[W8lrc] Events November 2020 for the WM Amateur Radio community

[Jack Amelar]

Events November 2020 for the WM Amateur Radio community
TICK TOCK Sunday, November 1, clocks FALL BACK one hour,
UTC / GMT / ZULU does not change, but you already knew that.

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WEBMASTERS and FACEBOOK PAGE Administrators,
UPDATE YOUR WB / FB PAGES during these uncertain times, actually, DO IT ALL TIMES.

Some meetings, lunches, VE Exams, etc. are are back in modified form.
Check with the club’s Web or Facebook page for updated information. Web and FB page links listed below.

MAJOR AREA EVENTS AT PRESS TIME

SKYWARN RECOGNITION DAY 2020
With the current pandemic situation, many NWS offices May not be participating in Skywarn Recognition day this year or may have minimal involvement. Instead, the ARRL and NWS are encouraging those who want to participate to do so from their home station.
Radio amateurs who wish to participate in SKYWARN Recognition Day may sign up for a SKYWARN Recognition Day number by completing the form found on the SRD 2020 website. During the event, operators are encouraged to exchange their name, QTH, SRD number, and current weather conditions with other participating stations. See the event website for the full operating guidelines.
SKYWARN Recognition Day 2020 will be held from 0000 UTC to 2400 UTC December 5.
https://www.weather.gov/crh/skywarnrecognition
As of press time, website hasn’t been updated yet.

PUBLIC SERVICE EVENTS needing AR volunteers
Nothing known scheduled at this time.

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On air NETS, of course, are not affected.
*NEW ADDITION* 7:00PM TGIF Net Holland ARC 146.06-(94.8Hz) “We’ll have topics and maybe some trivia. This will be a laid-back net to kick back, relax, and hang out.”

The following chart created by Dave KF8QL, TNX! See attachment where available.

Monday
12:00 IRA MI Noontime Net 147.16+(94.8Hz)
7:30PM Holland ARC Net 147.06+(94.8Hz)
9:00PM Michigan VHF Traffic Net 147.16+(94.8Hz)

Tuesday
6:00PM IRA After Dinner Net 147.16+(94.8Hz)
7:00PM GRARA Net 147.26+(94.8Hz)
8:30PM WM 6 Meter SSB Net 50.140 USB

Wednesday
12:00 IRA MI Noontime Net 147.16+(94.8Hz)
7:00PM (2nd & 4th) Riverside Radio Amateurs Net 444.725+(94.8Hz)
8:00PM West MI Emergency Comm Net 145.27-(94.8Hz)
9:00PM Michigan VHF Traffic Net 147.16+(94.8Hz)

Thursday
9:00AM Auto State YLs TASLYs Net 3940KHz 
6:30PM Satern Net K8SN 442.175+(103.5Hz) AND W8LRC 145.27-(94.8Hz)
7:30PM MARA Net 145.23-(94.8Hz) x3rd Thursday
7:30PM MARA Net 145.23 simplex 3rd Thursday

Friday
3:00AM Insomniac Net 147.16+(94.8Hz) **DAY CHANGE**
12:00 IRA MI Noontime Net 147.16+(94.8Hz)
7:00PM TGIF Net Holland ARC 146.06-(94.8Hz)
9:00PM Michigan VHF Traffic Net 147.16+(94.8Hz)

Saturday
8:00AM MARA 6 Meter AM Net 50.400 AM
6:00PM IRA After Dinner Net 147.16+(94.8Hz)

Sunday
9:30PM Sidewinders Around MI Net 144.155USB
4:00PM 10 Meter Ragchew Net 28.870USB
8:00PM WM Classic Six Meter AM Net 50.400AM

And here are regional or national nets carried on the N8JPR 223.92+(94.8Hz) repeater.
Daily: The Nightcrawlers 220 Net, 1-2am hosted by the WM9W group in IL.
Sunday: The 220 at 2:20 Net, 3:20PM- 4:20PM, hosted by the WM9W group in IL.
Tuesday: Parker City IN 220 Net, 9-10pm, hosted by the K5VOM group in IN.
Thursday: DFW 220 Net, 9-10pm, hosted by the MJARS group in TX.
Friday: Oklahoma 220 Net, 9-10pm, hosted by the W5CUE group in OK.
Saturday: The Original 220 Preservation Net, 9PM, hosted by the W9MW group in IL.
TNX to Greg KE8GC and Tom KB8TYJ for the 220 list.

List of WEST MICHIGAN HAM NETS
http://w8lrc.org/net_calendar/

SKYWARN KENT COUNTY: Anyone interest in being a Net Control Station please contact Tom KB8TYJ tombehler at gmail.com To be NCS you will need 2M/440 base station and a high speed computer to work radar.

Want your NET listed here? Send me the information.

