make to the NWS mission -- the protection of
life and property during threatening weather. During the SKYWARN
special event, hams will operate from several NWS offices, as well as
from their mobile, home, and club stations. "The relationship between
amateur radio operators and the NWS is extremely important for relaying
information during storms of any type," said ARRL Director of Emergency
Management Josh Johnston, KE5MHV. "SKYWARN is a perfect example of the
value of hams working together with government partners during times of
disaster."
The SKYWARN Storm Spotter Program has been a mechanism used by the NWS
for years to educate people on what to watch for during weather events
and to provide a source for information to the NWS offices. Program
courses provide information on reportable criteria for cloud
formations, and even what to look for during the formation of
supercells that may cause tornadoes or other potentially dangerous
weather events.
For information about SKYWARN spotter courses, which are available to
anyone around the country or online, visit
https://www.weather.gov/skywarn/.
<http://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/132618>
If you would like more information on becoming an amateur radio
operator, go to http://arrl.org/getting-licensed. ARRL also offers a
book, Storm Spotting and Amateur Radio
<https://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/132618>,
that is available from ARRL and its publication dealers.
Individuals and NWS office amateur radio stations who are planning on
operating for 2022 SKYWARN Recognition Day should register to
participate. All amateur radio stations and SKYWARN spotters that
register will receive an SRD number to their email address once
registered. Information about participating, registration, and a
Spotter Recognition Map is available at
https://www.weather.gov/crh/skywarnrecognition.
In-person amateur radio operations will be determined by each local
National Weather Service Forecast Office. Amateur radio operators must
make all necessary inquiries with the appropriate NWS staff at your
respective National Weather Forecast Office ahead of SRD.
Look for station WX1AW, operated by ARRL Emergency Management Assistant
Ken Bailey, K1FUG, during SRD. WX1AW will be active on 40 thru 10
meters using SSB and FT8 Modes and will monitor local VHF and UHF
repeaters. Contacts will be uploaded to LoTW after the event. QSL via
the station license address with a SASE
(self-addressed-stamped-envelope).
More information is available at www.arrl.org/skywarn-recognition-day
<http://www.arrl.org/skywarn-recognition-day>.
==> DR. ULRICH ROHDE, N1UL, TO BE INDUCTED TO THE INDIAN NATIONAL
ACADEMY OF ENGINEERING
The Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE) will induct Dr.
Ulrich Rohde, N1UL, as a fellow during ceremonies in mid-December. Dr.
Rohde is only the third foreign fellow elected by the INAE, preceded by
Dr. Jeffrey Wineland, who won a Nobel Prize in Physics, and Dr. Philip
H. Knight.
In the formal announcement issued November 19, 2022, the INAE thanked
Dr. Rohde for "outstanding contributions to engineering and also your
dynamic leadership in engineering domain, which have immensely
contributed for the faster development of the country."
The INAE was founded in 1987 and describes itself as including
"India's most distinguished engineers, engineer-scientists, and
technologists covering the entire spectrum of engineering disciplines."
Dr. Rohde has been an avid amateur radio operator holding several
licenses in the United States and Germany. He has been licensed since
1956 and involved mostly in technology and systems. In 2015, he won
first place in the ARRL International DX Contest in the Northern New
Jersey Section. He also operates N1UL/MM on his yacht, the Dragonfly,
and is Trustee of the Marco Island Radio Club, K5MI.
"It is great to see Ulrich get this award," said Ed Hare, W1RFI, ARRL
Laboratory Manager. "His contributions to technology have clearly been
global in scope and even though his accomplishments have clearly been
professional, amateur radio has also played a role in his being a
world-class engineer. The ARRL Lab has appreciated his help and support
over decades of time, and we join in offering our congratulations for
another important achievement.
ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio® <http://www.arrl.org/>
recognized Dr. Rohde as the 2022 recipient of the Institute of
Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Photonics Society
Engineering Achievement Award. The award is for outstanding engineering
achievement in the field of optoelectronic signal generation and
optical measurement equipment for next-generation intelligent optical
networks. Dr. Rohde is an ARRL Maxim Society and Life Member.
