Event: 40M Local Net 1900 Local Time 7.242 LSB - Wednesday, May 28, 2025
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Reminder: 40M Local Net 1900 Local Time 7.242 LSB
When:
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
7:00pm to 7:30pm
(UTC-07:00) America/Los Angeles
Organizer:
Dave Schmidt AI6VX
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Description:
1900 Local Time?
40M net on 7.242 LSB.
If the frequency is busy, check 5 Khz below or above as we may have moved there, or check your email as I will try to email the Groups.io list with our new frequency
To help with coordination, please tune to 147.515 Mhz simplex! This will allow us to let each other know if we moved to another frequency, or if band conditions are poor and we want to try a different band.
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Re: Ham Recognition by VenCo Board of Supervisors
Please note the time for this event is now scheduled for 9AM.?
Dave Ai6vx?
On Saturday, May 24, 2025, Dave Schmidt < dgschmidt@...> wrote: Hello everyone, Jeff’s email below.?
Dave Ai6vx?
---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Jeff Reinhardt < jmreinhardt@...> ===== ? Ventura County Board of Supervisors Declares June “Amateur Radio Month” ? Please plan to attend the Ventura County Board of Supervisors meeting at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, June 3, when all Ventura County Amateur Radio operators will be recognized with a?proclamation?honoring their service to the community. ? All are welcome (and encouraged) to attend.? ? This is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate our presence and to receive recognition for the many activities we engage in throughout the year.? ? The meeting is televised and it’s also a great way to promote our Field Day activities later in the month.? ? Call sign badges and tasteful ham-related apparel is appropriate to wear if you have them.? ? The meeting will be held at: ?on June 03 ?- Please plan to arrive by 10 a.m. ? Thank you! ?? County Government Center Hall of Administration Board of Supervisors Hearing Room
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Reminder: 2M/70cm Net
When:
Monday, May 26, 2025
8:00pm to 9:00pm
(UTC-07:00) America/Los Angeles
Where:
On the air and over Zoom
Organizer:
Dave Schmidt
info@...
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Description:
Please join us for our Monday Night Net.
Mondays 8:00pm using the PVARC linked repeaters
Sulphur Mtn:
445.56 141.3 / 440.56 141.3?-Linked
145.20 127.3 / 144.60 127.3?-Linked
South Mountain:
447.48 156.7?/ 442.48 156.7?-Linked
Camarillo Hills:?
445.60 141.3 / 440.60 141.3?– Linked
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Topic: VCARC Monday Night 2M Net Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 938 9789 7253
Passcode: 323972
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Need someone to just the 10M net today
Bad timing on my part. In the middle of hanging 30’ of fascia/gutter on my patio roof. Metal and roofing cleaned and prepped and going caulk and hang it next.?
Can someone take the 10M net today?
Dave Ai6vx?
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Event: 10M Local Net 1600 PDT 28.395 USB - Sunday, May 25, 2025
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Reminder: 10M Local Net 1600 PDT 28.395 USB
When:
Sunday, May 25, 2025
4:00pm to 4:30pm
(UTC-07:00) America/Los Angeles
Organizer:
David Schmidt
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Description:
1600 PDT? 28.395 Mhz USB
If the frequency is busy, check 5 Khz below or above as we may have moved there
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Get on the air and see who you can hear!? A good way for Technicians to participate on HF as they are allowed a small slice of 10M.
Edit: Moved time to 4pm (0000 UTC) so we are not in the last hour of various contests through the year.
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Ham Recognition by VenCo Board of Supervisors
Hello everyone, Jeff’s email below.? Dave Ai6vx?
---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Jeff Reinhardt < jmreinhardt@...> ===== ? Ventura County Board of Supervisors Declares June “Amateur Radio Month” ? Please plan to attend the Ventura County Board of Supervisors meeting at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 3, when all Ventura County Amateur Radio operators will be recognized with a?proclamation?honoring their service to the community. ? All are welcome (and encouraged) to attend.? ? This is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate our presence and to receive recognition for the many activities we engage in throughout the year.? ? The meeting is televised and it’s also a great way to promote our Field Day activities later in the month.? ? Call sign badges and tasteful ham-related apparel is appropriate to wear if you have them.? ? The meeting will be held at: ?on June 03 ?- Please plan to arrive by 10 a.m. ? Thank you! ?? County Government Center Hall of Administration Board of Supervisors Hearing Room
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7.241 LSB for tonight's 40M net
Not much of a move, but let's do 7.241 tonight.
Dave
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Re: Free to good home - ham furniture
These items have been claimed.
