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ARRLs Herb S. Brier Instructor of the Year awarded to two CCARC
members Delvin Bunton/N7QMT and Phil Peterson/AC7NB The
ARRL Board of Directors award selected these two individuals as the 2010
recipients of the ARRLs Herb S. Brier Instructor of the Year Award. Herb S. Brier/W9AD, a long-time CQ Novice
Editor, represented the spirit of effective, caring Amateur Radio
instruction. The ARRL sponsors this
award in conjunction with the Lake County Indiana Amateur Radio Club, in his
memory to recognize the very best in Amateur Radio instruction and
recruitment. |
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Training events scheduled or held are shown below. Hyperlinked
class titles below will open a pdf of presentations
given and any handouts for the classes. |
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Ham Basics 2012 |
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November 2012 POC is Delvin/N7QMT Event
Flyer | Class Schedule & Outline |
Opening session Presentation | Event Pictures Ham Basics 2012 will
be held at the LDS Building, 21920 NE 20th Ave, Ridgefield,
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Ham Basics 2011 |
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November 2011 POC is Delvin/N7QMT Event Flyer |
Class Schedule & Outline | Opening session Presentation
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Antennas for the HF Ham;
How, What and Why? - Mike/W7VO: In this class we will be discussing
the theory and comparative characteristics of several common varieties of HF
Amateur Radio antennas, including; wire antennas, horizontal arrays, and
verticals. Also, we will be discussing and demonstrating antenna modeling
software, and antenna analyzer hardware. ·
Basic Test Equipment -
Bob/WA6NFJ: The basic test Equipment that all
hams should have plus some more advanced test equipment for those who want to
build gear. ·
Contesting -
Rick/KT7G: The Benefits, Reasons and tools to
succeed at Radiosport. ·
DC Electricity -
Dick/N6ZQ: Learn the basic principles for
working with DC electricity. ·
Emergency
Communication/ARES Jerry/K7KWO & Gary/K7GJT: Orientation
session for Amateur Radio Emergency Communications and particularly
ARES/RACES. Trained and certified
operators in our area will provide communications support for government and
some non-governmental organizations.
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First Station - Ken/
K7ICY: Now that you have your license, what
kind of station should I build? ·
GPS and Ham Radio -
Mike/W7VO: In this class we will peek behind
the curtain and learn how the US Global Positioning System (GPS) works, then
discuss various practical ham radio applications for GPS. This will include
details and a demonstration of the Automatic Packet Reporting System (APRS). ·
Ham Radio Geography
Delvin/N7QMT: Learn how ham radio is organized
geographically. ·
Handheld Radio
Setup Delvin/N7QMT: How to set up your handheld, ideas
about equipment, and fun activities you can do with your handheld. ·
HF Radio Demo
Linda/AA6MR & Clay/KF6SNF : Learn how to get started with HF
communications and talking with distant stations ·
HSMM-Mesh
Radio Gary/K7GJT & Don/ND7P:
Learn about High
Speed Multi-Media Mesh (HSMM-Mesh) technology; the hardware needed and what
to do with the mesh system once its up. · Logging Your Contacts Bob/WA6NFJ: Why you should keep a log and how to use LOTW and eQSL. Also other logging programs. ·
Mobile Installations
CANCELLED ·
Portable operation -
Rick/KT7G: How go to somewhere rare, and be
successful at talking to folks that need it ·
Portable Power
Geoff/K7GCW: Power away from the grid provides
numerous challenges. Discuss options including solar, generators, and
batteries. ·
Public
Service Barbara/AC7UH & Lisa/KE7HPW: What
you need to know to prepare for being part of a ham radio communications
team: a discussion of basic radio preparation and the information
necessary to participate effectively in a public service event. ·
RF Propagation
Tim/KD7RUS: Learn the basics of RF propagation.
Knowing how radio signals travel and when to operate on a band can
add to your enjoyment in amateur radio. It will also help your contesting
experience and may make difference if you have to communicate in an
emergency. ·
Simple Antennas
CANCELLED ·
Station Grounding
Al/K7ABL: Lousy ground, lousy signal.
Learn ways to improve your signal with a workable ground. ·
What is Ham Radio?
Delvin/N7QMT: Overview of this hobby we call ham
radio. Includes lots of time for Q&A. ·
YL and Radio
- Barbara/AC7UH & Lisa/KE7HPW: Discussion of the many aspects of ham
radio and YL participation: Having fun as you put your license to good
use. Other resources. |
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Ham Basics 2010 |
18
September 2010 POC is Delvin/N7QMT Event Flyer |
Class Schedule & Outline | Opening session Presentation | Event
Pictures Subjects covered and presenter: ·
Alternative Power Basics
- Dean Wagstaff/KC7IOW: Learn how to get started
with alternative power sources that can keep your batteries charged. ·
Antennas for HF - Bob
Hardwick/WA6NFJ: Learn about basic and
advanced antennas for HF. Wire
antennas work well at modest cost, while towers can cost much more whle offering more selectivity. ·
Antennas for VHF/UHF -
Dave Phemister/WB7ESV: The stock rubber duckie antenna for your handheld illustrates compromise
between portability and usability.