==> DODGE COUNTY AMATEUR RADIO EMERGENCY SERVICE RECEIVES SERVENEBRASKA
AWARD
The Dodge County Amateur Radio Emergency Service® (ARES®) has received
the 2022 Disaster Volunteer Award at the ServeNebraska Step Forward
Awards Luncheon on November 4, 2022.
Presenting the 2022 Disaster Volunteer Award is Nebraska First Lady
Susanne Stone, Steve Narans, WB0VNF, Wesley Payne, KE0WHA, and Wes
Chrisman, KD0PGV. [Dave Theophilus, W0NRW, photo]
Presented by Nebraska First Lady Susanne Shore, the award recognizes
Dodge County ARES for a critical role in responding to the 2019
flooding in Fremont, Nebraska, and the surrounding areas. Dodge County
ARES took significant steps to ensure that the Fremont community is
always prepared. Amateur radio operator Steve Narans, WB0VNF, was cited
for his role in retrofitting a county communications trailer for setup
and use by first responders.
The group participated in a full-scale disaster drill with the Nebraska
Army National Guard, Fremont Police, and Fremont Fire Department to
test their skills and demonstrate how their services fit in among other
disaster response efforts. During severe weather, they monitor weather
conditions and report to the National Weather Service for its use in
issuing severe weather warnings for Dodge County.
The group was nominated for the award by Dodge County Emergency Manager
Tom Smith. Selection for the award was made by Nebraska Governor Pete
Ricketts.
The ServeNebraska Step Forward Awards recognize exemplary volunteers
across the state for their time and service aimed at making their
communities better. The awards are the most prestigious awards given
for volunteerism in the state of Nebraska. Dodge County ARES was among
eleven 2022 honorees.
For more information about the ARRL Amateur Radio Emergency Service®
(ARES®), visit http://www.arrl.org/ares.
==> SUPPORT YOUNG HAMS ON #GIVINGTUESDAY
<https://youtu.be/ns6VR8h-8T8>#GivingTuesday is November 29, 2022 - a
growing annual movement where individuals and organizations, like ARRL
<https://www.arrl.org/give>, come together to unleash the power of
radical generosity. This year, ARRL's theme for #GivingTuesday is young
hams. From now to #GivingTuesday, ARRL wants to raise $25,000 to help
support and expand its programs and initiatives for young radio
amateurs. Donate to ARRL now at www.arrl.org/give
<https://www.arrl.org/give>.
Watch and share the video: https://youtu.be/ns6VR8h-8T8
<http://www.arrl.org/give>"The next generation of radio amateurs is
already here," says ARRL staff member Bob Inderbitzen, NQ1R, who
co-advises the ARRL Collegiate Amateur Radio Program. "There is a
vibrant, well-networked community of students and campus radio clubs at
colleges and universities throughout the nation. School teachers and
local radio clubs work together to bring amateur radio into classrooms.
Youth programs, including Amateur Radio on the International Space
Station (ARISS) and outreach to scouts bring together our unique
partnerships to introduce ham radio to more kids."
#GivingTuesday donations will help fund ARRL programs and services not
covered by membership fees alone. Gifts will help subsidize ARRL
Student Membership and ARRL Youth Licensing Grants, as well as
resources and programs that attract and keep young hams active,
involved, and engaged in amateur radio.
A short video on ARRL's YouTube <https://youtu.be/ns6VR8h-8T8> channel
includes young hams describing why they "love ham radio." Read more
<https://www.arrl.org/news/support-young-hams-on-givingtuesday> about
ARRL's ongoing work to support young hams, and give now at
www.arrl.org/give <https://www.arrl.org/give>.
==> AMATEUR RADIO IN THE NEWS
ARRL Public Information Officers, Coordinators, and many other
member-volunteers help keep amateur radio and ARRL in the news
<http://www.arrl.org/media-hits>.
"Santa Claus will once again be on Longmont's airwaves
<https://www.longmontleader.com/community/santa-claus-will-once-again-be-on-longmonts-airwaves-6092598>"
/ LongmontLeader (Colorado), November 12, 2022. -- The Longmont Amateur
Radio Club and the Northern Colorado Amateur Radio Club are ARRL
Affiliated Clubs.
