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EMERGENCIES, RADIO SIGNALS, AND OUR COMMITMENT OF
“SERVICE TO THE PUBLIC”...KNOW NO BOUNDARIES.
The 5-1-2+ BULLETIN - 19 March 2002 - No. 98
A REGIONAL Bulletin for ARES and other EMCOMM Stations and Public Safety
Officials in northern California, southern Oregon, northern Nevada, and
elsewhere. D. W. Thorne, K6SOJ, SV Section EC, Editor.
INTERNET: www.emcomm.org E-MAIL: k6soj@arrl.net
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+ IN THIS EDITION:
- SHORT CIRCUITS
- FEEDBACK
- EMCOMM 2002 UPDATE
- TRAINING and CONTINUING EDUCATION
- ON-THE-AIR RADIOGRAM PRACTICE UPDATE
- NWS-SKYWARN NEWS
- WX SPOTTER CLASS SCHEDULE - UPDATED
- ARES NETS REMINDER/SCHEDULE
+++ SHORT
CIRCUITS - (Brief, but important announcements)
+ EMCOMM
2002 UPDATES AND REMINDERS -
DEADLINE FOR B-B-Q TICKETS IS APRIL 1 -
If you plan to enjoy the Saturday night B-B-Q with us, and have
not pre-paid for your tickets, the deadline is April 1. (More details below.)
DEADLINE FOR EMCOMM 2002 BASEBALL-STYLE CAPS IS ALSO APRIL
1 -
If you want to order a cap, payment must be made by April 1. (Additional details
below.)
PRE-REGISTRATION -
There were a few who pre-registered...but for some reason the data did not
make it through “cyber-space”! Please check the list at the end of
this bulletin. If your call sign (non-hams are listed by name) is not on the
list, please register again. Thanks.
MOBILE COMM UNIT COMING FROM UTAH! -
(Details in the special EMCOMM 2002 section near end of this bulletin)
+ CAVEAT SURFIUM - “Let the surfer beware” -
(Excuse my Latin.) Even though the ARRL “diamond” logo, and the
acronym ARES are protected by law, it has come to our attention that a few
unscrupulous persons, that are not associated with the ARRL/Amateur Radio
Emergency Service, are using the term ARES illegally. When you “surf”
the internet, beware. Not every site that calls itself an ARES site, is a
legitimate ARES site.
+ WORLDRADIO -
A nice article titled: “Preparing for Future Terrorism” by Jerry Boyd, K6BZ,
(SV Section Manager) appeared in the April 2002 issue of WORLDRADIO.
+ NEW GUEST BOOK -
At: www.emcomm.org
+ IS CW DEAD? -
Take a look at this site:
http://webhome.idirect.com/~jproc/radiostor/cwnded2.html
When you’re done...you can “click” on “Return to Radio Reading Room”
at the bottom of the page for much more very worthwhile and interesting reading
about our radio heritage. Especially recommended are the RADIOGRAM, the
TITANIC, the Amelia Erhart, and the five “Farewell/Final CW Message” pages.
(Thanks to Ed Ewell, K7DXV, for this site reference.)
+ JOSEPHINE COUNTY ARES NET CHANGE -
Brian Fritsen, KK7BF, Josephine County EC, has announced that their weekly ARES
net has been moved to THURSDAY nights at 2000L. Same frequency as before:
147.300+. Following the ARES net will be NTS training.
+ KLAMATH COUNTY ARES NET CHANGE -
Terry Bell, N2RSI, Klamath County AEC, has announced that their weekly
ARES net has been moved to TUESDAY nights at 1930L.
Same frequency as before: 146.61-.
+ EMERGENCY EMAIL NETWORK -
For those who are not aware you can “Get Notified of an Emergency by
Email” from The Emergency Email Network, (a free service). Info at: www.newsemergency.com/
+ THE TELEGRAPH OFFICE -
For any nostalgia buffs within our merry band: http://fohnix.metronet.com/~nmcewen/tel_off.html
Hint: Don’t visit this site unless you have plenty of time! And, take a look
at “Origin of 73”...just to get you started. (Thanks to Ed Ewell, K7DXV for
this “gem”.)