NEWS BROADCASTS on the IRA Link System 147.16
AMATEUR RADIO NEWSLINE Tuesdays at Noon
ARRL NEWS Thursdays at Noon
Coverage map with remote frequencies: http://w8ira.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/largemap.jpg
FOLLOWING THE NEWSCASTS the IRA Repeater enters Parrot (Echo) mode for 5 minutes. Good time to check your signal and modulation as this mode repeats your transmission.

NEWS BROADCASTS on the Lowell System 145.27
ARRL NEWS Saturdays 7PM & Sundays 7PM
AMATEUR RADIO NEWSLINE Saturdays 7PM & Sundays 7AM

Other area repeaters carrying news, send me details to be included.

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>From Quin Schultze, K8QS
Ham Friends:
I launched a YouTube channel, "Ham Radio Perspectives," which addresses amateur radio culture and history as well as technology. You can access it at:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3MJT8o8-XMxF8XROf7Q5GA/videos
Videos already include:
A History of the Ham Shack
10 Ways the IC-7300 Has Impacted Ham Radio
A History of Ham Radio Print Publications
The Worst HF Rigs of All Time
Ham Radio Pranks -- Part One
A History of Ham Rig Visual Design -- Military to Modern
Reviews have been very positive. Please take a look at some of the videos and post your comments on YouTube or send me a note directly.
73, Quin 

FRIDAY LUNCH BUNCH in a modified form continues as long as the weather permits at Creekside County Park. Bring your own lunch or snack and libation (coffee, tea, pop, etc.) Plenty of room to spread out under the open air pavilion shelter. Usual time, 11:30AM or whenever you get there, stay until you’re ready to leave.
Creekside County Park, 1035 68th St St SE, about a mile from the Bob Evans restaurant where we were, and look forward to returning to. The park is between Kalamazoo Ave SE just south of Hwy M6 exit 11, and Hwy US131 exit 76. Enter Creekside Park north off of 68th st, proceed to the covered pavilion. And the rest rooms are open.
https://www.kentcountyparks.org/creekside/index.php
Grab lunch at a drive thru or brown bag your own.
Open to all hams, aspiring hams, inquisitive non-hams, etc. We don't care, regardless of any, or no, club affiliation. It’s a Beer & Bull session, without the Beer. We’ll talk about radio and most any other subject that comes up.
Who sponsors this? NOBODY! It's just a gathering of hams, and there's always room for you. Unofficial contact: ny8d at arrl.net

MARA Social Distancing Breakfast. A temporary W8USA Event.
During the Coronavirus situation, the MARA breakfast group will meet every Saturday, 9 AM, at the Parking Lot located behind the Plainfield Fire Station located at Plainfield & 5 Mile. 
Rules are bring your own Coffee, Breakfast Sandwiches, chair and enjoy. 
Address of the Fire Department is 4343 Plainfield Ave NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49525 MAP: https://goo.gl/maps/WQLiHvZt1GZWrs3x6
Michigan Amateur Radio Alliance (MARA-W8USA)Talk-in W8USA 145.23-(94.8Hz) https://w8usa.org/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/MARAW8USA/ 

2nd Hand Ham Shop, Saturdays, 8AM “until it ends”. Used equipment, parts (some that are hard to find) and coffee with fellow enthusiasts. Operated by Tom KD8DEG.
7830 80th Ave between Polk and Baldwin, Zeeland (Blendon Township) Map: https://goo.gl/maps/mJ82NL1a9U12
https://www.facebook.com/2nd-Hand-Ham-Shop-1007064166010266/
kd8deg at centurytel.net (616)292-3335

Check out the only full time Amateur Radio store in Michigan. HAMSTERS in Dowagiac, new and used radio gear.
“HAMSTERS, Your place for amateur radio items at a fair price.”
http://ham-sters.com/  https://www.facebook.com/HamStersSomewhereInTime


MONTHLY EVENTS
Some meetings taking place on air or online. Visit club Website or Facebook page for more information.

With the increase in Covid cases, and increased restrictions HAM IS FOR BREAKFAST at
Southside Inn for large groups to meet and eat….is cancelled for Saturday, 31 October.  This isn’t a trick and definitely not a treat!
The next possible date is the Saturday after Thanksgiving, 28 November.
Keep your fingers crossed and stay healthy. Missing you all! Megan WO0MEG and Jim N8QMD Holland ARC

Muskegon Area Amateur Radio Council (MAARC-W8ZHO) meeting First Thursday,  7PM.
Monthly meetings are on the first Thursday of the month November 5, 7 PM. Held at the MAARC clubhouse, 2888 Scenic Drive on the east side of Scenic Drive. Look for our sign.
MAP: http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?address=2888%20Scenic%20Drive&city=Muskegon&state=MI&zipcode=49445&zoom=10
http://www.w8zho.com/ https://www.facebook.com/w8zho/  146.94-(94.8Hz)

