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Re: Another Tech Class, 2 Days - May 4th and 11th
Hi Joe, Chuck and I are not scheduling an on going test session for NOMADS now, and might be awhile before we start?testing on a regular basis - however - anyone can call us and we will set up a test session.? If they live in Mesa - or close by - it might be more of a handy place for them to set up a session with us.? You can write in the NOMADS spot that testing is in Mesa by appointment,? and email Happyham7777@... for more info and an appointment. Maybe after we get our Mountain Goat Status in SOTA we might run more classes and testing. ? Our next class you know - with?Greg Nottingham - and the test session will be April 11. Thanks - you are sure doing a GREAT job!! 73, Sue Rogers W7SKH On Sun, Mar 10, 2024 at 10:36?AM Joe Sammartino <jsammartino@...> wrote:
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Re: When the Lights Go Out - Tonight
Dennis, KF7RYX, will host his second installment tonight on the popular discussion topic of "What do you do when the lights go out? As a private citizen and ham communicator, what needs to be considered if you're at home (or ??) and lose power to your home? This series will be the main topic of the weekly net of the Queen Creek Emergency Communication Group for the month of March. Tonight will be the second installment of the series and will continue for the next two Sunday Night nets, ending on March 24th. Please take the opportunity to participate or just listen in.? It is meant to be an interactive presentation with discussion. No radio? No Problem, listen in via the Internet at:? Where: ?Ocotillo Repeater (aka STV) at 449.325 Mhz, CTCSS Encode 100 Hz. When: March 3rd, 10th, 17, 24th @ 8 PM, 20:00 Hours. Who: ?John, KI7PPW - Net Control Operator, Dennis, KF7RYX - Discussion Host, Joe, N2QOJ - Net Manager Regards,? Joe - N2QOJ |
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Another Tech Class, 2 Days - May 4th and 11th
Another Tech Class, 2 Days - May 4th and 11th Another Tech Class has popped on my radar. Scottsdale Amateur Radio Club is hosting a 2-day class. Here's the link to the announcement:? It requires the purchase of Gordon West's Tech license manual, pre-study, and attendance on two Saturdays. Sounds like a self-study recipe with free materials from the Queen Creek Amateur Radio Club might be a competing option: ????? Cheers,? Joe, N2QOJ |
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Fox Hunting - A fun way to learn about direction finding while enjoying the great outdoors!
Fox Hunting - A fun way to learn about direction finding while enjoying the great outdoors!
Have you heard of amateur radio "Fox Hunting" also known as "T-Hunting" or "Transmitter Hunting"? This amateur radio "sport" is very active in our area and can be a great club activity. The following is an excerpt from : "Transmitter hunting, or "T-Hunting," also often referred to as "Fox Hunting," is an enjoyable combination of Radio Direction Finding (RDF) techniques, orienteering, healthy exercise, fun in the fresh air, and good friends from all walks of life. AZTHunt utilizes small, low power transmitters hidden in public areas such as a large regional park and the "hunters" seek them out using easily constructed equipment along with a hand-held radio receiver. Around the world T-Hunting ranges from smaller casual hunts, such as those typically sponsored by AZTHunt, to national and international championship competitions. Additionally, T-hunting skills are often used in search and rescue work, wildlife tagging applications, and tracking down interfering signals in both professional and amateur radio communications systems. T-Hunting participants are not required to possess an amateur radio license and the skills are easily learned." "The typical T-Hunt sponsored by AZTHunt may be a larger scale "driving" hunt where multiple transmitters are located within a three to six mile radius of a starting point, or a walking hunt where several transmitters are hidden within walking distance. Driving hunts often also include the multiple transmitters of the walking hunt at a single main transmitter site once it is located, and those who prefer only the walking portion may proceed directly to the hidden transmitter area. Other options are available and we are always open to new adventures!" I strongly recommend a visit to to learn more about this radio sport and how you can participate or organize a sponsored event for your radio club, Scouts, students, or other group of people looking to enjoy a fun time. You will find great info and guidance on how to get started in this activity. The folks at AZTHunt use transmitters and other gear from Byonics (), a long time global supplier of APRS trackers, fox hunting transmitters, and accessories located right here in the Valley. Please take the opportunity to share your fox hunting experience with us. Best regards, Joe - N2QOJ Co-Founder, Queen Creek Amateur Radio Club Co-Leader, Queen Creek Emergency Communications Group AUXCOMM |
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Re: When the Lights Go Out - Tonight
The recording of Part 1, "When the Lights Go Out" is now available at the QCECG homepage: Regards, Joe, N2QOJ On Sun, Mar 3, 2024 at 4:13?PM Joe Sammartino <jsammartino@...> wrote:
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Re: When the Lights Go Out - Tonight
Rick and all, I will make available the audio recording of each installment. I will send out a link to the first installment this week. Joe On Tue, Mar 5, 2024, 5:51 PM <harstonr@...> wrote:
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Re: When the Lights Go Out - Tonight
Joe, is there any way that those of us who live out yonder can get a copy of the slides, videos, etc??? Thanks for your consideration. Rick WG7V 480-695-6786 Harvest, Alabama ? ? ? ?(That is the what3words address to our front door. Check out??and see how, in addition to being helpful in our daily lives, it also saves lives.) On Sun, Mar 3, 2024 at 5:14?PM Joe Sammartino <jsammartino@...> wrote:
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Re: When the Lights Go Out - Tonight
Would just like to say, SUPER helpful net tonight!