+ FEEDBACK
-
FROM: Preston T. Brown, KG6FEY, (Copperopolis, CA)
“Attached is our check for EMCOMM 2002 and the B-B-Q dinner. We are both
registered on your e-mail registration site. I absolutely love your EMCOMM
site and your 5-1-2+ Bulletins. We will be at the Mountain Gate RV park in
Redding during our stay. Again...thanks and 73.” Preston T. Brown,
KG6FEY
COMMENT: Thanks for the kind words, Preston. It’s comments like yours
that
keep us all going! And if we ever get time to visit, I sure would like to
know the story behind the name of your town. - de K6SOJ
FROM: Lake “Ed” Trump, AL7N, (Fairbanks, Alaska)
“Thank you for the newsletter. EXCELLENT stuff on written message handling!
Especially the little quizzes on things wrong in messages...lots to be learned
by all here...will pass this to my SEC/STM.”
73 Ed, AL7N, Fairbanks
COMMENTS: Thanks Ed. If others in "The Great Land" would like to
receive the 5-1-2+ Bulletin direct, all I need is their name, call sign, and
email address. How is the ALASKA CW TRAFFIC NET (3535/7042 kHz) working
out? Especially the “24/7” part? One of these days, I’ll blow
the dust of my key and check in! - de K6SOJ
FROM: Ed Bruette, N7NVP, WWA SEC (Poulsbo, WA)
“You may want to modify your NVIS antenna page at: www.emcomm.org/svares/projects/nvis1.html)
to indicate it is a 40 meter antenna resonant at about 7260 KHz. A tuner
is the only way to make it work on 75 meters. I'll send the specs for a 75
meter. res. at about 3990 KHz once I build one. We have computer modeled
it but I want to see it work before putting out more information.” 73,
Ed Bruette
COMMENT: Thanks Ed. The NVIS antenna by Dr. Carl O. Jelinek depicted
on
the page you mention was derived from the U.S. Army AS-2259/GR NVIS
antenna. View at: http://columbiaelectronics.com/as_2259_gr__portable__hf_antenna.htm
. I believe the element dimensions were originally intended for military
frequencies. Dr. Jelinek does state that a ATU (tuner) must be used.
I have a modified version of this “spider antenna” under construction, and
plan to cut two of the elements (¼ ~ each) for the 40 meter band, and cut the
other two (90° from the others) or 80 meters. One advantage of this
configuration is that the antenna elements also serve as guy wires. However,
just between you and me, I prefer a G5RV for quick deployment in the field.
(Of course an ATU is also required for the G5RV.) - de K6SOJ
MORE ABOUT NVIS ANTENNAS -
NOTE: For those who may not by familiar with the NVIS concept check:
http://www.emcomm.org/svares/projects/index.htm
In the last 5-1-2+ Bulletin (#97) I (K6SOJ) wrote: “NVIS signals go ‘up and
down’...out of deep valleys, over mountains, and into another valley, if
necessary. They are easily erected and may even be laid out on the ground,
often with satisfactory results!”
FROM: Carter O’Brien, W6YJG, (Lake Shastina, CA)
(in part): “...in order to resonate an antenna on the ground, it must be
considerably shorter and pruned to local ground conditions; not something you
would necessarily have in an emergency. If you put 100 Watts into a dummy load,
chances are I could hear you. Putting an antenna on the ground is bad practice.
The Army may find use in a ‘camo’ tactical situation, but not us.”
COMMENT: Thanks Carter. Perhaps I should have said that a wire antenna
laid out on the ground MAY work well enough to get the job done. I readily
admit that it is not the best way to go if you can at least get it up a few feet
above the earth. I never have actually tried to use an antenna laid on the
earth. (Dr. Bill Wattenburg would say: “Have you done the experiment?”).