"Amateur radio-aided rescue highlights useful hobby
<http://www.buffalobulletin.com/news/article_e06f2164-66a2-11ed-9b17-3bbc9e8455cc.html>"
/ Buffalo Bulletin (Wyoming), November 17, 2022. -- The Buffalo Amateur
Radio Klub is an ARRL Affiliated Club.
"Dodge County Amateur Radio Emergency Services receives ServeNebraska
Award
<http://fremonttribune.com/news/local/dodge-county-amateur-radio-emergency-services-receives-servenebraska-award/article_a05ff4d5-0c91-57f5-83cf-28a7127bd2c0.html>"
/ Fremont Tribune (Nebraska), November 19, 2022. -- Thanks to the Dodge
County Amateur Radio Emergency Service®.
Share <news...@arrl.org> any amateur radio media hits you spot with
us.
==> ARRL PODCASTS
The latest episode of the ARRL On the Air
<https://blubrry.com/arrlontheair/> podcast features details from avid
satellite operator Sean Kutzko, KX9X, about how to get started on the
amateur satellites -- an activity that's available to hams of all
license classes.
Listen to ARRL Audio News <http://www.arrl.org/arrl-audio-news>,
available every Friday. ARRL Audio News is a summary of the week's top
news stories in the world of amateur radio and ARRL, along with
interviews and other features.
The On the Air podcast is available on iTunes (iOS) and Stitcher
(Android). The On the Air podcast and ARRL Audio News are also on
Blubrry -- On the Air <https://blubrry.com/arrlontheair/> | ARRL Audio
News <https://blubrry.com/arrlaudionews/>.
==> ANNOUNCEMENTS
Amateur radio operators who like to track balloons now have multiple
targets. Earlier this week, three pico balloons were launched from
Neumayer Station III in Antarctica, a German Antarctic research station
of the Alfred-Wegener-Institut. Todd J. McKinney, KN4TPG, from the
University of Alabama in Huntsville, is at the facility and will be
launching a series of 20- and 10-meter Weak Signal Propagation Reporter
(WSPR) balloons. Look for them on https://aprs.fi <http://aprs.fi/> and
https://amateur.sondehub.org <http://amateur.sondehub.org/> under the
call signs: K4UAH-1, -2, -3, -4, -5, -6, and -7, as well as W5KUB-114
and -115. Actual WSPR call signs on 20 meters are: KN4TPG, KW5GP,
KM4LVC, WB8ELK, KM4YHI, KM4ZIA, and KD9UQB. On 10 meters, the WSPR call
sign will be WB4VHF. Amateur radio operators with WSPR stations that
have directional antennas, or Beverage-style antennas, are needed to
monitor the 20-meter WSPR band and turn their antennas toward
Antarctica. KN4TPG and KW5GP are approaching McMurdo Station to the
south of Australia and New Zealand.
Thanksgiving on the Beach! Chip Margelli, K7JA, reports that he'll be
on the air with friends from Bolsa Chica State Beach in Orange County,
California, on Thursday, November 24, from 1900 UTC until late
afternoon, Pacific Time. "The Thanksgiving on the Beach tradition goes
back many years for us, and we always bring a rig and antennas along so
as to share our 75-degree weather with the rest of the (jealous)
nation," says Margelli. Look for Chip Margelli, K7JA; Janet Margelli,
KL7MF; Gordon West, WB6NOA, and Suzie West, N6GLF. They'll be on 10
meters, 28.410 MHz USB and 28.025 MHz CW, plus or minus QRM, using 100
W and a three-element Yagi.
<http://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/2003373106>ARRL
Black Friday Deals All Weekend! Shop the ARRL online store for Black
Friday deals, including a MYSTERY BOX
<https://home.arrl.org/action/Store/Product-Details/productId/2003373106>.
Each MYSTERY BOX ($79.95 plus s/h) includes a commemorative, hardcover
edition of the 100th edition ARRL Handbook for Radio Amateurs: Handbook
100. We've stuffed other bonus items into each MYSTERY BOX! Check out
all of the ARRL Black Friday deals at https://tinyurl.com/3fww5cte.
==> IN BRIEF...