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Thanks everyone!
Dave AI6VX
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Free to good home - ham furniture
I’ll post this tonight on our swap page.?
Free to a good home - High quality, Oak radio cabinet with standard metal rails & shelves.? Includes matching, newly upholstered Oak swivel/tilt chair.? Plenty of space for components & storage.? Features drop down writing/work surface.? New owner to provide transportation from Santa Barbara.
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Event: 40M Local Net 1900 Local Time 7.242 LSB - Wednesday, May 21, 2025
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Reminder: 40M Local Net 1900 Local Time 7.242 LSB
When:
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
7:00pm to 7:30pm
(UTC-07:00) America/Los Angeles
Organizer:
Dave Schmidt AI6VX
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Description:
1900 Local Time?
40M net on 7.242 LSB.
If the frequency is busy, check 5 Khz below or above as we may have moved there, or check your email as I will try to email the Groups.io list with our new frequency
To help with coordination, please tune to 147.515 Mhz simplex! This will allow us to let each other know if we moved to another frequency, or if band conditions are poor and we want to try a different band.
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Reminder: 2M/70cm Net
When:
Monday, May 19, 2025
8:00pm to 9:00pm
(UTC-07:00) America/Los Angeles
Where:
On the air and over Zoom
Organizer:
Dave Schmidt
info@...
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Description:
Please join us for our Monday Night Net.
Mondays 8:00pm using the PVARC linked repeaters
Sulphur Mtn:
445.56 141.3 / 440.56 141.3?-Linked
145.20 127.3 / 144.60 127.3?-Linked
South Mountain:
447.48 156.7?/ 442.48 156.7?-Linked
Camarillo Hills:?
445.60 141.3 / 440.60 141.3?– Linked
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We need net hosts! Signup to host a Monday Night Net here:
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Topic: VCARC Monday Night 2M Net Zoom Meeting
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 938 9789 7253
Passcode: 323972
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One tap mobile
+16699009128,,93897897253#,,,,*323972# US (San Jose)
+16694449171,,93897897253#,,,,*323972# US
---
Dial by your location
? +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
? +1 669 444 9171 US
? +1 719 359 4580 US
? +1 253 205 0468 US
? +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
? +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
? +1 386 347 5053 US
? +1 507 473 4847 US
? +1 564 217 2000 US
? +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)
? +1 646 931 3860 US
? +1 689 278 1000 US
? +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)
? +1 305 224 1968 US
? +1 309 205 3325 US
? +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
? +1 360 209 5623 US
Meeting ID: 938 9789 7253
Passcode: 323972
Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/adFVuvKycL
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Event: 10M Local Net 1600 PDT 28.395 USB - Sunday, May 18, 2025
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Reminder: 10M Local Net 1600 PDT 28.395 USB
When:
Sunday, May 18, 2025
4:00pm to 4:30pm
(UTC-07:00) America/Los Angeles
Organizer:
David Schmidt
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Description:
1600 PDT? 28.395 Mhz USB
If the frequency is busy, check 5 Khz below or above as we may have moved there
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Get on the air and see who you can hear!? A good way for Technicians to participate on HF as they are allowed a small slice of 10M.
Edit: Moved time to 4pm (0000 UTC) so we are not in the last hour of various contests through the year.
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Event: Ham License Testing - Saturday, May 17, 2025
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Reminder: Ham License Testing
When:
Saturday, May 17, 2025
8:30am to 11:00am
(UTC-07:00) America/Los Angeles
Where:
Grace Lutheran Church 6190 Telephone Rd, Ventura 93003
Organizer:
Dave Schmidt
licensing@...
An RSVP is requested. Click here to RSVP
Description:
Ham License Testing at Grace Lutheran Church
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Sponsored by VCARC
Pre register using the email address above.? No-Walk ins
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Event: Portable Operations and Help Session - Saturday, May 17, 2025
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Reminder: Portable Operations and Help Session
When:
Saturday, May 17, 2025
11:00am to 2:00pm
(UTC-07:00) America/Los Angeles
Where:
Grace Lutheran Church 6190 Telephone Rd, Ventura 93003
Organizer:
Dave Schmidt
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Description:
What better way to get familiar with your radio and equipment than to come out and use it!
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We'll be meeting at the covered picnic area and you can set your antennas up in the adjacent grassy field.
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Are you a new ham and have questions?? Do you need help with a radio?? Are you not yet licensed and want to know what this hobby is all about? Come and visit.? We'll have many Elmers to answer your questions.