I have, however, laid a G5RV out across the sage brush (approximately 1-2 feet
above the earth) with good results. In reality, and for safety reasons, I
suggest that antennas should be at least above “head height”. - de K6SOJ
+++ TRAINING
and CONTINUING EDUCATION SECTION -
(Previous training bulletins are archived at: www.qsl.net/k6soj)
+ AN EXCELLENT NATIONAL TRAFFIC SYSTEM (NTS) TRAINING WEBSITE IS AT: http://www.qsl.net/aresco/nts-top.htm
+ RADIOGRAM practice sessions are Wednesday nights following the
ARES
REGIONAL LEADERSHIP NET - (Approximately 2000L on 3987 LSB + or -.)
- Test messages will be sent by volunteer operators.
- The RADIOGRAMS will be published in the following 5-1-2+ Bulletin, so
participants can check their copy for accuracy.
- You will need a supply of blank RADIOGRAMS. They are available from
league HQ; or, you can print them out from:
http://www.arrl.org/FandES/field/forms/RADIOGRM.pdf
- ALL EMCOMM operators are invited to “practice” with us. ARES leaders
are
asked to encourage members on their teams to participate.
- Operators that do not have an HF station, can still practice. All you
will need is an HF receiver.
- Later on, we may also do some sessions on CW.
- Watch the 5-1-2+ Bulletin for more information.
- Reference materials are:
- The ARRL Public Service Manual (earlier buff colored cover edition);
or, ARRL Net Directory (FSD-50, 2001-02 edition);
or, go to: www.arrl.org/FandES/ead/teacher/kemp/appendixa.html
+ TEST (PRACTICE) RADIOGRAMS AS SENT ON MARCH 13
SENDING STATION KB7EKF -- RECEIVING STATION K6SOJ
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TEST 56 R K7GNK 25 GOLD BEACH OR 1600Z FEB 1
JOHN WHITE ARES
COUNTY COURT HOUSE
GRANTS PASS OR 97526
541 474 5123 EXT 3301
TEST MESSAGE X WINTER STORM
PREDICTED TO HIT HERE IN
FIVE DAYS X WE ARE
BOARDING UP STORE WINDOWS X
SUGGEST YOU ALERT OFFICIALS THERE
DON RAMSEY
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TEST 57 P KP7BF 23 GRANTS PASS OR 2000Z FEB 3
DON RAMSEY ARES
1234 WATER ST
GOLD BEACH OR 97444
541 386 9876
TEST MESSAGE X THANKS FOR
THE WARNING X WEATHER SERVICE
UPGRADING ALERT SAYING WINDS COULD
REACH 120 MPH ON COAST
X BE CAREFUL
JOHN WHITE
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TEST 58 EMERGENCY K7GNK 25 GOLD BEACH OR 0250Z FEB 6
JOHN WHITE ARES
COUNTY COURT HOUSE
GRANTS PASS OR 97526
541 474 5123 EXT 3301
TEST MESSAGE X STORM HIT
HERE X POWER OUT X
BOAT BASIN DESTROYED TOWN FLOODED
X NEED 15 FULLY EQUIPPED
ARES MEMBERS FOR EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION
DON RAMSEY
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COMMENT re. Test 58: It is OK as it is, but it could have been shortened
by using ARL NINE 15 in place of the last 9 words.
(The “check” would then be ARL19 instead of 25.)
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“TRAFFIC HANDLING IS FUN AND REWARDING!”
ADDITIONAL (VERY) USEFUL information is available at:
http://www.remote.arrl.org/FandES/field/pscm/sec2-ch11.html
http://www.iea.com/~donf/pan/NTSMinutes.htm
http://www.area-ham.org/tngdocs/ntsdocs/ntsman.htm
A SPECIAL QSL CARD is available to operators who participate in any
Wednesday session and submit a copy of a correctly copied RADIOGRAM by
regular mail. All radio amateurs (including “no code” Technicians) are
invited to listen in and submit an entry. Here are the rules:
1. Listen on Wednesdays at 2000L on 3987 LSB (+ or -).
2. Copy at least one RADIOGRAM(s) (preamble, text, and signature). Copy(s)
must be accurate and correct. VERY minor (non-consequential) errors, MAY
be accepted.
3. Use an ARRL RADIOGRAM blank; (a “printer friendly” version is available
at: http://www.arrl.org/FandES/field/forms/radiogram2.pdf
or, you may use a plain piece of paper. However, your “copy” MUST be
in ARRL RADIOGRAM format.