Grand Rapids Amateur Radio Association (GRARA-W8DC) regular MONTHLY meeting, the first Friday, November 6, at American Red Cross building, 1050 Fuller Ave NE between the I-196 Ford Fwy and Leonard St. Social 6:30PM, meeting 7PM.
IT IS UNCLEAR AT THIS TIME if the meeting will be held in the Red Cross building, garage, repeater, or ZOOM. At press time the weather looks promising for garage. Check with the GRARA webpage or Facebook.
Map: http://www.w8dc.org/pages/Red%20Cross.html
https://www.facebook.com/groups/GRARA.W8DC/
http://www.w8dc.org/ 147.26+(94.8Hz)

Allegan County Amateur Radio Club (ACARC-AC8RC) monthly meeting second Tuesday, November 10, 7PM Plainwell Public Safety Complex, 119 Island Avenue, Plainwell, MI 49080.
The training room entrance is just North of the main entrance, towards the big doors used by the Fire trucks. Map: https://goo.gl/maps/MrttWWZJc3B2  https://ac8rc.org/ https://www.facebook.com/ac8rc/ 147.24+(94.8Hz)

Michigan Amateur Radio Alliance (MARA-W8USA) second Wednesday, November 11, meeting ON AIR, 7:30 PM. Currently, the MARA meetings at the Plainfield Township Fire Station Conference room have been canceled. Instead, the meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7:30 PM on the 145.230-(94.8Hz) repeater. Meetings are held in Analog mode. Note, there is a “pre-net” held in C4FM digital at 7 PM. Please continue to check our website for further information.
https://w8usa.org/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/MARAW8USA/

VE TESTING. Be sure to spread the word.
Second Friday, November 13, 6:30PM, American Red Cross Building at 1050 Fuller NE, Grand Rapids MI
Map: http://www.w8dc.org/pages/Red%20Cross.html 
We will be conducting the tests in the parking lot or garage.
Register on our website: http://w8dc.org/pages/exams.html
please ignore the covid statement, since we are doing the testing outside.
We will be following CDC guidelines for covid.
We will provide a clip board and a pencil for the test.
Best to bring a chair or test in your vehicle.
No exam fee, Laurel VEC. Email questions to stprovost at provtechs.com

The Holland Amateur Radio Club’s monthly general membership meeting will be held Tuesday night, November 10 one way or another. Stay tuned to find out if we’ll have an in-person meeting at the clubhouse (Chick-Owa Sportsmans’ Club, 9279 Ottogan St, Holland with masks, social distancing required) or on the air 147.06+(94.8Hz) starting at 7pm. Either way, you don’t have to be a club member to attend. All hams welcome to join in!
Map: https://goo.gl/maps/J9hANUTNLaF3MQG86
http://www.hollandarc.org/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/233793361844/ K8DAA 147.06+(94.8Hz)

VE Exam  On Saturday, November 14, the Holland Amateur Radio Club will be holding licensing exams for anyone wishing to obtain or upgrade their amateur radio license. The testing will be held at the Chick-Owa Sportsmans Club, 9279 Ottogan St., Holland. The testing session will begin at 6:00 p.m. There is no charge for any testing. No Morse code is required for any grade license. In addition, if your license is within 90 days of expiration, it can quickly be renewed at no charge between 6:00 and the end of testing.
What to bring with you: If available, bring a legal photo ID such as a driver’s license or passport. If no legal photo ID is available, bring 2 pieces of legal ID.  Anyone 16 years old or younger must have a parent or legal guardian present for the entire testing session. IMPORTANT… If you currently hold a ham radio license, bring the license and a copy of the license to the test session.  (Copy will be sent in with the testing results.)
Note: This is a federal exam and the FCC requires you to have an FRN. You can obtain your Federal Registration Number (FRN) before the test, by going to this website: https://apps.fcc.gov/cores/userLogin.do The FCC FRN process is simple, and quite fast.
For further information on license testing, please email Bob Broene, K8RJB, at k8rjb[dot]ham[at]gmail.com.

Lowell Amateur Radio Club monthly meeting, third Thursday, November 19, 6:30 PM social, 7PM meeting. All are welcome.
Meetings have resumed inside at the “Shack” location, the Flat River Outreach Ministries (F.R.O.M) Building, 11535 Fulton St E (Hwy M-21), Lowell, just west of the Lowell Meijer.
ALTERNATIVE ADDITION ZOOM meeting being arraigned for off-site participation.
Map: https://g.page/FROMlowell?share
http://www.w8lrc.org https://www.facebook.com/w8lrc/ 145.27-(94.8Hz) 

