[W8lrc] SUPPLEMENT Events May 2021 for the WM Amateur Radio community

[Jack Amelar]

Supplement to May 2021 Events for the West Michigan Ham Community

THIS FRIDAY, return to previous location.
VE EXAM - Grand Rapids, Second Friday, May 14, 6PM registration, 6:30 exam.
IS BACK AT 1050 Fuller NE, Grand Rapids MI, at the NOW LIFE-EMS BUILDING, former American Red Cross. Testing will be in the garage. 
Map: https://goo.gl/maps/PbYph8QdGiE3RRRK9
Before coming to the testing session we need you to complete two items, Obtaining an FRN and Filling out a Form. Details and registration at https://w8dc.org/license-testing/
No exam fee, Laurel VEC. Email questions to stprovost at provtechs.com

THIS SATURDAY
W8ZHO MINI-SWAP, Saturday, May 15th @ Clubhouse 8am-12pm. Sellers first come, first choice of location in or outside. NO ADMISSION OR SETUP COST (donations appreciated), Food concession available (for a small fee).
At the MAARC clubhouse, 2888 Scenic Drive on the east side of Scenic Drive. Look for our sign. 
contact N8PFC at arrl.net or KE8IKT at arrl.net
MAP: http://mapq.st/2Gq86zV
http://www.w8zho.com/ https://www.facebook.com/w8zho/  Talk-In 146.94-(94.8Hz)

Beginning THIS SUNDAY
The Sunday weekly 2 Meter Sidewinders NET, 144.155USB, begins at 8:30PM, one hour earlier than previously

Beginning THIS MONDAY
After School Net, Coming To IRA Link System beginning this Monday, May 17,  5:30 PM
A new net is coming to the IRA Link System! It’s called the After School net, and will occur every Monday at 5:30 PM.
The net is primarily geared toward students, ranging from elementary to college-level, and will be oriented toward topics of interest to them. Net hosts Emma KE8IKS and Sabrina WS8EMT.
Both licensed hams and non-licensed are welcome. In order to meet FCC legal requirements, any non-ham should check in as a “third party” check-in, and should use the call sign of the ham who is assisting them. Hams in other age groups will also have an opportunity to check in toward the end of the net.
So, come join the fun on an IRA link near you, via EchoLink, or via Allstar!!!!
For a list of the IRA links, and for EchoLink or Allstar connection info, go to http://w8ira.org/

MORLEY RADIO SITE hosts W8LRC/R, K8SN/R, and W8CMN/Dig. Bring your camper, RV, tent, (electric available) or just stop by. Thursday, May 20 - Monday, May 24. THIS WHAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN HAMVENTION(r) WEEKEND. Arrive when you can, leave when you need to. For anyone inclined, we'll do some site cleanup on Saturday.
At the 250 ft tower, 3814 155th Ave, Morley (Deerfield Township) just south of 4 Mile Rd.
Map: https://goo.gl/maps/48cdZhJ7DCr Lowell ARC. W8LRC 145.27-(94.8Hz)
Inquiries: Jack NY8D ny8d at arrl.net (616)438-1464

ALLEGAN ARC fox hunt Memorial Day week-end (Saturday May 29, Sunday May 30, and Monday May
31) from 10 AM – 6 PM in Plainwell/Otsego area. Fox frequency 145.53 simplex. Check the AC8RC website https://ac8rc.org/ and Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/ac8rc/ for info and updates

Can't go to Hamvention(r), you can certainly attend the
IRA HUDSONVILLE HAMFEST, Saturday, June 5
Location: Hudsonville Fairgrounds, 5235 Park Avenue, Hudsonville, MI 49426
Website: http://w8ira.org/hudsonville-hamfest/
Flier: http://w8ira.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/IRA-Hamfest-2021-Full-Sheet-V3.pdf
Sponsor: Independent Repeater Association
Type: ARRL Hamfest
"Ray’s Roadkill and Potluck Dinner", evening before, Friday, June 4, 6:30PM at the Fairgrounds. You are invited. Burgers, Dogs, and “Road Kill Chili” provided. bring a dish to pass. If you don't have a dish to pass, BE THERE ANYWAY, there is always plenty. Always a great time. Grand Rapids ARA June meeting follows, all welcome.
Friday night camping available $20.
Talk-In: 147.16+(94.8)
Public Contact: Tom Bosscher K8TB, 3148 Rosewood Hudsonville, MI 49426 
Phone: 616-541-4090 Email: hamfest at w8ira.org
**NOTICE** Due to the possibility of last minute changes based on Michigan health regulations, we are taking reservations but all payments will be at the door. Check with http://w8ira.org/ for any updates.
**VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR HAMFEST FRIDAY SETUP AND SATURDAY**. 
Friday: June 4 from 2 pm – 6 pm initial setup then stay for "Ray’s Roadkill and Potluck Dinner".
Saturday: June 5 from 6:30 am – 8 am —Setup completion
Talk-in 6:30 - first hour or two of the swap—radio will be provided at central stage platform
8AM– 11AM main gate/entry doors, one hour shifts.
Take-down immediately after swap
If you can assist, please contact Tom Behler, KB8TYJ at kb8tyj at arrl.net with your preferred time slots/activities.

Remember to send event information for June Events by May 25 to ny8d at arrl.net  73