4. Send your completed RADIOGRAM(s) and a business-size (4 x 9.5”)
self-addressed stamped envelope (.34 cent stamp affixed) to:
D. W.. Thorne, K6SOJ, P.O. Box 99, Macdoel, CA 96058.
5. Entries MUST be postmarked by the Monday that follows the practice
session, since the correct copy will be published in the 5-1-2+ Bulletin
the following Tuesday.
RADIOGRAM PRACTICE SESSION STATION SCHEDULE:
SEND RECEIVE
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Mar. 13 KB7EKF K6SOJ
Mar. 20 KB7EKF K6SOJ
Mar. 27 K6SOJ WO6P
Apr. 03 K6SOJ WO6P
Apr. 10 WO6P
Apr. 17 WO6P
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Stations SEND messages for two consecutive Wednesdays. Then RECEIVE
messages for the following two Wednesdays. If you want to “jump in with
both feet”, and be a sending (then a receiving) station, please let us know.
Don’t let the fear of making a mistake hold you back. In an emergency or
disaster, operators who have not practiced this will have one a hell of a time
if they ever need to send a message. Learn how, or polish up your old
skills, BEFORE an EMERGENCY occurs!
OK...who will be next? We need a receiving station for April 10 and 17.
+ NWS-SKYWARN
SECTION
Jim Reynolds, KD7MLO, Warning Coordination Meteorologist, Medford NWS
Gary Peterson, N7GK, Acting Medford SKYWARN Coordinator
D. W. Thorne, K6SOJ, Asst. Medford SKYWARN Coordinator
SKYWARN is the National Weather Service program of trained
volunteer spotters reporting severe weather. The ARRL/ARES has a national
“memorandum of understanding” (MOU) with the NOAA/NWS.
MEDFORD NWS SKYWARN WEBSITE: www.emcomm.org/skywarn
+ NWS MEDFORD WX NET PARTICIPANTS WILL BE POSTED EACH WEEK ON THE NWS
WEBSITE AT: www.emcomm.org/skywarn/nets.htm
+ NWS / SKYWARN WEATHER SPOTTER CLASS SCHEDULE -
CURRY COUNTY:
Monday, April 8 - 7-9 p.m. at the Harbor Fire Hall on Benham Lane,
Brookings. (PLEASE NOTE location change from previous announcement.)
COOS COUNTY:
Tuesday, April 9 - 7-9 p.m. at the North Bend Housing Authority Office
1700 Monroe Ave., North Bend.
LAKE COUNTY (OR):
Thursday, April 11 - 7-9 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lakeview.
JACKSON COUNTY:
Monday, April 15 - 7-9 p.m. at the NWS office in Medford.
KLAMATH COUNTY:
Tuesday, April 16 - 6:30-8:30 p.m. Klamath Falls Sizzler
(South Sixth St. near Washburn Way - Optional dinner at 5:30 p.m..)
SISKIYOU COUNTY:
Wednesday, April 17 - 7-9 p.m. at Grange Hall, Happy Camp.
(In conjunction with Neighborhood Watch.)
Tuesday, April 23 - 7-9 p.m. CDF Training Room, 1809 Fairlane Rd. Yreka.
MODOC COUNTY:
Thursday, April 18 - 7 PM at the Modoc County Office of Education
Conference Room, 139 W. Henderson, Alturas.
Contact: Nancy Ballard, Modoc County Sheriff’s Office.
(530-233-4416 or toll free 1-888-233-4416)
SHASTA COUNTY:
Sunday, April 21 - 10:30 am (at EMCOMM 2002)
DOUGLAS COUNTY:
Thursday, May 2 - 7-9 PM Ford Room, Douglas County Library in Roseburg.
MEDFORD NWS WX SPOTTER / SKYWARN NETS:
The Medford NWS WX SPOTTER NET every Wednesday at 1915L on:
147.26+ / CTCSS: 123.0, (Mt. Ashland - Jackson County and more)
146.55 SIMPLEX (eastern Siskiyou and Klamath Counties)
146.97- (Likely - Modoc County Relay)
3987LSB (1982 LSB alternate).