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LDG AT-600ProII w Meter For Sale (in Simi Valley)
LDG AT-600ProII automatic antenna tuner and M-600 meter for sale.??This tuner and meter were designed to work with each other, and the meter is no longer made or generally available (although the tuner is generally available).??This tuner can handle 600w of SSB, 500w of CW, 400w of FT-8, and 300w of other digital modes, with a 250w power limit on 6m.??Bands covered are 160m – 6m, with a built-in frequency sensor. ? The tuner and meter connect to each other via an included interface cable and allow you to monitor multiple metrics in multiple ways at once.??The meter allows you to monitor either peak or averages for forward power, reverse power, and SWR.??These have both been used and confirmed working well; a solid combination of a great tuner with a very usable meter. ? More information about the tuner can be found on LDG’s website at??and information about the meter can be found in the official manual at?. ? Sold as a bundle, as-is with no returns or refunds. ? Price: $400 (Cash/Venmo/Paypal/other digital payment options for local folks/pickup)
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Xiegu X5105 Transceiver for Sale (in Simi Valley)
Selling a lightly used Xiegu X5105 (Outdoor version) – I really enjoy this radio, but between my KX2 and some other recent purchase, it just isn’t getting a lot of use.??The radio great with no known issues. The X5105 is a (very) solidly built 160m - 6m QRP (5w) transceiver with an integrated battery, (very good) antenna tuner, and many other "modern" amenities for a rig.??For more technical specs than you probably will ever care to know, you can check out the Radioddity page for the radio ().??I’m including every accessory that you see in the attached images, including the LowePro case. Sold as-is with no returns or refunds. Price: $400 (Cash/Venmo/Paypal/other digital payment options for local folks/pickup)
   
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Ameritron AL-811 Amp for Sale (in Simi Valley)
For sale is my Ameritron AL-811. This amplifier is rated up to 600 watts of power output, however I’ve run it to around 350-400 depending on band and drive level.??While I am not aware of any issues with the amp, I have not driven it to its power limits.??Designed with three rugged 572b tubes, the AL-811 is built to last and offers exceptional performance across HF bands from 160 to 10 meters. The three included/installed Russian tubes are in good shape, and I’m also including four new “matched” Chinese tubes in a box (not shown) that seemed to operate well when tested for several minutes in the amp. The Ameritron AL-811 features easy-to-use controls and comprehensive metering for monitoring power output, plate current, and grid current, allowing you to fine-tune your operations with precision. The amplifier's automatic bias system reduces heat and prolongs tube life, while its solid state protection circuitry guards against high SWR, excessive grid current, and other potential issues. Whether you are a seasoned operator or a newcomer to amateur radio, the AL-811 will provide the power and reliability you need to make the most of your equipment. Sold as-is with no returns or refunds.??Due to weight, size, and the potential fragility of trying to ship tubes, I have no interest in attempting to ship this. ? Price: $600 (Cash/Venmo/Paypal/other digital payment options for local folks)
     
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In preparation for our June 28-29 Field Day activity at Oxnard College (including set-up on Friday afternoon on the 27th), I have prepared the attached flyer.
73,
Robert KM6RSS
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Re: This Saturday May 17 - Portable Operations and Help Session
Fun! Thanks for letting me know Tom. Have a wonderful time at Hamvention.?
Dave?
On Wednesday, May 14, 2025, Tom Stough via <tastough= [email protected]> wrote: Sorry I’ll miss this, Dave and all—will be at Hamvention. Will try for the next VCARC event.
This weekend, please listen for W8BI, the Hamvention station. I’ll try to get on it and call you guys.
73, Tom W0UFC? On May 14, 2025, at 3:54 PM, Dave Schmidt AI6VX via <dgschmidt=[email protected]> wrote:
? Reminder that this Saturday our club will be holding a Portable Operations and Help Session from 11am-2pm.
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Bring a radio, antenna, coax, power supply, set up and see who you can contact.??If you don't have a radio, come on out anyways and check out member's set ups, ask questions, and even make a contact.
If you have ham related questions, come out and get your questions answered.?
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No lunch will be provided however I will bring water, charcoal and my griddle in case anyone wants to bring their own food to cook.
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When: Saturday May 17
Where: Grace Lutheran Church in the picnic area
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Note, Field Day is just over a month away.? Come out with your Field Day setup and wring out the bugs.
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Dave AI6VX
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40M net on 7.251 LSB tonight
There's a strong station close to where we usually are so for tonight we'll be on 7.251 LSB
Dave AI6VX
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Kaufman, Matt - N3AR
Robert Shank KM6RSS