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When the Lights Go Out - Tonight
Dennis, KF7RYX, will begin his series tonight on the popular discussion topic of "What do you do when the lights go out? As a private citizen and ham communicator, what needs to be considered if you're at home (or ??) and lose power to your home? This series will be the main topic of the weekly net of the Queen Creek Emergency Communication Group.? It begins tonight, March 3rd, and will continue for the next three Sunday Night nets and ends on March 24th. Please take the opportunity to participate or just listen in.? It is meant to be an interactive presentation with discussion. Where:? Ocotillo Repeater (aka STV) at 449.325 Mhz, CTCSS Encode 100 Hz. When: March 3rd, 10th, 17, 24th @ 8 PM, 20:00 Hours. Who:? John, KI7PPW - Net Control Operator, Dennis, KF7RYX - Discussion Host, Joe, N2QOJ - Net Manager Regards, Joe, N2QOJ |
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Upcoming Amateur Radio Technician License Class Details (STV / Queen Creek)
Good Day, A 7-day FCC Technician License class has?been scheduled for the end of March into April. If you know anyone interested in taking the class, please share the?details of the event with them. The class will be presented by Sue Rogers, W7SKH, and Chuck Rogers, W7CBR. This event is hosted by Greg Nottingham, K7HGN, and the location will be the LDS church building at 41246 N Barnes Pkwy in Ironwood Crossing, San Tan Valley 85140.? This Technician License Exam Prep Class will be held over a six day schedule with the exam session to be held on the seventh day. Anyone that wants to take this class must register in advance. To Register:? Contact Greg Nottingham, K7HGN, at?602-909-0844 or?gnottingham@.... Please do not reply to this email.? Contact Greg directly if?you have any questions or would like to register. Here is the schedule of dates and times:
Location:? LDS church building located at in Ironwood Crossing, Queen Creek 85140 This has been a Public Service Announcement by Joe Sammartino, |
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Re: QCECG Requesting Volunteers for Spring Into Queen Creek, March 23th.
Thank you,? Joe On Mon, Feb 26, 2024, 7:37 PM Court Hilton <courthilton@...> wrote:
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Latest List of Test Sessions for March, April, May, and June
Here's the latest list of Test Sessions for March, April, May, and June in our regional area. Here
is the Technician Class study guide from KB6NU. It is great for
self-study and available from the Queen Creek Amateur Radio Club
website: Another
reminder: If you are upgrading, the FCC fee of $35 DOES NOT apply to upgrading
your license class. Something new: Free
study materials for General Class and Amateur Extra Class are also
available at the Queen Creek Amateur Radio Club website: Note:
The General Class study materials have been updated to support the new
question pool that became active on July 1, 2023 and valid through June
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QCECG Weekly Training Net - Sunday 2/25/2023 @ 8 PM (20:00)
QCECG Weekly Training Net - Sunday 2/25/2023 @ 8 PM (20:00) All ?are welcome to the weekly training net of the Queen Creek Emergency Communications Group, a partner of the QC Fire & Medical Department ?and Emergency Manager. Exercise your station and your skills! Your Net Control Operator Tonight: Joe, N2QOJ 8 pm at STV / Ocotillo Repeater 449.325 MHz PL 100.0 Hz. Would you like to volunteer as a communicator for the upcoming Spring Into Queen Creek 2024 event?? Send and an email to Joe, N2QOJ at n2qoj.ham@.... |
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QCECG Requesting Volunteers for Spring Into Queen Creek, March 23th.
QCECG has received a request from our Emergency Manager, Joe LaFortune, to assist the Recreation Services?Division with Spring Into QC at Mansel Carter Oasis Park on?Saturday, March 23, 2024. Please review the following details and let me know ASAP? if you can volunteer your services. Thank you, Joe - N2QOJ Here is a link to the??event page on the Town's website. Event time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Volunteers will be needed from?7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.? Shuttle buses begin running at 8:15 a.m. Event Location: ? ? ? ? Mansel Carter Oasis Park ? ? ? ??19535 E. Appleby Road |
Sue W7SKH
Joe Sammartino
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