SKYWARN nets may be activated on these frequencies during severe
weather events.
NWS SKYWARN NET CONTROL STATIONS -
DATE 147.26+ 3987
LSB
Mar. 20: K6SOJ KC7WEU
Mar. 27: N7GK KB7EKF
Apr. 3: K6SOJ KC7WEU
Apr. 10 N7GK N2RSN
Apr. 17 K6SOJ KC7WEU
Apr. 24 N7GK KB7EKF
ADDITIONAL NWS NET CONTROL OPERATORS SOUGHT -
For more information contact:
Gary, N7GK, gpederso@OregonVOS.net;
or,
Dave, K6SOJ, k6soj@arrl.net
NWS PACKET NODE ON MT. ASHLAND is on 145.030 MHz, ID is: skywrn.
NWS is asking for SKYWARN and ARES packet stations to connect and let them know
your location, the type of antenna and power you use to access the Mt. Ashland
node. The “connect” to NWS packet bbs (direct) is 145.090 and the ID is
NWSMFR. Then connect to NWSBBS, e.g., c nwsmfr. Then, c nwsbbs. The NWSMFR at
nws mfr is a node.
Questions? contact Gary, N7GK e-mail: gpederso@OregonVOS.net
Check in to the JEFFERSON NOON NET daily at 1200L on 7232 LSB (alt. 3987) for
announcements regarding anticipated or actual severe WX.
+ REMINDER - 5-1-2+
REGIONAL ARES AND NWS NETS
DAILY:
1200 to 1230L: Jefferson Noon Net on 7232 LSB (3987 LSB alternate)
NOTE: ALL STATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED TO MONITOR AND/OR CALL ON 146.52 and/or 146.55
MHZ DURING THE NOON NET TO RELAY CHECK-INS OR TRAFFIC.
WEDNESDAYS:
1915 to 1930L: NWS WX SPOTTER NETS (see NWS-SKYWARN section below)
1930 to 2000L: A.R.E.S. LEADERSHIP NET on 3987 LSB (1982 LSB alternate) ALL ARES
and other EMCOMM leaders are welcome. A net roster is available at: www.emcomm.net/svares/nets/net.htm
ARES REGIONAL NET CONTROL STATION SCHEDULE:
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Mar. 6 Josephine County EC KK7BF
Mar. 13 Klamath County AEC N2RSN
Mar. 20 SV Section EC K6SOJ
Mar. 27 District 1 & 2 DEC WO6P
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ARES leaders* who are willing and available to serve as the NCS on one of the
blank dates above, please contact K6SOJ to be placed on the schedule.
(* SECs, DECs, ECs, AECs, OES, ORS, etc.)
+ ARES and other EMCOMM NETS - list at: www.emcomm.org/SVARES/nets/index.htm
+++ EMCOMM 2002
SECTION +++
+ April 20-21 2002 - Bishop Quinn High School, Palo Cedro, CA.
+ PREVIOUS EMCOMM 2002 NEWS AND UPDATES -
(Also check the EMCOMM 2002 website: www.emcomm2002.net)
+ REGISTRATION - Radio amateurs from Arizona, Nevada, Oregon,
Washington, Utah, and California have pre-registered!
+ WHY PRE-REGISTER? You’ll have a complimentary EMCOMM
2002 NAME BADGE with your CALL SIGN waiting for you when you check-in.
(For non-hams it will have your first name.) Each person planning to
attend please register separately. (E.g.- A husband and wife attending, should
each register.)
It’s from this database that name tags, certificates, etc. will be generated.
Send your registration fee ($10/person) in advance, and speed up your check in
the morning of EMCOMM. Pre-register at: http://www.emcomm2002.net/
+ LODGING -
If you need a room and haven’t found one, we may be able to help. Contact Dave
at: k6soj@arrl.net ASAP.
+ EMCOMM 2002 CAPS WILL “HAPPEN” -
Our “straw poll” indicated that there are enough people willing to plunk
down twenty bucks for a commemorative EMCOMM 2002 cap for us to place an order.