ARRL reports the passing of George Lillenstein, AB1GL (SK), who died
November 18, 2022. Lillenstein was a member of the volunteer team at
ARRL Headquarters, contributing his time to help visitors and guests
get on the air from W1AW, the Maxim Memorial Station. Lillenstein, an
ARRL Life Member and donor, was also President of the Newington Amateur
Radio League (NARL) from 2017 to 2022, and an active member of the
BEARS of Manchester. He held previous appointments, including ARRL
Connecticut Section Emergency Coordinator (SEC) and District Emergency
Coordinator (DEC) for the Connecticut Amateur Radio Emergency Service®
(ARES®).
==> THE K7RA SOLAR UPDATE
ARRL thanks Tad Cook, K7RA, of Seattle, Washington, for the weekly ARRL
Propagation Bulletin. Due to this week's early Thanksgiving issue of
the ARRL Letter, the next K7RA Solar Update will be posted to ARRL News
<http://www.arrl.org/news> on Monday, November 28.
For more information concerning radio propagation, visit
<http://arrl.org/propagation-of-rf-signals> the ARRL Technical
Information Service, read
<http://arrl.org/the-sun-the-earth-the-ionosphere> "What the Numbers
Mean..." and check out <http://k9la.us/> the propagation page of Carl
Luetzelschwab, K9LA.
A propagation bulletin archive
<http://arrl.org/w1aw-bulletins-archive-propagation> is available. For
customizable propagation charts, visit the VOACAP Online for Ham Radio
<https://www.voacap.com/hf/> website.
Share your reports, observations, tips, questions, or comments to
k7...@arrl.net.
==> JUST AHEAD IN RADIOSPORT
- November 24 -- RSGB 80-Meter Autumn Series (CW)
- November 27 -- CQ Worldwide DX Contest (CW)
- November 28 -- RSGB FT4 Contest (FT4)
- November 29 -- Worldwide Sideband Activity Contest (phone)
- November 30 -- UKEICC 80-Meter Contest (CW)
Visit the ARRL Contest Calendar <http://www.arrl.org/contest-calendar>
for more events and information.
==> UPCOMING SECTION, STATE, AND DIVISION CONVENTIONS
- December 9 - 10 | Tampa Bay Hamfest
<http://www.arrl.org/hamfests/tampa-bay-hamfest-arrl-west-central-florida-section-convention-1>,
hosting the ARRL West Central Florida Section Convention, Plant City,
Florida
- January 7 | Ham Radio University
<http://www.arrl.org/hamfests/online-ham-radio-university-arrl-new-york-city-long-island-section-convention-1>,
hosting the ARRL New York City-Long Island Section Convention, an
Online Event
- January 20 - 21 | Southwest Florida Regional Hamfest
<http://www.arrl.org/hamfests/southwest-florida-regional-hamfest-arrl-southern-florida-section-convention>,
hosting the ARRL Southern Florida Section Convention, Fort Myers,
Florida
- January 27 - 28 | Capital City Hamfest 2023
<http://www.arrl.org/hamfests/jackson-ms-capital-city-hamfest-2023-arrl-mississippi-state-convention>,
hosting the ARRL Mississippi State Convention, Jackson, Mississippi
- January 28 | Winterfest
<http://www.arrl.org/hamfests/winterfest-arrl-midwest-division-convention-2>,
hosting the ARRL Midwest Division Convention, Collinsville, Illinois
- February 10 - 12 | Orlando HamCation
<http://www.arrl.org/hamfests/orlando-hamcation-arrl-southeastern-division-convention>,
hosting the ARRL Southeastern Division Convention, Orlando, Florida
- February 25 | HAM-CON
<http://www.arrl.org/hamfests/ham-con-arrl-vermont-state-convention-2>,
hosting the ARRL Vermont State Convention, Colchester, Vermont
- March 3 - 4 | Greater Houston HamFest
<http://www.arrl.org/hamfests/greater-houston-hamfest-arrl-texas-state-convention>,
hosting the ARRL Texas State Convention, Rosenberg, Texas
Search the ARRL Hamfest and Convention Database
<http://www.arrl.org/hamfests> to find events in your area.
==> HAVE NEWS FOR ARRL?
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