Learn some simple ways to improve your signal when you need it. ·
APRS - Howard
Foreman/KC7IZH: Amateur PACKET Reporting
System (APRS) offers many ways to communicate, including position reports,
weather data, and text messages. Learn
how to get started with this useful mode. ·
Beginning ARES
Gary Takis/K7GJT & Jerry Schue/KD7KWO:
Basic training
session for Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) and for those just
interested in the program. ·
Beginning Contesting -
Kevin Bier/K7VI: Learn how to get started
with contesting, how to participate, what you need to know. ·
Beginning HF - Larry Bloomquist/W7HGC: Beginning HF is for those who are new generals that aren't sure
what they need to get/do to get on the air and start enjoying this facet of
the hobby. ·
Digital
Communications - Gary Takis/K7GJT:
Digital
Communications will cover Amateur Radio Digital Mode History; the two basic
digital technologies; TNC technology, modes & software; soundcard
technology; modes & software; accuracy; making the connection without
wires; making the connection with wires; digital messaging systems; and making
the over-the-air connection with radio. Here is a chance to learn and
share your experiences with this fascinating aspect of Amateur Radio. ·
Family
Communications during an emergency - Al Lewey/K7ABL: Learn how you can communicate with your family during an
emergency or disaster. Learn how to set up a communications
plan. ·
Handheld Radio
Operations - Delvin Bunton/N7QMT: How to set up your
handheld, ideas about equipment, and fun activities you can do with your
handheld ·
Keeping a Log,
Paper-Chasing - Rick Smith/KT7G: Logging, or computerizing your station for
general dx/paper chasing,
operating and contesting. ·
Mobile installations -
Dave Phemister/WB7ESV: Mobile radio
installation procedure, RFI issues, VHF/UHF Dual Band antennas and Mobile
antenna installation. ·
Events for Beginners -
Larry Bloomquist/W7HGC: Events for beginners
is a fish eye view for those that are considering volunteering at a public
service event but don't know what to expect and hopefully this class will
answer their questions. ·
Operating Portable -
Kevin Bier/ K7VI: Field Day, Salmon Run,
mountain-topping, and general fun can come from operating portable, perhaps
on a picnic table in the mountains or at the beach. Learn what you need to succeed at this kind
of fun. This method also prepares you
for emergencies. ·
PACKET Radio, IRLP, EchoLink
- Rob Haller/K7JAO & Tom Barton/WB7TZD:
Learn what you
need for packet using a TNC. Also
learn how to use the VOIP modes, IRLP and EchoLink. ·
Powering your Station -
Dean Wagstaff/KC7IOW: The magic does not
happen without power. Batteries power
your handheld, portable, and mobile stations.
You can use that method at home, too. ·
Station
Safety/Grounding - Al Lewey/K7ABL:
Learn
what grounding is and what it is not and what you can do to protect your
station from lightning and other hazards. |
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Ham Basics Workshop 2009 |
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September 2009 POC is Delvin/N7QMT Event Flyer | Class Schedule
& Outline | Opening session
Presentation | Event Pictures Subjects covered and presenter: Care and feeding
of Batteries Dean/KC7IOW:
When the grid power goes off, or you want to operate portable,
batteries become your primary power source. Solar can fill in the gaps when
used properly. Communications
during an Emergency Rick/KE7FHK:
During the onset of widespread communication outages, chaos will
reign. Learn how to communicate during these emergencies. Connectors and Grounding
Dave/WB7ESV: Connectors allow the
electrons to flow smoothly, and grounding keeps the radio safe and happy.
PL-259
installation Single
Point Grounding Digital
Communications Rob/K7JAO: This session will show how you can get
started with digital (meaning text) communications, including equipment and
communication methods. Getting started with HF
communication - Jerry Schue, KD7KWO: Many hams like
talking to distant hams. HF can provide reliable regional communications with
the right equipment; discussion includes how to contact other stations and
operating etiquette. How
to get the most from your Handheld Delvin/N7QMT: Properly programming
your handheld will improve your chances of pleasant contacts. Set the offset,
frequency, simplex/duplex, and tone. Learn about programming software, basic
signal enhancement techniques, and radio etiquette. Operating
in a Contest Kevin/K7VL: Contests can be a fun way to improve your
operating skills. Just how do I get started talking with others during a
contest? What do I need to know? Operating
Mobile and Portable Kevin/K7VL: Operating from your car can be fun
and useful. So can operating from a picnic table or an emergency shelter. The
session will discuss how to assemble usable mobile and portable stations, how
to contact other stations, and radio etiquette. Simple
HF antennas Steve/KE6NUE: Review of various simple HF antennas for
your home and portable station. Simple VHF/UHF antennas
Dave/WB7ESV: Simple VHF antennas usually cost little to build and improve
your signal. Station
types from Handheld to HF Delvin/N7QMT: Review of various kinds of stations you
might consider assembling and what you can do with the various types.
Using
your radio for Community Service Don/N7DY: Parades, community walks,
emergencies, and other opportunities can be fun and help you gain radio
experience. Nets provide a way to manage the activity. |
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Antenna Seminar 2008 |
October
11, 2008 POC is Delvin/N7QMT |
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o Ward Silver/N0AX,
presented "Antennas 101". Ward is a
nationally published author who has written extensively on ham radio subjects
and presents a fast-paced program. One of Ward's books is entitled, "Ham
Radio for Dummies". o Ralph
Javins/N7KGA, has extensive experience with many antenna types over many
years. His talk was entitled, "Portable
antennas for EmComm". Ralph will show several antennas that
work in a variety of circumstances, and you can even carry them easily. o Panel for
Questions and Answers. There was several experienced antenna folks that fielded
questions from the floor. |
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