The baseball style caps will be blue, with an embroidered flag design, with 2002
in white in the upper left hand corner of “the flag”, and EMCOMM and
“UNITED WE SERVE” between the stripes.
To order and reserve your cap send a check or money order for $20. (Say
what it’s for and make it payable to EMCOMM.) Mail to: EMCOMM, P.O. Box 99,
Macdoel, CA 96058. Payment must be received no later than April 1,
2002. (no foolin’!) - Pick up your cap at EMCOMM 2002...and wear it proudly!
+ SATURDAY NIGHT B-B-Q -
The B-B-Q will include: Tri-tips, chicken, salad, rolls, beans, cake and soft
drinks. The price is $10 per person, pre-paid by April 1, 2002. Make
checks payable to EMCOMM, and mail to: EMCOMM 2002, P.O. Box 99, Macdoel, CA
96058. If you would like your tickets sent to you via return mail enclose
a SASE. Otherwise pick them up when you check in on April 20. Details at: www.emcomm2002.net/
+ EMCOMM 2002 MOBILE UNIT SHOW AND COMPETITION - UPDATE
ARES teams, clubs, other EMCOMM units, AND
individuals, may now pre-register their mobile unit for the display and contest
by going to: www.emcomm2002.net/mobile/index.html
- PRE-REGISTRATION is not mandatory for this event, but all
individuals and
groups who pre-register will receive an engraved dash plaque.
- There is NO FEE to enter the show and competition.
- WINNERS in each category will be presented with a handsome
trophy.
- JUDGING period begins at noon Saturday.
- WINNERS will be announced after the B-B-Q dinner Saturday
evening.
ALREADY REGISTERED in the ARES, CLUB, or other EMCOMM
group class:
#1 - HUMBOLDT COUNTY ARES / AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
1991 Ford E350 Econoline Van.
#2 - TEHAMA COUNTY ARES
2002 Yamaha Big Bear 400.
ALREADY REGISTERED in the private/individually owned mobile unit
class:
#1 - Ed Ewell, K7DXV. 1998 Ford F150 Truck. Klamath Falls,
OR.
#2 - Steve Faulkner, KF6OCE. 1995 Jeep Wrangler. Citrus
Heights, CA.
#3 - Dan Neuman, K6MLA. 1997 Ford Ranger. Paradise, CA.
#4 - Jake Hickok, KF6KDD, 1982 Chevrolet S-10 Pickup, Red Bluff, CA.
#5 - Wayne Mikel, KE6DJE, 2001 Jazzy 1115 “6 Wheeler”, Lincoln, CA.
#6 - Joe Park, WB6AGR, 1996 Dodge 3/4t 4x4 Pickup. Roseville, CA.
#7 - Mac McCulley, W6MAC. 1989 Chevrolet 4x4 2500 Pickup. Redding,
CA.
#8 - A. J. Grantham, K6LOR. 1987 Dodge Power Ram 50. Nephi, UT.
+ LODGING - Another major event is scheduled for Redding the
weekend of
April 20-21. Make your reservations ASAP! A few have reported that
when
they called an “800” number for reservations, they were told that there
were no rooms available. But when they called a motel/hotel direct, they
were able to reserve a room. PLEASE do not let this discourage anyone from
attending! If you are unable to secure a room reservation...contact us
ASAP. We may be able to help. We are also working on alternative
lodging
arrangements.
+ CAMPING AND OVERNIGHT PARKING FOR RVs -
Full details at the EMCOMM 2002
website.
+ INFORMATIONAL FLYER AVAILABLE -
A “downloadable” informational flier is available at the EMCOMM 2002
Website. Print one out, make a bunch of copies, and distribute them at
ARES meetings, club meetings, hamfests, and wherever else you wish.
+ THE EMCOMM 2002 CURRICULUM -
(Updated 14 MAR 02)
SATURDAY (APRIL 20) -
0700: VE Testing ($10.00)
0730: Doors open to EMCOMM 2002. Check in, coffee and donuts
0845: Opening Ceremonies and Pledge of Allegiance
0915: OES/ACS Update and Mutual Aid
0945: Historic Role of Private Volunteer Organizations in America
1030: Break
1045: The World Trade Center Disaster Report: “I Was There”
1100: News from Newington - A Report from ARRL HQ
1130: “Back to Basics”
1200: Lunch break - Parking lot displays
B-B-Q Hamburger, chips, cookie and drink
available for a nominal fee.