The Independent Repeater Association (IRA-W8IRA), sponsor of the 147.16-(94.8Hz) link repeater system, monthly board meeting Wednesday, November 25, 6PM. Russ’s Restaurant in Wyoming. Russ’s is located at 2340 28th St SW, Wyoming, MI 49519
Visitors, curious, etc. welcome.
Map: https://goo.gl/maps/PNnxmehUAFm
DEPENDING ON THE HEALTH SITUATION this meeting could end up on the IRA repeater. Check with the website or Facebook for updates.
http://w8ira.org/  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1764710107178775/ mailto:info at w8ira.org  147.16+(94.8Hz)

Holland ARC HAM IS FOR BREAKFAST is the Saturday after Thanksgiving,  9am, 28 November IF the pandemic situation allows. Keep your fingers crossed and stay healthy. 
Southside Inn Map: https://goo.gl/maps/nKYmma5xvr82

VE TESTING-MARTIN Saturday, November 28, 9AM-11AM, ending time varies based on involvement
Testing will take place in the Martin Township Hall. Enter the building using the Township Hall door located on the North side of building. 
MAP: https://goo.gl/maps/Wqa7YSATbXX57nf27
ARRL-VEC, testing fee $15.00. Walk-ins are always welcome. 
Details https://www.facebook.com/events/435534597412353

Ham License in a Day ~ Saturday, December 12, 2020
Posted on July 14, 2020 by Tom Bosscher 
This activity will be held following the requirements for the safety of all involved, including wearing masks, limiting class size, and social distancing:
“Ham in a Day” will be held at the Chick-Owa Sportsman’s Club located at 9279 E. Ottogan Street (just west of Winding Creek) in Holland. This is an opportunity for anyone wishing to get their amateur radio technician license to study and take the exam all in one afternoon. Directed study starts at 1:00 and continues till 6:00, when the test will be given.
For registration and more information, go to: http://tinyurl.com/holo-hiad-ve. Cost for the Ham in a Day study session is $25 (which includes the book Ham Radio by Bob Heil), but there is no cost for testing.
In addition to the Ham in a Day students, anyone can arrive at 6:00 and take the technician, general, or extra class exam at no cost. Also, anyone whose license is within 90 days of expiring can renew their license between 6:00 and the end of testing at no charge.

MEETINGS/EVENTS NOT LISTED ABOVE, CHECK AREA ORGANIZATIONS FOR UPDATES.

Barry County ARA (BARA-K8BMI) https://k8bmi.org/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/244810886954700/ 442.725+(94.8Hz)
The BARA club meetings will NOT be held at the EOC until further notice. 

North Ottawa ARC (NOARC-W8CSO) http://www.w8cso.org/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/401316979888404/ 145.49-(94.8Hz)

SATERN (Salvation Army Team Emergency Radio Network-W8SAT)
Contact Bob WX8BOB dennis49544 at gmail.com
http://www.satern.org/  http://eds-satern.sawmni.org/

Riverside Radio Amateurs (Ionia County) W8RRA http://wa8rra.org/ n8mrc at yahoo.com  https://www.facebook.com/Riverside.Radio.Amateurs


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UP COMING HAMFESTS
ARRL Hamfest and Convention Database http://www.arrl.org/hamfests/search
Check ARRL hamfest search and sponsor websites for any updates or cancellations before heading out

*NEW/LATE LISTING*
Livonia Amateur Radio Radio Repeater Group Outdoor Swap N Shop 
Saturday, November 8
Location: Ford Field Parking Lot, 33841 Lyndon, Livonia, MI 48150
Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2392995587672556 
Sponsor: Livonia Amateur Radio Repeater Group
Talk-In: 146.52 Simplex
Public Contact: James Keller W8WW,  8926 Hugh Livonia, MI 48150
Phone: (734)674-2866 Email: mrguard at earthlink.net

*CANCELED* Fort Wayne Hamfest & Computer Expo, ARRL Central Division Convention
Saturday, November 14 – Sunday, 15 
Location: Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, 4000 Parnell Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN 46801
Website: http://www.fortwaynehamfest.com
Flier: http://fortwaynehamfest.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Fort-Wayne-Hamfest-Flyer-020120-.pdf
Sponsor: Allen County Amateur Radio Technical Society

*CANCELED* LCARC Amateur Radio SwapHamfest, Sunday, December 6
Location: Madison Place, 876 Horace Brown Drive, Madison Heights, MI 48071
Website: http://www.n8lc.org
Flyer: https://www.qsl.net/n8lc/swap_flyer_2020.pdf
Sponsor: L'Anse Creuse Amateur Radio Club
Talk-In: 147.08+ (100 Hz)
Public Contact: Russell Price, N8HAR, 40565 Shakespeare Drive Sterling Hts, MI 48313-4158
Phone: 586-246-0161, Email: n8har1977 at gmail.com

If I missed something or there is something coming up of interest to the West Michigan Ham community, let me know by the 25th of the month,
email: ny8d at arrl.net

73 Jack NY8D
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