(Courtesy of the Amateur Radio Club of Anderson)
1300: Winter Olympics SLC Report
1315: “READY, SET , GO! Seminar - Is YOUR “Ready Kit” Ready?
(Individuals are encouraged to bring their
“Ready Kits” for
“Show and Tell”. If you wish to “show
your stuff”, or for more
information contact Paul, NN7B, at: nn7b@arrl.net
1350: Break - To move to either ARC or RADIOGRAM class.
1400: American Red Cross Introduction to Disaster Services - (3 hrs)
(This course will be repeated again on Sunday at
0900.
The course is the basic orientation and
prerequisite to all
other ARC disaster courses. Cards are valid
throughout the U.S.)
1400: Traffic Handling, RADIOGRAMS, and more...a WORKSHOP (3 hrs)
1700: Socialize, parking lot displays, relax.
1730: B-B-Q Dinner
1900: SPECIAL EVENT STATION “W6E”, DISPLAYS, EYE-BALL “RAGCHEWS”
2400: QUIET TIME IN THE CAMP!
SUNDAY (April 21) -
0900: American Red Cross Introduction to Disaster Services -
(3 hrs - repeat of Saturday class)
0900: Incident Command System and SEMS (1.5 hours)
1030: WX Spotter / SKYWARN class - (1.5 hours)
1030: ARES Leadership Seminar -
(For SECs, DECs, ECs, AECs, and other ARRL
Officials)
1200: Closing and Awards Ceremony, Door Prize Drawings
1300: Adjourn
NOTE: A more detailed version is available at: http://www.emcomm2002.net/
+ EMCOMM MOBILE UNIT SHOW AND COMPETITION - TROPHIES TO BE AWARDED!
(Updated 19 FEB 02)
There will be two categories:
- BEST ARES, CLUB, OR OTHER NON-PROFIT MOBILE EMCOMM UNIT
- BEST EQUIPPED PRIVATE/INDIVIDUAL MOBILE EMCOMM UNIT
Judging will begin at noon and end in the evening on Saturday, April 20.
Decision of the judges will be final. The “scores” will be based upon the
criteria below; PLUS UP TO 100 BONUS POINTS are possible based upon
unannounced criteria.
Categories and maximum points possible (in each category):
HF mobile / portable
10
HF “Park and talk” antenna / NVIS
10
VHF
5
UHF
5
HF Digital
5
VHF Packet
5
Mast (at least 16 feet)
10
47.42 MHz FM (American Red Cross)
5
ARES affiliated
10
RACES affiliated
10
4WD (if trailer, tow vehicle will count
5
Fire extinguisher
5
First aid kit (adequate)
5
Jumper cables
5
Generator and spare fuel
10
Safety gear (gloves, goggles, respirators, hard hat) 10
Log books, maps, plans, clip boards, pens/pencils 10
HD Flashlights
10
Shovel
5
Tow strap
5
Coffee pot, stove, food rations
5
Sanitary supplies (TP, paper towels, etc.
10
Blankets
10
Innovative design use of recycled / surplus equipment 15
Over all appearance
15
POINTS POSSIBLE: 200
BONUS POINTS POSSIBLE: 100
TOTAL POINTS POSSIBLE: 300
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EMCOMM 2002 REGISTRATIONS AS OF 16 MAR 02 -
(In alphabetical order of call sign suffix. “Non hams” at end of
list.)
KK7AA
WB6AGR
W7ARC
N6AYP
NN7B
WD6BXN
K6BZ
KA6CQK
KQ6CS
W6DEE
KB7DFL
KE6DJE
K7DXV
KE6EAQ
KB7EKF
KF6ELR
KI6F
KG6FEY
KG6FSY
AC6FU
KF6FZM
KH6GJV
KE6HEC
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Brown, Miriam
Pattee, Sandra
Ruckman, Margaret
Sagen, Ron
Verdina, Karen
Willett, Linda
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